Canon DC230 1MP DVD Camcorder with 35x Optical Zoom
Ranking: 6.9 out of 10
Manufacturer: Canon
Model Number: DC230
Product Code: 013803079494
Price: $549.99 -- get the latest pricing from Amazon
Features:
- 1-megapixel CCD image sensor
- Genuine Canon Optics; 35x optical/1000x digital zoom
- DIGIC DV II image processor; smooth zoom control
- 2.7-inch widescreen LCD monitor; widescreen HR recording
- DVD-R/-RW Dual Layer recording format
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Description:
Canon DC230 is the step-up model from the DC220. Instead of a 680,000 pixel CCD capture sensor, DC230 has 1.07 Megapixel. Your video will be sharper, clearer and more true to life, as will your photos. Every sunset on the beach will be more dramatic with every color in the sky faithfully captured. The joy on the face of a child scoring his/her first goal on the soccer field is recorded just as you saw it. And it's recorded on 8-centimeter DVD discs (DVD-R/RW and DL) that can play on most DVD players. These DVD can also be played on your computer's drive for editing and enhancement, or for direct transfer to the Internet or e-mail. The DC230 has an optical image stabilizer that helps take the shake out of usual handheld recording. You can create video recordings in standard 4:3 format or the new widescreen 16:9 format that'll fill new widescreen televisions. It's got a wide 2.7" LCD on board, plus a color viewfinder. It has a slot for a miniSD card to store still images that can be taken with the DC230. An easy menu can be displayed in 17 languages for simple use by anyone, anywhere. Considering all the possibilities life has to offer, the Canon DC230 is a great way to capture, preserve, and share precious moments with others and, of course, for you. Viewfinder -. 27-inch TFT Color, approx. 123,000 Pixels / LCD Screen - 2.7-inch TFT Color, approx. 123,000 pixels Image Sensor - 1/6-inch CCD, approx. 1.07 Megapixels / Effective pixels (movie) - approx. 690,000 pixels (4 - 3) / approx. 710,000 pixels (16 - 9 IS OFF) / approx. 550,000 pixels (16 - 9 IS ON) / Effective pixels (still image) - approx. 800,000 pixels 2 Lux night mode capable Dimensions - 2.1 x 3.5 x 5 inches (154 x90 x128mm) Weight - 0.88 pounds without lens and battery pack Canon 1-Year Parts and Labor warrantyGet more product details from Amazon
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Good Camcorder.
Rating: 4 out of 5
Weight: 7.7 out of 10
Created: Dec 24, 2008
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I got this over 2 weeks ago. The quality of the digital video image is good when recoding in standard recording (not EP).
br /The book that comes with the Camera is extremely poorly written. I had some difficulty figuring out how to finalize a DVD, the main thing is that the Camera should be connected to the power, it would not finalize while on battery, DVD -R cannot be un-finalized.
br /Editing VOB files requires additional software. On the other hand you can play without any problem your video straight out of the finalized mini DVD-R on any DVD player, including your computer DVD device.
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br /The book that comes with the Camera is extremely poorly written. I had some difficulty figuring out how to finalize a DVD, the main thing is that the Camera should be connected to the power, it would not finalize while on battery, DVD -R cannot be un-finalized.
br /Editing VOB files requires additional software. On the other hand you can play without any problem your video straight out of the finalized mini DVD-R on any DVD player, including your computer DVD device.
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Great in light, poor in darkness
Rating: 3 out of 5
Weight: 6.4 out of 10
Created: Dec 24, 2008
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This would be a great camcorder in all respects if pictures taken in the dark were not so very grainy. One solution to this would be the addition of a video light that would produce good video of near subjects. Also, Canon should include video software (such as MyDVD for Canon), an 8cm DVD, and a wrist or shoulder strap with the camera. I don't believe it pays off to be "cheap."
Can't figure it out
Rating: 2 out of 5
Weight: 2.6 out of 10
Created: Dec 24, 2008
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We bought this camcorder because it had the ability to take pictures as well as videos. It is a good price and it is small and cute and light. First of all, becareful what dvd you buy. it really doesn't work with all of them, it warns you on the instructions that it doesn't work with all brands, but it doesn't tell you which ones. So we bought several brands and we couldn't get the camcorder to record. It couldn't recognize the dvd. So we then tried the sd card and taking pictures. Well, it doesn't let you use the sd card to record videos, and worse of all it takes terrible pictures. No kidding, these were not even decent pictures. 35mm camera does a million times better. It is always fuzzy and unclear and you cant move even a mm or the picture will be unrecognizable.
