Canon's Optura 30 Mini DV 2.2-megapixel camcorderunites the worlds of digital video & digital photography using DV Photo Plus technology.

The versatile camcorder optimizes natural color quality, enhances low light image capture & provides a powerful array of Canon's digital camera "can do's.

Whether capturingeven simultaneouslythe magical motion of exhilarating events or the deep emotion of a moment frozen in time, the Optura 30 DV combines such innovative Canon video capabilities as an RGB Primary Color Filter for superior color rendition, improved audio processing for crisp, clean sound recording, a high resolution, true 16:9 widescreen mode along with many of the most sought after digital still camera features including a built-in automatic flash, selectable focus points, auto exposure bracketing, continuous shooting for up to five frames per second, streamlined downloading with the print/share button and PictBridge printer compatibility.

The Optura 30 features a 12x Optical Zoom/240x Digital Zoom as well as Canon's Image Stabilizer that instantly reduces camcorder shake even when the user is shooting handheld with the zoom fully extended.

Among the camcorders' other top-tier video functions are the new Advanced Color Control System that optimizes color according to the shooting situations and an RGB Primary Color Filter that separates light passing through the lens into red, green and blue color components in much the same way as professional camcorders process color, yielding truer more natural looking colors.

What's more the camcorders' High Resolution 16:9 Widescreen mode utilizes the entire width of the CCD retaining image quality and providing a wider horizontal angle of view that is ideal for widescreen TVs.

Low light shooting capabilities are also enhanced thanks to Canon's new low noise signal processing IC & a user selectable Auto Slow Shutter setting. Adding to it's ease of use, the camcorder supports the Picture Transfer Protocol (PTP) that enables data transfer with a Windows XP or Mac OS X(version 10.1) without installing dedicated driver software.

This direct link enables the computer to access the camcorder as if it was an external card reader. Program AE settings for easy optimal results. Settings offered are: EasyRecording, Full Auto, Sports, Portrait, Spotlight, Sand & Snow, Low light and Night.

At the core of the Optura 30 imaging excellence is Canon's DV Photo Plus. Encompassing the company's core imaging essentials, DV Photo Plus integrates Canon's renowned optics; a 2.2-megapixel CCD image sensor,the exclusive DIGIC DV Image Processor, & the Print & Share that makes it easy to print photos directly from a printer at the touch of a button.

Equipped with a 2.2 megapixel CCD Image Sensor, the Optura 30 iscapable of capturing sharp, high-quality two megapixel (1632 x 1224) photo images as well as 1280 x 960 and e-mail ready, 640 x 480 resolution images.


Features:


Genuine Canon Optics: 12x Optical Zoom Lens
240x Digital Zoom
Image Stabilizer
Flexible 2.5" LCD View Screen and Color Viewfinder
DV Photo Plus
DIGIC DV
High Resolution 2.2 Megapixel CCD
RGB Primary Color Filter
VIC Connection Circuit
2.0 Megapixel High Resolution Photos
Continuous Shooting Mode
SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard
Auto Exposure Bracketing
Photo Review
Direct Print
Print/Share Button
Exif Print
Motion JPEG
High Resolution 16:9 Widescreen Mode
Manual Focus Ring
Selectable Focusing Points
Simultaneous Photo Recording
Built-in Flash
Advanced Accessory Shoe
PCM Digital Sound
Skin Detail Mode
Digital Effects
Faders
Special Effects
Multi-image Screen
StitchAssist
End Search
Selectable Display Languages
My Camera Function
Lithium Ion Battery
S-Video Input/Output
Microphone Terminal
Remote Control Included
Built-in Speaker
Audio Dubbing
Self-Timer
Date Search
Time Code/Data Code
Record Search & Review
Confirmation Beep
Zero Set Memory
World Clock

Specifications:


