The Elura 50 is a compact and versatile mini DV camcorder offering a unique combination of features to produce both high-quality video and digital stills of up-to XGA (1024 x 768) resolution from the same camera. It's a camcorder that offers point-and-shoot simplicity without limiting your ability to take command and stretch your creative wings when you want.

The superior quality of digital video resulting from higher horizontal resolution yielding sharper picture detail and component color sampling preserves more color information than analog. Incorporates 10x optical zoom lens, digital effects, i.LINK input/output, color LCD monitor and image stabilization for shake free pictures.

Features:

• DV Format
  MiniDV is the preferred format for personal and broadcast quality video, highly regarded for its high audio and image quality. With up to 540 lines of horizontal resolution and minimum color noise. All this, in a handy, compact cassette.
• Image Stabilizer
  A high quality image stabilization system corrects camcorder shake instantly, so your videos always look smooth, steady and natural even when shooting hand held at full telephoto.
  The image stabilization system is even effective while panning and zooming.
• PCM Digital Stereo Sound
  Offers two digital modes, 16-bit and 12-bit. You can select 16-bit mode for high-quality, CD equivalent stereo sound, or 12-bit to record only two of four channels, leaving two channels free for you to record additional sound later.
• Zoom
  The 10x optical zoom lens perfectly transforms distant subjects into dramatic close-ups with no loss in image quality, and with the 400x digital zoom you will be able to bring the objects up to 400x closer by electronically magnifying the images.
• DIGIC DV
  is a system for achieving superior video and photographic images. Canon's expertise in imaging and electronics is flawlessly blended together, resulting in outstanding performance. It offers substantial benefits in color reproduction.
  DIGIC DV makes it possible to achieve accurate color for both video and digital photos. Since video and photos have different color requirements, DIGIC DV utilizes two different color techniques to maximize video quality on a TV and still image quality for print or computer display.
• VIC
  Embracing the industry's latest and most sophisticated technology, Canon camcorders feature an exclusive connection circuit, called VIC.
  VIC is a virtual powerhouse. Traditionally, multiple chips were needed to perform the camcorder's input and output functions. However VIC manages it all with one single chip. The result is seamless connectivity whether you are connecting to a computer, TV, or VCR.
• XGA High Resolution Photos
  The camcorder captures beautiful high definition photos. Just press the photo button to capture stunning XGA (1024 x 768 pixel) images onto the included 8 MB SD Memory Card. They may be captured at a variety of different image qualities and compression sizes(Superfine, Fine, Normal).
• Video Mode
  Utilizes high precision optics, a premium image stabilization system, and the latest processing technology to deliver outstanding video in all situations.
• Digital Photo Mode
  For added flexibility, you may take up to 700 still images on a single MiniDV tape (in SP Mode). The camcorder records the photos for approximately 6 seconds, as well as recording the sound for your verbal notes or narration.
• You can search through the recorded tape for your photos using the supplied remote control.
• DV Terminal
  An IEEE-1394 compliant DV terminal lets you connect the camcorder to a DV compatible computer, another DV camcorder or VCR.
  Transfer your digital movies to your computer's hard disk, edit your scenes, then use them to create high-impact Web sites, video e-mail, interactive CDs and DVDs, or a personal video album.
• Analog Line-in / Converter
  You can send an analog video signal from a TV, VCR or a camcorder into this camcorder and record it onto a DV tape, or convert the analog signal into digital signal, for direct transfer to digital video devices or computers equipped with a IEEE-1394 terminal.
• USB Terminal
  Allows high-speed transfer of images from your SD Memory Card or MultiMediaCard to your computer. By using the USB cable and software provided, you can process and organize your images on your PC.
• LCD Screen
  The bright 2.0" LCD view screen makes it easy to compose sensational shots without having to squint into the viewfinder.
  You can rotate the screen for high or low angle shots, or turn it around 180 degree to record yourself. When you're done shooting, the screen is perfect for reviewing your scenes.
• Color Viewfinder
  Incorporates 113,000 pixels provides excellent viewing clarity, so you can see the recordings in full vivid colors.
