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Review summary for the Canon MV500

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 225 reviews from magazines and websites. People really like the image quality. The usability also gets good ratings, but some have doubts about battery.

Experts rate this product 65/100 and users 79/100. We analyzed these ratings, the product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Canon MV500 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 81/100 = Very good quality.

August, 2010

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Canon MV500

By Computeractive staff (Computeract!ve)Read the full review

A potentially excellent camcorder let down by some significant flaws.

The Canon MV500, for instance, can be bought as a DV-in/out version in the...

October, 2003

 

Canon MV500i

By Laurence Grayson (PC Magazine)Read the full review

Canon MV500iA fully featured entry-level MiniDV camera.

Canon 01737 220 000

Suitable for those less concerned with image capture resolution.

June, 2002

 

User Reviews (206)

MV500i

By FrenchCancan (ciao.co.uk)Read the full review

I have just bought this camcorder when looking for an affordable MiniDV - in order to limit the weight and size of the machine - with a PC link of some sort.

Easy to use, compact, ergonomic,

FedWire feed DV out

December, 2003

 

Canon ZR500

By xclubcar98x (cnet.com)Read the full review

This camcorder I bought used for $60 on ebay. And it has been tough! Sure there is no accessory shoe, or video light. But it overall does well if there is adequate lighting. In low light it isnt so good, and also the fact it uses MiniDV tapes can be a pai...

Good set of manual controls, easy to use, good video quality, viewfinder

A bit outdated, still uses the tape format which can be a pain

January, 2010

 

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Terrific introduction to camcording

By sarahslover (cnet.com)Read the full review

This was my first camcorder. Easy to understand instructions, easy to set up, easy to use controls, palm of your hand size, easy to acess record button. Have used it outside and inside, good pictures and audio, easy to hook up to play back on TV. No probl...

easy to use, small

no carry bag

August, 2007

 

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Manufacturer's Description

The MV500 and MV500i digital camcorders offer users enhanced PC connectivity and improved performance in a compact and stylish design. With their increased lens magnification, enhanced specifications and affordable price, these MV models offer outstanding cost performance. By offering varying levels of functionality and price, the MV500/MV500i provide consumers with an opportunity to select the camcorder that is most suited to their needs. This range offers the consumer an optimal combination...

Canon MV500

Canon MV500

Manufacturer's Description

The MV500 and MV500i digital camcorders offer users enhanced PC connectivity and improved performance in a compact and stylish design. With their increased lens magnification, enhanced specifications and affordable price, these MV models offer outstanding cost performance. By offering varying levels of functionality and price, the MV500/MV500i provide consumers with an opportunity to select the camcorder that is most suited to their needs. This range offers the consumer an optimal combination of functionality and cost performance.Measuring just 58 x 99 x 144, these additions to the MV line-up are extremely compact and well designed. The CCD size in the MV500/MV500i has been reduced from 1/4" to 1/6", thus allowing Canon to dramatically increase the lens magnification while maintaining the compact size of the preceding MV400 Series models. With the incorporation of a high-performance Canon lens, both models provide a significant improvement in magnification capabilities. The MV500i and MV500 utilize an optical 18x/digital 360x, which are both replacing the 10x optical zoom lens of the preceding MV400 Series. These high-performance Canon zoom lenses transform distant subjects into dramatic close-ups. With the use of the analog-digital converter, users can convert analog video and audio signals, on VHS or 8 mm tape, into digital signals for real-time output from the DV terminal (IEEE 1394 interface). By selecting the shooting mode that best suits the scene, each MV500 series model adjusts internal controls to create the perfect video each time. Mode choices are Auto, Sports, Portrait, Spotlight, Sand and Snow, and Low Light as well as the Night Mode with which color shots are possible even in dim conditions.The "i" version model, MV500i, provides users with digital line-in functionality. With this feature, users can upload edited footage or graphics from their computer, or other digital devices, to the camcorder. This feature also provides the possibility to incorporate analog video data into new digital recordings.

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