Canon XH A1

Canon XH A1

3-CCD professional HDV camcorders, 1.67-megapixels per CCD (1440 x 1080 effective pixels), with both HDV and DV recording capability; HDV Recording Format; Canon HD Video 20x Zoom Lens

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Canon XH A1 / XH G1

Outstanding Imaging Performance

•	3-CCD professional HDV camcorders, 1.67-megapixels per CCD (1440 x 1080 effective pixels), with both HDV and DV recording capability

•	XH A1 and XH G1 provide broadcasters, cinematographers and production houses with a full line of professional, high quality, cost effective HDV solutions

•	Powered by DIGIC DV II Imaging Processor for ultra high speed processing, improved colour reproduction and wider tonal reproduction

	-	A hybrid noise reduction system for virtually noise free video output

	-	Enable the camcorders to perform high speed continuous shooting and higher writing speed to memory card for faster card operation

•	Superior 3-CCD performance – 3 separate 1/3-inch 16:9 interlaced HD CCDs with 1.67 megapixels (1440 x 1080 pixels) for each primary colour

•	XH G1 comes with a professional jackpack which features HD/SD-SDI output with embedded audio and time code as well as GENLOCK synchronization and SMPTE Time Code In/Out functionality

HDV Recording Format

•	Record in both HDV and DV formats using MiniDV cassette tapes for convenience

•	Widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio recording capability for full cinematic experience

•	HDV 1080i recording format features 1080 effective scanning lines

	-	Employs same MPEG2 compression method (MP@H-1440 for video) as used in digital broadcasts

Canon HD Video 20x Zoom Lens

•	New wide-angle high magnification 20x optical zoom lens with full multi-coating on all surfaces to minimize flare and ghosting

•	Use of a fluorite and UD (Ultra-low dispersion) lens to correct chromatic aberrations

•	L-series professional lens with a 32.5mm(W) - 650 mm (T) (35mm equivalent) focal range delivers exceptional versatility for a wide range of shooting situations that demand a wide field of view

•	Focus and zoom position presets for flexibility and convenience

•	Manual iris, focus, zoom ring for smooth, fine adjustments preferred by professionals for want to be able to simultaneously adjust zoom, focus and iris setting

•	Feature Canon’s Super Range Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS) system (lens-shift type) to enable users to enjoy rock steady still/movie over a wide frequency range - from detecting strong vibrations right down to the slightest breathing motion

•	2 inbuilt Neutral Density (ND) filters – 1/6 and 1/32 ND settings for added image control

•	Auto Focus /Manual Focus and Position Preset available

Comprehensive Shooting Functions

•	Capture and output video in 50i/25F (for PAL model only) or 60i/30F/24F (for NTSC model only)

•	For a fee, users can send their XH A1/XH G1 to Canon Service Centre for optional 50i/60i upgrade conforming to PAL or NTSC standards

•	Instant AF System (Hybrid AF system uses both External AF sensor and internal TV AF system) for super high-speed and precise focusing

•	Auto Exposure (AE) Mode – an extensive range of shooting modes easily accessed via the dial for video recording

	-	Auto/Tv Priority/Av Priority/Manual/Spotlight/Night/Full Auto/AE Shift/AE Lock

Total Image Control

•	Skin Tone Detail enables for ‘natural’ skin tones reproduction and minimized imperfections

•	Colour Correction Function enable users to add tone effects to their video footage, reduces time for any post production work later

	-	Swapping a selected hue area with a gain-changed colour after specifying the colour range is possible (only the R-Y gain and B-Y gain adjustment ranges can be adjusted)

•	Gain +36 dB Assist Function for news-like or grainy image effect

Shooting Assist Functions

•	Marker Display for easy video composition

	-	Types of markers available: centre marker/horizontal marker/safety zone/aspect ratio marker/grid display

•	Zebra Pattern to avoid image white-out by confirming maximum brightness level.

•	Colour Bars (2 types of industry standard SMPTE color bars each available for NTSC and PAL modes) for accurate monitor calibration

•	Focus Assist Options- Peaking/Magnifying/Display

•	Other Shooting Assist Functions

	-	Clear Scan/Index Stamp

Audio Functions & Customization

•	XH G1’s embedded audio functionality help reduce risk of cable-related accidents and provides cameraman with more shooting mobility

•	Both XH A1 and XH G1’s 2-channel audio recording is supported for both DV and HDV recording

•	A inbuilt stereo (electret condenser) microphone is available on both XH A1 and XH G1

•	The camcorders allow users to store up to 9 different image quality adjustments in the camcorder’s body. Up to 20 custom presets can be saved and loaded from the memory card

•	21 different camera setting status can be stored in the camcorder’s memory and memory card which can then be transferred and loaded from the card

Connectivity Inputs & Outputs

•	Professional Jackpack (XH G1 only) located at rear end of camcorder adds more functionality to suit users’ needs. Professional Jackpack includes:

	-	SMPTE Time Code Input and Output: SMPTE Time Code can be recorded along with video to facilitate editing during post-production.

