Canon VIXIA HV40 HD Camcorder


The Canon VIXIA HV40 is the new release in the large family of high definition camcorders. It captures stunning high quality video and exquisite image quality. Plus, it is also easy to use so you won’t make mistakes while capturing videos and images. Also included is a single cable that easily allows you to connect your camcorder to your TV for the highest quality play back. Grab one now and experience the Canon VIXIA HV40.

Canon VIXIA HV40  Pros and Cons:

Pros: Cons:
  • Easy to use
  • Quality construction
  • Unlimited tape storage
  • Good interface with camcorder
  • Strong color saturation
  • Bulky and awkward design
  • No performance improvement

Canon VIXIA HV40 Specifications:

  • Video Resolution: High Definition
  • Zoom: 200x Digital / 10x Optical
  • Recording Media: High Definition Mini DV (recommended) (63 min) or MiniDV cassette
  • LCD Monitor Size: 2.7-inch Multi-Angle Vivid Widescreen LCD
  • Still Photo Size: 2.96 megapixels
  • Camcorder Dimensions: 3.5 x 5.4 x 3.2 inches
  • Camcorder Weight: 1.4 pounds
  • Price Range: $677 – $697

Canon VIXIA HV40 Customer Reviews:

Manufacturer: Canon
Avg. Customer Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars (view all customer reviews)
List Price: $999.99
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(5 out of 5 stars) The Latest Revision of an Excellent Camcorder

Over ten years ago I bought Sony’s legendary TRV-900. It was a consumer camera so good and so ahead of its time that it remained on the market for four years – an eternity in the consumer electronics industry.

Canon has a similar product in their HV series HDV camcorders. They released such an outstanding camera two years ago with the HV20 that the two…

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(3 out of 5 stars) Good Camcorder, Mediocre Ergonomics

I read a ton of reviews from various sources before buying this camcorder, but I wish I had also gone to a store and held it in my hand. I agree with other reviewers that there is a lot to like about the unit, such as good picture quality, a viewfinder and good battery life. However, the ergonomics are surprisingly poor. My hands are about average size for most men, so…

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