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The ZR850 gives you clear, vibrant and brilliant video and digital photographs with a 1.07 Megapixel CCD image sensor. 35x Optical and 1000x Digital Zoom lets you get closer to the action for unsurpassed optical performance. The ZR850′s image stabilizer allows you to shoot rock-steady video even at maximum telephoto without a tripod for professional-looking video. Canon’s exclusive DIGIC DV image processor takes video and photos differently, resulting in exceptional color and clarity for both. The ZR850 even comes with a built-in video light so you can record video that’s great when the light isn’t. The 0.35-inch viewfinder on your ZR850 displays your widescreen image in a letterbox view. The 2.7-inch LCD screen lets you view your widescreen shot right as you’re taking them. The Widescreen Button lets you switch from standard 4:3 to 16:9 Widescreen HR with the camcorder’s advanced image stabilization. Simultaneous Photo Recording lets you capture a digital photograph while recording video. Level and Grid Markers – Both markers can be set to white or grey for enhanced visibility Built-in Video Light 1.07 Megapixels 1/6-inch CCD Image Sensor MiniDV Tape Format Viewfinder – 0.35-inch, 114,000 pixels, widescreen LCD Screen – 2.7-inch, 112,000 pixels, widescreen Exposure Lock – Lets you lock your exposure settings and then recompose your shot Auto Slow Shutter Function – Ensures perfect exposures in low light by lowering your shutter speed 9 Point Ai-AF – Auto Intelligent Auto Focus will bring it into sharp focus Progressive Photo gives you sharper detail in your digital photography Scene Modes – Portrait, Sports, Night, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Spotlight or Fireworks Image Effects – Vivid, Neutral, Low-Sharpening, and Skin Detail Dimensions – Width 2.2 x Height 3.6 x Depth 4.7 inch (57 x 92 x 119 mm not including grip belt) Weight – 13.4 ounces (380 grams) more info
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This camera is just awful
Rating:1 out of 5 stars
I just got this camera today and have already decided to return it. My first problem was the graininess of the photos. Even on the highest quality setting in good lighting, the photos were grainy. I was willing to overlook that since I bought this as a camcorder and not as a camera. But I was stunned by how loud the motor is on this thing. When I played back my video, it sounded like I recorded it standing next to an airplane that was about to take off. I was hoping to use this camera to record a seminar, but the video would be useless with all that noise from the camera drowning out the speaker. I got a really good deal on it and thought it would be a shame to have to return it, but there’s no point in having a video camera that requires you to dub over all the videos you record because of noisy playback. It also doesn’t make sense to me that you have to go into the camera’s menus to get the LCD light to turn on. I think an on/off switch somewhere on the camera would have made more sense and would have been easier to use. Personally, I do not like what’s available on the market for ANY digital camcorders I’ve seen that are in the home-user price range. I think I’m going to downgrade back to Hi8 and just take my chances that I’ll be able to find a place that stills sells the tapes.
Adequate for a family camcorder
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
I have owned this camera for 18 months which makes it a dinosaur in this digital age so there’s probably not even anyone out there who will read this review, but in the slight chance that there is…. This video camera is not your best option for low light/indoor use. In this price range (I paid $250), I woud consider a comparable Sony to get a little better indoor video quality. Outdoors and in brightly lit spaces this camera is better than it’s competition thanks to its higher resolution sensor.
Really good for the price!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is damn good camera, and for the price it really is a deal. I’ve shot my first short film with this camera, and am going to buy two more for my first feature film next year. I love it!
Compact, Realiable, and Versatile
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
So far so good. I have had this camaera for over a year and have recorded many many hours of video. Controls are easy and user friendly and well placed. Zoom is very good and so is the video and video playback quality. It is versatile since you can also take pictures and save them onto an SD card. Picture quality could be better but is perfect for the unexpected shot. Night light sucks though, you litterally have to be 2 ft in front of it to see anything in the dark.
Great Camera, Questionable Quality
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
We purchased this camcorder for our wedding and honeymoon. The camera is great: small size, easy to use, good quality. However, toward the end of the honeymoon, the camera stopped working. We contacted the seller, and they were very nice and asked us to return it for an exchange. We have not received our new camera yet, (I can update this review once we do) but we’re looking forward to having it back. The cons of buying this camera were obviously that we did not have it for part of our honeymoon, so we have no footage of my husband parasailing or us swimming with dolphins — which was the reason for purchasing the camera — and we had to pay shipping to return the camera only two weeks after purchase.
GREAT!!!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Great small convenient camera! Have not yet checked the recorded DVs for image & sound quality but so far I can say its a very good camera for domestic/ vacation use!
Canon ZR850
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Capable camcorder/camera which performs very well. Easy to use and captures excellent rich video footage. Camera function works very good.
great camera for so cheap
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
great camera for the money. I suppose the image quality does leave a tiny bit to be desired, bit what can you expect for under 200!?
camcorder
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
It’s amazing how much fun I’ve had handling this camcorder. It was an excellent choice. It may not be the best or the most expensive, but it is incredibly good.
was working just fine
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
It is a gift for my dad , but before sending it out I did test it and seems to be working just fine.I cannot give any other details about its performance!YET!
Overpriced (Not oppinion; fact)
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
According the Canon, the ZR850 suggested retail price is $299. Amazon is currently selling it for almost $800. I am not sure if Amazon has the solid gold version of this camcorder, but beware to all Amazon customers that you can find this product way cheaper elsewhere.
Great Camera at a great prie
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
We purchased this camera refurbished and so far so good. It’s a handy small camera with great picture.
Nice Little camera
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
This is an excellent little camera for the price. It was everything I expected. There is a little bit of motor noise when the zoom is used but nothing major unless you are looking for something super professional. I like the size – fits in a pocket or purse for travel. I would recommend it.
It also takes still photos on a card – nice extra.
Easy to use, good value
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought this item used and paid very little. It hadn’t been used much.
I could use it right out of the box without even having to open the manual.
It is very user friendly. I like the mini DV format compared to the memory cards and DVD’s. Its much cheaper and can hold a lot and can be written to multiple times. I also had some old mini DV tapes lying around which I wanted to play. That’s why I decided to buy this and it has worked great.
Great Camcorder
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Canon’s ZR850 is a quality product. It’s user friendly. It takes great pictures and videos. I bought it from Amazon.Com who gave me a great deal.