Canon Optura 500 MiniDV Camcorder w/10x Optical Zoom
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • The best of the best.
  • Lots of features, fine video and good stills
Canon Optura 500 MiniDV Camcorder w/10x Optical Zoom

Manufacturer: Canon
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Product Features:
  • MiniDV camcorder and still camera with 2.2-megapixel CCD
  • 10x optical zoom lens (digital zoom to 200x) and image stabilizer
  • Measures just 2.1 x 4.2 x 4.0 inches and weighs 1.2 pounds
  • 2.5-inch LCD with 180-degree rotation
  • Mini video light, ring light adapter for close-up shot, USB 2.0 connectivity

ASIN: B0002H1KPU

Product Description

CANON Optura 500 - From summer escapes to winter wonderlands, life is meant to be savored. That's why Canon created the Optura 400 and Optura 500 digital camcorders. Enjoy the convenience of holding a digital video camcorder and digital camera all in one hand. Low and compact, the Optura 500 has swivel grip and palm pad... perfect comfort when shooting long days at sporting events or marathon birthday parties. The Optura 500 comes with a ring light adapter, a 211,000 pixel 2.5" LCD monitor, a deluxe wireless remote control. Programmed Auto and Manual Exposure modes 10x Optical Zoom with 200x Digital Zoom Enhancement Image Stabilizer 4-Pin Firewire DV port S-Video and Composite ports Stereo Electret Microphone Viewfinder and 211,00 Pixel LCD monitor Video and Still images stored on MiniDV digital-camcorder tape or SD memory card (8MB card is included) Approximate unit size - 2.1 x 4.2 x 4.0 inch / Unit Weight - 1.0 lb camera only; 1.2 lb equipped Includes - NB-2LH Battery Pack, Compact Power Adapter, Stereo Video Cable, WLD84 Wireless Controller, 8MB SD Memory Card, USB Cable, Digital Video Solutions Disk for Windows and Mac, and the Pinnacle Studio 9SE and Pinnacle Instant Photo Album software package Lens accepts 30.5mm Filters Canon Optura 400 is also available. It has a 123,000 pixel LCD monitor, a simpler wireless remote, and lacks the Ring Light Adapter

Amazon.com Product Description

Canon raises the stakes for all-in-one digital imaging devices with the release of the Canon Optura 500 (and the companion Optura 400; see a comparison table at the end), which is as adept at shooting digital video as it is snapping high-resolution digital stills. Shorter and more lightweight than its predecessors, the brushed silver Optura 500 weighs just 1.2 pounds with tape and battery and measures 2.1 x 4.2 x 4.0 inches. Like its sibling, the Optura 500 offers 2.2-megapixel resolution for fine video and photo details, a 10x optical zoom lens, image stabilization, built-in SD/MMC memory card slot, and PictBridge compatibility for direct printing of still photos to compatible printers. The Optura 500 also adds a higher resolution LCD, mini video light, ring light adapter for close-up shots, MPEG4 video for email and Web, and USB 2.0 connectivity for streaming.

Optics and Resolution
The Optura 500 has a 2.2-megapixel CCD, which produces 1230K effective pixels for video and 2 million effective pixels for still photos, for images up to 1623 x 1224 pixels (good enough for print enlargements up to 8 x 10 inches). Canon's camcorder lens features the same quality found in 35mm and broadcast TV cameras, and the Optura 500 has a 10x optical zoom lens that delivers good definition and contrast as well as a 200x digital zoom. In addition, the lenses feature a unique spectral coating to reduce flare and ghosting, resulting in optimal indoor and outdoor shots.

The RGB Primary Color Filter separates light passing through the lens into red, green and blue color components providing similar color quality found in professional 3 CCD camcorders, yielding truer more natural looking colors. Canon's DIGIC DV signal processing circuit makes it possible to achieve accurate color for both video and digital photos. Since video and digital photos have different color requirements, DIGIC DV utilizes two different color techniques to maximize video quality on a TV and still image quality for print or computer display.

Shooting Video
With the high-resolution 16:9 widescreen mode, the Optura 500 utilizes the entire width of the CCD (unlike some systems that electronically stretch the picture vertically) retaining image quality and providing a wider horizontal angle of view that is ideal for creating a theater-like experience. A variety of Program Auto Exposure settings allow for easy, optimal shooting in a wide range of lighting situations. The Optura 500 is also equipped with Manual Audio Level Control, commonly found only on prosumer camcorder models, and a swivel grip and palm pad, providing maximum comfort when shooting for long periods of time.