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br /It was overall very disappointed and I am currently in the process of sending it back. We just decided to buy a regular camera that has the capability of taking videos that are just as good quality and way way million times better looking pictures.
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br /So the main warning: do not buy it because it can also take pictures, it doesn't take good pictures. not even bad pictures, all you can see is a wave, and when the picture is sort of clear, everybody looks like they have chickenpox because the resolution really sucks. Also, if you want it as a camcorder, find out who has bought it, and ask what dvd they actually bought.
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br /It was overall very disappointed and I am currently in the process of sending it back. We just decided to buy a regular camera that has the capability of taking videos that are just as good quality and way way million times better looking pictures.
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br /So the main warning: do not buy it because it can also take pictures, it doesn't take good pictures. not even bad pictures, all you can see is a wave, and when the picture is sort of clear, everybody looks like they have chickenpox because the resolution really sucks. Also, if you want it as a camcorder, find out who has bought it, and ask what dvd they actually bought.
Decent camera, weak computer integration
Rating: 2 out of 5
Weight: 2.4 out of 10
Created: Dec 24, 2008
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If you want a simple way to take decent video and burn it onto a DVD with basically no editing, this is a good choice. If you want to take that video and put it on your computer, this thing is terrible. It doesn't come with any video software, even though the manual has instructions for Roxio MyDVD for Canon. This software comes with a different model, and you can't buy the "for Canon" version separately. The regular MyDVD from Roxio costs $70, and is terrible.
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br /Overall, my old Sony miniDV tape camcorder worked better with my computer. I think the main benefit here will be to capture raw video of the kids on a little DVD, then just mail the DVD to the in-laws.
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br /Overall, my old Sony miniDV tape camcorder worked better with my computer. I think the main benefit here will be to capture raw video of the kids on a little DVD, then just mail the DVD to the in-laws.
I wasn't too impress
Rating: 2 out of 5
Weight: 2.4 out of 10
Created: Sep 19, 2008
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Though Canon is a great brand, I wasn't too impress with this particular camcorder. I thought it was a bit grainy...I think the picture quality could have been a little better. I actually return this product.
Quality purchase
Rating: 5 out of 5
Weight: 2.0 out of 10
Created: Dec 24, 2008
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I purchased the DC230 as a Christmas gift for my wife. It took a couple of times using it to understand the itnitializing and finalizing processes. But now I consider myself an amatuer expert and enjoy the quality pictures and movies from this camcorder. Would recommend to anyone.
Canon DC230 is fully capable of more than what most people would need
Rating: 4 out of 5
Weight: 1.2 out of 10
Created: Dec 24, 2008
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Great Price and nice product. I compared the models on a different web site but made my purchase on Amazon because the price was the best. The DVD's that Amazon recommended I buy with the camera were the wrong ones. Beware of this problem. The record standby mode is confusing and I have several full DVD of nothing but the kitchen counter, when I thought the camera was off and missed the shots I wanted. Zoom was not the 30 to one I expected. Was really no closer than my 12 to one camera. Quit using it after a month and switched to using my 8 megapixel Sony camera for video. Much nicer!
my new camcorder
Rating: 1 out of 5
Weight: 0.9 out of 10
Created: Dec 24, 2008
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I received the product about one week after purchase. I followed the instrctions and tried to insert a DVD-RW disc for recording. Unfortunately it gave me a message: CANNOT READ THE DISC, CHECK THE DISC.
br /I tried three other discs (Memorex miniDVD+RW, bought via Amazon at the same time as I bought this Canon DC230, but none of them worked).
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br /I need technic support ASAP. Any suggestion would be appreciated.
br /I tried three other discs (Memorex miniDVD+RW, bought via Amazon at the same time as I bought this Canon DC230, but none of them worked).
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br /I need technic support ASAP. Any suggestion would be appreciated.
Canon DC230
Rating: 4 out of 5
Weight: 0.8 out of 10
Created: Dec 24, 2008
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Is a good product, simple to work with and frendliy.
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Good Product
Rating: 5 out of 5
Weight: 0.0 out of 10
Created: Dec 24, 2008
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I just recently bought the DC 210 for my brother for his birthday and wanted to give my mother a camera a step up. Although I have not viewed the footage she is incredibly happy with her birthday present. Given that she is not technology savvy and has figured it out without the book speaks to the ease of use. The batteries also have a long play time. Next she'll try to tackle the software but I have yet to be updated on it. Hopefully it works well. The camera is very compact and by far an upgrade from her 80's model. I would reccomend it to the average user any day. I can't peak highly enough of canon products in general.