better vixia hf s100 vs vixia hf200: what is the biggest difference?
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- Bigger lens and bigger sensor: 58mm instead of 37mm - New image sensor: 1/2.6", 8.5 million pixels (compares to 1/3.2" 3.3 million pixels). Brighter but potentially noisier given smaller pixel pitch - New DIGIC DV III image processor - 10x optical zoom (instead of 12x). However digital zoom 1.7x supposedly has no quality loss (due to high pixel count) - Pre-recording of 3 seconds (requires camcorder to be in standby mode) - Manual max gain controls: auto, 0,6,12,18dB - SMPTE color bars and test tone for calibration - Red, green or yellow peaking: highlight areas of the image that are in focus (also B/W option) - Zebra patterns 70 / 100 IRE (to indicate areas of overexposure) - Face detection technology - Video snapshot (shot recording intended for uploading to computer) - Custom dial. Assignable: exposure, focus (easier to control this way), assist functions, mic level, gain level - Left/right Mics on the sides of the camcorder. Pro: potentially better stereo seperation; cons: potentially you pick up more handling noises (slashcam.de measured slightly higher noise levels, no test on channel seperation) - Higher price: $1300 and $1100 (+$300). Prices go down normally after couple of months NOTE: copied from this thread: http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1146246
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I had the S8200 with 40x optical zoom and same sensor as the SL1000. I own a Canon SX40 and SX50 and both of the Canon's render higher quality images and will lock focus faster and hold it(especially at the long end) than the Fuji. I do like the Fuji colors though. If not going above 8x10 in prints, the Fuji is attractive. That said, the SX50 is a very refined camera that does everything very well. I suggest you visit BestBuy or anywhere that you can compare the two. Take a SD card with you and ask them to let you shoot some images in store or better yet, outside. Take your SD card home and see what you like/dislike. I had the S8200 with 40x optical zoom and same sensor as the SL1000. I own a Canon SX40 and SX50 and both of the Canon's render higher quality images and will lock focus faster and hold it(especially at the long end) than the Fuji. I do like the Fuji colors though. If not going above 8x10 in prints, the Fuji is attractive. That said, the SX50 is a very refined camera that does everything very well. I suggest you visit BestBuy or anywhere that you can compare the two. Take a SD card with you and ask them to let you shoot some images in store or better yet, outside. Take your SD card home and... » Read More I had the S8200 with 40x optical zoom and same sensor as the SL1000. I own a Canon SX40 and SX50 and both of the Canon's render higher quality images and will lock focus faster and hold it(especially at the long end) than the Fuji. I do like the Fuji colors though. If not going above 8x10 in prints, the Fuji is attractive. That said, the SX50 is a very refined camera that does everything very well. I suggest you visit BestBuy or anywhere that you can compare the two. Take a SD card with you and ask them to let you shoot some images in store or better yet, outside. Take your SD card home and see what you like/dislike. « Show Less
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I bought the Canon HTC-100 HDMI cable for my Canon Vixia HFS10 camcorder. The picture quality is horrible! The color is way off -- yellow and muddy. The supplied component cables produce a far superior and accurate image. Anyone have any advice or should I just return the cable?
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love it - perfect midrange camera to play with until the next generation cams come out in a year or 2.Yes - you can go with teh HFS 100 for only about 400 more. but why would you when technology changes so fast?Next year I will but the HFS100 equivalent for 200 bucks (using the 400 i just saved)Always go mid-range folks - do NOT be a measurebator and get stuck in the weeds.
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The only significant differences are lumens(brightness) and power consumption.HD25 = 2000 ANSI lumens ; HD25e = 2800 ANSI lumens.HD25 = Max 339W (Normal), Min 241W (Eco+), <0.5W (standby-ECO) ; HD25e = Max 262W (Normal), Min 191W (Eco), <0.5W (standby-ECO).You're better off with the HD25e as it is brighter and uses less power. Also, the HD25e does not come with a lens cap like the HD25 does, but this seems pretty trivial to me.
