Canon XA10 High Definition Camcorder

The new ultra compact XA10 Professional Camcorder is designed for situations where mobility is critical while shooting. This feature-rich, professional model records Full HD 1080p using an AVCHD codec. The ultimate professional camcorder for run-and-gun shooting, the compact XA10 includes a detachable handle for low-angle shooting and portability. With the handle attached the XA10's functionality is further enhanced with the addition of XLR inputs and an external microphone holder.

A Genuine Canon 10x HD Video Lens delivers a wide, flexible zoom range (35mm equivalent range 30.4mm-304mm) and smooth, pleasing backgrounds thanks to an 8-blade iris. And an infrared mode allows users to capture video in conditions with little or no ambient light, a situation which would make other camcorders useless.

The new XA10 provides the option of recording to a 64GB internal flash drive or two SDXC-compatible card slots and the ability to simultaneously record to two cards at once for instant backup. Portable and packed with professional features, this camcorder will be the model of choice for on-the-go videographers.

Canon XA10 Features

• Canon’s Smallest & Lightest Professional Full Featured Professional Camcorder
(Approx 52% smaller & 67% lighter than the XF100)

• Records up to 24 hours & 30 minutes of crisp high definition video to a 64GB Internal Flash Drive or directly to two removable SD memory cards for fast and easy sharing of your memories

• Genuine Canon 10x HD Video Lens

• Wide Lens (35mm equivalent of 30.4mm – 304mm ) delivers unsurpassed image quality and a wide-angle of view

• Threaded 58mm Lens Diameter - for adding optional filters, Teleconverter & Wide Converter lenses

• Special “Flower Petal” Wide Angle Lens Hood is included which helps to prevent light flaring.

• 8-Blade Iris creates smooth and professional looking background images

• Manual Focus Ring enables easy and accurate professional manual focusing

• Canon HD CMOS Pro Image Sensor is a professional level, 1/3" native 1920 x 1080 image sensor which delivers
outstanding video resolution, superb low-light performance and a wide dynamic range. This is the same image sensor used in Canon broadcast cameras.

• Canon DIGIC DV III Image Processor provides the ultimate in color and imaging performance

• Dynamic SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization corrects a full range of motion, and applies extra compensation at wide angle settings to eliminate shake when walking

• Powered IS provides extra stabilization at the telephoto end of the zoom range with the touch of a button

• Instant AF for fast, accurate autofocus even in the low light. Great for HD

• 24Mbps Recording offers the highest bit rate in AVCHD for exceptional lifelike tone and detail

• 3.5" High Resolution Touch Panel LCD offers fast and easy operation and exceptional detail on a stunning 922,000 dot screen

• Infrared Recording with built-in Diffuser, allows image capture in little or no visible light which is ideal for Military and Law Enforcement, as well as Nature and Wildlife videographers.

• Infrared green or white screen options providing better contrast images

• Smart Auto makes shooting great video easy by automatically selecting the best settings for the scene

• Scan Reverse – inverts the recorded image horizontally, vertically or horizontally and vertically.

• Touch & Track delivers precise focus and exposure on any subject (people, pets, cars, etc.) by selecting it on the touch panel LCD

• 2 - XLR Microphone Input Terminals for adding up to two external professional microphones

• Phantom Power – the XA10 can be used with external mics that require phantom power

• External Audio Controls include audio switching & independent audio record level controls

• Genuine Canon Face Detection delivers precise focus and exposure for perfect faces every time

• SDXC card compatibility (32GB to 2TB) offers super-high capacity and ultra-fast data transfer speeds

• Relay Recording automatically switches video recording to the next available memory card when the internal drive (or other SD card) becomes full

• Pre Record Feature – the camera constantly buffers 3 seconds of video in memory. When you hit the trigger, recording begins along with the added 3 seconds. So you will never miss a shot by recording a few seconds too late.

