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Canon GL2 Camcorders

Canon GL2 Mini DV Camcorder

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With the GL2, Canon has produced the most accessible prosumer camcorder on the market. A fluorite lens capable of 20X optical zoom gives... Read More
With the GL2, Canon has produced the most accessible prosumer camcorder on the market. A fluorite lens capable of 20X optical zoom gives you broadcast quality imagery. Every option a videographer would expect in a camcorder is built into the GL2 including manual white balance and aperture adjustment, manual focus, and an entire spread of professional inputs and outputs. With a variety of accessories available for the GL2 such as shotgun microphones and camera lights you’ll be hard pressed to find a video shoot the GL2 can’t tackle. Minimize
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Manufacturer: Canon
Product MPN
MPN GL2
Key Features
Camcorder Type   What is "Camcorder Type"? Digital
Recording Format   What is "Recording Format"? Mini DV
Recording System   What is "Recording System"? NTSC
Sensor Quantity   What is "Sensor Quantity"? 3
Memory Still Resolution 1.68 Megapixels
Optical Zoom   What is "Optical Zoom"? 20x
Weight 2.47 lb.
CCD
Sensor Quantity   What is "Sensor Quantity"? 3
Sensor Size 1/4"
Number of Pixels   What is "Number of Pixels"? 410K pixels
LCD / Viewfinder
Display Type   What is "Display Type"? With LCD Screen
LCD Panel Size   What is "LCD Panel Size"? 2.5 in.
Color Viewfinder   What is "Color Viewfinder"? With Color Viewfinder
Lens
Optical Zoom   What is "Optical Zoom"? 20x
Digital Zoom   What is "Digital Zoom"? 100x
Lens Focal Length 4.2 - 84 mm
Filter Diameter 58 mm
Video Modes
Recording Speed   What is "Recording Speed"? SP • LP
Image Stabilizer   What is "Image Stabilizer"? With Image Stabilizer
Recommended Illumination   What is "Recommended Illumination"? 100 Lux
Low Lux   What is "Low Lux"? 6 Lux
Audio
Audio Format   What is "Audio Format"? 12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo Audio
Memory Photography
Memory Card Type   What is "Memory Card Type"? SD Card • Multimedia Card (MMC)
Digital Still Shot Mode   What is "Digital Still Shot Mode"? With Still Shot Capability
Memory Still Resolution 1.68 Megapixels
Max Still Image Size   What is "Max Still Image Size"? 1488 x 1128
MPEG Movie Mode   What is "MPEG Movie Mode"? Without MPEG Movie Mode
Interfaces
Output Interfaces S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / i.Link • USB • Headphones Jack
Input Interfaces S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / iLink • USB
Microphone Type External/Optional • Installed
Power Supply
Battery Type   What is "Battery Type"? Proprietary Lithium
Dimensions
Width 4.63 in.
Depth 12 in.
Height 5.38 in.
Weight 2.47 lb.
Warranty
Warranty 1 Year
Miscellaneous
Family Line Canon GL
Included Accessories 2 x AAA Batteries • Software • USB Cable • A/V Cable • Shoulder Strap • 8 MB Memory Card • Lithium Propriety Battery • AC Power Adapter • Remote Control
UPC 013803014884
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By: papalazarou
Dec 20, 2002

Best semi-pro camcorder? Closest there is.

Author's Rating:

Pros: Full manual spec. Well laid out. That lens!.

Cons: Bulk. Plastic bodied. No stop frame function. AF switch resets.

Bottom Line:
Sony's new VX camera will have to be something special to beat the GL1/XM2. Image quality second to none at this price. Read More


By: Thedude
May 16, 2004

Excellent for aspiring film makers!

Author's Rating:

Pros: Awesome image quality 2.5 inch color LCD great audio controls

Cons: 8mb memory card a little too small Not for the average user

Bottom Line:
If you are serious about film, check this camera out. It has many great features. Read More


By: alphaproject
Jul 6, 2003

Excellent camera hands down.

Author's Rating:

Pros: Lens 20x zoom. Video/sound quality. Features.

Cons: Harder to balance than older full size shoulder cams. Need Glidecam.

Bottom Line:
Buy this if you want a quality camera. Don't cheap out and get 1-chip cameras.You might want to wait for the Sony HD-CAMS though at this point. Read More


By: s11210
Feb 18, 2004

Great Camera

Author's Rating:

Pros: White balance, stereo mic settings, price

Cons: Can't shoot blacklight pictures

Bottom Line:
Great camera for a good price. Read More


By: yodosays
Jul 31, 2003

Great Camcorder with everything you could want

Author's Rating:

Pros: Excellent features. Everything you can want in a camera

Cons: So many features it is difficult to use all. Expensive

Bottom Line:
A Great camcorder if you have the money. Still, newer things may be out there and you may want to research those before you make this purchase. Read More


By: arsbill
Sep 4, 2003

I love the camera!

Author's Rating:

Pros: Easy to use, wonderful picture, light, reliable, fun.

Cons: Microphone is omni-directional and picks up a lot of sound from the rear.

Bottom Line:
I recommend it to anyone. It is a great value! Read More


By: revertmedia
Feb 3, 2003

The Best in It's Class, Hands Down!

Author's Rating:

Pros: Incredible Lens, Frame Mode (30fps), Image Quality, Incredible Microphone, Level Meters

Cons: No Focus Stops,

Bottom Line:
The GL-2 is a reliable and consistent performer that delicately balances it's impressive features with a rugged and tough design. Read More


By: skapa
Oct 12, 2002

Canon does it again, and again!

Author's Rating:

Pros: Price is coming down, Canon quality

Cons: Price is still expensive for most home users!

Bottom Line:
The Bottom Line: if you want quality unsurpassed by any other camcorder, then you need this camera. Its better than anything that Sony has come out with! Read More


By: geffxl5
Jul 2, 2004

dv filmmaking: WAY biggest bang for the buck

Author's Rating:

Pros: Numerous manual adjusts, upgraded 3-CCD technology, custom presets, Viewfinder volume meters, top ejject

Cons: (wish list) direct XLR inputs, gamma adjust, stock zoom speed LANC control.


By: gw3194
Mar 27, 2004

Why not save your video memories to the Best?

Author's Rating:

Pros: Quality video and sound; Options; Fairly easy to use; Battery life; 1.7 megapixel still

Cons: Takes an above average intelligence to operate; Heavier and bulky compared to the mini-cams.


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