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Canon DC420 HD Camcorder

 
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Around the world, the name Canon means optical excellence, advanced image processing and superb performance. And Canon digital video camcorders are no exception.

If your choice of recording media is DVD, you’ll find a family of capable and technologically sophisticated DVD camcorders built with the Canon know how which you've come to expect in all our products.

Affordable, sleek and easy-to-operate, the Canon DC420 gives you the convenience of DVD technology, along with our exclusive Canon 48x Advanced Zoom - a feature only possible with our industry-leading optical technology. It also boasts our advanced DIGIC DV II Image Processor, a 1.07 Megapixel CCD, SD card image storage capability, Quick Start, now linked with the LCD panel, and Joystick Control. We have also made the DC420 compatible with lens-mounted Canon optical accessories to further enhance your creative choices. Add to that the long recording time available thanks to its high capacity battery and low power consumption and you'll see that the DC420 makes it simpler than ever to capture and share all the unforgettable moments of your life.

Product Features

  • DVD-R/-RW/-R DL Format
  • Canon Exclusive: 48x Advanced Zoom
  • 1.07 Megapixel CCD Image Sensor
  • Canon Exclusive: DIGIC DV II
  • Quick Start
  • Widescreen HR Recording
  • Image Stabilizer
  • 2.7” Widescreen LCD
  • Brilliant Video
  • Compact Size and Convenience
  • Stunning Digital Photography
  • Audio Excellence
  • Share Your Videos
  • Share Your Photographs
  • Compatible Canon Lens Converters and Filters
  • Additional Features

Product Specs

Image Sensor 1/6-inch CCD
Image Stabilizer Electronic
Lens Focal Length f = 2.6 - 96.2mm, (35mm equivalent: 47.1 - 1743mm, Advanced OFF, 16:9) Zoom Speed Variable, 3 Fixed Zoom Speeds Max. F/Stop f/2.0-5.0
Optical Zoom Zoom Ratio 48x Advanced Zoom (16:9 mode), 37x Optical / 2000x Digital
Dimensions 2.6” (W)x 3.5” (H)x 4.8” (D) (66 x 90 x 123 mm)
Weight 13.4 oz.

Warranty Terms - Parts

1 year

Warranty Terms - Labor

1 year limited

Product Weight

0.837 5 lbs

Video Resolution

1/6” CCD image sensor

Format

DVD

Vista Compatible

Yes

LCD Screen Size

2.7”

Digital Zoom

200x

Night Recording

Yes

Special Effects

Black-and-white, sepia

Motion Sensor

No

Audio Sensor

No

Lines of Resolution

480

Manual Focus

Yes

Digital Still Resolution

1.07MP

Auto Date/Time Stamp

Yes

Audio Recording

Dolby digital stereo

Recording Speeds

SP, XP, LP

Preset Titles

No

Programmed Recording

No

Color Viewfinder

No

Custom Titling

No

Line Input Recording

No

Time Lapse Recording

Yes

Remote Control

No

Compatible Memory Formats

Secure Digital (SD)

Connectivity

USB 2.0

PC Cable

Yes

Rechargeable Battery

Yes

Playback Adapter

No

AC adapter

Yes

Canon DC420’s Review

by digitaltrends.com

01/05/09

The Canon DC420 and DC410 aim at the consumer markets, with 48× and 41× zoom functions, respectively, and a DIGIC DV II image processor and the ability to add optional filters and lens accessories. Both camcorders record directly to DVD media. Meanwhile,t he CAnon ZR960 MiniDV camcorder records to MiniDV, and offers a 41× zoom, a microphone terminal for improved audio control, and the ability to add on filters and lenses. The DC420 and DC410 should be available this month, with the ZR960 following in March.

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