Canon 5025B001 FS40 8GB Flash Memory Camcorder, 37x Optical/2000x Digital Zoom, 2.7-inch Widescreen Color LCD, USB 2.0, Black

SKU: CAFS40

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Canon FS40 Specifications

  • Standard Definition or High Definition

    Standard Definition

  • Television System

    NTSC

  • Video Recording system

    MPEG-2

  • Image Sensor

    1/6-inch CCD

  • Total Pixels

    Approx. 680,000 pixels

  • Effective Pixels: Video

    Advanced Zoom ON (16:9): Approx. 450,000 pixels (937 x 480) (Wide) / 360,000 pixels (839 x 430) (Tele)
    Advanced Zoom OFF / Dynamic IS ON (16:9): Approx. 360,000 pixels (839 x 430)

  • Effective Pixels: Photo

    Approx. 450,000 pixels (809 x 554)

  • Maximum recording time

    8GB internal flash drive - LP (3Mbps) 5 hours 10 minutes - SP (6Mbps) 2 hours 45 minutes - XP (9Mbps) 1 hour 50 minutes

  • Lens: Zoom Ratio

    41x Advanced Zoom (16:9 mode); 37x Optical/2000x Digital

  • Lens: Focal Length

    f=2.6-96.2mm, (35mm equivalent: 45.8 - 1695mm, Advanced Zoom OFF, 16:9)

  • Lens: Zoom Speed

    Variable / 3 Fixed Zoom Speeds

  • Lens: Max. F/Stop

    f/2.0-5.2

  • Focusing System

    TTL (through the lens)

  • Manual Exposure

    Yes

  • Programmed AE

    Auto, P, Portrait, Sports, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Night Scene, Low Light, Spotlight, Fireworks

  • Max Shutter Speed

    Movie: 1/500, Still Image: 1/500

  • Minimum Focusing Distance

    10mm (wide) / 1m (tele)

  • White Balance

    Auto, Set, Daylight, Incandescent, Halogen

  • Minimum Illumination

    1.3 lx (Low Light mode)

  • Image Stabilization

    Electronic: Dynamic IS, Standard

  • Filter Diameter

    None

  • Viewfinder

    None

  • LCD Screen

    2.7-inch widescreen color LCD (Approx. 112,000 dots)

  • Recording Media

    Internal flash drive (8GB) or SD / SDHC / SDXC memory card

  • USB Terminal

    USB 2.0 Hi-Speed

  • Video Terminal

    Composite (output)

  • Audio

    Dolby Digital 2 channel (AC-3)

  • Microphone Terminal

    None

  • AV Mini Terminal/Headphone Terminal

    3.5 mm 4-pole mini-jack (video/audio output only), Headphone (input)

  • Dimensions

    (W xH x D) Approx. 2.1 x 2.3 x 4.8 in. Not including grip belt.

  • Weight (w/o lens and battery pack)

    7.8 oz

  • Weight (fully loaded)

    Approx. 9.5 oz. (270g) (including BP-808, memory card and grip strap)

3 Accessories for Canon 5025B001 FS40 8GB Flash Memory Camcorder, 37x Optical/2000x Digital Zoom, 2.7-inch Widescreen Color LCD, USB 2.0, Black

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About Canon FS40

The compact, lightweight, user-friendly and affordable Canon 5025B001 FS40 Flash Memory camcorder records brilliant video. The numerous benefits of flash memory have been proven in its use in advanced electronic products such as laptop computers, MP3 players, PDAs and cell phones. The Canon FS40 records to both the camcorder's ample 8GB internal flash drive as well as a removable SD card. This dual flash memory gives you extended recording space and, as importantly, added flexibility in file transfer and playback - especially for sharing video on the Internet.

The FS40 is also SDXC memory card compatible for added capacity. Adding to the usefulness of this camcorder is Quick Charge, which reduces the recharge time for the FS40's battery and Pre-Record, which gives you a head start on capturing the action. With Canon Exclusive features such as Canon 41x Advanced Zoom and the DIGIC DV II Image Processor, combined with a 2.7" Widescreen LCD and the sophisticated Dynamic IS - you've got a flash memory camcorder that makes it simpler than ever to share even more of your life's special moments.

Canon FS40 Features

  • Flash Memory: The ultra-sleek and compact FS40 allows you to capture video to an 8GB internal flash drive as well as to an SDXC-compatible memory card slot
  • Sleek, Ultra-Compact and Lightweight Design: The sleek, ultra-compact and lightweight FS40 measures only 2.1" wide, 2.3" high and 4.8" deep. This small, easy to carry camcorder will go with you everywhere you go, as it weighs only 7.8 oz
  • Superb Image Quality: Great looking video starts with the images your camcorder sees, processes and records. Canon's legendary technology works together in the FS40 to deliver the best at every step
  • Dynamic IS: With the Canon FS40, you can be sure that even on the move your video will be smooth, steady and professional looking
  • Advanced Video Snapshot: Canon's enhanced Advanced Video Snapshot will let you shoot short movie clips with the FS40 in the same way you've shot snapshots with your digital camera
  • 2.7" Widescreen LCD: The 112,000 dot screen delivers bright, clear detail and the widescreen format means there's no need to imagine what your final image will look like on your widescreen television because it's not squeezed into a small space while you're shooting
  • Quick Start: With Quick Start you'll never miss a quickly unfolding shot again. When the FS40's LCD panel is closed, it is placed in standby
  • Widescreen HR: The FS40 captures and records true 16:9 High Resolution Widescreen for picture perfect video. It comes from Canon's sophisticated image processing system, which uses the entire width of the image sensor, capturing true 16:9 widescreen
  • Quick Charge: When you've got a lot to shoot but not a lot of time to recharge your batteries, the Quick Charge feature comes to the rescue. In 20 minutes, you can charge up to approximately 60 minutes of recording time! It's ultra-fast battery charging when you need it most
  • Pre-Record: The Pre-Record feature places your FS40 in a stand-by "pre-roll" mode. With this feature the camcorder continuously records three seconds of video to memory before you even press the record button
  • Program AE: You'll take the compact, lightweight FS40 wherever you go, so to give you the best exposure settings for different conditions and subjects, automatically, you'll have Program AE
  • Connectivity: To maximize the usefulness and versatility of the FS40, you'll find an A/V mini-terminal to easily view the recorded video on your television. The FS40 is also equipped with a USB port for direct transfer of your video and photos to your computer for editing or online sharing
  • The built-in Mini Video Light greatly improves the quality of your video shot in low light conditions
  • Pixela Video Browser Software: The FS40 camcorder is bundled with a powerful software suite. Pixela Video Browser lets you play back your recorded video on your computer
  • Intelligent Lithium-ion Battery: The Intelligent Lithium-ion battery not only accurately tracks remaining battery life, it also gives a display in minutes remaining. It will allow you to better plan your shooting, so you won't be caught out with a battery that suddenly goes from "half" to "empty"
  • Built-in Electronic Lens Cover: The built-in Electronic Lens Cover means you never have to go looking for your lens cover again. Turn your camcorder on and the lens cover automatically opens. Turn it off and the cover closes

What's in the box:

  • Canon FS40 8GB Flash Memory Camcorder
  • Battery Pack BP-808
  • Compact Power Adapter CA-570
  • USB Cable IFC-400PCU
  • Stereo Video Cable STV-250N
  • Bundled CD ROMs
  • Canon Warranty