Canon ZR930 1.07MP MiniDV Camcorder with 48x Optical Zoom | 
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| Brand: Canon
Category: Photography
List Price: $269.99
Buy New: $269.98
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New (20) Used (1) from $222.22
Rating:  18 reviews
Sales Rank: 945
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Optical Zoom: 48
Display Size: 2.7
Maximum Focal Length: 96.2
Minimum Focal Length: 2.6
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4
Dimensions (in): 3.2 x 5 x 2.7
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: ZR930
Model: ZR930
UPC: 013803090086
EAN: 0013803090086
ASIN: B00114163O
Release Date: February 1, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Capture video to MiniDV tapes | | • | 48x Advanced Zoom; image stabilizer | | • | 1-megapixel CCD sensor; widescreen HR recording | | • | 2.7-inch widescreen LCD | | • | Multi-angle wireless remote included |
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Product Description
Around the world, the name Canon means optical excellence, advanced image processing and superb performance. And Canon digital video camcorders are no exception.Canon's entry-level digital camcorders are designed to deliver the latest in style, features and advanced technology at a most affordable price. Starting with Canon's exclusive Genuine Canon 48x Advanced Zoom, which combines the legendary Canon lens optics with the market-leading DIGIC DV image processor to deliver a fuller range of image quality and more flexibility when you're shooting. The ZR930 is specifically designed to make it easier to capture great video, including a 1.07 Megapixel CCD image sensor, 2.7" Widescreen LCD with a Soft LCD video light, Multi-Angle Remote, Quick Start, Joystick control, Level and Grid Markers and more.The microphone terminal on the ZR930 makes it especially useful for educators and trainers to carefully capture the audio they need to make most effective use of the video they shoot. It's also handy when you want to more easily record a live narration for your footage.All this comes together to deliver brilliant video that you can easily share with family and friends. Easy to use, great looking and terrific value- it's the perfect choice for capturing all of life's precious memories.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 13 more reviews...
 Great Little Camcorder!!! May 1, 2008
15 out of 15 found this review helpful
I got this camcorder for my birthday last month, and I have to say that it is great. It takes awesome video, and has multiple setting for every situation. I took this camcorder skiing and the snow setting keeps the snow from being blow out, which really pleased me. The other settings also work great, including the automatic setting which is great to just film something quickly.
The internal microphone works well, but if you want you can also use an external microphone. This camcorder has a microphone jack which is becoming an increasingly rare feature on budget camcorders. While it doesn't have an accessory shoe which would be nice you can use a cheap flash bracket to mount a mic.
As an all around camcorder this one is great. I am using it as a secondary camcorder with my Sony VX2000, and the video is comparable. It is hard to tell between cuts which video came from which camera.
Overall, I would recommend this camcorder if your looking for a good all around camcorder that takes great video!
Pro's:
Light
Cheap
Great Video
External Microphone Jack
Multiple Settings
Works Great with my Mac
Con's
Slight Motor Noise but only in very quiet situations.
And I can't think of anything else.
Cheap Minidv April 29, 2008
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
Great camera. I shopped around for months and went with the new model over the 800 series. I have had no problems at all connecting it to my computer with firewire using Nero capture software (express?) and a cheap no name firewire card with XP. I haven't noticed any motor noise, and it takes crisp high quality video. I got this one becuase of the mic jack, and I plan on buying a bracket to mount a mic and a light. They have brackets that mount to the bottom, you do not need an upper shoe.
The only problem I have noticed is with the 48x zoom you need a really steady hand (or a tripod) or else it will get jumpy.
Good value for the $$ May 30, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Seems like a good value for the money. Has most of the features you need to take video of the family and on vacation. For serious video you need an HD, but for 95% of the videos most people take this camcorder is fine. I rated it four stars for the value for the dollar, of course high end camcorders will give superior results for those that require it.
Seemed great until I tried to upload to computer June 22, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
At first I reviewed this camcorder with 5 stars; however, once I tried to upload to the computer I realized that the firewire port does not work and I have to mail the camcorder back to the manufacturer. This is extremely annoying. It is a good camcorder to use in that it is extremely easy, the viewfinder is very clear and controls instinctive. I have a little trouble with the zoom (getting it to move smoothly), but I think that's because I'm a lefty and you need to use your right hand for it. Other than that, this is my 4th camcorder (over the course of 20 years) and if it uploaded properly I would be completely satisfied. It was easy to buy accessories at a low price, and the battery seems to last a long time. There are fancier camcorders but odds are you can't do better for the price IF the firewire works.
Love it !!!! August 31, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I was looking for an inexpensive mini dv camcorder. I looked and researched a long time before buying the Canon ZR930. I was looking for simple, light weight and a good price. I bought this camcorder a month ago and love it. It is so simple to use and I have had no problems with it or using it. It is very light weight. I really like the built in lens cap. It also has a great built in mic. I use this camcorder a few times a week. I would recommend this camcorder to anyone. I am a novice with a camcorder. This one makes me feel confident about taping events and such. Great price. Great camcorder.
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