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Manufacturer: Canon Part number: 6096B001
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- Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 1 review
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- Small and light with a sleek design, the VIXIA HF M500 camcorder's image quality is unsurpassed, thanks to the professional-level Canon HD CMOS pro image sensor. The high-sensitivity sensor provides outstanding resolution, better low-light performance, and beautiful, natural detail in both shadow and highlight areas. Intelligent IS and SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization designed for the Genuine Canon 10x HD ... Read more
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Great Camera for Price and Features
by PC2Day on January 27, 2013
Pros: + Resolution and video quality is awesome
+ Decent audio along with a very good image
+ MP4 recording is a nice feature
+ Good performance all around, especially low lightCons: - Plastic tripod mount
- Larger than a compact camera needs to beSummary: I own a Canon T3i DSLR camera and had been doing some shooting with that over the last year prior to wanting to buy a camcorder. The reason for buying ...
Summary: I own a Canon T3i DSLR camera and had been doing some shooting with that over the last year prior to wanting to buy a camcorder. The reason for buying a camcorder is that I wanted a simple easy to operate point and shoot kind of camera when I have less time to plan exposure and play around with proper focusing. I debated between the Panasonic model that was in the same price range as this one but had 60p recording capabilities. I went back and forth several times and ended up deciding to purchase this one. The reason for the decision was the features this camera had which included a headphone jack, 24pf and 30pf recording modes, MP4 in addition to AVCHD recording, and better low light performance then the Panasonic. I am sure the Panasonic is a great camera as well but if you do not want to record in 60p there are not a lot of other options to shoot with and it does interlaced video at a lower bit rate then this camera.
I have not been disappointed with this camera or my decision. The resolution and video quality that comes off of the camera in 24mbps AVCHD recording mode is awesome. It is better then broadcast quality but that is because of the down conversion of the source material on TV programs versus this camera being better then a professional camcorder. The quality of video however is very close to what you will get with Canon's higher end HG-G10 and XA10. The sensor on this camera is actually identical to Canon's professional models. The difference will be that the higher end models have better lenses, XLR Mic outputs, built-in ND filters, and features like 4-2-2 color sampling, focus rings, and multiple C-MOS sensors. At this price point you cannot get everything but you can come awfully close for a lot less money.
This camera is not a professional camcorder but it does have the capability to shoot some high quality material straight out of the box. This includes decent audio along with a very good image. It is meant to be a point and shoot type of camera but has a lot of manual options as well. The manual options are accessed through the touch screen which means they are not as easy to work with as say a XF100 with more buttons. It is nice that Canon gives a lot of manual options since I know a lot of people will buy this camera and never take it out of Auto mode. You can stretch your creativity a bit if you wish or keep things simple point and shoot in auto mode. The good news is the camera takes great images in whatever mode you are in.
MP4 recording is a nice feature as well if you are the type that uploads a lot of your videos to share on the net. The bit rate is quite a bit lower then AVCHD but it is recorded in true progressive 720P at either 24 or 30 frames per second and still looks very good. I like having that recording option available even if I shoot most of the time in AVCHD at the highest bit rate. The advantage to MP4 direct is reduction in uploading times to sites like YouTube that will convert your files to MP4 format anyway.
The last thing to mention may be the most important and that is this camera's low light performance. Canon designed the sensor to use the minimal amount of pixel's needed for full HD. This means that the pixels that are used are larger which allows more light to pass through. It also means this camera outperforms all camcorders in this price range and above for low light performance. It was the biggest thing that pushed me toward this camera above all others. If you are looking for a great camcorder with near pro performance without the pro price this is one of the best out there.
