Canon XL2 Camcorder

rating: 4.20

The Canon XL2 allows you to capture images closer to the finished product than ever before. Work that previously was limited to post-production can be simply and effectively accomplished in the field, in the camcorder.

Specifications:
Manufacturer: Canon, Inc
Manufacturer Part Number: 9549A001
Manufacturer Website Address: PRODUCT INFO URL
Brand Name: Canon
Product Name: XL2 Digital Camcorder
Marketing Information: The Canon XL2 allows you to capture images closer to the finished product than ever before. Work that previously was limited to post-production can be simply and effectively accomplished in the field, in the camcorder.
Product Type: Digital Camcorder
Screen Size: 2"
Display Screen Type: Active Matrix TFT Color LCD
Display Resolution: 200000Pixel
Number of Image Sensors: 3
Image Sensor Size: 0.33"
Image Sensor Type: CCD
Effective Image Resolution: 1.38Megapixel
Effective Video Resolution: 1.05Megapixel
Total Camcorder Resolution: 2.04Megapixel
Maximum Video Lines: 525
Video System: NTSC
Video Recording Details: Two rotating heads, helical scan azimuth recording, DV System (Consumer digital VCR SD system) digital component recording
Audio Encoding: 12-bit PCM
Audio Encoding: 16-bit PCM
Microphone Technology: Electret Condenser
Audio Channels: Stereo
Lens Type: Lens Mount: XL interchangeable lens system
20x Zoom Lens XL 5.4-108mm L IS:

Focal Length: 5.4 - 108mm

Optical Zoom: 20x
Filter Attachment Diameter: 72mm
Focus Modes: Auto Focus
Focus Modes: Manual Focus
Focus Distance: 0.78"
Focus Distance: 39.37"
Minimum Illumination: 5.5 lux
Shutter Speed: 1/60 Second
Recording Media: Tape Drive
Media Support: MiniDV
Recording Time: 80Minute SP
Recording Time: 120Minute LP
Interfaces/Ports: 1 x 4-pin IEEE 1394
Interfaces/Ports: 1 x Video In/Out
Interfaces/Ports: 1 x S-Video In/Out
Interfaces/Ports: 1 x Audio In/Out
Interfaces/Ports: 1 x Microphone
Interfaces/Ports: 1 x DC Power In
Power Consumption: 7.1W
Temperature: 32 �F (0 �C) to 104 �F (40 �C) Operating
Weight: 5.3 lb - Excluding lens and battery pack
Weight: 7.8 lb
Package Contents: XL2 Digital Camcorder
Zoom Lens 20x zoom XL 5.4-108mm L IS
Color Viewfinder
Lithium Battery (for Auto-Date)
Wireless Controller (WL-D4000)
2 x R03/AAA Batteries (for Wireless Controller)
Lens Cap
Lens Dust Cap
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Additional Information: Number of Recording Pixels:

16:9 target area: approx. 460,000 pixels (962 x 480) x3 CCD, 0.289" diagonal
4:3 target area: approx. 350,000 pixels (720 x 480) x3 CCD, 0.236" diagonal

Minimum Focusing Distance (20x zoom XL 5.4-
Standard Warranty: 1 Year Limited
Parts Warranty/Labor: 1 Year
Parts Warranty/Labor: 3 Month - Video head part

Canon XL2 Camcorder user reviews

"I use Canon XL2 Camcorder for indie productions and I find it at a very high level, the definition is definitely brilliant but the contrast and color are not as good as Panasonic . Although it has interchangeable optics which make it unique in its way the controls over image and color are semi professional.
It is understandable that ,due to the optics, the price is definitely higher than panasonic but the results in image quality are a bit lower.
Another point of discuss is the unease of use and handling.
The design is in my opinion excellent. "

--- giowillis rated: 4

"Listening to the whiners complaining about stupid issues about this camera got me off the couch and writing. Canon XL2 Camcorder utterly rocks. Sure, in a few ("few" spelled more like "FOUR OR MORE" years when the whole HD thing shakes out it will not be the ultimate hot tamale it is today) Regardless, if you want an amazing automatic video camera with ultimate manualy control there is no equal. Period. This camera produce lucious video and audio. Yup, you can buy a less expensive camera and achieve quasi-similar results. Quasi = semi-sucks. Or you can step up and get the real deal. Go ahead, write about what a Canon-head I must be or whatever. I own no stock in Canon. I don't work for them. They just make amazing video cameras - several of which I own. "

--- stevewells rated: 5

"There's no doubt that Canon XL2 Camcorder is a great camera, I had the pleasure of using it for 2 weeks before giving it up. There were some issues that I had with this camera, first of all and my main concern is that the LCD viewfinder is not the best for finding you focus point, this can be frustrating at times knowing that this camera has the best lense for focusing ability. There is also no separate "pop-out" LCD, so inorder to correct this problem, you will need to add a monitor somewhere on the camera (on top mount or on sled/stabilizer) this increases weight and cost. Another great option for the viewfinder is to purchase the optional evf monochrome viewfinder; this would be ideal to use with an additional 4"+ mounted LCD (as this viewfinder eliminates the standard evf's flip-up LCD screen) but this comes at a heavy price tag of $1500. The Iris control is a step system, which is noticable when using and not fluid.
This camera has great options if you want to pay for them, no doubt a great choice for any pro or amature film maker, great for event shooting, but would take some getting used to for artistic shooting.
Recommended! "

--- mikeandbecka rated: 4

"Overall I had some choices of choosing from sony, panasonic and canon. I decided to go with the canon even though it was spendy, but im happy with my choice and would do the same again. Anyone considering a panasonic over xl2, i would highly reviese, mostly because the panasonic lens is crap compared to the xl2. "

--- WesCoughlin rated: 4

"The Canon XL2 is a fantastic non-HD system that's perfect for entry-level professional videography. "

--- Creativescape rated: 4

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