Canon XA10 - Manual (Page 5)

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Highlights of the XA10
The Canon XA10 HD Camcorder is a high-performance camcorder whose compact size makes it
ideal in a variety of situations. The following are just some of the many functions featured in the
camcorder.
HD Recording
HD CMOS PRO and DIGIC DV III
processor
The camcorder is equipped with a
1/3-inch CMOS sensor that captures video at
an effective pixel count of approximately 2.07
megapixels (1920x1080). The video is then
processed by the state-of-the-art DIGIC DV III
image processor. This allows the camcorder to
excel in low-light situations and produce a
wide dynamic range.
Wide zoom lens
With a focal length at full wide angle of
30.4 mm (35 mm equivalent), the camcorder
has superb wide-angle shooting capability. The
minimum object distance is 60 cm (2 ft.)
throughout the entire zoom range, which
means that you can create a pleasing blurred
background effect at full telephoto. The
8-bladed iris aperture also enhances the
blurred background effect.
Operability
Emphasis on versatility
This camcorder has features to make it usable
as a main camera but is also small enough to
be very portable. The advanced image
stabilization (
0 60) will let you shoot in a
variety of situations in the field. The handle is
removable so you can detach it when you
need improved portability and then reattach it
when you need extra functionality.
Manual controls at your fingertips
The focus ring helps you achieve the focus you
are looking for. Furthermore, you can assign
certain frequently used functions to a
customizable button and adjust those
functions with the accompanying dial (
0 90).
Face detection
When a subject's face is detected, the
camcorder can track and focus on it (
0 53).
Furthermore, you can have the camcorder in
manual focus but switch to autofocus only
when a face is detected, ensuring that
important subjects are in focus.
Infrared recording
Record in darkness using infrared recording
(
0 89). With the built-in infrared light on the
handle, you can record nocturnal animals in
their natural environment or other such
scenes.
Relay recording and double slot
recording
When you use relay recording ( 0 38), you
can use the double memory card slot to keep
on recording video without interruption. Double
slot recording (
0 39) allows you to record
movies simultaneously to two memory cards,
which is a convenient way to back up your
recordings.
Other Features
Audio
You can use the built-in microphone, MIC
audio input terminal or the two XLR audio input
terminals when recording. When using the XLR
terminals, you can even use microphones that
require phantom power.
LCD screen and viewfinder
The LCD screen and viewfinder both have
100% frame coverage, which will ensure that
you can accurately check that your shots are
framed how you want them.
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