http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/ Engadget Comments for Canon adds new S, M and R series VIXIA HD camcorders, two regular FS cams for good measure http://www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/Jan 5th 2010 10:49AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/
Because it just happened and it break's the normal news flow.]]>Jan 5th 2010 10:59AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/
Lol... nice.]]>Jan 5th 2010 12:14PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/
I love Canon to death, but their cameras are getting a bit stale. For the target demographic on their higher-end consumer/prosumer camcorders, there's very little reason to ever upgrade. Why not do something innovative, like bringing out a sub-$1000 1080p flash-based camcorder that supports interchangeable DSLR lenses? I know it eats into the mid-to-high prosumer catalog a bit, but there is a certain segment of the video population that wants more manual control, but simply can't afford to buy in at $1500+.

As it stands, I have an HF200, which does a fantastic job. I don't see anything in the new lineup to really get me interested in spending more money...]]>Jan 5th 2010 10:56AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/
Couldn't have said it better myself. I can't afford the high end cameras - but I would *love* something that I could set the gain on, white balance myself, and something that had a few more output options. Even if the camera ended up being bigger... thats fine. Seems like its either a camera like the current canon lineup, or its a $2,000 (new, MSRP) camera with more options. Something in between would be nice.]]>Jan 5th 2010 11:11AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/
Good call. I also have an HF200, which I like quite a bit. I think there's so much pressure in the space to refresh product lines but the technology doesn't necessarily justify it.

I'd love it if someone worked on a good compression method for AVCHD so that the 20 minute movie I shoot doesn't take up half my hard drive. Now that would create a compelling upgrade strategy, lol]]>Jan 5th 2010 11:23AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/
Actually I've been waiting for cameras that support the SDXC flash cards. Either that or a Canon camer with an SSD drive. Regular SD cards just don't have enough capacity. I will probably be buying one of these new S models this year. Probably with built in and SDXC ability.]]>Jan 5th 2010 11:32AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/What I don't get is how Canon are updating their line with just a bigger LCD and little else... but only releasing 1 (one, the most expensive one) with a viewfinder. Anybody who's used touchscreen phones knows that a huge, gorgeous LCD is going to be practically useless if you use it outdoors on a sunny day. So with no viewfinder, you're going to be practically shooting blind. It's a sad, sad trend, and unfortunately most manufacturers are following it. ]]>Jan 5th 2010 10:52PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/
I'm glad I saw this, I was about to buy a HF S11. The EFV on the S21 is a dealmaker for me, I'm hesitant about the touch screen though. I don't really know why you want a camera that supports SDXC cards, the S21 can have 3x64gb. The battery the camera comes with is only rated for around 2 hours of recording anyway. That amount of storage is the equivalent to nearly 70 hours of HD footage at 24mbps. there is no battery that will ever last that long.]]>Jan 5th 2010 11:35PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/
Canon added a touchscreen, Smart Auto (same as Panasonic's iA), Touch & Track (same as Panasonic's touch focus) and Relay Recording (same as some other manufacturers). Granted, they could have added all of this last year instead of being a step behind Sony/Panasonic but at least they have it now so if you wanted Canon's PQ with the features offered by others, now you have it.

As for the LCD in sunlight, you are right if we are talking about Canon's LCD. I have an HF11 and in direct sunlight it is visible but everything takes on a bright neon hue. I have considered trying a protective screen cover to see if it helps but I have my doubts. However, I also have a Panasonic HDC-HS250 and it is crystal clear in direct sunlight. The visibility and color are dead on just like always.

]]>Jan 6th 2010 4:16AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/I always thought, why not have SDXC capabilities. This way when SDXC cards come down in price I'll be good to go. But you are right I never even thought about the battery life. I also confirmed with canon that they are not SDXC cameras but just still SDHC. I'll probably still get one though since I'm in the market for one this year.]]>Jan 7th 2010 3:06PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/Jan 5th 2010 11:08AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/
and not like my HF200 2.7" @ 211000 pixels.


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yes the 3.5" are higher res, like sony's. Nooice!]]>Jan 5th 2010 11:21AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/]]>Jan 5th 2010 11:16AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/
have you seen the low light tests on the new cams? wondering if its any better. I hope so, cause the HF200 it not so good.

At least the threw the viewfinder back on the HF S21, and a better screen (finally).

]]>Jan 5th 2010 11:26AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/
I was impressed when i actually saw it with my own eyes.

It looks like these new cameras dont exactly replace the other 2009 models.

Maybe canon did that on purpose ?
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When will canon learn? Stop limiting us with functionality so that you can add new bits each year, you can add all the things we want this year. Same thing with apple's ipod touch/iphone.]]>Jan 5th 2010 11:48AMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/
On the cameras in the hf200 price range did anything meaningfull change or is it things like touch screens and stuff added? ]]>Jan 5th 2010 12:44PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/Jan 5th 2010 2:38PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/
Yeah I just spent some time looking also. It is also not mentioned at all in the press release. All the sites have the same information but the information is different from the press releases and the canon web site. The actual press release is here and only mentions Digic 3 and no mention of SDXC cards. If those really aren't in it then I'll wait.]]>Jan 5th 2010 5:15PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/
"Thank you for your inquiry about the specifications of the VIXIA HF S21.
We value you as a Canon customer and appreciate the opportunity to
assist you.

The VIXIA HF S21 is an Digic DV III camcorder. It is compatible SDHC memory cards."]]>Jan 5th 2010 11:00PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/Jan 5th 2010 6:53PMhttp://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/05/canon-adds-new-s-m-and-r-series-vixia-hd-camcorders-two-regula/Jan 7th 2010 5:05PM