Canon XH-G1S 3CCD High Definition Professional Camcorder
Extended Warranty Coverage:
The XH G1S and XH A1S are equipped with three 1/3-inch CCDs, each with approximately 1.67 million pixels*1 and the high-performance DIGIC DV II image processor to record high-quality HD video. The models’ 20x HD Video Zoom L Lens incorporates a fluorite lens elements to correct residual chromatic aberration and an Ultra Low Dispersion lens. The duo also features an optical image stabilization system to support the recording of steady images, even at long focal lengths.The zoom lens’s focus, zoom, and iris rings are now better separated to allow easier handling, and further improve operability by enabling users to customize driving torque and reaction speed while shooting. Focus and zoom operations have also been improved so that they allow manual focusing during zooming, increasing the range of image expression.
For audio input, the XH G1S and XH A1S can simultaneously record sound through the internal mike as well as via the XLR terminal, and allow users to independently adjust sensitivity settings for each channel during XLR input. Advents such as the ability to use the limiter function, which prevents aberrations in voice quality caused by sudden increases in audio volume, when recording audio manually provide extra convenience when shooting in professional settings.Additionally, the XH G1S and XH A1S incorporate a variety of functions suited for professional shooting, including an expanded white balance range that can be adjusted from 2,000–15,000K, and the Push AE function, which corrects exposure at the push of a button during manual shooting. The models also feature indentations around control buttons to prevent operation errors, allowing users to shoot with moreconfidence.
The XH G1S offers an expanded range of shooting applications through its three terminals, providing HD-SDI with embedded audio/TC (LTC) output,Genlock, and Time Code input/output.
Power Supply (rated) | 7.4V DC (battery pack) |
Video Recording system | HDV: HDV1080i; DV: DV specifications Two rotating heads, helical scan azimuth recording, (Consumer VCR SD specifications) |
Audio Recording system | HDV: 2-channel recording MPEG1 Audio Layer II: (Sampling frequency 48 kHz, bit rate 384 kbps) DV: 2-channel recording PCM digital recording: 16 bits (48 kHz), 12 bits (32 kHz, 12 bits selectable) |
Image Sensor | (3) 1/3-inch CCDs |
Total Pixels | Approx. 1.67 Megapixels each x 3 |
Effective Pixels | HD approx. 1.56 Megapixels SD (4:3) approx. 1.17 Megapixels SD (16:9) approx. 1.56 Megapixels |
Tape Format | Video cassettes bearing the MiniDV mark |
Tape Speed | HDV/DV: SP mode 18.81mm/second DV: LP mode 12.56 mm/second |
Maximum recording time | HDV/DV: SP mode 80 min. DV:LP; 120 min. |
Lens | Canon 20x HD L Series Zoom, f=4.5-90mm, f/1.6-3.5 |
Focusing System | Instant AF system TTL-video signal sensing system autofocus. Manual focusing possible. |
Minimum Focusing Distance | 20mm (wide macro), 1m (entire zoom range) |
Frame Rate | NTSC : 60i, 24F, 30F PAL : 50i, 25F |
Minimum Illumination | NTSC: 6 lux (Shutter speed 1/60, Gain 18 dB) PAL: 5 lux (Shutter speed 1/50, Gain 18 dB) Manual mode (when Gain 18 dB, f/1.6, 60i/50i are selected) NTSC: 0.4 lux (Shutter speed 1/4), PAL: 0.3 lux (Shutter speed 1/3) (when 60i/50i is selected) |
Image Stabilization | SuperRange Optical (Lens Shift) |
Filter Diameter | 72mm |
Viewfinder | .57-inch widescreen, approx. 269,000 pixels |
LCD Screen | 2.8-inch widescreen, approx. 207,000 pixels |
Microphone | High-performance stereo electric condenser microphone |
Recording Media(photos) | SD/SDHC , MMC |
DV Terminal | HDV/DV 6-pin connector (IEEE1394 compatible); both input/output |
Video Terminal | (a) Also serves as AV mini-terminal; both input/output (b) Also serves as BNC connector; output |
Output Levels | -12 dBV (with 47-kohm load, 1 Vrms output level setting and -12 dB full scale) |
Audio Terminal | XLR 3-pin jack (2 systems); Switchable between MIC/LINE |
Microphone Terminal | 3.5mm stereo mini-jack |
Operating Temperature range | 32 – 104° F (0 – 40° C) |
Dimensions | 6.4 x 7.6 x 15.5 in. (163 x 192 x 394mm) |
Weight (not including lens hood and eyecup) | XH G1S:4.9 lbs. (2200 g) / XH A1S:4.7 lbs. (2135 g) |
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