The XA20 is a compact, "run-&-gun" HD camcorder with an impressive optical performance from a powerful Genuine Canon 20x HD Video Lens with a 8-blade circular aperture, capable of focusing down to just 23.6-inch (60 cm). Other features include a 3.5-inch OLED touch panel display with the equivalent of 1.23 million dots of resolution, tiltable electronic viewfinder, multiple HD/SD recording rates
- including 24p for a "cinematic" look
- together with a choice of industry-standard MP4 (up to 35 Mbps) & AVCHD (up to 28 Mbps) codecs. The high image quality & recording versatility make the XA20 ideal for independent & documentary filmmaking, as well as event videography & educational institutions. In addition to reducing horizontal & vertical shaking, five-axis Super Range optical image stabilization eliminates rolling & other artifacts, for sharper images no matter how the camcorder is moved. A automatic correction circuit can substantially reduce image distortion, thereby producing better-looking videos. A detachable handle offers increased control functionality, with a built-in microphone holder & XLR-format audio inputs. Infrared shooting with little to zero ambient light offers additional flexibility during, for example, surveillance & wildlife projects; the detachable handle also
Includes:: an IR light. Dual-b&, built-in Wi-Fi technology allows easy FTP file transfer & upload to the Internet. & intelligent lithium batteries report remaining power & battery-wear levels in one-minute increments to the camcorder, thereby taking the guesswork out of battery management.