	-	GENLOCK: Allows users to synchronize a mulit-camera, live-switched production environment in the studio or on location

	-	HD/SD-SDI: Serial Digital Interface (SDI) terminal is able to deliver full resolution uncompressed HD/SD-SDI video output at a 4:2:2 colour space

•	XH G1 and XH A1 feature the following terminals and connectors:

	-	XLR terminal

	-	HDV/DV terminal (IEEE1394)

	-	Headphone jack with volume output terminal

	-	BNC type video input/output terminal

	-	LANC terminal

	-	Component output terminal

	-	Microphone terminal

	-	Video/audio terminal

	-	Memory card connector (SD/MMC)

Still Image Shooting Functions

•	Capture photos to memory card while simultaneously recording video to tape

•	Capture 2-megapixel photos at 1920 x 1070 pixels resolution to an SD card

•	A still image histogram and EXIF display available for more functionality

•	A wide variety of metering modes, shooting modes available

Low Light Shooting Modes

•	A wide range of low-light shooting modes and features available:

	-	Night mode: designed for situations in which light level falls, this mode automatically selects lower shutter speeds for proper exposure

	-	Spotlight Mode: delivers the proper exposure in situations where the subjects in the centre of the frame is brightly lit but background is dark

	-	Hot Shoe: Allows users to connect external accessories such as EOS flash units

Designed for Greater Operability

•	2.8-inch (approx.207K pixels) 16:9 LCD located on top for optimum usage

•	0.57-inch (approx. 269K pixels) 16:9 electronic viewfinder

•	High capacity battery

•	3-easy grip lens rings controlling focus, zoom and iris for independent operation

•	A anti-slip shaped handle ensures solid firm grip

Technical Specifications

Specifications for XH G1 / XH A1
System
Video Recording system	2 rotating heads, helical scan azimuth recording; HDV 1080i DV Consumer digital VCR SD specifications (PAL: Compliant with PAL System: 1080/50i)
Audio Signal Recording	HDV 2-channel recording – MPEG1 Audio Layer II (Sampling frequency: 48 kHz / Bit rate: 384 kbps)
Image Sensor	1/3-inch, 3 CCDs, Approx. 1.67 megapixels (per CCD)
Tape Format	Videocassettes bearing the “MiniDV” mark
Tape Speed	-Approx. 18.83 mm/sec (HDV/DV: SP mode) - Approx. 12.57 mm/sec (DV” LP mode)
Recording/Playback Time	Max. 80 minutes (HDV/DV: SP mode) Max. 120 minutes (DV: LP ode)
Viewfinder	0.57-inch colour widescreen LCD display with approx. 269,000 pixels
LCD Panel	2.8-inch colour widescreen LCD display with approx. 207,000 pixels
Built-in Microphone	Stereo (using electret condenser microphone)
Frame Rate	1080/50i, 25F
Image Stabilizer	Super Range Optical Image Stabilizer (lens-shift system)
AF System	Instant AF System – Hybrid AF (TTL-video signal detection system and external phase difference metering system) and Stable AF (TTL-video signal detection system) selectable.
White Balance	TTL 128-segments, new white extraction system FAWR. Includes Auto, Set (2 positions), Preset (outdoor: 5,600K, indoor: 3,200K), Colour temperature setting function. The colour temperature setting ranges from 2,800K to 12,000K (100K intervals). Initial setting is 5,500K. White balance fixed at “Auto”during Full Auto mode.
Terminals	HDV/DV terminal: Special 4-pin (IEEE 1394 comptible) (Both input/output) AV (AV1) terminal: Ð¤3.5 mm 4-pin mini-jack (Both input/output) VIDEO (V2) terminal: BNC connector (Both input/output) XLR terminal: XLR 3-pin jack (2 systems); Switchable between MIC/LINE Microphone input jack: Ð¤3.5 mm stereo mini-jack Headphone input jack: Ð¤3.5 mm stereo mini-jack Component terminal: 1080i/576i supported LANC terminal: Ð¤2.5 mm stereo mini-jack ONLY APPLICABLE TO XH G1 GENLOCK terminal: BNC connector (input only) HD/SD-SDI terminal: BNC connector (output only) - SD-SDI, NTSC: Compliant with SMPTE259M, - SMPTE272M, SMPTE RP 188 (LTC) - Pal: Compliant with ITU-R BT.656, SMPTE272M, SMPTE RP 188 (LTC) - HV-SDI: Compliant with SMPTE292M, SMPTE299M, SMPTE RP 188 (LTC) Time Code terminal: BNC connector, 1 system (input or output set manually)
Operating Temperature	For performance: 0 to 40â„ƒ, 85% (relatively humidity) For operature: -5 to 45â„ƒ, 60% (relative humidity)
Power	DC7.4V (battery pack)
Dimensions (W x H x D)	Approx. 163 x 189 x 350 mm (not including grip belt) Approx. 140 x 189 x 314 mm (not incuding lens hood and grip belt)
Weight	XH A1 Approx. 2030g (Main unit) Approx. 2260g (Including hood, BP-950G, Cassette and memory card) XH G1 Approx. 2100g (Main unit) Approx. 2330g (Including hood, BP-950G, Cassette and memory card)