The DC220 digital camcorder lets you record directly to DVDs, and lets you shoot and share video through a variety of options. Only 3" (8cm) in diameter, the DC220's DVD-R/-RW discs are compatible with most DVD players and can store up to 30 minutes of video in standard mode and 60 minutes of video in long play mode. They also record to DVD-R DL (dual layer) discs that can store up to 108 minutes of video. With the DC220's DVD technology, you no longer have to worry about mistakenly taping over a once-in-a-lifetime piece of footage. Simply shoot, and the DC220 ensures that you record onto a blank part of the DVD. The DC220's DVD functionality also makes it possible for you to review your footage quickly and easily without the bother of rewind or fast-forward searching. With the camcorder's Visual Index, you can review your footage at a glance and play the selection you want. You can even select shots and arrange them in a playlist. It's like editing your video right in your camcorder! You can also capture vibrant still images direct to DVD disc as well. What's more, the finalization process for these DVDs is quick and easy with the DC220. It's just one more reason why you'll love recording direct to DVD with your DC220.
Features:
- Genuine Canon Optics with 35x optical zoom/1000x digital zoom lens
- 2.7-inch widescreen LCD monitor; widescreen HR recording
- DIGIC DV II image processor; smooth zoom control
- USB 2.0 hi-speed terminal for quick video transfer
- DVD-R/-RW Dual Layer recording format
Specifications:
Audio Recording system
| Dolby Digital 2ch (AC-3 2 ch)
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Image Sensor
| 1/6-inch CCD, approx. 680,000 pixels
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Maximum recording time
| Single Layer: 1.4GB - XP: 20min., SP: 30min., LP: 60min.
Dual Layer: 2.8GB - XP: 36min., SP. 54min., LP: 108min.
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Lens
| f = 2.6 - 91 mm, f/2.0 - 5.0, 35x power zoom
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Minimum Illumination
| 2 lx (using Night Mode)
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Recommended Illumination
| More than 100 lx
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Viewfinder
| .27-inch TFT Color, approx. 123,000 pixels
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LCD Screen
| 2.7-inch TFT Color, approx. 123,000 pixels
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Recording Media
| DVD-R/-RW/-R DL
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Number of Recording Pixels
| Effective pixels (movie): approx. 340,000 pixels (4:3)
approx. 450,000 pixels (16:9 IS* OFF)
approx. 360,000 pixels (16:9 IS* ON)
Effective pixels (still image): approx. 450,000 pixels
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Dimensions
| 2.1 x 3.5 x 5 in. (154 x 90 x 128mm)
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Weight (not including lens and battery pack)
| .89 lbs
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| Note | * IS - Image Stabilization |