Offering improved compression over Motion JPEG, the Optura 500's advanced MPEG4 allows you to record the full length of your SD Card in high-quality 325 x 288 resolution.

Still Photos
The Optura 500 saves still image files to Secure Digital (SD) and MultiMedia (MMC) memory cards (an 8 MB card is included with the camcorder). It offers a number of photographic controls that make it easy to get the right shot, including:

Connect directly to any Canon CP-series Photo Printer or Canon Bubble Jet Direct Printer using the supplied USB cable. You can also connect directly to other Pictbridge compatible printers, and because the camcorder tags each photo you take with information based on Exif 2.2 Print standards, poor lighting and mistakes can be corrected automatically by the printer.

Other Features
A Mini Video Light allows you to shoot up to 4.9 feet away in total darkness. It can be switched on in any Program mode. For shooting close-up subjects (less than 12 inches away), the supplied Ring Light Adapter provides even illumination and prevents shadows.

The advanced Image Stabilization system works behind the scenes even when youÕre panning and zooming, shooting videos or photos. The Optura 500's large, high-resolution 2.5-inch LCD (211,000 pixels versus the Optura 400's 123,000 pixels) and color viewfinder helps you compose shots from any angle.

With the press of the Night Mode button, the camcorder automatically selects a slow shutter speed and increases the sensitivity of the CCD to brighten the image, while still preserving color. Two additional low-light settings can be assigned to the Night Mode button--Super Night Mode and Night++ Mode. When selected, Super Night Mode automatically triggers the white LED Lamp when needed to enhance the subject for shooting. Night++ Mode is used in the toughest lighting situations, keeping the white LED Lamp on all the time.

Connectivity
The Optura 500 connects to Macs and Windows-based PCs via a Firewire terminal (also known as iLink or IEEE1394), enabling high video and audio quality during duplication or editing. It's also equipped with a high-speed USB 2.0 terminal, which Windows Movie Maker2 supports, for video footage transfer and DV streaming.

An Analog Line-in/Out with Analog/Digital Converter allows you to easily transform your analog memories into digital, all in real-time. The camcorder also features a Network Mode, which enables you to remotely control your camcorder through the DVÊMessenger2 software application. Control the focus and zoom of your camcorder from a computer while streaming the video via its Firewire terminal.

What's in the Box
This package contains the Optura 500 digital video camcorder, rechargeable battery pack (NB-2LH), power adapter (CA-570), wireless controller (WL-D84), A/V cable, 8 MB SD memory card, USB 2.0 cable, ring light adapter, and Digital Video Solution CD-ROM, which includes:

It's covered by a 1-year limited warranty (3 months for the video head part).

Comparison: Optura 400 and 500 Major Features

Feature Optura 400 Optura 500
Resolution 2.2 Megapixels 2.2 Megapixels
Optical Zoom 10x 10x
LCD 2.5 inches, 123,000 pixels 2.5 inches, 211,000 pixels
USB Connectivity USB 1.1 USB 2.0
Mini Video Light No Yes
Web Movies Motion JPEG Mode MPEG4
Built-in Flash Yes Yes
SD/MMC Card Slot Yes Yes

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars The best of the best........2005-07-21

I have been using this camcorder for about a week now and
all I can say is WOW.
If you are looking for great video, pictures, and small size, then this is for you.
I could go into a long and boring review, but who will read it.
Just buy it if you want beautiful movies.

4 out of 5 stars Lots of features, fine video and good stills.......2004-10-20

I became a fan of Canon products after being so very pleased with their S40 digital still camera and S9000 large-format inkjet, which have both proven to be excellent. So, when it was time to acquire a new camcorder for my honeymoon, I made sure to see what Canon had to offer. Fortunately, the Optura 500 came out just in time for me to acquire one and get familiar with it before my trip. Having used it quite a bit in a wide range of conditions during two weeks in Spain, I am very pleased with it and can strongly recommend it to anyone who wants a camcorder that offers really good optics and more than just basic features.

I'll start with the weak points I have observed, since they may be of most interest to prospective buyers. This unit is positioned by Canon as a camcorder that is quite capable as a still camera. This is essentially true, but you should be aware that the flash on this camera is mediocre. The light produced by the flash does not provide pleasing color, and it is weak, with insufficient and uneven spread to provide proper illumination for a large subject, or anything more than a dozen feet away.

