Canon DC420 DVD Camcorder (Camcorders)

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Product Age Average review date: 04-02-2009

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May, 2012

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A VERY NICE CAMERA FOR THE PRICE ESPECIALLY !!!

By 4LITTLE1 (cnet.com) Read the full review

OVERALL THE BEST CAMCORDER I EVER HAD!!!! AND I HAVE HAD MANY

DISC GOES RIGHT ON DVD PLAYER OR PLUG IN TO A TV.. GRRREAT PICTURES TOO.. ALSO VIEWFINDER SWIVELS ALL AROUND

DISCS ARE A LIL COSTLY. BUT IF YOU LIKE IT, WHO CARES

Feb, 2011 2011-02-25   4

Great low light video

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I love this camcord. Great performance in indoor video. Only drawback is the DVD media itself. I would like to use a memory stick, instead.

Jul, 2010 2010-07-01   5

Perfect camera with SUPERB picture and quality

By M. Ahmed "Desi Cowboy" (amazon.com) Read the full review

I am glad i got this camera. This camera picks up even my heartbeat. The mic is so sensitive and the picture quality is awesome. Low light or full sun, this camera can shoot anything. This thing gives stunning results, even when shot from the window of...

Jun, 2010 2010-06-17   5

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Affordable, sleek and easy-to-operate, the Canon DC420 gives you the convenience of DVD technology, along with the exclusive Canon 48x advanced zoom - a feature only possible with industry-leading optical technology. It also boasts Canon's 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. Canon has also made the DC420 compatible with lens-mounted Canon optical accessories to further...

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alaTest has collected and analysed 26 reviews from magazines and websites. People are impressed by the usability. The design is also mentioned favorably, but many are less positive about the features and value for money.

We analysed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Canon DC420 DVD Camcorder is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 71/100 = Good quality.

May, 2012 2012-05-16 alaScore 71 3.6

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Canon DC420

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Canon has brought out many fine optical devices over the years. The Canon DC420 is another one to add to the list. It is by no means the “be all to end all” of DVD camcorders but it is pretty good. Like all cameras and camcorders it seems like, it has...

If you are looking for an overall good camcorder and aren’t too concerned with still photos then the Canon DC420 is definitely worth considering. Everything about it is at least comparable to other similar DVD camcorders. It does however out do them in...

As we go through the DC420 we’ll let you decide if you’re a part of its group.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of the Canon DC420 DVD Camcorder from cnet.com. This user review was collected in 2011-02-25, with a rating of 80 out of 100.

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A VERY NICE CAMERA FOR THE PRICE ESPECIALLY !!!

OVERALL THE BEST CAMCORDER I EVER HAD!!!! AND I HAVE HAD MANY DISC GOES RIGHT ON DVD PLAYER OR PLUG IN TO A TV.. GRRREAT PICTURES TOO.. ALSO VIEWFIND

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alaTest has collected and analysed 8 user reviews of the Canon DC420 DVD Camcorder from amazon.com. The user reviews were collected from Oct, 2002 to Jul, 2010. The average user rating from amazon.com is 100 out of 100.

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Great low light video

I love this camcord. Great performance in indoor video. Only drawback is the DVD media itself. I would like to use a memory stick, instead.

Perfect camera with SUPERB picture and quality

I am glad i got this camera. This camera picks up even my heartbeat. The mic is so sensitive and the picture quality is awesome. Low light or full sun

Great Camera But Poor Instructions

The Canon DC420 Camcorder was my first Digital Camcorder and I am impressed with video picture quality. The zoom feature is way beyond my expectations

Surprisingly Great Video Camera

Surprisingly Great Video Camera It was time for me to upgrade my video equipment. At first I was looking to buy a HD video camera. I'm not a pro and d

  8 Users positive

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alaTest has collected and analysed 14 user reviews of the Canon DC420 DVD Camcorder from ciao.com. The user reviews were collected from Mar, 2009 to Jun, 2009. The average user rating from ciao.com is 87 out of 100.

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Canon DC 420

The DC420 combines the convenience of straight-to-DVD shooting with Megapixel video recording for great image quality. A range of features makes it e

Canon DC 420

The camera works great for taping precious moments without distorting the picture or sound. It was just released in January and she has many many vide

Canon DC 420

this product make range of features makes it easy for anyone to shoot and share their movies. Specifications and Features 45x Advanced Zoom, handly e

I very much prefer this to Canon DC 420

I think the Canon DC420 is a very good camera, and his very much, 11.2 million pixels Take pictures, but also to deal with image formats, still images

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Canon DC420 DVD Camcorder

Canon DC420 DVD Camcorder: product specifications

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Canon (See all Canon Camcorders)

Audio Input
Microphone Operation Mode
Stereo
Microphone Technology
Electret condenser
Type
Microphone
Battery
Battery Form Factor
Manufacturer specific
Manufacturer Battery Name
Canon NB-2LH
Camcorder Features
Low Lux / Night Mode
 Yes
Widescreen Video Capture
Widescreen Video Capture
Dimensions & Weight
Depth
12.3cm
Height
9cm
Weight
380g
Width
6.6cm
Display (Projector)
Diagonal Size
2.7in
Diagonal Size (metric)
6.9cm
Display Form Factor
Rotating
Technology
TFT active matrix
Type
LCD display
Exposure Parameters
Shooting Programs
Beach / Fireworks / Night mode / Portrait mode / Snow / Sports mode / Spotlight / Sunset
Header
Manufacturer
Canon
Model
420
Packaged Quantity
1
Product Line
Canon DC
Lens System
Lens Aperture
F/2.0-5.0
Max Focal Length
96.2mm
Min Focal Length
2.6mm
Optical Zoom
37
Type
Zoom lens
Optical Sensor
Camcorder Effective Still Resolution
0.8Megapixel
Camcorder Effective Video Resolution
710Kpix
Camcorder Sensor Resolution
1.07Mpix
Optical Sensor Size
1/6"
Optical Sensor Size (metric)
4.2 mm ( 1/6" ) / 4.2 mm ( 1/6 )
Optical Sensor Type
CCD
Sensor Qty
1CCD
Optical System
Image Stabiliser
Electronic
Service & Support
Type
1 year warranty
Storage Floppy Drive
Type
 None
Video Input
Digital Zoom
2000
Media Type
DVD-R (8cm) / DVD-R DL (8 cm) / DVD-RW (8 cm)
Shooting Modes
Digital photo mode
Type
Camcorder
Viewfinder
Image Aspect Ratio (camcorders)
16:9
Viewfinder Colour Support
Colour
Viewfinder Type
LCD monitor

Manufacturer's Description


Affordable, sleek and easy-to-operate, the Canon DC420 gives you the convenience of DVD technology, along with the exclusive Canon 48x advanced zoom - a feature only possible with industry-leading optical technology. It also boasts Canon's 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. Canon has 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.

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