How do you stop the buzzing noise in video mode? So does anyone have this problem with the same cam or does someone have the cam that doesn't have the problem if so what color do you have?
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I seem to have the same problem. There is a faint buzzing/hissing noise (coming from the lens area) whenever the camera is on, and while filming video this noise is magnified many times. What I'm wondering is whether this is just a standard problem, or whether there is a subset of these cameras that make the buzzing noise, or whether there is anything we are doing "wrong". Edit: Well, after some more testing and looking at video taken with this camera posted on youtube (there are plenty), it seems like this is normal. Slightly annoying, but I don't think it's noticeable when you are filming outdoors. Anyway, I'm stil happy with this camera as it has an amazing combination of features, and I can really find no other faults with it. The 720P video quality is as good as or better than I would expect, and the sound seems great as well (aside from the buzzing).
704326
I have been using my model for 2 months now and no buzzing noise can be heard, I tried to figure out a way to adjust the brightness, but there is none...
789829
When i download my movies from this camera to my Mac, there is a disconnect between the video and the sounds. It's like a delay. Very annoying as i use it mostly for short clips of concerts. Also, there is a long delay between when i push the button for a photo and when it actually takes it (the photo). Are there fixes for for this? Operator error or is this the camera? Really thinking about selling it. But then what? I researched this for a long time and am disappointed.
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I'm just curious if you've tried recording something on the video setting and playing it back on your computer to see if the sound comes out. The "speaker" or playback on the cameras are piss poor, not that they should be anything great, but it might be possible that you can't hear it on the camera but the sound pics up on video and you can hear it on playback. Hope that made some sense. I hope it works out for you.
620874
I have never had this issue when recording videos...have you tried wearing headphones while making your video?
1263957
Well thanks a whole lot. I was having the same problem and was prepared to buy another camera since I have had mine for a few years and read how much it was going to cost to evaluate the problem. I smacked mine as well and it works. Will blow out with a can of air as well.
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The sound records on the videos OK and I can hear it when I upload them to my computer. But the camera itself makes no sounds whatsoever -- no video playback sound, no shutter sound, etc., despite what the camera settings are. It's almost as if its own speaker is not connected / broken.
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I'm wondering if you just have a bad unit. Can you explain a bit more how the video and images are poor? As with your other problems:- your HDMI problem may be a cable problem. Try another cable.- Is your TV 1080p? Typically, the video device detects what the TV can handle and switches it automatically.- Check if your camcorder has a setting to lower wind noise. It is quite common to have wind noise unless you use a special mic (those furry kind that muffles wind noise, seen here:Canon 2591B002 DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone for HF/HG Series Camcorders I'm wondering if you just have a bad unit. Can you explain a bit more how the video and images are poor? As with your other problems:- your HDMI problem may be a cable problem. Try another cable.- Is your TV 1080p? Typically, the video device detects what the TV can handle and switches it automatically.- Check if your camcorder has a setting to lower wind noise. It is quite common to have wind noise unless you use a special mic (those furry kind that muffles wind noise, seen here:Canon 2591B002 DM-100... » Read More I'm wondering if you just have a bad unit. Can you explain a bit more how the video and images are poor? As with your other problems:- your HDMI problem may be a cable problem. Try another cable.- Is your TV 1080p? Typically, the video device detects what the TV can handle and switches it automatically.- Check if your camcorder has a setting to lower wind noise. It is quite common to have wind noise unless you use a special mic (those furry kind that muffles wind noise, seen here:Canon 2591B002 DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone for HF/HG Series Camcorders « Show Less
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The motorized sounds you are getting are not normal in my experience. I have no sounds from the unit during video and no sounds out of the ordinary during normal everyday use. I would look into a return/swap out for another camera.
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Unfortunately I'm having the same issue. It continually records but it breaks as a 2 minutes video clips. I just got this cam not too long ago so I will have to figure out how to fix this problem and I'll let you know.
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http://www.learningdslrvideo.com/t2i-7d-disable-agc-rode-videomic/ Its not the mic ... its the camera. Either use the work around at the above link or http://www.learningdslrvideo.com/zoom-h4n-review/ you have to get a separate audio recorder and link it to the video in post. If you get frustrated, just remember the T2i is a PHOTO camera. Just appreciate that you are now shooting movie quality video for under a grand. At least that's what I tell myself to help me fall asleep at night. :)
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I just got my G9 yesterday, and noticed the noise as well. I read your posts and figured it was probably not a big deal. But I decided to call Canon, and they confirmed that it is the IS mechanism. To get rid of the noise change the IS Mode (under the tab with a picture of camera on the Menu) from continuous to single. Hope this helps.
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It may be the VR, which can make a clicking sound and humming sound. Turn it on and take shots, then turn off and take shots and see if there's a difference. Also, just test it when taking a shot; if it clicks and stops after the photo has been taken, it's the VR and nothing to worry about. VR includes little motors in the lens, so it's just those motors working.
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Are you using Phantom Power that supplies power from the camera to the microphone? Many people have said that using Phantom Power has caused noise.Also, check the adapter and the cable plugs, if the wire is loose or the conductors aren't seated right, this can also cause noise. I have had to replace the 1/4" to 1/8" adapter because the pin was loose and it was causing a screeching noise. I hope this helps!
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I have a slight noise on mine only when using the onboard microphone. Since I do not use this microphone, it is not an issue. I have hung a rode NTG 2 on the camera and recorded sound as close to the lens as the internal microphone. Not an issue. All Camcorders do this...... Manual operation will eliminate the noise as well. Good Luck!
874859
I have issues with the sound as well. I can hear but it is noise more than the real environment around the area. Anyway you have three bottoms one is for unlock the sound to hear other to talk and the last one for mute this three work separates so try again pushing one at yhe time and check if that issie continue return the camera I have another camera and I dont have this issue. I keep this because I can control the rotation.
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No issues with mine. Very good video and sound. Rarely use my nice digital camcorder anymore.