The Canon ZR-830 Mini DV Camcorder comes with a variety of features, including 35x optical zoom, 16:9 widescreen capability and an electronic image stabilization system. In addition, this camcorder comes equipped with FireWire, so you can quickly download your videos to your favorite video editing software.
The ZR-830 comes with a built-in lens cover, so you never have to search for your missing lens to protect your lens. A remote control is also included to help you control your camcorder from across the room.
Key Features
16:9 widescreen capability
Shoot wide screen or panoramic footage. This camera supports 16:9 widescreen format. Shoot breathtaking vistas and full family photos, all at the touch of a button.
35x Optical / 1000x Digital Zoom
If you need to get up close from a far distance, this camcorder comes with a 1000x digital zoom. Record the finest details from even the farthest locations.
Digital Image Stabilizer
Canon's advanced electronic image stabilizer smooths out rough shots by reducing shake and jitter. It even works during panning and zooming.
Still Images
Take still pictures and store them on a SD/SDHC memory card for easy uploading and sharing.
Motion JPEG
Record video clips directly to your memory card, for email and online file sharing.
Simultaneous Photo Recording
Simultaneous Photo Recording lets you take a photograph while recording video.
Smooth Zoom
Avoid the "zoom jump" found in many home videos with Canon's Smooth Zoom Control. This feature provides you with a smooth gradual zoom, so all your videos look as professional as possible.
2.7-Inch LCD screen
Shoot your footage with ease. The 2.7-Inch LCD on this camcorder ensures that you won't miss a single detail.
FireWire ready
Do you want to transfer your video footage to the video editing software on your home computer? This camcorder comes with a FireWire connector, so you can quickly download your videos to any FireWire-capable computer.
INCLUDED:
Canon ZR830 Mini DV Camcorder
Battery Pack (BP-2L5)
Compact Power Adapter (CA-590)
Wireless Controller (WL-D85)
Stereo Video Cable (STV-250N)
USB Cable (IFC-300)
Digital Video Solution Disk for Windows & Macintosh
1-Year Limited Warranty
Camera
CCD 1 1/6 in. CCD, approximately 680,000 pixels
approx. 340,000 pixels in 4:3 mode
approx. 450,000 pixels in 16:9 mode (image stabilization off)
approx. 360,000 pixels in 16:9 mode (image stabilization on)
Card: approx. 450,000 pixels
Lens f/2.6-91mm, F/2.0-5.0
Zoom 35x optical zoom, 1000x digital zoom
Image Stabilization Electronic image stabilization
Filter Size Not Specified By Manufacturer
Lux Minimum illumination: 2 lux (using night mode)
Recommended illumination: more than 100 lux
Recording
System NTSC
Format Mini DV
Audio Not Specified By Manufacturer
Time Code Yes
Date & Time Yes
A/V Dubbing Not Specified By Manufacturer
Display
Viewfinder 0.35" TFT color, approximately 114,000 pixels
LCD Monitor 2.7" TFT color monitor, approximately 112,000 pixels
Conveniences
Manual Controls Exposure, focus, infinity focus, shutter speed, white balance
Built-in Light Yes
Built-in Mic Stereo Electrolet Condenser Microphone
Built-in Speaker Yes
Accessory Shoe No
Titler No
Digital Effects Art, black and white, sepia, mosaic, ball, cube, wave, color mask, mirror
Fader Fade trigger, wipe, corner wipe, jump, flip, puzzle, zigzag, beam, tide, card mix
Tape Loading Side Tape Loading
Digital Still Mode
Resolution 1024 x 768
Card Slot SD/SDHC Memory Card Slot
Built-in Flash No
Input/Output Connectors
Line In Recording Yes
Inputs Not Specified By Manufacturer
Outputs FireWire (4 pin) IEEE 1394: - x1
AV (minijack): - x1
USB 2.0: - x1
Edit Protocol No
Microphone Input No
Headphone Jack No
General
Power Requirements Not Specified By Manufacturer
Power Consumption Not Specified By Manufacturer
Dimensions (WxHxD) 2.2 x 3.6 x 4.7" (57 x 92 x 119mm)
Weight 13.4 oz. (380g) (Body Only)
