The Canon VIXIA HF S100 HD Flash Memory Camcorder review

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Known for its excellence in delivering video quality, Canon brings out another high definition camcorder with the launch of VIXIA HF S100 camcorder with a HD Flash Memory. This product’s high selling point is that it stores videos on flash memory to deliver great video film making experience. VIXIA HF S100 also boasts of a superb 10x optical zoom.

Image quality

Canon has a wonderful 8.59 Mega pixel image censor which provides high quality images and videos. Combined with DIGIC DV III, the latest image processor, the camcorder enhances image quality further by reducing noise and producing true colors. In-built high speed engine controls various features including 8.0 Megapixel photographs, Face Detection and an Auto Exposure system.

Flash Memory

Flash memory makes this camcorder’s usage more convenient than other camcorders available in the market. It is the same technology as used in laptops, cell phones and MP3 players. One can record up to a total of 6 hours of high definition (HD) video in a removable memory card and also have the option of extending the recording space. This also makes file transfer easier. The user just needs to remove the memory card from the camcorder and place it in the computer’s card reader slot. For increasing the memory, you simply have to buy a memory card with a larger memory size.

Battery

An added advantage of VIXIA HF S100 is its remarkable battery, which consumes low power and, thus, the battery life increases.

Sturdy

VIXIA HF S100 has an edge above other camcorders as it is sturdier for rough conditions and minimizes the probability of loss of data. It is shock resistant to a large extent. You don’t have to worry if you accidentally slip it or knock it. This 2.8 x 5.4 x 2.7 (Width x Depth x Height) inches camcorder is compact and light with about 1 pound of weight.

Verdict

If you are looking for a fine quality all-purpose camera and video recorder by Canon, VIXIA HF S100 is a great choice. It brings together the best of both worlds with a built-in 8.0 megapixel digital camera, 10x optical zoom, Dolby digital audio and frame rate of 60i.

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