Audio/Video PCM digital sound: 16-bit (48 kHz/2 ch.) 12-bit (32 kHz/4 ch.)
2 rotary heads, helical scanning system DV system (Consumer digital VCR SD/SDL system) Digital component recording
Television System EIA standard (525 lines, 60 fields) NTSC color signal
Tape Format/Speed Tape format: Videocassettes bearing the MiniDV mark
Tape speed: SP: 3/4 ips (18.81 mm/sec.) LP: 1/2 ips (12.56 mm/sec.)
Maximum recording time (with an 80-min. cassette) SP: 80 min. LP: 120 min
Fast forward/rewind time: 2 min. 20 sec. (with a 60-min. cassette)
Image Sensor 1/3.4-inch CCD, approx. 2,200,000 pixels Effective pixels: tape approx. 1,230,000 pixels, card approx. 2,000,000 pixels
Optical Zoom 12x Optical Zoom
Digital Zoom 240x Digital Zoom
Lens Optura 30: f=4.8-57.6, f/1.8-3.0, 12x power zoom
Focusing System TTL autofocus, manual focusing possible
Min. Focus Distance (1 cm) on maximum wide angle 3.3 ft (1 m); 0.39 in. (1 cm) on maximum wide angle
Shutter Speed 1/2,000 sec. (1/250 in Card Camera mode)
Filter Size 34 mm
Viewfinder 0.33-inch TFT color, approx. 113,000 pixels
LCD Screen 2.5-inch TFT color, approx. 123,000 pixels
Special Effects Art, Black & White, Sepia, Mosaic, Ball, Cube, Wave, Color Mask or Mirror. (* In Card mode: Only black and white is available.)
Fader Black Fade, Trigger, Wipe, Corner, Jump, Flip, Puzzle, Zigzag, Beam and Tide.
Titler No
Multi-image Screen: Divide your screen into four, nine or sixteen pictures.
A/V Dubbing Yes
Input terminals DV terminal: Special 4-pin connector (based on IEEE 1394)
Video terminal: 1 Vp-p/75 ohms unbalanced
S-video terminal: 1 Vp-p (Y signal), 0.286 Vp-p (C signal)
Output terminals DV terminal: Special 4-pin connector (based on IEEE 1394)
Video terminal: 1 Vp-p/75 ohms unbalanced
S-video terminal: 1 Vp-p (Y signal), 0.286 Vp-p (C signal)
Audio terminal: Input level: -10 dBV/40 kohm, unbalanced Output level: -10 dBV, less than 3 kohm, unbalanced
Audio terminal: Input level: -10 dBV/40 kohms or more Output level: -10 dBV (47 kohm load)/3 kohms or less
Digital Photo Mode 2.2 megapixel CCD Image Sensor capturing sharp, high-quality two megapixel (1632 x 1224) photo images as well as 1280 x 960 and e-mail ready, 640 x 480 resolution images.
simultaneous photo-recording feature, 640 x 480 photos captured to a multimedia card or SD Memory Card while high-quality video is captured to the camcorders' Mini DV cassette at the same time.
PictBridge Compatible.
Continuous shooting mode up to 3 fps at 1632 x 1224 and 1280 x 960 res & up to 5 fps at 640 x 480 res.
Microphone Stereo electret condenser microphone
Flash Built-in
Power Requirements 7.4 V DC (Battery) 8.5 V DC (DC IN)

Dimensions 3.0 x 3.2 x 5.3 in. (77 x 82 x 134 mm)
Weight approx. 1.3 lb. (585g) (camcorder body only)
Special Features Recording media: MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card
File format: Design rule for Camera File system (DCF), Exif 2.2 compliant, Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) compliant (only images marked for printing or transfer)
Image recording format: Still image: JPEG (compression: Superfine/Fine/Normal) Movie: AVI (image data: Motion JPEG; audio data: WAVE (monaural)

Experience the ultimate in videotaping convenience with the DZMV350A DVD Handycam Camcorder from Hitachi. Now you can record directly onto 3-inch DVD-R and DVD-RW at resolutions comparable to MiniDV. Best of all, the DVD media can easily be viewed on most current DVD players and PCs, making playback a snap. You can even capture still JPEG images up to a maximum resolution of 1152 x 864 thanks to its 1-megapixel CCD imager. Its like having both a camcorder and digital camera in one.

