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Reviews of the Canon FS11

  • 7.4

    CNET Review

    June 30, 2008

    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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  • 8.8

    alaTest.com

    By alaTest | November 23, 2009

    Review Summary: Experts rate this product 66/100 and users 82/100. Comparing these reviews to 104865 other Camcorders reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 88/100 = Very Good.

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  • No Rating

    pcworld.co.nz

    By Jan Birkeland | July 29, 2008

    Review Summary: First up, we had a look at the FS11, a standard definition camera that records to 16GB of built-in flash memory, enough for over three hours of recording time. You can also expand this storage with an SDHC card (a high capacity SD card with storage of ...

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  • 6.0

    news.com.au

    By Chris Jager | July 14, 2008

    Review Summary: The FS11 might be slightly expensive for an entry-level camcorder, but it offers an impressive array of features to make up for it. With its versatile recording options and powerful 37x optical zoom, it will suit anybody in need of a point-and-shoot ...

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  • 7.0

    goodgearguide.com.au

    By Chris Jager | June 10, 2008

    Review Summary: The FS11 might be slightly expensive for an entry-level camcorder, but it offers an impressive array of features to make up for it. With its versatile recording options and powerful 37x optical zoom, it will suit anybody in need of a point-and-shoot ...

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Manufacturer: Canon USA

Part number: 2685B001

General

  • Product Type Camcorder
  • 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

  • Flash Memory 16 GB Flash - Integrated (soldered memory - 16 GB )
  • 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

Product Photos

  • OVR
  • TP
  • SD
  • BK

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Canon FS11

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