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Canon XA30 vs JVC GZ-MG36

    4.29 in
    7.17 in
    Canon XA30 Camcorder
    Canon XA30
      2.68 in
      2.72 in
      JVC GZ-MG36 Camcorder
      JVC GZ-MG36
      Available colors
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      During the annual NAB tech show, Japan’s own Canon announced they’re putting out two new professional-grade XA camcorders for the year – Their newest XA30 and XA35. These camcorders feature some of the latest video recording capabilities which should come as great news for most documentary producers or event shooters. Simply judging by their respective price tags, you can easily come to the conclusion these are aimed at professionals (for the most part), although enthusiasts shouldn’t face problems trying to make use of them the same. Note: At no extra cost to you, we may earn a commission for purchasesRead more
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      User rating
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      3.8 out of 5
      49 user ratings
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      2 stars
      		4 %
      1 stars
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      4.2 out of 5
      5 user ratings
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      Full Comparison

      Units:

      Sensor

      Canon XA30Canon XA30
      JVC GZ-MG36JVC GZ-MG36
      Sensor typeCMOSCCD
      Optical sensor size1.0 in1.0 in

      Optics and focus

      Canon XA30Canon XA30
      JVC GZ-MG36JVC GZ-MG36
      Optical zoom20.0 x32.0 x
      Digital zoom400.0 x800.0 x

      Screen and viewfinder

      Canon XA30Canon XA30
      JVC GZ-MG36JVC GZ-MG36
      DisplayOLEDLCD
      Display diagonal3.5 in2.7 in

      Audio features

      Canon XA30Canon XA30
      JVC GZ-MG36JVC GZ-MG36
      Built-in microphoneyesyes

      Design

      Canon XA30Canon XA30
      JVC GZ-MG36JVC GZ-MG36
      Colour of productBlackGrey

      Dimensions

      Canon XA30Canon XA30
      JVC GZ-MG36JVC GZ-MG36
      Height7.17 in2.72 in
      Width4.29 in2.68 in
      Depth3.31 in4.29 in
      Weight40.74 oz14.11 oz

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