Used Canon XHA1 HD High Definition MiniDV Camcorder.

SKU: US1704033

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2015-06-14T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Camcorder for the Money- Make sure you clean the heads

I still use the Canon XHA1 6 to 12 hours per week. I have a Canon XHA1s and a Canon XLH1a. I need to upgrade but my work product is still profitable and predictable.

BetaMax R.

2013-04-29T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

OK

This is a really well made professional camera that is easy to operate. The optical zoom is outstanding and image quality is superior.

travel g.

2012-03-04T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Still A Champ

Xh A1's are still the work horses for documentaries, run & gun, pro videographer types. It's versatil in regards to HD/ SD switchable formats which is a plus when WebCasting. Even though the Xh A1 stil captures on tape, the SDI out gives you the flexibility to capture on CF External devices such as the Mini KiPro by Aja so that you can go tapeless. Canon has always put out great products, has been a great brand and we love these cameras.

Niko

2012-01-15T19:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Video worth 1000 words out of sync

The built in mic has a tendency to flop but the biggest drawback & problem is the video & audio captures out of sync at random. Two out of five times of use I experienced sync problems when capturing. It seems to be a common problem with the XHA1 from the number of complaints & inquiries posted on the internet.

Fast l.

2009-04-06T21:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

mic to lose

flimsy con

Lance

2008-02-20T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent HDV Value

For the price this is an excellent value. Very familiar with Canon Digital camera line and lenses, so choosing a video camera with Canon features like Image Stabilzation and Flourite lens was a natural choice. Primary use is as a tripod-mounted, single camera recording of auditorium /theater events from the control booth. Excellent low light images and solid stereo audio. Produces excellent SD (DV) and HDV images and packed with numerous control features on the camera itself plus additional menu customization simlar to Canon's digital camera. The only minor con is Canon's computer CONSOLE interface software is not included unlike its digital camera line which is bundled with Digital Photo Professional, Zoom Browser, etc. I still rate the camera itself 5-stars but the software would have been a plus.

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Canon XHA1 Specifications

  • Audio/Video

    Video Recording system: HDV

  • Image Sensor

    3x 1/3" CCD horizontal pixel shift
    Total pixels: 1.67MP x 3 Effective pixels: HD: Approx. 1.56 megapixels
    SD/4:3: Approx. 1.17 megapixels
    SD/16:9: Approx. 1.56 megapixels
    Filter : RGB Independent Primary Colour

  • Optical Zoom

    20x Zoom

  • Lens

    20x zoom Focal length: 4.5 - 90mm
    Maximum aperture f/1.6
    Minimum focusing distance: 20mm
    Image Stabilizer: YES (optical, lens-shift)

  • Focusing System

    Auto/Manual: YES
    Control: Menu scroll button

  • Shutter Speed

    Maximum: 1/16,000s
    Slow: 1/3s
    AE Mode: Program AE: 7 , Full Auto, Auto, Spotlight, Low Light, Tv, Av, Manual
    White balance: Type: TTL
    Auto: YES
    Set/Preset: YES
    LocK; YES

  • Illumination

    Minimum Illumination: Minimum Lux. 0.4 lux (in Manual Mode) Night Mode: YES
    Super Night Mode: No
    Backlight Compensation: Manual Control

  • Filter Size

    72 mm
    Wide Attachment: YES (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY)

  • Viewfinder

    Screen size: 0.57"
    Pixels CL 269,000

  • LCD Screen

    Screen size: 2.8", widescreen 16:9 format
    Pixels: 207,000
    Manual adjustment: Brightness, Contrast, Colour, Sharpness, Black and White Mode, skin tone, sky detail

  • Manual Controls

    Brightness, Contrast, Colour, Sharpness, Black and White Mode, skin tone, sky detail

  • Special Effects

    Custom Key: YES

  • Fader

    Black fade, White fade

  • A/V Dubbing

    NO
    Manual Rec. level control: YES
    SD: PCM digital recording (48 kHz, 16 bits or 32 kHz, 12 bits selectable) HD: MPEG1 Audio Layer II(Sampling frequency: 48 kHz)(Bit rate: 384 kbps)

  • Input terminals

    DV: YES (out/in)
    Direct Print: NO
    Analogue-in: YES
    AV: YES
    S-video: NO
    LANC: YES
    Built-in charger: YES

  • Digital Photo Mode

    Photo Button: Yes
    Capture image size: 640 x 480, 1440 x 1080, 1920 x 1080
    Continuous shooting mode: YES
    Auto Exposure Bracketing : YES
    Simultaneous Photo Recording: YES
    REC. review/REC. search: YES (depending on recording format)
    Search: Still image: Yes
    Date: YES
    Memory Card: Multi Media Card: YES
    Secure Digital Card: YES
    Movie Recording: NO

  • Microphone

    Terminal: Yes

  • Headphone Jack

    Yes

  • Flash

    No
    Accessory shoe: YES (hot shoe)