Features:

2.5" Color LCD panel
Records on DVD
Up to 2 Hours of Recording
Still Photo Mode Plus SD Card
Advanced Stable Pix Electronic Image Stabilization


General
Video input type Camcorder


Digital zoom 240


Effective sensor resolution 340,000 pixels


Gross sensor resolution 680,000 pixels


Optical sensor size 1/4"


Optical sensor type CCD


Min illumination 3 lux


Digital video input format MPEG-2


Image stabilizer Electronic


Digital scene transition Black fader, White fader, Vertical wipe


Min shutter speed 1/60 sec


Max shutter speed 1/4000 sec


Shooting modes Digital photo mode


Shooting programs Low light, Spotlight, Sand & snow, Sports mode, Portrait mode


White balance Custom, Presets, Automatic


White balance presets Indoor, Outdoor


Exposure modes Manual, Program, Automatic


Flash type None
Lens System
Lens aperture F/1.8-2.5


Optical zoom 10


Lens system type Zoom lens


Min focal length 3.15 mm


Max focal length 31.5 mm


Filter size 30.5 mm


Manual focus Manual, Automatic


Zoom adjustment Motorized drive
Memory / Storage
Image storage Fine JPEG 640 x 480 : 45 - With 8MB card, Normal JPEG 640 x 480 : 95 - With 8MB card, Economy JPEG 640 x 480 : 190 - With 8MB card, Standard JPEG 640 x 480 : 1998 - With 2.8GB DVD-RAM disk
Viewfinder / Display
Display type LCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.5 in - Color


Display form factor Rotating


Display resolution 120,000 pixels


Viewfinder color support Color
Audio Input
Audio input type Microphone


Microphone type Built-in


Microphone operation mode Stereo


Microphone technology Electret condenser
Expansion / Connectivity
Connections 1 x USB, 1 x Microphone, 1 x Composite video/audio (input/output), 1 x S-Video output


Expansion slots 1


Cables included USB cable, A/V cable
Additional Features
Video input features DPOF support, Date/time stamp, Backlight compensation


Remote control Remote control - Infrared


Software type Drivers & Utilities


Included accessories Lens cap, PC connection kit, Camcorder shoulder strap
Power
Battery type 1 x Camcorder battery - Rechargeable - Lithium ion


Mfr estimated battery life 145 min


Power supply included Power adapter + battery charger - External
Physical Characteristics
Width 2.2 in


Depth 5.3 in


Height 3.5 in

The Hitachi DZ-MV730A Camcorder has all the tools you need for simpler Digital Video and photography.

The incredible 240x Digital zoom gets you close to the action while you're filming.

With Digital Still Mode you can shoot digital photographs perfect for Email on an MMC or SD card. Playback is easy - simply finalize the Disc and play it in compatible DVD players and computers.

Its 2.5" LCD delivers a clear picture of the action during Recording and playback.


Hitachi has forever changed the direction of camcorder technology with the introduction of the DVD-Camcorder. This Emmy-winning innovation allows you to record home movies directly to DVD and play them back on your home DVD player. Explore the many options and performance features that Hitachi has pioneered with these remarkable products.

Hitachi Innovation with Five Generations of Refinement
Five years of perfecting this breakthrough Hitachi technology delivers the most refined and fully-featured line of DVD-Camcorders available. Quick Start in only 7 seconds and capture high quality video directly to DVD for instant playback. Dramatically improved power efficiency and a more streamlined design means it's more flexible and easier to use. Hitachi DVD-Camcorders are designed to accept discs directly into the Camcorder for the most compact and durable design ever.

Enhanced Connectivity
Record from VHS or tape-based camcorders- then playback directly to TV, from DVD-R to DVD player or through USB cables to computer.


DVD-RAM Recording DVD-RAM is a rewritable format that allows for recording and re-recording of movies and still photos up to 100,000 times per disc. Data is written in a non-linear pattern, much like a computer hard disk. When recording, information is only written to blank areas of the disc, eliminating accidental erasure of previously recorded material. The DVD-RAM Disc Navigation system provides a wealth of in-camera editing, play list options and still photo capability.

DVD-R Recording DVD-R is a record-once format that has the highest compatibility for playback in home DVD players (requires in-camera finalizing of the disc before it can be played on DVD player). Data is recorded in a linear manner and users can directly access any previously recorded clip using the on-screen Disc Navigation feature.


