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Review Summary
1/3.9 -inch CCD, approx. 2,200,000 pixels
Effective pixels (movie): approx. 1,230,000 pixels (4:3)
approx. 1,500,000 pixels (16:9 IS* OFF)
approx. 1, 380,000 pixels (16:9 IS* ON)
Effective pixels (still image): approx. 2,000,000 pixels
(single sided: 1.4GB) XP: 20 min., SP: 30 min., LP: 60 min.
(double sided: 2.8GB) XP: 36 min., SP: 54 min., LP: 108 min.
f = 4.05-40.5 mm, f/1.8-2.8, 10x power zoom
1.0 lx (using Night Mode)
More than 100 lx
not supported
0.27-inch TFT Color, approx. 123,000 pixels
2.7-inch TFT Color, approx. 123,000 pixels
Dolby Digital (2 Channels)
DVD-R/-RW/-R DL
2.0 x 3.6 x 5.0 in. (51 x 91 x 126mm) excluding protrusions
Camcorder body only: 14.5 oz. (410g)
Your life on disc...only better
The name Canon has always meant photographic and broadcast television lenses with optical excellence, advanced image processing, and superb performance. And Canon digital video camcorders are no exception.
In fact, Canon digital camcorders include the latest advancement: a selection ofsophisticated and powerful DVD camcorders perfect for capturing precious memories of family and friends. With this innovative line, you experience all the image quality, convenience and compatibility of DVDs, in sleek and compactlydesigned camcorders.
As one of the world's smallest and lightest DVD camcorders, the stylish DC22 easily transfers advanced video and photo technology from the palm of your hand into your living room.
A 2.2 Megapixel CCD and advanced RGB Color Filter give you superior images, while the DC22's Dual Layer recording system offers almost double the recording time of typical DVD camcorders.
Plus, a large widescreen LCD makes it easy to compose and review your video. The DC22 even lets you record and show your High Resolution Widescreen images on a standard TV, in letterbox format, making it the highlight of every family home movie night.
For those fun family moments that seem to never end, the DC22 DVD camcorder gives you the convenience and versatility of recording directly onto both singlelayer and dual layer DVD discs.
Only 3" (8cm) in diameter, DVD-R/-RW format single layer discs can store up to 60 minutes of video and are compatible with most DVD players. Using a dual layerDVD disc, however, the DC22 also gives you the ability to record close to two hours of once-in-a-lifetime memories direct to DVD!
The DC22 truly is one of the world's smallest and lightest DVD camcorders. Its unique, super slim design makes it easy to operate, carry or put in your coat pocket. One-touch buttons and an electronic lens cover also make one-hand operation a snap, while the DC22's two-tone color exterior adds to its elegant appearance.
Even though the DC22 comes packed full of advanced video and photography features, it remains incredibly easy to operate. This is because the camcorder has been designed for one-handed operation.
The DC22 records true High Resolution Widescreen for picture perfect video. Canon's Widescreen HR Mode uses the entire width of the image sensor, capturing true 16:9 widescreen.
Brilliant optical quality is part of every Canon broadcast lens, 35mm film camera, digital camera and camcorder. The DC22 digital DVD camcorder is no exception, offering you the same Genuine Canon Optics that has made the name Canon synonymous with unsurpassed optical performance.
For more creative flexibility, the DC22 can be enhanced with an optional 0.7x wide-angle attachment or an optional 1.5x teleconverter attachment, giving youan even greater range of focal lengths. The result More impressive landscapes, wildlife shots and action close-ups.