  • Built-In Light

    No

  • Power Requirements

    Battery Pack: Type: Lithium-Ion
    Battery included in the kit: BP-950G
    Long life Battery: BP-970G
    Longer recording time- a) Approx. 7 hours

  • Dimensions

    W x H x D: 163mm x 189mm x 350mm

  • Weight

    2130g

  • Special Features

    Wireless controller: WL-D5000
    Analogue Digital Converter: YES

About Canon XHA1 3CCD HD MiniDV Professional Camcorder - SKU#1704033

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Excellent HDV Value

By LAB

For the price this is an excellent value. Very familiar with Canon Digital camera line and lenses, so choosing a video camera with Canon features like Image Stabilzation and Flourite lens was a natural choice. Primary use is as a tripod-mounted, single camera recording of auditorium /theater events from the control booth. Excellent low light images and solid stereo audio. Produces excellent SD (DV) and HDV images and packed with numerous control features on the camera itself plus addition...

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Great Camcorder for the Money- Make sure you clean the heads

By BetaMax R.

I still use the Canon XHA1 6 to 12 hours per week. I have a Canon XHA1s and a Canon XLH1a. I need to upgrade but my work product is still profitable and predictable.

The xH A1 captures true 1080 High Definition resolution video at 60i, 30F or 24Fframe rates (or, 50i/60i with optional upgrade). It captures a true 16:9 widescreen HD image that is made for your HD broadcast and theatrical projects.

The xH A1 comes with a Genuine Canon 20x HD zoom lens that shows why the name Canon is synonymous with optical excellence. This Professional L Series Fluorite lens ensures outstanding resolution, contrast and color reproduction, and delivers clarity and image quality you won't see with conventional optical glass lenses.

The xH A1 is equipped with three 1/3" Native 16:9 CCDs (1.67 Megapixels), delivering outstanding picture quality, highly accurate color reproduction, and a wide dynamic range with virtually no color noise.

Canon's innovative Super-Range OIS combines gyro- and image-sensors to correct camcorder shake instantly - whether it's the fast vibration you'd experience while recording from a moving car; the medium-speed motion of hand-held recording; or the slower motion of body sway.

With HD, focus is more critical than ever. Instant AF is the next generation of auto focus, designed with HD resolution in mind. It combines an external AF sensor with Canon's legendary auto focus system for fast and accurate focus. Together, the two sensors reduce focusing time - even in low-light situations - and improve focusing performance on difficult subjects.

DIGIC DV II HD is the next generation of Canon's exclusive DIGIC DV signal processing technology. Designed specifically for HD, DIGIC DV II ensures optimal image quality for HD video, with improved color reproduction - especially in skin tones, and dark and light scenes. It also employs a hybrid noise reduction system that integrates two types of noise reduction, for high definition images that are crystal clear.

variety of image control functions give you as much or as little exposure control as you want, and let you fine-tune your exposures for outstanding video.
• Total Image Control
• 9 Custom Presets and 2 Custom Keys
• 7 Program AE Modes

Additional Features:
• 2.8" Widescreen LCD and .57" Widescreen EVF give you bright, high-resolution views. The LCD and EVF can be used at the same time, giving both camera person and director or producer a view of the action.
• Fully compatible with Canon Console Image Control & Storage Software Ver. 1.1
• 1 Year Parts and Labor Limited Warranty.

Cine gamma settings are provided for digital filmmakers:. With an additional 25F shooting mode the xH A1 is able to reproduce the look and feel of film. Presets are available for storing custom settings.

Accessory shoe and xLR audio: An accessory shoe allows a range of peripherals to be attached to the camcorder, expanding shooting options. Two channel xLR audio inputs are also provided.

Canon XHA1 3CCD HD MiniDV Professional Camcorder - SKU#1704033 Features

  • The Image Quality of High Definition
  • 20x optical zoom lens with OIS
  • Instant AF and Focus Assist
  • Genuine Canon HD Zoom Lens
  • 3 CCD Performance
  • Super-Range Optical Image Stabilizer
  • 2.8" Widescreen LCD and .57" Widescreen EVF
  • Instant AF
  • DIGIC DV ll HD Image Processor
  • Image Control
  • Total Image Control
  • 9 Custom Presets and 2 Custom Keys
  • 7 Program AE Modes
  • Compact design
  • Focus, zoom and iris rings
  • Cine gamma and custom presets
  • Hot-shoe and XLR audio

What's in the box:

  • XH A1 High Definition Camcorder
  • Lens Cap
  • Lens Hood
  • DC Coupler (DC-920)
  • Component Video Cable (DTC-1000)
  • CA-920 Battery Charger
  • Stereo Video Cable (STV-250N)
  • Wireless Controller (WL-D5000)
  • Should Strap (SS-1000)
  • Battery Pack (BP-950G)
  • AC Power Cable
  • Original Box
  • Item Note: Missing HDV Tape (HDVM-E63PR)
  • 16MB SD Card (SD-16M)