Canon optura600 User manual

TRUE WIDESCREEN VIDEO
The Optura 600 records true widescreen for picture perfect
video.Canon’sHigh Resolution 16:9 Widescreen TVMode
image processing system uses the entire width of the image
sensor,capturing a big picture in true 16:9 widescreen so no one and
nothing is left unseen. And Canon camcorders take advantage of
more pixels to give you amazing quality.
OPTICAL PERFORMANCE YOU CAN SEE
Superior Canon Optics ensures that video and photos
are clear and rich with color and detail. Canon’s expertise
in designing lenses for photography and broadcast television goes
into every camcorder we make. The built-in high-quality image
stabilizer allows you to shoot rock-steady video — even when
you’re at maximum telephoto without a tripod. It even works while
panning and zooming. You’ll never miss the shots you want with
the Optura600’s10xOptical Zoom Lens and 200xDigital Zoom.
BRILLIANT VIDEO
The Optura600 features a class-leading
4.3 Megapixel CCD,along with an RGB Primary
Color Filter to deliver crisp images with stunning true-to-life color.
The Optura 600 also features Canon’s exclusive DIGIC DV image
processor, which processes video and photos differently for
exceptional color and clarity for both. An easy to use Program
Auto Exposure Mode dial allows you to quickly choose between
15 shooting modes. ABuilt-in Video Light allows you to keep
shooting in low-light conditions, so you never miss a beat.
STUNNING DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
The Optura 600 is truly two sophisticated products in one. Although
it may look like a camcorder on the outside, inside lies a high-quality
4.3 Megapixel digital camera, with all the features you need to
take outstanding photos. For perfect exposure, the Optura 600 lets
you choose the metering mode and scene mode that’s right for
your subject, or lets you shoot with Auto ExposureBracketing.
Selectable 9Point AiAF (Auto Intelligent Auto Focus) keeps your
subject in sharp focus. Add to that Continuous Shooting Mode,
Image Effects, Built-in Flash with Red-EyeReduction and Photo
Review. Simultaneous Photo Recording even allows you to capture
still images while shooting video.
Finally — a camcorder with the
sophistication and performance to
match your lifestyle and exceed your
expectations. The Optura 600 delivers
asuperior level of performance in a
luxurious, upright sculpted design.
And, with its 4.3 Megapixel image
sensor,advanced photo features,
and Superior Canon Optics, you get
incredible video and photos. It’s a
versatile performer for those with a
truly versatile lifestyle.
MINI DV CAMCORDER
ADOUBLE AGENT
WITH TIMELESS
STYLE
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SPECIFICATIONS
Tape Format Video cassettes bearing the mark.
Maximum Recording Time SP: 80 min., LP: 120 min. (80 min. cassette)
Image Sensor 1/2.8 -inch CCD, approx. 4,290,000 pixels
Effective pixels Tape: approx. 3,500,000 pixels (4:3)
approx. 2,990,000 pixels (16:9 IS* OFF)
approx. 2,740,000 pixels (16:9 IS* ON )
Card : approx. 4,000,000 pixels
Lens f= 6.1-61 mm, f/1.8-3.0,10xpower zoom
LCD Screen 2.5-inch TFT Color approx. 123,000 pixels
Viewfinder 0.33-inch TFT Color approx. 113,000 pixels
Filter Diameter 34mm
Minimum Illumination 0.6 lx (Using the Night Mode)
Recommended Illumination More than 100 lx
Dimensions (W x H x D) 2.0 x 4.0 x 4.0 in. (51 x 101 x 102 mm)
(excluding maximum protrusions)
Weight Camcorder Body only: approx. 14.5 oz. (410g)
* IS–Image Stabilization
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4.0" (102mm)2.0" (51mm)
4.0"
(101mm)
SHARE YOUR VIDEOS
The Optura 600 comes with a variety of features that make it easy to
share your video, including an IEEE1394 DV Terminal for transferring
video to your computer for editing. With the Motion JPEG Mode, you
can also record movie clips directly to your camcorder’s memory card
for posting online or e-mailing to friends and family.
SHARE YOUR PHOTOS
With the supplied USB cable and single press of the Print
&Share Button, you can print photos directly from your
Optura 600 toaPictBridge compatible photo printer — without a
computer. The Optura 600 also features an SD Memory Card slot.
1YEAR PARTS AND LABOR LIMITED WARRANTY
Canon’s camcorder limited warranty provides protection long after
other manufacturers’ warranties expire.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
•Manual Audio Control
•2.5"LCD Screen with Backlight
•Easy Menu System
•USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Terminal
•Analog to Digital Converter
•Microphone and Headphone Terminals
•Remote Control Included
•Digital Effects/Fades
•Selectable Display Languages
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Battery Pack BP-308
Battery Pack BP-315
Battery Charger CG-300
Tele Converter TL-H34
Wide Converter WD-H34
Filter Set FS-34U
Soft Carrying Case SC-2000
Digital Video Cassette DVM-E60/DVM-E80
Cleaning Cassette DVM-CL
OPTURA 600 KIT
Errors and omissions excepted. Weight and dimensions are approximate. Subject to change without
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Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the United States and other countries. Other names and products
not mentioned abovemay be registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies.
Use of Genuine Canon accessories is recommended: This product is designed to achieve excellent
performance optimally when used with genuine Canon accessories.
Warning: Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright
owners and be contraryto copyright laws.
Optura 600 Camcorder
Battery Pack BP-308
Compact Power Adapter CA-570S
MTC-100 Multi-AV Cable
Wireless Controller WL-D85
16MB SD Card
USB Cable IFC-300PCU
Digital Video Solution Disk for
Windows & Macintosh
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