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From summer escapes to winter wonderlands, life is meant to be savored. That's why Canon created the Optura 500 digital camcorder. Enjoy the convenience of holding a digital video camcorder and digital camera all in one hand. Low and compact, the Optura 500 camcorder features a swivel grip and palm pad... perfect comfort when shooting long days at sporting events or marathon birthday parties. For those desiring stunning videos and photos, supreme ease-of-use and powerful versatility, Canon's Optura 500 camcorder has it all. Incorporating Canon's latest digital technologies, the Optura 500 digital camcorder comes complete with features normally reserved for higher-end professional camcorders and cameras. Shoot, watch, print and share your favorite memories in vivid clarity and stunning color. Best of all, the Optura camcorders are easy to use, allowing you to enjoy every second of every moment.

Product Identifiers

BrandCanon

MPN9539A003

UPC0013803040920

Model500

eBay Product ID (ePID)99972152

Product Key Features

Digital Zoom200x

Storage TypeRemovable (Card/Disc/Tape)

Recording DefinitionStandard Definition

TypeProfessional

ColorSilver

Media FormatMiniDV

SeriesCanon Optura

Optical Zoom10x

Dimensions

Depth3.98in

Width2.09in

Weight16.91 Oz.

Height4.21in

Additional Product Features

Effective Video Resolution1.2MP

Viewfinder Diagonal Size0.33in

Screen DetailsLCD Display-Tft Active Matrix-2.5"-Color

Sensor TypeCCD

Max Shutter Speed1/2000 Sec

Lens TypeZoom Lens

Shooting ModesFrame Movie Mode, Digital Photo Mode

Battery Form FactorManufacturer Specific

Focus AdjustmentManual, Automatic

Operating System SupportedMs Windows XP, Ms Windows ME, Apple Mac Os 9.0-9.2, Ms Windows 2000, Apple Mac Os X 10.1-10.2, Ms Windows 98, Apple Mac OS 9, Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os 9.2

Expansion Slot1X SD Memory Card

Sensor Size1/3.4in

Display Size2.5in

Still Image FormatJPEG

Exposure ModesProgram, Aperture-Priority, Shutter-Priority, Automatic

Webcam CapabilityYes

Microphone Operation ModeStereo

Display RotationRotating

Digital Video FormatMPEG-4, Mjpeg

Screen Size2.0 in.5"

Family LineCanon Optura

Effective Still Resolution2.0MP

Max Operating Temperature40°C

Optical Sensor Qty1

Min Shutter Speed1/2 Sec

Night ModeYes

Focal Length Range4.7mm-47mm

Display TypeLCD

Min Illumination1.1 Lux

Widescreen Video CaptureYes

Lens Filter Size30.5mm

Exposure MeteringEvaluative, Spot, Center-Weighted

Additional FeaturesBuilt-In Speaker, 16:9 Widescreen Mode, Accessories Hot Shoe, Direct Print, Still Shot Capability, Dpof Support, Auto Power Save, Color Viewfinder

Resolution2.2MP

Flash TypeBuilt-In Flash

Recording SpeedLP, Sp

Min Operating Temperature0°C

Recording SystemNTSC

Microphone TypeMicrophone-Built-In-Electret Condenser-Stereo

Connector Types1X Microphone, 1X DC Power Input, 1X S-Video Input / Output, 1X IEEE 1394 (FireWire/I.Link), 1X USB, 1X Composite Video/Audio (Input/Output)

Flash ModesRed-Eye Reduction, Fill-In Mode, Auto Mode

Auto Focus TypeTTL Contrast Detection

Viewfinder TypeLCD

Supported Flash MemoryMultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card

Continuous Shooting Speed5fps, 3fps

Battery BrandCanon NB-2lh

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Easy to use

Good image quality

Lightweight

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by exp_42
14 Nov, 2018
Very good pictures.high resolution as what I want.So next I will buy Super 8 movie camera XL 1014,& edittings.
very Best ,I could work perfectly.I like very much.but I think I must get another spare battery.now one is out.
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