Another weak point is the Night Mode, which is not quite as fabulous as Canon might have you believe. On the one hand, it is amazing how the camera can increase its light sensitivity to record images in quite dark situations, such as a dimly-lit restaurant or deep woods. On the other hand, if your subject is moving at all then the image may have stutters and streaks to the point of being unusable.

Overall, however, I have been quite pleased with this camcorder, and it has far more strengths than weaknesses. I'll just list some briefly:

* I am particularly glad to have the very fine 16:9 (widescreen) shooting mode.

* The built-in video light, while a bit weak, is a welcome feature and can make the difference between capturing a usable image or not.

* While stills from my S40 4.2-megapixel still camera are clearly superior to the 2.2-megapixel stills from the Optura 500 (no surprise there), the Optura's have nice color and detail.

* I love being able to get good focus within inches of a subject -- great for close-ups of flowers and critters.

* The many controls are easy to use, especially the main buttons for turning on the camera and shooting. Most of the adjustments you might need to make quickly can be done via buttons, rather than thru menus and submenus.

* The automatic settings provide excellent results, but it is also possible to manually adjust many parameters, such as focus and exposure.

* Another feature I especially like for shooting stills is Auto Exposure Bracketing. Rather than lose the shot while fiddling around trying to get the right exposure set, you can just quickly run off three successive shots at different exposures and then choose the one that you like best later on.

* The camera is quite compact and light, with a well-made metal case.

* There are several lenses and filters available from Canon and other companies for this model. Unless your subject is always a person or fairly small item, I very strongly recommend a wide-angle lens, which will let you capture a lot more of a room or scene without waving the camera around.

* The included 8meg MMC card is too small to be of much use, but you can get them in capacities up to at least 512 megs at this point, and you can record video to the card as well as to tape.

* The manual was clearly not authored by Americans, but it is quite thorough, with decent illustrations.

In closing, I will mention that video and stills shot with this camera of both indoor and outdoor scenes, from museums and dark cathedrals to marketplaces and beaches, all look great. If I were to start my search for a camcorder in this class, I think I would choose the Optura 500 again.

Wish-list items for the Optura 500's successor:

* Increase the size of stills to 3 megapixels.

* Improve the quality and strength of the flash, and position it so that it is not cut off by add-on lenses.

* Add another bulb to the built-in video light to double the light output and make this feature much more usable.

* Add a few more software features from your still cameras, such as the ability to manually set the starting exposure and exposure range on the AEB, and a "vivid" color shooting mode for subjects like swimming pools and gardens.

3COM ROUTER 6040 ( 3C13840 )
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    ASIN: B0002Y6CSS

    Product Description

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      ASIN: B000MM8BYS

      Product Description

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      ACP-EP Memory USB 2.0 Mobile SwingDrive USB flash drive  512 MB ( EPSW/512-2.0 )
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      Product Features:
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      ASIN: B000AQK446

      Product Description

      The USB 2.0 Mobile SwingDrive allows you to take your files anywhere in the palm of your hand. Great for storing and transferring your MP3's, digital photos, games, spreadsheets, documents, presentations or any personal files from your computer. You can even run an entire presentation from the Mobile SwingDrive. The USB 2.0 interface is blazing fast with speeds up to 40 times faster than USB 1.1 and storage capacities are available up to 2GB (gigabyte). It's Windows and Mac OS compatible and does not require any drivers (except for Windows 98).This unique design has a protective aluminum cap that swings away from the USB connector for easy accessibility. The Mobile SwingDrive gives you the freedom to take your favorite files on the go without taking up space in your pocket. Go Mobile!

