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Canon has introduced the world’s smallest¹AVCHD DVD camcorder that allows users to shoot HD movies direct to 3-inch (8cm) standard DVD discs.

The HR10 is Canon’s first AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition) DVD camcorder. AVCHD uses an MPEG-4 AVC (H.264) video codec, recording true 1080 High Definition resolution video. The advantage of the AVCHD format is that it captures twice as much video using less storage onto DVDs which can be played in AVCHD compatible Blu-ray disc players.

The Canon HR10 HD Camcorder offers the benefits of a Canon 10x optical zoom lens, a full HD 1920×1080 CMOS image sensor² and the AVCHD video format. The HR10 HD Camcorder also helps users obtain the sharpest High Definition video possible with the help of Canon’s exclusive Instant AF focus system and Super Range Optical Image Stabilization (OIS).

Features

• Ultra-compact HD camcorder, recording to DVD (AVCHD)
• Canon Full HD CMOS (3.1MP)
• DIGIC DV II HD Image Processor
• Instant AF, through the lens manual focusing
• HD Video Lens with 10x optical zoom and Super Range OIS
• DIGIC DV II
• Multi-angle Vivid 2.7″ LCD
• Slim and compact design
• 25p Cinema Mode
• Advanced digital photography features
• HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)
• miniSD card slot for stills
• Power: BP-214 Battery Pack (supplied)
• Dimensions: 2.6 x 3.7 x 5.2 in. (W x H x D)
• Weight: 1.2 lbs (not including lens and battery pack)

What’s in the box?

The package includes HR10 Camcorder; BP-214 Battery Pack (with Terminal Cover); CA-570 Compact Power Adapter; STV-100 N Stereo Video Cable; WL-D86 Wireless Controller; IFC-300PCU USB Cable; CTC-100 S Component Cable; DVD-R Disc; Digital Video Solution Disc for Windows and Macintosh; Corel Application Disc. A HDMI cable is recommended but not included.

Pricing and Availability

The Canon HR10 HD Camcorder will be available in August at an estimated selling price of $1,199 (US MSRP). Links to retailers are below.