• Manual Controls
  The fully automatic camcorder gives great results even in the hands of a novice, while experts will appreciate the manual focus, exposure, white balance and shutter speed controls.
• AE Shift
  Lets you control how dark or light the camcorder sets the Auto Exposure level.
• Program Auto Exposure
  While the easy recording mode is fine for most shooting situations, the camcorder also includes additional pre programmed auto exposure modes (Auto, Sports, Portrait, Spotlight, Sand & Snow, Low Light and Night mode), each carefully designed to give you the best possible image results under special shooting conditions. In situations normally too dark for recording, the camcorder uses the Night mode to select the ideal shutter speed and sensitivity combination to brighten up the scene, without sacrificing color.
• Motion JPEG
  Lets you record short movie clips in Motion JPEG format onto the inserted memory card, for clear images and smooth playback. You may choose to record up to 10 seconds at 320 x 240 pixels or up to 30 seconds at 160 x 120 pixels.
• SD Memory Card and MultiMediaCard
  Expands video possibilities with a built in slot for an SD (Secure Digital) Memory Card or a MultiMediaCard, in addition to a Mini DV cassette. You can also capture small movie clips to the memory card in Motion JPEG format. Easily transfer images to your PC directly from the camcorder using USB and IEEE-1394. Produce effects not possible with just a cassette using the Card Mix Effects. Choose one of the sample images provided on the supplied SD Memory Card (such as picture frames and backgrounds) and combine it with the live video recording.
• Included Software
  With DV Messenger, you can use your camcorder for Internet Video Chat with Microsoft Windows Messenger through IEEE-1394. Control the zoom and focus of your camcorder or the person you are chatting with.
  Also includes software for image management and editing: ZoomBrowser EX (Windows) and ImageBrowser (Macintosh) which let you easily download, browse, archive, and retouch your photos. Automatically resize images and attach them to e-mail, arrange them for printing, and add text.
• A/V Insert and Audio Dub
  You can use this feature to insert new scenes of video from your VCR or other camcorder onto a tape recorded in SP mode. By using a recording in 12-bit audio mode you can add stereo sound from another audio source.
• Control-L (Lanc)
  Connects camcorders, VCR's, editing and Zoom & Focus controllers for precise control and ease of use during camera mode or editing and dubbing.
• Digital Effects
  Show your creativity by using the special effects and digital faders available with this camcorder. A wide selection of faders and special effects will add visual appeal and greater imaging variety.
  Faders Add a variety of transitions to your movies with a fade to or from black. Choose from Fade Trigger, Wipe, Corner, Jump, Flip, Puzzle, Zigzag, Beam and Tide.
• Special Effects For a more creative look, you can switch on the following digital effects during recording or playback: Art, Black & White, Sepia, Mosaic, Ball, Cube, Wave, Color Mask or Mirror.
• Multi Image Screen Divide your screen into four, nine or sixteen pictures with the Image Capture function. You can choose the speed at which the images are captured: Manual, Slow, Moderate or Fast.
• Super Night Mode and Low Light Plus Mode
  Even when the light has faded, you can keep on shooting with the Super Night mode (in Camera mode) and Low Light Plus mode (in Card Camera mode). The assist lamp lights up to illuminate the subject allowing you to capture the action without turning the lights on.
• Exif Print
  A worldwide standard that enhances communication between digital cameras and printers. At the time of shooting, vital camcorder settings and scene data are recorded with the image, resulting in realistic and reliable color reproduction. Poor lighting or mistakes can also be corrected, allowing photos to be even better than the originals.
• StitchAssist
  By using the StitchAssist Mode, you can create magnificent panoramas. Shoot your landscape, and transfer them to your computer. Then simply select and arrange your images in the correct order, and the supplied PhotoStitch software does the rest, aligning, overlapping and cropping the separate images to form one ultra wide panoramic still image.
• Direct Print Choices
  Connect this camcorder to a Canon Card Photo Printer CP-10 or a Canon Bubble Jet Direct Printer, without even connecting a computer. A single cable connects the printer to the Elura 50, and you can perform trimming and other functions right from the camcorder. Choose from a range of different paper sizes with options for borderless or bordered prints.

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