      Customer Reviews:

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      7-Outlet Advanced Surge Protector, 6" Power Cord, Platinum (FEL99004)
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          Aperion Audio 512D-LRC 2-Way Compact Satellite Speakers (Left, Center & Right)
          Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
          • One of the best purchases....
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          Manufacturer: Aperion Audio
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          • Frequency response: 60 Hz - 20 KHz
          • Sensitivity: 86 dB

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          Product Description

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          Customer Reviews:

          5 out of 5 stars One of the best purchases...........2002-10-23

          ...I've ever made. These speakers (including Aperion's 12" sub) are incredible. I've got the 7.1 setup teamed with Onkyo's DS898 A/V receiver and have been rocking for nearly 8 months. It doesn't matter whether I'm watching "Fight Club" or listening to Boney, the sound is always impeccable. They're beautifully constructed and while not made of solid hardwood their veneer is much, much better than any vinyl-wrapped speaker I've come across. The construction is solid----each satellite weighs 11-12 lbs. Sure there are better systems out there. I seriously doubt you'll find a better one for the price. To top it all off the Aperion sales folks are the BEST I've ever dealt with---in any line of business (that includes USAA Insurance and Banking, who are unbelievable!). You just can't go wrong with these speakers.

          6FT Universal Dvi USB KVM Cable with Audio
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            Athena WS-15 2-Way Satellite Speakers, Aluminum (Pair)
            Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
            • ws-15 great small speaker
            • Good for surround and music
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            Product Features:
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            • 100 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response; 100 watts power handling; 2.7 kHz crossover point
            • Gold-plated spring clip terminals; 4.2 x 6.7 x 4 inches (W x H x D) each; 5-year warranty

            ASIN: B000A405ZQ

            Product Description

            The compact WS-15 is a sleek 2-way design for any channel of your home theater system. The WS-15 can also seamlessly blend with the WS-100s and 60s in a multi-channel system to create a breathtakingly realistic soundstage. Lightweight, extremely efficient and attractive in appearance, the WS-15 also features a built in wall mounting solution. The WS-15 sounds awesome when mated with the matching AS-P4000 or AS-P6000 subwoofer.

            Amazon.com Product Description

            From the minds of Athena engineers comes the WS flat-panel speaker series--a versatile, stylish line designed for audiophiles on a budget. Each WS speaker shares a few common characteristics: high-quality injection-molded polypropylene cone woofers; 1-inch Teteron dome tweeters; crisp, clear, stunningly realistic sound; and a slim, richly designed speaker enclosure. The overall effect is powerful and attractive, making this a great system for anyone who wants to tease out the full audio potential of his or her flat-screen TVs.



            The WS-15 offers three wall-mounting slots and gold-plated spring-type terminals.
            Though the WS-100 and WS-60 speakers serve as the system's foundation, it's the WS-15 satellite speakers that help define the system's versatility. The WS-15s work as front, center, or rear channel speakers--though they're ideally suited for the rear channels--and mount on a shelf or the wall, depending on your needs. More importantly, the speakers boast a big sound thanks to the 3.5-inch cone woofers with rubber surrounds and the high-strength aluminum enclosures. As a final touch, Athena added baffles made of medium density fiberboard (MDF), which is not only sonically alert--it's a great material in which to mount transducers--but helps create a strong, resonance-free enclosure.



            The speakers' high-quality 3.5-inch polypropylene woofer cones with rubber surrounds provide a long excursion and low distortion.
            Of course, low and mid frequencies are only part of the Athena equation, as the speakers also come with Athena's legendary Teteron tweeters for dispersing loud, clear, and accurate highs. The tweeters' durable synthetic Teteron material is specially contoured to reduce distortion and fit into the custom-designed bezel, which amplifies and optimizes the tweeter's wide-ranging dispersion pattern. Teteron is also impervious to moisture, so it won't degrade over time, nor does it have any inherent ringing problems--unlike the tweeters built into many conventional home theater speakers. Plus, Athena uses the Teteron tweeter in all its Audition series models, making it easy to blend the WS-15s with other Athena speakers--including non-WS series models--without losing precious fidelity.

            Setup is a breeze thanks to the WS-15s' built-in wall-mounting solution. Each WS-15 features a rear leg under the terminals that functions as a base when sitting on furniture. However, if you wish to wall mount the speaker, simply flip it upside down and hang it from a single nail or screw. It not only offers a slot for straight-ahead mounting, but two additional slots for mounting at an angle. You can also flip the grille to match the new speaker orientation. It's that simple.

            Audio specifications range from a frequency response of 100 Hz to 20 kHz to a crossover point of 2.7 kHz to power handling of 100 watts. Finally, the WS-15s boast sturdy, easy-to-connect gold-plated spring-type terminals that work with up to 12-gauge speaker wire. Each speaker measures 4.2 by 6.7 by 4 inches (W x H x D) and is backed by a five-year warranty on parts and labor.

