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Compare Canon Optura 400 Mini DV Camcorder to Canon DC230 DVD Camcorder

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Canon Optura 400 Image

Canon DC230 Image
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From $297  |  2 stores
  Smart Buy   
The lowest price from a trusted store. What is "<span>Smart Buy</span>"?
Product Description   
 
Along with the 2.2 Megapixel CCDs, Canon is strongly pushing the still features of the new camcorders. Particularly emphasized are Canon's set of photo features which they label DV Photo... More
Along with the 2.2 Megapixel CCDs, Canon is strongly pushing the still features of the new camcorders. Particularly emphasized are Canon's set of photo features which they label DV Photo Plus. This package integrates Canon's optics, large pixel count CCD, DIGIC DV Processor, and Print and Share feature. Both camcorders come with a built-in flash, a continuous shooting mode, selectable focus points, auto exposure bracketing, and a photo review feature. Less
With the affordable and easy-to-operate DC230, you get all the performance of DVD technology, along with the brilliance and power of a 35x Optical Zoom and a 1.07 Megapixel CCD. You also get... More
With the affordable and easy-to-operate DC230, you get all the performance of DVD technology, along with the brilliance and power of a 35x Optical Zoom and a 1.07 Megapixel CCD. You also get an impressive array of features found on more expensive models, including a miniSD card capability for easy image storage. With the DC230, you'll enjoy capturing the precious moments of your life and sharing them with everyone. Less
Product MPN   
MPN OPTURA400 2065B024AA
Key Features   
Camcorder Type   What is "Camcorder Type"? Digital Unknown
Recording Format   What is "Recording Format"? Mini DV DVD
Recording System   What is "Recording System"? NTSC Unknown
Sensor Quantity   What is "Sensor Quantity"? 1 1
Memory Still Resolution 2 Megapixels 0.31 Megapixels
Optical Zoom   What is "Optical Zoom"? 10x 35x
Weight 1 lb. 0.89 lb.
CCD   
Sensor Quantity   What is "Sensor Quantity"? 1 1
Sensor Size 1/3.4" 1/6"
Number of Pixels   What is "Number of Pixels"? 2200K pixels 1070K pixels
LCD / Viewfinder   
Display Type   What is "Display Type"? With LCD Screen With LCD Screen
LCD Panel Size   What is "LCD Panel Size"? 2.5 in. 2.7 in.
Color Viewfinder   What is "Color Viewfinder"? With Color Viewfinder With Color Viewfinder
Lens   
Optical Zoom   What is "Optical Zoom"? 10x 35x
Digital Zoom   What is "Digital Zoom"? 200x 1,000x
Lens Focal Length 4.7 - 47 mm 2.6 - 91 mm
Filter Diameter 30.5 mm Unknown
Video Modes   
Recording Speed   What is "Recording Speed"? SP • LP SP • XP • LP • ELP
Image Stabilizer   What is "Image Stabilizer"? With Image Stabilizer Digital Image Stabilizer
Recommended Illumination   What is "Recommended Illumination"? 100 Lux 100 Lux
Low Lux   What is "Low Lux"? 1.1 Lux Unknown
Audio   
Audio Format   What is "Audio Format"? 12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo Audio AC-3 (2 Channels)
Memory Photography   
Memory Card Type   What is "Memory Card Type"? SD Card • Multimedia Card (MMC) MiniSD
Digital Still Shot Mode   What is "Digital Still Shot Mode"? With Still Shot Capability With Still Shot Capability
Memory Still Resolution 2 Megapixels 0.31 Megapixels
Max Still Image Size   What is "Max Still Image Size"? 1632 x 1224 640 x 480
MPEG Movie Mode Resolution   What is "MPEG Movie Mode Resolution"? 320 x 240 (QVGA) Unknown
MPEG Movie Mode   What is "MPEG Movie Mode"? With MPEG Movie Mode Unknown
Interfaces   
Output Interfaces S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / i.Link • USB Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • USB 2.0
Input Interfaces Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / iLink Unknown
Microphone Type Internal Unknown
Power Supply   
Battery Type   What is "Battery Type"? Proprietary Lithium Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
Battery Life   What is "Battery Life"? 1.5 Hours Unknown
Dimensions   
Width 2.1 in. 2.1 in.
Depth 4 in. 5 in.
Height 4.2 in. 3.5 in.
Weight 1 lb. 0.89 lb.
Miscellaneous   
Family Line Canon Optura Canon DC
Included Accessories Software • USB Cable • A/V Cable • 8 MB Memory Card • Lithium Propriety Battery • AC Power Adapter • Remote Control USB Cable • AC Power Adapter • Battery Pack • Stereo Video Cable
Release Date Unknown March, 2007
UPC 013803040937 4960999450339
Product ID 22413124 40741269
 
Product Reviews
Canon Optura 400 Image
Canon Optura 400 Mini DV Camcorder
3.5/5 stars
5 reviews
Canon DC230 Image
Canon DC230 DVD Camcorder
5/5 stars
1 review

A lot of power for a small package

by aztrainer , May 20, 2006
Pros: Lightweight, Size, Functions, Quality of the pictures in both video & Photo
Cons: Location of the zoom button, Hard to use with large hands, small SD card
The Bottom Line: The fit of form and function is awesome and the ability to have it in your hand all day is priceless.
This reviewer recommends this product.
Review: I have been looking at the different mini DV cameras for about a year. I was getting tired of lugging around my Sony Handicam. My friend had the Cannon ZR-400 and allowed me to use it over a weekend. I found it to produce a very good picture in a...
Author's Rating: 4/5 stars  

A powerful package

by kb9vrg , Dec 12, 2005
Pros: Small size. Great picture. Acceptable still photos.
Cons: Small size, battery life, photos only transfer via USB, hard to use with large hands.
The Bottom Line: Great small camcorder and a wonderful way to get into digital video.
This reviewer recommends this product.
Review: I am by no means a video expert. I've done well over 4,000 shots on various digital still cameras.

Previously, I owned a full-size VHS camcorder for a couple of months that I had purchased off of eBay, but due to the size of the unit and...
Author's Rating: 4/5 stars  
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