HV20 Progressive HDV; Full Res HD CMOS 1080i x 192

**True Progressive HD Style** * True Progressive HD CMOS sensor (1920 x 1080) * 10x Canon HD Video Lens 43mm diameter * DiG!C DV II image processor * Best image stability and focus with Super Range Optical Image Stabilzation and Instant AF (Auto Focus) * 13 programmed AE modes, including 25PF Cinema Mode * Stunning digital photography with simultaneous shooting * HDMI output, and accessory shoe Canon has revolutionised the next generation of high definition technology with the HV20. The HV20 is a fully specified HD video camera, featuring native progressive HD CMOS (1920 x 1080), Genuine HD video lens, 10x Super Range OIS and Instant AF. It also has 13 programmed AE modes, including 25PF Cinema mode; enhanced low light performance and of course breathtaking imagery. **Complete High Definition Video Camera** * True progressive HD CMOS (1920 x 1080) utilising Canon's 20 years of EOS technology and development. * Fully specified HD video camera with progressive HD CMOS, HD video lens and DiG!C DV II processor with exceptional processing capabilities enabling high speed processing of progressive HD, a specification for digital HDTV broadcasting. * HDMI output for connection to HDTV and HDV output for HD streaming. * High definition images deserve complementary audio of Stereo Sound. With manual audio control and four channel audio playback. **Canon High Definition Image Quality** * Canon is a world-renowned leader in lens technology, the basis of all great image capture. The genuine Canon HD lens of the HV20 is a testament to this brilliant image quality. * The HD CMOS sensor incorporates several advanced technologies supporting high quality video including On-Chip Noise Reduction and an RGB Bayer filter to achieve realistic and brilliant colour reproduction. * Exceptional sensitivity for low light conditions with gapless micro lens technology on CMOS sensor. * 43mm diameter HD video lens, compatible with teleconverter & wide angle lens * 3.1 Megapixel photographic functions include selectable 9-point AF, selectable metering modes, white balance, Auto exposure Bracketing and continuous shooting up to 4 frames/second. * Built in video LED light and built in flash with red eye reduction. **Superior Technology to Ensure Optimum HD Footage** * Super Range OIS, a feature of professional video cameras, has all the benefits of OIS but also compensates for rhythmic movement such as hand held sway and breathing. * Increased resolution of HD demands higher focus accuracy. Instant AF, is a triangulation metering method for fast and sharp focusing on demand. * Additional Features for Creative Control * 13 AE Modes from simple auto filming to Cinematic 25PF for cinematic filming or shutter priority (Tv) shutter mode for motion filming * Simultaneous photo shooting to Mini SD while movie recording * Focus dial for creative control and ability to create preset zoom effects * Back Light Correction button to minimise underexposure issues such as silhouetting * Advanced accessory shoe to support video light, flash unit * Microphone and headphone jacks * HDV/DV in/out, HDMI output, Full Speed USB, component output, AV in/out * Joystick to control focus, exposure, auto exposure and white balance * Zebra function to highlight on display the overexposed areas of footage while filming