5Highlights of the VIXIA HF G10The Canon VIXIA HF G10 HD Camcorder is a high-performance camcorder whose compact sizemakes it ideal in a variety of situations. The following are just some of the many functions featured inthe camcorder.HD RecordingHD CMOS PRO and DIGIC DV IIIprocessorThe camcorder is equipped with a1/3-inch CMOS sensor that captures video atan effective pixel count of approximately 2.07megapixels (1920x1080). The video is thenprocessed by the state-of-the-art DIGIC DV IIIimage processor. This allows the camcorder toexcel in low-light situations and produce awide dynamic range.Wide zoom lensWith a focal length at full wide angle of30.4 mm (35 mm equivalent), the camcorderhas superb wide-angle shooting capability. Theminimum object distance is 60 cm (2 ft.)throughout the entire zoom range, whichmeans that you can create a pleasing blurredbackground effect at full telephoto. The8-bladed iris aperture also enhances theblurred background effect.Shoot cinematic videoUsing CINEMA mode and the cinema-lookfilters (0 101), you can make recordings thattruly look and feel cinematic.OperabilityEmphasis on versatilityThis camcorder has features to make it usableas a main camera but is also small enough tobe very portable. The advanced imagestabilization (0 54) will let you shoot in avariety of situations in the field.Manual controls at your fingertipsThe focus ring helps you achieve the focus youare looking for. Furthermore, you can assigncertain frequently used functions to acustomizable button and adjust thosefunctions with the accompanying dial (0 83).Face detectionWhen a subject's face is detected, thecamcorder can track and focus on it (0 48).Furthermore, you can have the camcorder inmanual focus but switch to autofocus onlywhen a face is detected, ensuring thatimportant subjects are in focus.Relay recording and double slotrecordingWhen you use relay recording (0 34), youcan use the double memory card slot to keepon recording video without interruption. Doubleslot recording (0 35) allows you to recordmovies simultaneously to two memory cards,which is a convenient way to back up yourrecordings.Other FeaturesSmart AUTOSmart AUTO (0 39) automatically selects thebest scene mode for the scene you want toshoot. You get spectacular recordings everytime without worrying about settings.LCD screen and viewfinderThe LCD screen and viewfinder both have100% frame coverage, which will ensure thatyou can accurately check that your shots areframed how you want them.Touch AEBy simply touching the screen, you can makedark areas in the picture appear brighter(0 59). This operation is simple yet allowsyou to shoot with the desired exposure.Added and improved functionalityOther functions include two types of videoscopes (0 78), conversion to standarddefinition (0 133) and Story Creator mode(0 98), which allows you to createengrossing video stories.
