Canon ZR900 Digital Camcorder

Canon Updated: 2008-03-13 RSS
Canon ZR900 Digital Camcorder

Around the world, the name Canon means optical excellence, advanced image processing and superb performance. And Canon digital video camcorders are no exception.

Canon's entry-level digital camcorders are designed to deliver the latest in style, features and advanced technology at a most affordable price. Starting with our exclusive Genuine Canon 41x Advanced Zoom, which combines the legendary Canon lens optics with our market-leading DIGIC DV image processor to deliver a fuller range of image quality and more flexibility when you're shooting. The ZR900 is specifically designed to make it easier to capture great video, including a 680k Pixel CCD image sensor, 2.7" Widescreen LCD with a Soft LCD video light, Quick Start, Joystick control, Level and Grid Markers and more.

The microphone terminal on the ZR900 makes it especially useful for educators and trainers to carefully capture the audio they need to make most effective use of the video they shoot. It's also handy when you want to more easily record a live narration for your footage.

All this comes together to deliver brilliant video that you can easily share with family and friends. Easy to use, great looking and terrific value- it's the perfect choice for capturing all of life's precious memories.

Specifications

Power Consumption: TBA
Image Sensor: 1/6" CCD
Total Pixels: Approx. 680,000 pixels
Effective Pixels
tape: 16:9 - approx. 360,000 pixels (ADV.Z off);16:9 - approx. 450,000 pixels (ADV.Z on, wide);16:9 - approx. 360,000 pixels pixels (ADV.Z on tele)
Tape Format: MiniDV
Maximum Recording Time (with an 80-min. cassette): SP: 80 min.; LP: 120 min. (80 min. cassette)
Lens: Zoom Ratio 41x Advanced Zoom
37x Optical / 2000x Digital
Focal Length f = 2.6 - 96.2mm
Zoom Speed Variable / 3 Fixed Zoom Speeds
Max F/Stop f/2.0 - 5.2
Minimum Illumination: 2 lx (Night mode)
Recommended Illumination: More than 100 lx
Viewfinder: 0.35", 114,000 pixels, wide-screen
LCD Screen: 2.7", approx. 112,000 pixels, wide-screen
Dimensions: (WxHxD) 2.7 x 5.0 x 3.2 in. (57 x 92 x 119 mm)(not including grip belt)
Weight (not including lens and battery pack): 13.4 oz. (380g) (camcorder body only)