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According to my research there aren't very many differences between the 2 models, which is a bit confusing as to why there are 2 models that are so closely designed but I am just a consumer, what do I know. It appears from my side-to-side comparison that the main differences are going to be: *A little better flash for the FS25 *Faster and 1 more shot for the Continuous shot bursts *A more in depth metering sensor for the FS25 offering more detection points *The 25 weighs a bit more and has a slightly larger LCD (2.7 vs 3.0inches) And the FS25 of course costs approximately $20-50 more than the FS15 The largest difference to me is the design of the body, I really love the little hand grip that is molded into the front of the FS25 body, to me that makes a big difference when taking one handed shots, as I often do. Other than that everything is exactly identical between the 2 I would spend the extra $20 myself but that is just me Hope that helps Happy Hunting
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HFS100 advertises 3264x1840 video resolution. Do you need a monitor/TV of that resolution to see the quality? The TV's on the market only go up to 1920x1080, I think. Does that mean there is no difference in quality between HF200 (2304x1296) and HFS100 when watching on TV?Also, HF200 has proprietary Sony file system (people complained). Does that really bother you?
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The SX30 IS has been replaced by the SX 40 HS and I believe the FZ100 has been replaced by the FZ150. Both addressed problems with the previous models There is very little out about the Canaon yet, but the emerging consensus regarding the two is that the Canon has better image quality (very good quality for this kind of camera). The Panasonic's images while very good, do not match the Canon's and it doesn't have as much zoom (the Canon's and Nikon's zoom range is essentially the same), but it offers more features, including RAW, and significantly better LCD. Both have an articulating display far superior in operation to the Nikon. The SX30 IS has been replaced by the SX 40 HS and I believe the FZ100 has been replaced by the FZ150. Both addressed problems with the previous models There is very little out about the Canaon yet, but the emerging consensus regarding the two is that the Canon has better image quality (very good quality for this kind of camera). The Panasonic's images while very good, do not match the Canon's and it doesn't have as much zoom (the Canon's and Nikon's zoom range is essentially the same), but it offers more features, including RAW, and significantly better LCD. Both have an articulating... » Read More The SX30 IS has been replaced by the SX 40 HS and I believe the FZ100 has been replaced by the FZ150. Both addressed problems with the previous models There is very little out about the Canaon yet, but the emerging consensus regarding the two is that the Canon has better image quality (very good quality for this kind of camera). The Panasonic's images while very good, do not match the Canon's and it doesn't have as much zoom (the Canon's and Nikon's zoom range is essentially the same), but it offers more features, including RAW, and significantly better LCD. Both have an articulating display far superior in operation to the Nikon. « Show Less
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On the HF200 I have found that the Cinema mode with 24 fps is showing excellet quality and clarity. The video is fantastic. There are a couple of HD settings with FXP 17 Mbps or MXP 24 Mbps. The FXP is great for most scenes and MXP would only allow 3 hrs of video recording on a 32GB memory card. An additional note: AVCHD video recorded in MXP mode cannot be used with the otpional DW-100 DVD Burner by Canon to create DVD discs. You must use FXP mode if planning to use this optional burner.
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The HF10 is an older 2008 model, considered medium consumer camcorder, While the HF G10 is a newer 2011 high end model. The HF G10 is much better (and more expensive) than The Older HF10
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I do have a choice and I own them both. I take them both on field trips. The S100FS is faster in getting action shots, but the HS30EXR allows me to get closer to my subject. I usually shoot from a tripod using a cable release.
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the 200 has a way better cmos ccd, therefore way better video. go compare them at the store. the 2 lcds next to each other are like night and day.
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I have a Canon Vixia HFM 40 which I understand from Canon specs shown at http://www.canon.ca/inetCA/en/arcproducts/method/gp/pid/8607#_030 appears to have the same image sensor as the Vixia HFM 400. I find the video to be satisfactory. Camera won't focus from 1 foot away unless you use some close-up filters that can be bought inexpensively on ebay or for more money from a camera retail shop. I like the HFM 40.
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I am trying to find out the same thing. I have the canon Vixia HF G20 and some say yes and some say no, which is it?
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Sony customer support says that the difference is that the X1000 holds 4000 images and the V1000 holds 2000 images.
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I'm in the process of buying a Vixia HF-G20, if that's what you meant by hg20. I was just told by Chris at the Canon Support team that the WL-D89 would work with it. I'm still trying to get confirmation on that from a second source though.
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One reviewer says Vixia HF G10 owners won't find much reason to upgrade to the G20. The biggest differences are price (the G20 lists for $1099, while the G10 was about $1500), and much-improved low-light capability. Otherwise they're reportedly almost identical. I can't compare based on my own experience, but I *love* my G20!