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Manufacturer: Canon Part number: 4060B001
- More product information:
- Editors' review
- User reviews
- Specifications
- Product series
- Accessories
- Manufacturer info
- Bottom Line:
- Though they're an excellent trio of camcorders, the Vixia HF S21, HF S20, and HF S200 are significantly more expensive than their respective competitors, especially since the S20 and S200 lack electronic viewfinders. If you can forgo some of the subtleties of the manual controls, you can probably get what you need with a cheaper camcorder.
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CNET editors' review
Canon Vixia HF S21 price range: $1,499.99
- Reviewed by: Lori Grunin
- Reviewed on: 06/06/2010
- Released on: 04/05/2010
The good: Excellent set of manual features; dual SDHC slots; generally well-designed interface.
The bad: Poorly designed touch-screen menu system; short battery life; defaults to low-quality video mode; doesn't support SDXC; relatively expensive.
The bottom line: Though they're an excellent trio of camcorders, the Vixia HF S21, HF S20, and HF S200 are significantly more expensive than their respective competitors, especially since the S20 and S200 lack electronic viewfinders. If you can forgo some of the subtleties of the manual controls, you can probably get what you need with a cheaper camcorder.
User reviews
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Amazing Camcorder
by Marzion on September 12, 2010
Pros: Video quality is incredible. Plenty of features. Excellent IS and very easy to use right out of the box.
Cons: Expensive, Touch screen is not designed very well.
Summary: After reading many very positive reviews I purchased this camcorder to shoot HD video for my band. I am 100% pleased with my choice. This camcorder is awesome. I was ...
Summary: After reading many very positive reviews I purchased this camcorder to shoot HD video for my band. I am 100% pleased with my choice. This camcorder is awesome. I was amazed at how easy it was to use. I am not a fan of anything touch screen and this was no exception. The touch screen slide bar is very hard to deal with. Otherwise this camcorder is just incredible. Tons of settings and modes. The Cinema mode is incredible. With 64gigs of internal ram and a view finder I think the hs 21 is a better value than its other 2 siblings.
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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The leading edge for consumer camcorders
by peter9291 on April 25, 2010
Pros: Great user interface actually makes it possible to use all of the features. Other pros: image stabilization, flexibility, picture quality, connectivity.
Cons: Microphone is nothing special - the usual for small camcorders. Horrible if there is any wind.
Summary: The best-designed user interface that I have seen -- the touch screen really works. It stands up to the job of making it possible to actually use the the huge ...
Summary: The best-designed user interface that I have seen -- the touch screen really works. It stands up to the job of making it possible to actually use the the huge number of features this camera has. Amazing image stabilization - I Ishot some footage from a moving truck and you could see the flaws in the windshield bouncing up and down while the exterior scene was absolutely stable.. Very smart battery life indicator -- you'll have only yourself to blame if you get caught out. 64gb internal storage and a standard USB interface - no more messing about with "capture" software. And of course, the usual Canon picture quality - the best.. Also serves as a good quality still camera at 8mp. It does have an accessory shoe and connection for optional mikes, which I have not tried. You will be lucky if you can get hold of one of these cameras - the supply seems to be patchy.
2 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Good camera; poor software.............
by markbaran on February 25, 2011
Pros: Camera produces good quality images.
Cons: The Pixela software suck swamp gas.
Summary: If you buy the camera, you should figure on an additional investment of at least $100.00 to edit the files. :~(
Summary: If you buy the camera, you should figure on an additional investment of at least $100.00 to edit the files. :~(
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Canon
- Part number: 4060B001
- Description: Canon's flagship VIXIA HF S21 dual flash memory camcorder, with an internal flash drive and two SD memory card slots, offers Canon's most sophisticated feature set to date - blurring the line between consumer and professional. Canon's superlative proprietary imaging technologies help deliver video and 8.0-megapixel photos with incredible detail and lifelike color. Touch and track allows you to achieve sharp focus and precise exposure for any subject, simply by touching the generous 3.5" high resolution (922,000 dot) touch panel LCD. Native 24p mode perfectly matches the frame rate of film. And 5.1-channel surround sound ensures your audio complements the stunning realism of your video.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Product Type Camcorder - 1080p