• Detachable Top Handle easily converts into a compact HD camcorder & also makes it easier for packing

• Top Handle features a Microphone Holster (holder) for adding & mounting optional 3rd party microphones

• Top Handle includes a Cold Shoe for mounting optional accessories such as Canon’s VL10Li Video Light

• 1080p Output converts 1080i video to 1080p through the camcorder’s HDMI terminal

• Native 24p Mode (AVCHD) records 24 progressive frames per second for the ultimate cinematic experience

• 24p Cinema Mode mirrors the look and feel of Hollywood blockbusters

• 30p Progressive Mode for optimal clarity when posting videos to the Web

• Professional Shooting Assist Functions provide an exceptional level of control
o Enhanced zebra pattern - on screen zebra lines for warning of over exposed areas
o Color peaking – displays color fringe when manual focus is used
o Custom key - assign up to 2 functions such as Manual Exposure, AGC Limit, Tv/Av, etc
o SMPTE Color Bars with audio test tone for reference
o White Balance control – adjust colors based on lighting situation
o Automatic gain control limit – keeps the ambiance of dark scenes & eliminates noise in the black areas
o 100% area display of coverage - so what you see on the LCD screen & eye-cup is what’s seen in the final
playback on an HDTV screen

• Onboard Waveform Monitor to ensure exposure and color accuracy during capture. The Waveform Monitor
provides detailed analysis of both overall image brightness and RGB Components.

• Edge Monitor – looks at the focus of the entire picture and displays the results as a waveform.

• Selectable Zoom Speeds - a choice of variable or 16 fixed speeds, with fast/normal/slow settings for greater control while zooming in various situations.

• Soft Zoom Feature allows you to start & stop any zoom speed gradually with a smooth, soft feel which provides a very professional polished look. Choose off, start only, stop only or both start/stop.

• Cinema Look Filter offers nine different built-in filters allowing users to create video with a variety of professional cinematic looks

• 2 Professional Fader Effects Built-In – great transitions when you aren’t planning to edit such as web videos

• Story Creator provides a list of suggested scenes to shoot and makes it easy to categorize and playback your favorites

• Tele Macro provides spectacular close-ups and the appearance of shallow depth of field

• Touch Decoration allows you to superimpose & record a variety of fun and exciting images along with your video

• Chroma Key Effects – get real creative and mix your live video with on-screen graphics

• Advanced Video Snapshot allows you to create a series of 2, 4 and/or 8 second movie clips with music that are perfect for sharing

• HD-to-SD Downconversion preserves your HD video and provides the flexibility of creating SD video files for fast and easy sharing

• Eye-Fi SD Memory compatibility allows you to wirelessly transfer your down-converted video, as well as photos, to your computer or the Web

• Double Slot Recording allows users to record simultaneously to two SD cards for added safety and convenience

• Heavy duty metal LANC Remote Control Terminal provides easy connection to Canon’s optional ZR1000 & ZR2000 tripod arm wired remote controllers and third party wired remote controllers (compatible with LANC protocol).

• Simultaneous Photo Recording lets you capture beautiful photos and video at the same time

• Eyecup Viewfinder for easy viewing in bright outdoor conditions

• Intelligent Lithium-ion Battery accurately indicates remaining battery time down to the minute

• Mini HDMI connector– provides a digital output connection for both video and audio signals

• Supplied Mini HDMI cable for easy, one-cable connectivity to your HDTV (supports CEC and x.v.Color)

• Automatic Attenuator prevents high volume distortion and optimizes audio quality when sound levels quickly change

• High Quality MIC – select 2 ch MONO for front, NORMAL stereo recording, WIDE covering a more extensive area, ZOOM is linked to camera’s optical Zoom position.

• Microphone terminal with manual audio level control allows you to add optional mics & have total audio recording control

• Audio Mix – control mix of mic input with on board mic

• Audio Equalizer for Built-In Mic – choose Normal, Low Boost for a more powerful sound, Low Cut Filter to
reduce wind noise, car engine, etc., Boost MF Range to enhance human voices, Boost HF + LF Range to increase
dynamic range of instruments.

• Headphone terminal lets the user hear exactly what’s being recorded

• Compatible with optional Canon WM-V1 Wireless Microphone & 2-Way Communication System for both wireless audio recording up to 165 feet away & to communicate between subject & camera operator

• Full Function Wireless Remote Control Included – control all the main functions of your camcorder including playback

• Support for 27 languages - Czech, Danish, German, Greek, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Hungarian, Malay, Dutch, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Finnish, Swedish, Turkish, Russian, Ukrainian, Arabic, Farsi, Thai, simplified Chinese, traditional Chinese, Korean, and Japanese.

• Includes Pixela Transfer Utility Disc, Music Disc - will help you to transfer your video recordings to your computer where you can view and manage them. Using the supplied plugins, you can then use the recording with major NLE software.