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Canon Optura 600

Canon Optura 600 Mini DV Camcorder

Canon FS300

Canon VIXIA FS300 Flash Media Camcorder

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Product Description
With the Optura 600, you finally have a camcorder with the sophistication and performance to match your lifestyle and exceed your expectations. The Optura 600 delivers a superior level of... More
With the Optura 600, you finally have a camcorder with the sophistication and performance to match your lifestyle and exceed your expectations. The Optura 600 delivers a superior level of performance in a luxurious, upright sculpted design. And, with its 4.3 Megapixel image sensor, advanced photo features, and Superior Canon Optics, you get incredible video and photos. It's a versatile performer for those with a truly versatile lifestyle. Less
The Canon FS300 Flash Memory camcorder is among the most affordable ways to get stunning video in a light, compact and very user-friendly package. As employed in advanced electronic products... More
The Canon FS300 Flash Memory camcorder is among the most affordable ways to get stunning video in a light, compact and very user-friendly package. As employed in advanced electronic products such as laptop computers, MP3 players, PDAs and cell phones, flash memory has numerous benefits. Less
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Key Features   
Recording System   NTSC NTSC
Camcorder Type   Digital -
Recording Media   Mini DV Flash Media
Optical Zoom   10x 37x
Weight 0.9 lb. 0.49 lb.
CCD   
Sensor Size 1/2.8" 1/6"
Image Sensor Type - CCD
Number of Pixels   4290K pixels 680K pixels
Sensor Quantity   1 1
LCD / Viewfinder   
LCD Screen Size   2.5 in. 2.7 in.
Color Viewfinder   With Color Viewfinder Without Color Viewfinder
Display Type   With LCD Screen With LCD Screen
Lens   
Optical Zoom   10x 37x
Focal Length 6.1 - 61 mm 2.6 - 96.2 mm
Attachment / Filter Size 34 mm -
Digital Zoom   200x 2,000x
Video Modes   
Recording Speeds   SP • LP SP • XP • LP
Low Lux   0.6 Lux 1.3 Lux
Image Stabilizer   Digital Image Stabilizer Digital Image Stabilizer
Recommended Illumination   100 Lux -
Audio   
Audio Format   12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo Audio 5.1 Surround Sound
Memory Photography   
Digital Still Shot Mode   With Still Shot Capability With Still Shot Capability
Memory Still Resolution 1.23 Megapixels -
Memory Card Support   SD Card • Multimedia Card (MMC) SD Card
MPEG Movie Mode   Without MPEG Movie Mode With MPEG Movie Mode
Max Still Image Size   1280 x 960 -
Interfaces   
Microphone Type Internal • External/Optional -
Output Interfaces S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • USB Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • USB 2.0
Input Interfaces S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) -
Power Supply   
Battery Type   Proprietary Lithium Proprietary Li-Ion
Battery Life   Up to 1.08 Hours -
Dimensions   
Weight 0.9 lb. 0.49 lb.
Depth 4 in. 4.8 in.
Height 4 in. 2.3 in.
Width 2 in. 2.2 in.
Warranty   
Warranty 1 Year 1 Year
Miscellaneous   
Family Line Canon Optura Canon FS
UPC 718908999059 13803122084
Release Date September, 2005 March, 2010
Product ID 26617154 95229778
Included Accessories Software • USB Cable • A/V Cable • 16 MB Memory Card • Lithium Propriety Battery • AC Power Adapter • Remote Control Software • USB Cable • Driver • Battery Pack • Video Cable
Product MPN   
MPN OPTURA600 HFR10B
 
Consumer Reviews
Canon Optura 600
Canon Optura 600 Mini DV Camcorder
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Canon FS300
Canon VIXIA FS300 Flash Media Camcorder
From $229.99

Product Review Summary

4.3
Based on 3 user reviews
100% recommend this product
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Consumer Reviews

36

Small & Compact - Great for Family VIdeo's

bytreihing Dec 24, 2005
13 Helpfuls 14 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Compact, 4.3meg Digital Camera, 16.9 Widescreen Video
Cons Longer Battery Life, Larger Hand Strap, Simplified Owners Manual
Recommended it? Yes

After several weeks of MiniDV camcorder research, I purchased the Canon Optura 600. I compared this camcorder to the Sony PC1000 and the Sony DCR-HC90 and the Optura 600 was a hands down winner.

To better explain my review, let me provide you the items I was looking for to qualify my... Read full review »

1

Quality Video and Portability

bymadmonk301 Dec 8, 2005
9 Helpfuls 10 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Quality Video, Low Light Performance is amazing, Crispness, Automatic Mode for quick...
Cons Viewfinder (if you are a viewfinder enthusiast)
Recommended it? Yes

I have to be honest with you, I am a bit of a quality freak when it comes to video...Searching and searching for the longest time to find something that would offer me the clearest crisp video that I could "stick in my pocket". I have always found the matchbook camcorder to be the most portable, I... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

4.1
Based on 8 user reviews
75% recommend this product
5 stars
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3 stars
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1 star
Pros
  • Lightweight (5)
  • Easy to Use (4)
  • Quality Construction (3)
  • Compact (2)
  • Great Design (2)
  • Good Sound (1)
  • Long Battery Life (1)
  • Rechargeable (1)
  • Image Stabilization (1)
  • Rich Features (1)
Cons
  • Short Battery Life (3)
  • Bad in Low Light (2)
  • Difficult to Use (1)
  • Overpriced (1)
  • Uploading is a pain (1)
Good For
  • Everyday Use (5)
  • Special Events (4)
  • Home Movies (3)
  • Home (1)
  • Gifts (1)
  • Documentaries (1)
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Consumer Reviews

20

Easy to use.

bymomtogcubed Oct 25, 2010
Helpful? 1 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Easy to Use, Lightweight
Cons Short Battery Life, Bad in Low Light
Recommended it? Yes

I bought the Canon VIXIA FS300 Flash Media Camcorder to record memories of my children.  It is very easy to use right out of the box.  It's also lightweight and easy to carry around for long periods of time while you're trying to catch that special moment. 

The battery... Read full review »

18

Great Birthday present!

bybecka255 Oct 10, 2010
Helpful? 1 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Lightweight, Easy to Use, Compact
Cons Short Battery Life, Overpriced
Recommended it? Yes

It was my birthday and I wanted a new toy, so I decided this camcorder would be a lot of fun! Well, most definately, it is! Not only is the design nice, sleek, and up to date, there are so many memories you can shoot, record, zoom in on, and remember forever! Battery life is not too long, but the... Read full review »

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