Reviews of the Canon FS100 (garnet wine)
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CNET Review
The Good: Compact, attractive design; mic input.
The Bad: No optical image stabilization; ineffective wind filter; no headphone jack; modest video quality.
The Bottom Line: Convenient, well-designed camcorders that look pricier than they are, models in the Canon FS series--FS11, FS10, and FS100--nevertheless deliver typical budget video in line with their budget price tags.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 69/100 and users 84/100. Comparing these reviews to 108406 other Camcorders reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 90/100 = Excellent.
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electronicsme.com
Review Summary: The new standard definition, flash memory, limited moving parts camcorder..
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devhardware.com
Review Summary: The fit and finish are excellent. The metallic coating seems durable, and at just 10.7 ounces in weight it feels as though it could be carried all day without strain. The neat size and compact shape make it easy to stash away in between sessions, so ...
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No Rating
camcorderinfo.com
Review Summary: The Canon FS100 (MSRP $399.00) is one of three models in Canon's first ever line of solid state, standard definition camcorders. The other two models-the Canon FS10 and Canon FS11-can record to SD/SDHC memory cards, as well as built-in internal flash ...
Manufacturer: Canon USA
Part number: 2699B003
General
- Product Type Camcorder
- Enclosure Color Garnet wine
- Digital Zoom 2000 x
- Optical Sensor Size 1/6"
- Optical Sensor Type CCD
- Image Stabilizer Electronic
- Max Shutter Speed 1/2000 sec
- Shooting Modes Digital photo mode
- Shooting Programs Snow, Beach, Sunset, Fireworks, Spotlight, Night mode, Sports mode, Portrait mode
- White Balance Custom, Presets, Automatic
- White Balance Presets Daylight, Tungsten light
- Exposure Modes Program, Automatic
- Widescreen Video Capture Yes
Main Features
- Camcorder Sensor Resolution 1.07 megapixels
- Camcorder Effective Still Resolution 0.8 megapixels
- Color Support Color
- Still Image Format JPEG
- Remote Control Camcorder remote control
- TV Tuner None
Memory / Storage
- Supported Flash Memory MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card
- Floppy Drive None
- Media Type Flash card
- Recording Speed LP, SP, XP
Lens System
- Type Zoom lens - 2.6 mm - 96.2 mm - F/2.0-5.2
- Focal Length 2.6 mm - 96.2 mm
- Lens Aperture F/2.0-5.2
- Auto Focus Points (Zones) 9
- Optical Zoom 37 x
- Lens system type Zoom lens
- Min focal length 2.6 mm
- Max focal length 96.2 mm
- Auto Focus TTL contrast detection
- Features Built-in lens shield
- Focus Adjustment Automatic
- Min Focus Range 0.4 in
- Zoom Adjustment Motorized drive
Additional Features
- Low Lux / Night Mode Yes
- Digital Still Camera Function Yes
- Additional Features PictBridge support, USB 2.0 compatibility, Dolby Digital AC-3 (2 channel) recording
- Remote control Camcorder remote control
- Software PIXELA Image Mixer
- Included Accessories Wrist strap
Display
- Type LCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.7 in - Color
Digital Player (Recorder)
- Type None
Microphone
- Type Microphone - Built-in
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x Microphone ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ), 1 x USB
Audio Input
- Audio input type Microphone
- Microphone type Built-in
- Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included 1 x USB cable, 1 x A/V cable
Power
- Power Device Power adapter - External
Battery
- Supported Battery Canon BP-808
- Supported Battery 1 x Canon BP-808 Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year
Viewfinder / Display
- Display Form Factor Rotating
- Display Format 123,000 pixels
Physical Characteristics
- Width 2.3 in
- Depth 4.9 in
- Height 2.4 in
- Weight 9.2 oz
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