Canon ZR25MC

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The Canon ZR25MC Digital Camcorder

Canon ZR25MC Digital CamcorderThe Canon ZR25MC combines stunning digital video, still images and full, rich stereo sound into a sleek design with artistic detailing that's comfortable to hold and small enough for virtually any pocket. The ZR25MC's versatility expands even further after shooting as it easily connects to a DV-ready personal computer for editing or to a TV for the pure joy of sharing experiences.

10x Optical Zoom Lens plus 200x Digital Zoom
This Canon optical zoom lens perfectly transforms distant subjects into dramatic close-ups with absolutely no loss in image quality. The digital zoom extends the magnification to an amazing 200x (40x when using a memory card) revealing details too distant to be seen with just the eye alone. The scope from wide panorama to super telephoto is outstanding.

Image Stabilizer
A high quality image stabilization system corrects camera shake instantly, giving you smooth, stable pictures. It enables you to record shake-free images, even on long telephoto shots without a tripod.

Progressive Photo
The Canon ZR25MC employs the Progressive Photo function to record sharp, clear still images, even of moving subjects, onto a memory card. When you take a still image, the camcorder's iris works as a mechanical shutter, immediately closing to shut out superfluous image data. Every 1/30 of a second, the camcorder reads two fields of image data simultaneously, resulting in full-frame images virtually free of time-lag blur.

Digital Photo Mode
The camcorders function as a digital still camera; they're like two cameras in one. Just press the photo button to capture more than 700 stunning still pictures on a single videocassette (in SP mode) or combine video and still pictures together with the added benefit of audio. The ZR25MC can also capture approximately 60 fine resolution still pictures onto an 8 MB MultiMediaCard.

Flexible LCD View Screen and Color Viewfinder
The 2.5-inch view screen makes it easier to compose sensational shots from any angle. It swivels and flips for maximum handling comfort and flexibility. It also tucks neatly away when bright shooting conditions make the eyecup viewfinder the preferred way to shoot.

AV Insert and Audio Dubbing
Use this feature to insert new scenes of video from your VCR or other camcorder on to a tape recorded in the SP mode. Using a recording made in the 12-bit audio mode you can also add stereo sound from another audio source or through the internal microphone or an external microphone.

PCM Digital Sound
The camcorder offer two digital audio modes to enhance the playback experience. The 16-bit mode produces the higher, CD equivalent, two-channel sound quality while the 12-bit mode records on two of four channels leaving two other channels free to dub extra sound at a later date.

Program Auto Exposure
Ensures great video results even in challenging shooting conditions. Select the program that matches your scene and the camcorder adjusts internal controls for perfect video every time. Choose from Easy Recording, Auto, Sports, Portrait, Spotlight, Sand & Snow and Low Light.

Digital Effects

  • Faders: Choose between Fade Trigger, Vertical Wipe, Horizontal Wipe and Mosaic fades.
  • Effects: Give variety to your images during recording by adding Art, Black and White, Sepia or Mosaic effects.
IEEE 1394 DV Terminal
The ZR25MC is equipped with a DV IN/OUT terminal that conforms to IEEE 1394. It takes just a single digital cable to transfer or copy your videos in pure digital form to your DV compatible computer or another Canon DV camcorder. Once you’ve transferred video images to your computer, you can edit your movies, send them over the Internet, or post them on your web site. You can also print them out on a color printer, transfer them back to your Canon camcorder and archive them on a Mini DV cassette, or create a dubbing master.

Includes: Canon ZR25MC Mini DV Camcorder, BP-512 Battery Pack, CA-560 Compact Power Adapter, SS-700 Shoulder Strap, WL-D77 Wireless Controller, S-150 S-Video Cable, STV-250N Stereo Video Cable, and One MMC-8M Multimedia Card.