The Canon HG20 has the capacity to record videos up to 22 hours of high definition to its 60 GB hard disk drive. It provides extended high definition videos to be recorded. It is also equipped with a 12x HD Video lens. The aspherical lens is utilized to obtain low aberration and high resolution. The lens also features super spectra coating technology that lowers flare and ghosting. The gradation ND system is used for better exposure in bright shooting situations. The lens creates a true HD image quality.
Canon HG20 uses an RGB Primary Color that separates light into red, green, and blue color components that results in vibrant images with natural-looking tones similar to what you can get from the 3CCD camcorders. It also boasts the Canon’s HD CMOS Sensor that reproduces high resolution images as true HD CMOS. It also acquires image information at 1920 x 1080 pixels and feature on-chip noise reduction technology. This low noise technology feature means that even in dimly-lit scenes, the signals from each pixel are pure as possible with reduced noise or other aberrations.
The DIGIC DV II Image Processor helps in producing video with improved color reproduction especially in skin tones, and dark and light scenes. It also uses a hybrid noise reduction system that uses two types of noise for images that are crystal clear. It also features the Instant Auto Focus (AF) that dramatically reduces the time it takes to achieve proper focus and increases accuracy especially in low-light and high-brightness situations.
The Canon’s SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) corrects camera shake immediately for steady shots. It covers a wide range of movements while preserving the image quality. HG20 also offers 24 Mbps recording which has the highest bit rate in AVCHD for High Definition video that captures extraordinary lifelike tonal quality and exceptionally fine detail. In addition, the 24p cinema Mode enables all the hopeful movie makers achieve a professional film look. There is also the 30p Progressive Mode that is the perfect frame rate for the web since it delivers clearness for fast-action subjects.
It also contains the Advanced Accessory Shoe that allows the use of additional accessories such as Canon’s video light and directional microphone. HG20 has a fully functional digital camera that is capable of capturing excellent 3.1 megapixel photos. It has High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) Terminal that transports high definition video signal with audio in one cable to your HD Television.
The Canon HG20 has a 2.7-inch Multi-Angle Vivid Widescreen LCD that offers two key advantages for easy, flexible operation. This includes a wide viewing angle, that allows you to view from any direction; and a wide color range that provides clear and accurate color. It also features a microphone terminal for attaching an external microphone. The audio level can be manually adjusted for greater flexibility.
You can easily power the camcorder with a touch of the button through its one touch power button. There is also the built-in auto lens cover that automatically opens when the camcorder is turned on and it closes when turned off. HG20 also features the Quick Start that reduces the power consumption of the battery and allows the user to return to recording mode in less than a second. You can also select from the scene modes which include Portrait, Sports, Night, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Spotlight, and Fireworks.