            What's in the Box
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            4 out of 5 stars Good for surround and music.......2006-12-22

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            Adaptec AAA 131U2 - Storage controller (RAID) - Ultra Wide SCSI - 80 MBps - RAID 0, 1, 5 - PCI
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              Adaptec AAA 131U2 - Storage controller (RAID) - Ultra Wide SCSI - 80 MBps - RAID 0, 1, 5 - PCI

              Manufacturer: ADAPTEC
              ProductGroup: CE
              Binding: Electronics

              Host Bus AdaptorsHost Bus Adaptors | Drives & Storage | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics
              ASIN: B0009LZ0C8

              Product Description

              Adaptec's Ultra2 SCSI RAID Card AAA-131U2 provides hardware RAID fault tolerance for entry-level SCSI servers and workstations. It has a 2MB cache module, upgradable to 64MB. It provides an internal 68-pin, LVD connector, an internal 50-pin connector, and an external 68-pin, LVD connector on a single SCSI channel. Up to 80 MByte per second total throughput is possible with up to 15 SCSI devices attached. This 32-bit PCI card supports RAID levels 0, 1, 0/1, 5 with hardware RAID features including bootable arrays, hot-swap and hot-spare.formance and configuration flexibility, the AAA RAID card family delivers robust fault tolerance that you can count on. All cards support RAID levels 0, 1, 0/1, and 5, and additional hardware RAID features, including bootable arrays, hot-swap, hot-spare, and more, assuring round-the-clock fault tolerance for your mission-critical data. Each product shares the same Adaptec I/O Management Software to take the complexity out of creating and managing RAID arrays. Its easy-to-use graphical user interface makes installation and storage management point-and-click simple. System administrators can manage storage remotely, create multiple arrays simultaneously, and automate routine management functions.
              Adaptec AAA 131U2 - Storage controller (RAID) - Ultra2 SCSI - 80 MBps - RAID 0, 1, 5, 0+1 - PCI (pack of 5 )
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                Adaptec AAA 131U2 - Storage controller (RAID) - Ultra2 SCSI - 80 MBps - RAID 0, 1, 5, 0+1 - PCI (pack of 5 )

                Manufacturer: ADAPTEC
                ProductGroup: CE

                Host Bus AdaptorsHost Bus Adaptors | Drives & Storage | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics
                ASIN: B000BVXCKI

                Product Description

                Adaptec's Ultra2 SCSI RAID Card AAA-131U2 provides hardware RAID fault tolerance for entry-level SCSI servers and workstations. It has a 2MB cache module, upgradable to 64MB. It provides an internal 68-pin, LVD connector, an internal 50-pin connector, and an external 68-pin, LVD connector on a single SCSI channel. Up to 80 MByte per second total throughput is possible with up to 15 SCSI devices attached. This 32-bit PCI card supports RAID levels 0, 1, 0/1, 5 with hardware RAID features including bootable arrays, hot-swap and hot-spare.formance and configuration flexibility, the AAA RAID card family delivers robust fault tolerance that you can count on. All cards support RAID levels 0, 1, 0/1, and 5, and additional hardware RAID features, including bootable arrays, hot-swap, hot-spare, and more, assuring round-the-clock fault tolerance for your mission-critical data. Each product shares the same Adaptec I/O Management Software to take the complexity out of creating and managing RAID arrays. Its easy-to-use graphical user interface makes installation and storage management point-and-click simple. System administrators can manage storage remotely, create multiple arrays simultaneously, and automate routine management functions.

                AGAIN & AGAIN RC-9620 JVC/Panasonic Older VHS-C Replacement Camcorder Battery
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                  AGAIN & AGAIN RC-9620 JVC/Panasonic Older VHS-C Replacement Camcorder Battery

                  Manufacturer: AGAIN & AGAIN
                  ProductGroup: Photography
                  Binding: Electronics

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                  Product Features:
                  • JVC/Panasonic BN-V7GU/PV-BP11 eq.
                  • 2 year warranty
                  • 2000mAh, NiCD

                  ASIN: B00006JP82

                  Product Description

                  Again & Again batteries have now been upgraded to Ultra! With more power, the best packaging, and the most competitive pricing structures in the industry, consumer electronics distributors choose Again & Again Ultra as their #1 supplier for camcorder batteries, related chargers, and an extensive line of cordless phone batteries. This product is equal to JVC BN-V5GU-V7GU, Panasonic PV10-12.

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