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Hope this review is helps, Enjoy!3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Canon
- Part number: 6096B001
- Description: Small and light with a sleek design, the VIXIA HF M500 camcorder's image quality is unsurpassed, thanks to the professional-level Canon HD CMOS pro image sensor. The high-sensitivity sensor provides outstanding resolution, better low-light performance, and beautiful, natural detail in both shadow and highlight areas. Intelligent IS and SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization designed for the Genuine Canon 10x HD video lens make every scene clear and steady, and built-in features make it easy to give your videos added creativity. Operation is fun and simple with a flat touch panel LCD you'll control with your fingertips. This camcorder has the flexibility you crave: enjoy the convenience of recording video in either AVCHD or MP4 format or to a removable SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Product Type Camcorder - 1080p
- Camcorder Sensor Resolution 2.37 megapixels
- Effective Video Resolution 2.07 megapixels
- Digital Zoom 200 x
- Effective Photo Resolution 2.07 megapixels
- Camcorder Media Type Flash card
- Optical Sensor Size 1/3"
- Optical Sensor Type HD CMOS Pro
- Min Illumination 0.1 lux
- Analog video format NTSC
- Digital Video Format MPEG-4,
AVCHD - Special Effects Old Movie,
Sepia,
Nostalgic,
Cool,
Dramatic B&W,
Dream,
Memory,
Cinema,
Vivid - Image Stabilizer Optical (Dynamic SuperRange)
- Digital Scene Transition Wipe fader,
Black fader - Image Processor DIGIC DV III
- Min Shutter Speed 1/2 sec
- Max Shutter Speed 1/2000 sec
- Shooting modes Digital photo mode
- Shooting Programs Snow,
Beach,
Underwater,
Sports mode,
Night mode,
Sunset,
Surface,
Low light,
Spotlight,
Fireworks,
Portrait mode - White Balance Automatic,
Presets,
Custom - White Balance Presets Cloudy,
Daylight,
Fluorescent light (warm white),
Fluorescent light (cool white),
Tungsten light,
Shade - Exposure Modes Program,
Automatic,
Shutter-priority,
Manual,
Aperture-priority - Image Recording Format JPEG
- Widescreen Video Capture Yes
- AV Interfaces HDMI,
Composite video/audio Lens System
- Type 10 x x Zoom lens - 6.1 mm - 61 mm - F/1.8-3.0
- Lens aperture F/1.8-3.0
- Features Built-in lens shield
- Optical zoom 10 x
- Lens system type Zoom lens
- Min focal length 6.1 mm
- Max focal length 61 mm
- Auto Focus TTL contrast detection
- Filter Size 43 mm
- Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera 43.6 - 436 mm
- Focus Adjustment Manual,
Automatic - Min Focus Range 0.4 in
- Zoom Adjustment Motorized drive
Additional Features
- Self Timer Delay 2 sec,
10 sec - Low Lux / Night Mode Yes
- Additional Features Story Creator,
Touch Decoration,
5.1 channel surround sound ready,
Audio Scene Select function,
Touch & Track technology,
Intelligent Image Stabilisation (IS),
24p Cinema Mode,
Accessories hot shoe ,
Face detection,
RGB primary color filter,
Built-in speaker,
Smart AUTO,
Eye-Fi Card Ready ,
Progressive scanning,
Dolby Digital AC-3 (2 channel) recording,
Touch-screen control,
Video Snapshot mode,
x.v.Color technology,
Takes photos while movie recording,
Auto Backlight Compensation,
USB 2.0 compatibility - Software Drivers & Utilities,
Canon ImageBrowser EX,
Pixela Transfer Utility,
PIXELA Image Mixer - Included Accessories HDMI cable,
USB cable,
Power adapter,
Pen stylus Viewfinder
- Viewfinder Type None
Display
- Type 3 in LCD display
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x Component video output,
1 x Composite video/audio output,
1 x HDMI output,
1 x Hi-Speed USB,
1 x Microphone,
1 x Headphones Microphone
- Microphone Features Sensitivity control,
Zoom Memory / Storage
- Media type Flash card
- Supported Memory Cards SD Memory Card
- Image Storage JPEG 1920 x 1080
- Video Capture AVCHD - 1920 x 1080 - 24Mbps - Require SDHC Class 4 or higher,
AVCHD - 1920 x 1080 - 17Mbps - Require SDHC Class 4 or higher,
AVCHD - 1440 x 1080 - 12Mbps,
AVCHD - 1440 x 1080 - 7Mbps,
AVCHD - 1440 x 1080 - 5Mbps,
MPEG-4 - 1280 x 720 - 9Mbps,
MPEG-4 - 1280 x 720 - 4Mbps - Video Recording Modes LP,
SP,
XP+,
FXP,
MXP
System Requirements for PC Connection
- Peripheral Devices USB port,
CD-ROM drive Battery
- Supported Battery Canon BP-718
- Supported Battery 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )
Audio Input
- Audio input type Microphone
- Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature 23 °F
- Max Operating Temperature 113 °F
Viewfinder / Display
- Display Features Rotating
Physical Characteristics
- Width 2.7 in
- Depth 4.8 in
- Height 2.5 in
- Weight 10.9 oz
Accessories
- Sony LCS VCC - soft case for camcorder (33351258)149.00 - 249.99
- Hoodman EX KIT PRO LCD screen hood loupe (34409067)150.39 - 159.95
- Sony DCRA-C171 Handycam Station camcorder docking station (34881248)174.08
- Sony SPK HCG - marine case for camcorder (34580847)208.98
- Canon CA 950 - Power adapter + battery charger (33615515)164.99
- Canon MA 300 - camcorder microphone adapter (30121346)174.49 - 174.95
- KATA D-Light Capsule-183 DL - protective case for camcorder (35033782)149.89
- Panasonic AG-YUC150 - hard case for camcorder (33617594)202.50
- Porta-Brace Cargo Case CAR-3 - case for camcorder (32042445)207.45
- Porta-Brace Rain Slicker RS-HVX200 rain cover (33614228)198.77
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:Canon
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One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042 - Phone: 516-328-5000
- Email: mediacontact@cusa.canon.com