Camcorder-to-PC-and-Back
Hitachi HDTV tuner technology brings viewers a unique blend of convenience and performance. Conventional HDTV tuners require start-up time to scan for channels and require switching between antenna inputs when selecting analog or digital programming. Hitachi HDTV tuner technology delivers the picture instantly with seamless access to all available channels

Disc Navigation
Direct digital access to DVD footage requires none of the rewinding or fast-forwarding necessary with tape formats. Each movie clip or still photo (DVD-RAM only) is presented as a thumbnail on the LCD panel. Simply cursor to the desired clip and select it for instant playback. With DVD-RAM discs, one can perform a host of in-camera editing features including fading, moving, dividing, deleting and combining of clips. Create up to 99 play lists for custom playback of movie clips.


MegaPixel CCD and Lens
The resolution of the MegaPixel CCD sensor found on select models far exceeds that required for high-quality video, enabling high-resolution, 1280 x 960 pixel photos. Precision-grade optics of the spherical lens reduces aberrations and distortions that may occur at the perimeter of lens surfaces in less advanced systems.


Magic LSI
Our proprietary Magic LSI combines an enhanced MPEG-2 encoder/decoder (CODEC), the Interface Processor, and Digital Signal Processor (DSP) into a single, compact LSI (Large Scale Integration) chip. This integrated design improves resolution and efficiency, reduces power consumption and minimizes space required on the circuit board.

Constant & Variable Bit Rate Recording Bit rate is the measurement of how much digital information can be streamed over time. Higher bit rates move more data per second. The process the MPEG-2 format uses for compressing video requires a higher bit rate for rapid motion sequences. Static scenes need a much lower bit rate. Variable Bit Rate (VBR) recording dynamically varies the bit rates relative to video content. This process optimizes compression, resulting in higher picture quality and reduced file sizes.

8cm DVD Drive

The Hitachi DVD Camcorder features the world's first ultra-compact 8cm DVD-RAM/DVD-R drive. The advanced double-speed drive and single-beam laser provide extremely smooth real-time recording and playback of data. Rugged construction and robust error-correction circuits ensure precise operation even under demanding operating conditions.



F e a t u r e s :

680K Pixel CCD
16:9 Widescreen Recording for both DVD-RAM and DVD-R Discs
Quick Mode Shortcut to Simplified Menu System
Quick Start Short Start Time from Power-on to First Recording
Disc Navigation Instant Access to Selected Scenes and In-Camera Editing Features
16x Optical Zoom 240x Digital Zoom 2.5" LCD Monitor Can Operate as a Light
External AV Input for Recording Analog Sources to DVD Electronic Image Stabilizer for Video
Auto and Manual Focus
Auto and Manual White Balance
Auto and Manual Exposure
.2" Color Viewfinder (200k Pixels)
Large 2.5-inch LCD Monitor
Self-timer for Digital Still Photos
S p e c i f i c a t i o n s



Recording format: DVD-RAM / DVD-R
Imaging device: 680K Pixel CCD
Recording mode: 16:9 widescreen recording for both DVD-RAM and DVD-R discs
Zoom: 16x optical / 240x digital zoom
LCD: 2.5 inch LCD monitor can operate as a light
Analog conversion: External AV input for recording analog sources to DVD
Video recording: DVD-RAM: approximately 40-120 minutes of MPEG-2. DVD-R: approximately 20-60 minutes of MPEG video
Digital Still Photos: DVD-RAM: records nearly 2,000 JPEG 640 x 480 resolution. DVD-R: approximately 220 JPEG images 640 x 480 resolutions
Image stabilization: Yes, electronic image stabilizer for video
Low light shooting: 0.3 lux in low light mode
Focus: Auto and manual focus
White balance: Auto and manual white balance
Exposure: Auto and manual exposure
Viewfinder: .2 inch color viewfinder
Dimensions (H x W x D): 3 3/8 x 2 x 4 13/16 inches

Mini digital video cassettes that come in several different translucent shells.These cool colors will help to catergorize special events. The will give you the ultimate performance for highly reliable digital recording.
For use with your MiniDV camcorder. The six-pack includes two of each color: Blue, Orange and Green. Designed for long life even under the harshest conditions.



Record up to 60 minutes in SP mode and 90 minutes in EP mode on each tape.
Includes: Blue, orange and green translucent shells
Quantity: Six
Compatible with: MiniDV camcorders.