Canon XLH1 DV Camcorder

Whether your're a broadcase ENG producer, documentary, feature or commercial videographer, the XLH1 is the affordable, lightweight HD camcorder you've been waiting for. Its Superior Canon Optics and exceptional image processing give you a brilliant HD image.

For pristine image quality, the XL H1 features uncompressed
digital HD-SDI output (SMPTE 292M), as well as Gen-lock
input and SMPTE time code input and output for multi-camera
shoots. And, with its customizable open-architecture approach, selectable frame rates, and multiple output options, you’ve got exactly the right tool - every time.

Like all of Canon's 3CCD camcorders, the XLH1 includes image control features, customizable settings and a well-balanced design - for the creative control, flexibility and advanced capability your video work demands.

Features:

HD Resolution with Adjustable Frame Rates: The XL H1 delivers HD at 1080i, along with selectable frame rates of 60i, 30F, and 24F. For high-speed subjects, 30F delivers spectacular clarity, while 24F gives the look and motion of film.

Professional Jackpack: For the professional videographer, the XL H1 gives you the capabilities you need — no matter what the job, no matter what the facilities. Multi-camera shoots are no problem using Gen-lock synchronizationor SMPTE time code input and output. Also provided is uncompressed digital HD and digital SD through an SDI output. The XL H1’s professional JackPack brings together all these capabilities and lets you quickly and conveniently
make the connection you need.

Total Cine Control: With the XL H1, you get total control over the cine look of your video by fine-tuning a number of variables: 3 color matrixes, 2 cine gammas and adjustable: knee, black stretch, setup level, master pedestal, horizontal detail, coring, sharpness, noise reduction, color gain, hue, and master color adjustments. With the XL H1’s enhanced cine control, you have even more creative and technical options.

20x HD Video Lens with Superior Canon Optics: Featuring Canon’s XL lens mount, the XL H1’s 20x HD video lens gives you outstanding resolution, contrast, and color reproduction. What’s more, the 38.9 – 778mm (in 35mm photography) lens is coupled with Canon’s superb Super Range Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) system. The sophisticated stabilization system corrects camera shake instantly for steady shots — even when they’re hand held at
long focal lengths or taken with the camera in motion.

Still Image Recording: In addition to all of the features and capabilities you’d expect from a Canon HD camcorder, the XL H1 also gives you the flexibility to record still images. The images can be captured at full HD resolution (1920 x 1080), with all the custom settings. With many pre and post production, storyboarding, and continuity applications, still image recording is just another way the XL H1 delivers versatility.