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Canon XL1S

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A unique HDV camcorder that’s just as comfortable in the field as it is cabled to a multi-cam studio setup. Professionals will find a lot to like in the XL-H1, while enthusiasts and semi-pro events videographers would be better off looking at a less expensive model.Read more
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Pros

  • quality is still fine
  • XL1 is a very good piece of gear
  • solid and well-built

Cons

  • stock lens hard to focus manually
  • the NEX footage is quite horrible in the helicopter
  • it lacks weight

Key specs

  • 2.5 in

Canon XL1S - Pros & Cons

Canon XL1S

Pros

  • quality is still fine
  • XL1 is a very good piece of gear
  • solid and well-built
  • XL-1's stabilizer is amazingly steady
  • make it easy to shoot compelling lifestyle images
  • Quiet and relatively directional
  • The audio performed well in informal testing

Cons

  • stock lens hard to focus manually
  • the NEX footage is quite horrible in the helicopter
  • it lacks weight
  • using it as a prop
  • quirky design
  • lack of progressive-video capabilities
  • the Magnifying function can be switched on only when the camera is not recording

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Canon XL1S - Full Specifications

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Sensor
Total megapixels0.32 Mpx
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Optics and focus
Optical zoom16.0 x
Digital zoom32.0 x
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Design
Operating temperature5 - 35
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Image stabilizeryes
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Screen and viewfinder
DisplayLCD
Display diagonal2.5 in
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Dimensions
Height16.34 in
Width8.78 in
Depth8.43 in
Weight59.97 oz

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Canon XL1S Is a Canon XL1 worth using now?: Digital Video Talk Forum: Digital Photography Review
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Canon XL1S Canon XL-H1
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Canon XL-H1
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A unique HDV camcorder that’s just as comfortable in the field as it is cabled to a multi-cam studio setup. Professionals will find a lot to like in the XL-H1, while enthusiasts and semi-pro events videographers would be better off looking at a less expensive model.

Canon XL1S Canon XL1S Digital Camcorders user reviews : 4.2 out of 5 - 3 reviews - photographyreview.com
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Canon XL1S Digital Camcorders user reviews : 4.2 out of 5 - 3 reviews - photographyreview.com

Canon XL1S Digital Camcorders user reviews : 4.2 out of 5 - 3 reviews - photographyreview.com

Canon XL1S Canon XL
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Published: 13.02.2006
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Canon XL1S Canon Announces 3CCD Digital Video Camera
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tical zoom. It also supports high-resolution 16:9 recording, making it ideal for professional applications such as film and television production, wedding videos and documentaries. The XL2 includes key features that made the XL1s popular, such as the XL interchangeable lens mount and open architecture that lets users install optional viewfinders, microphones and system accessories like the MA-300 Microphone Adaptor for additional professional use XLR fitted microphones. Its magnesium alloy chassis and integrated handle retains the light-weight versatility and high strength of the earlier model.

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