- Camcorder Sensor Resolution 8.59 megapixels
- Effective Video Resolution 6.01 megapixels
- Digital Zoom 200 x
- Effective Photo Resolution 8.02 megapixels
- Total Pixels 8.59 megapixels
- Camcorder Media Type Flash card
- Optical Sensor Size 1/2.6"
- Optical Sensor Type CMOS
- Min Illumination 0.3 lux
- Analog video format NTSC
- Digital Video Format AVCHD
- Special Effects Skin Detail,
Vivid,
Low Sharpening,
Soft,
Neutral,
Custom Effect - Image Stabilizer Optical (Dynamic SuperRange)
- Digital Scene Transition Black & white fader,
Wipe fader,
Sepia fader - Min Shutter Speed 1/2 sec
- Image Processor DIGIC DV III
- Max Shutter Speed 1/2000 sec
- Shooting modes Digital photo mode
- Shooting Programs Snow,
Beach,
Sports mode,
Sunset,
Spotlight,
Night mode,
Low light,
Fireworks,
Portrait mode - White Balance Automatic,
Presets,
Custom - White Balance Presets Daylight,
Tungsten light,
Shade,
Cloudy,
Fluorescent light (daylight),
Fluorescent light (cool white) - Exposure Modes Program,
Automatic,
Shutter-priority,
Aperture-priority - Exposure Metering Evaluative,
Center-weighted,
Spot - Camera Flash Built-in flash
- Image Recording Format JPEG
- Flash Modes Auto mode
- Widescreen Video Capture Yes
- Features SMPTE Color Bars,
Zebra pattern - AV Interfaces HDMI,
Composite video/audio Exposure & White Balance
- Auto Exposure Bracketing 3 steps in 1/2 EV step
Lens System
- Type 10 x x Zoom lens - 6.4 mm - 64 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 6.4 mm
- Max focal length 64 mm
- Auto Focus TTL contrast detection
- Filter Size 58 mm
- Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera 43.5 - 435 mm
- Focus Adjustment Manual,
Automatic - Min Focus Range 0.4 in
- Zoom Adjustment Motorized drive
Additional Features
- Self Timer Delay 2 sec,
10 sec - Built-in Light Yes
- Low Lux / Night Mode Yes
- Additional Features Display brightness control,
24p Cinema Mode,
Scene Detection Technology,
Brightness control,
Progressive scanning,
Backlight compensation,
Saturation control,
Video Snapshot mode,
Relay Recording,
5.1 channel surround sound ready,
Touch & Track technology,
HD-to-SD downconversion,
Accessories hot shoe ,
Face detection,
RGB primary color filter,
Digital tele-converter,
Built-in speaker,
YouTube capture mode,
Dolby Digital AC-3 (2 channel) recording,
Touch-screen control,
Histogram display,
PictBridge support,
Takes photos while movie recording,
Sharpness control,
Contrast control,
USB 2.0 compatibility,
Direct print,
Face-priority AF function - Remote control Remote control - Infrared
- Software Pixela ImageMixer 3SE,
Drivers & Utilities - Included Accessories Component video cable,
USB cable,
Power adapter,
IR remote control,
Audio / video cable Viewfinder
- Viewfinder Type Electronic
- Viewfinder Diagonal Size 0.27 in
- Viewfinder Resolution 123,000 pixels
Display
- Type 3.5 in LCD display
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x Component video output,
1 x Composite video/audio output,
1 x HDMI,
1 x USB,
1 x Headphones,
1 x Microphone,
1 x Control-L (LANC) Memory / Storage
- Media type Flash card
- Memory Card Slot SD card
- Supported Memory Cards SD Memory Card
- Internal Storage 64 GB Flash
- Included Memory Card 64 GB
- Image Storage JPEG 3264 x 2456,
JPEG 3264 x 1840,
JPEG 1920 x 1440,
JPEG 1920 x 1080,
JPEG 640 x 480
System Requirements for PC Connection
- Peripheral Devices USB port,
CD-ROM drive Battery
- Supported Battery Canon BP-808
- Supported Battery 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )
Audio Input
- Audio input type Microphone
- Microphone type Built-in
- Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
- Microphone technology Electret condenser
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature 32 °F
- Max Operating Temperature 104 °F
Power
- Battery type - Lithium ion
Viewfinder / Display
- Display Features Rotating
- Resolution 922,000 pixels
- Viewfinder Color Support Color
Physical Characteristics
- Width 3 in
- Depth 5.8 in
- Height 2.9 in
- Weight 16.6 oz
Product series
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Manufacturer: Canon
Specs: CMOS,
Built-in flash,
16.6 oz,
5.8 in,
2.9 in,
10 x x Zoom lens - 6.4 mm - 64 mm - F/1.8-3.0,
Canon VIXIA HF S21 - Camcorder - Consumer - Flash card,
3 in
Accessories
- Canon WP V3 - marine case for camcorder (34930183)449.95 - 499.99
- Porta-Brace Hiker Backpack Camera Case HK-1 - case for camcorder (31058034)441.81 - 459.17
- Porta-Brace Quick-Draw Camera Case CC-210-PW - case for camcorder (31039932)399.00
- Porta-Brace Shoulder Case SC-D500 - case for camcorder (31026190)372.37 - 429.00
- Canon WP V2 - marine case for camcorder (33984051)367.76 - 499.00
- CANON XL1S VIDEO CAMCORDER CASE (7032423)399.99
- Canon WP V4 - marine case for camcorder (35138638)499.00
- Panasonic SHAN-TM700 - tripod adapter (31027498)249.95 - 399.95
- Porta-Brace Polar Bear Insulated Case POL-3 - case for camcorder (31030134)381.05 - 406.01
- Porta-Brace Polar Bear Insulated Case POL-5 - case for camcorder (31031922)389.40 - 398.41
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:Canon
- Address:
One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042 - Phone: 516-328-5000
- Email: mediacontact@cusa.canon.com
