The Image Quality of HD: The VIXIA HV30 is the HD camcorder to go along with everything else in your HD world. It captures true 1080 High Definition resolution video in 16:9 format, using MiniDV cassette tapes. The VIXIA HV30's true 16:9 widescreen HD image is made for your new HD widescreen TV
HD Video Lens: The VIXIA HV30 comes with an outstanding High Definition video lens - a 10x HD Genuine Canon Optical zoom. It's the lens you need to record long shots of your child on the soccer field, wide shots of beautiful landscapes, and everything in-between
Full HD CMOS Sensor (1920 x 1080): The VIXIA HV30 features a Canon designed and manufactured CMOS image sensor. The CMOS image sensors in Canon's EOS Series Digital SLR cameras result in outstanding digital photographs
DIGIC DVII is the next generation of Canon's exclusive DIGIC DV signal processing technology. Designed specifically for HD, DIGIC DV II ensures optimal image quality. It also ensures optimal image quality for still images, even though video and still images have different color requirements
Canon's innovative SuperRange OIS combines gyro- and image-sensors to give image stabilization through a wider range of camera motions. Some image stabilization systems correct one type of camera motion or vibration better than another
Instant AF (Auto Focus): Since it is critical to achieve very sharp focus when shooting in High Definition, the VIXIA HV30 camcorder features Canon's revolutionary Instant AF focusing system. It offers a dramatic improvement in auto focus speed and accuracy
The 2.7" Multi-Angle Vivid Widescreen LCD on the VIXIA HV30 lets you see more of what your camcorder is recording. Using a hard coat AR surface and improved color reproduction, the scene in the viewfinder is more accurate to what you're capturing in the camcorder
2.96 Megapixel Full HD CMOS: Canon's own CMOS sensor reproduces high-resolution images at 1920 x 1080 resolution with full HD information in video images. Compared to a CCD, the VIXIA HV30's CMOS's high color resolution and advanced color reproduction gives brilliant results
Thanks to DIGIC DV II image processing, a Canon Exclusive, the VIXIA HV30 produces video with improved color reproduction -- especially in skin tones, and dark and light scenes. It also uses a hybrid noise reduction system that uses two types of noise reduction, for high definition images
Variable Zoom Speed Control: Another sure sign of amateur video is the unsteady zoom shot. But with the VIXIA HV30's zoom control, you simply select one of three pre-set zoom speeds for smooth, steady, professional looking zooms
Level and Grid Markers: With the Level Marker feature, it's easy to keep your camera level for more professional looking video. Line up any horizontal lines in your shot - such as the horizon - to the marker and you can be sure your camcorder is level
Low Light Performance: Some of the most magical shots are taken at the end of the day or long after the sun has set. You won't miss any of them, thanks to the VIXIA HV30's bright Mini Video Light. The light lets you shoot subjects in color in low light up to 4.9 feet away
24p Cinema Mode enables all aspiring moviemakers to achieve a professional "film-look." You can change the camcorder's frame capture rate to 24p (recorded at 60i), which provides the appearance of the same frame rate as movie film
30p Progressive Mode: This is a unique feature that only Canon offers in the consumer camcorder market. You would otherwise have to look to professional video cameras in order to have this sophisticated tool at your command
Stunning Digital Photography: The VIXIA HV30 has many advanced photo features which make it a camera that rivals other state-of-the-art digital cameras. You get the best of both video and photos
The same Megapixel CCD that ensures sharp, vivid video also gives you brilliant digital photographs. You will be able to capture outstanding digital photographs with a resolution of 1152 x 684 for sharp, crisp still images
Canon's exclusive DIGIC DV II Image Processor features improved continuous shooting of digital photographs with the VIXIA HV30. You can shoot 5 1152 x 684 still images per second, and enjoy faster processing of your images to both the VIXIA HV30's internal memory as well as your memory card
Auto Intelligent Auto Focus (AiAF) ensures sharp images and gives creative flexibility. Even when your subject isn't in the center of the frame, the VIXIA HV30's 9 Point AiAF will automatically select from 9 metering frames on the screen to help bring images into sharp focus
With the Level Marker feature, it's easy to keep your camera level for more professional looking photographs. Line up any horizontal lines in your shot -- such as the horizon -- to the marker and you can be sure your camcorder is level
Built-in Flash: Your VIXIA HV30's built-in flash lets you capture superb photos indoors and in low light conditions. The VIXIA HV30 also features red eye reduction
With the VIXIA HV30, sharing your High Definition video on your HD television is easier than ever. Only a single cable connects your camcorder to your TV for the highest quality playback (video and audio)
Print/Share turns your VIXIA HV30 into a photo lab in the palm of your hand. Simply connect your camcorder directly to select Canon printers or any PictBridge-compatible printer with the supplied USB cable
The VIXIA HV30 makes it easy to store digital photos onto an SD/SDHC Memory Card
DVD Burner Compatible
Bundled Pixela ImageMixer Software: The Canon VIXIA HV30 High Definition Camcorder is bundled with a powerful software suite from Pixela ImageMixer. You can easily perform a variety of functions, including AVCHD Editing in which you can trim, reorder, and combine scenes
The "Intelligent" Lithium-ion battery which powers the VIXIA HV30 is a major, and useful, advance. It not only more accurately tracks remaining battery life, it also gives a display in minutes remaining
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
USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Terminal for digital video streaming and ultra-fast transfer of movies and photos
Wireless Remote Control lets you operate your VIXIA HV30 from a distance, so you don't have to be left out of the picture