Canon Legria HF G40 Video Camera - HFG40
- 20x Optical Zoom and 400x Digital Zoom
- 2.91 megapixels 1/2.84 type advanced HD CMOS PRO Sensor
- 3.5" (8.8cm) Organic LED touch screen, 100% view
- SM-V1 microphone
- Intelligent IS with advanced dynamic mode
- F1.8 to F2.8 (8 Blade Circular Aperture)
- AVCHD and MP4 formats
- SDXC/SDHC/SD memory card
- Wide DR Gamma
- Control settings remotely and share with Wi-Fi
- Simultaneous recording of AVCHD and MP4
- Full manual control
- Instant AF; Face Detection
- 2 Years Genuine Warranty from Canon Australia
Shoot your videos like a pro with Canon’s Legria HF G40 Video Camera and see how perfect your shots can be. With 2.91 megapixels 1/2.84 type advanced HD CMOS PRO Sensor, 20x Optical Zoom and 400x Digital Zoom, you can accommodate the videos in its most detailed imaging. The stabiliser and control settings can be remotely shared via Wi-Fi. Rolled into one compact body, this camcorder is perfect for video enthusiasts who want to complement their creativity with professional quality videos. With the Intelligent IS with advanced dynamic mode, you can say goodbye to blurry images. The cam records videos in AVCHD and MP4 format simultaneously and can be saved to the SDXC/SDHC/SD memory cards for future use. Video review can be shared through its 3.5" (8.8cm) Organic LED touch screen with 100% view and voices and third party sound are recorded via the SM-V1 microphone. Once you grab the Legria HF G40 Video Camera, you’ll be in full manual control while focusing to a particular object can be made in an instant thanks to the Instant AF; Face Detection. As for the Wide DR Gamma, it compresses high brightness areas flawlessly and offers an expanded dynamic range of 600%.
Product Features in Detail
Professional video quality
Capture outstanding high bitrate AVCHD 1080p video with variable frame rates in any light thanks to an extensive range of professional features and manual controls. These include a high sensitivity 1/2.84 type CMOS PRO sensor, a large 8-bladed aperture, Wide DR and Highlight Priority modes and powerful optical image stabilisation.
Versatile handheld shooting
The LEGRIA HF G40 offers great versatility in a compact handheld design. Capture broad landscapes and detailed close ups with the bright 20 x wide angle f/1.8 zoom lens and simultaneously record in both AVCHD and MP4 format. A high resolution, tilting viewfinder allows use in tight spaces and from many awkward angles.
Advanced connectivity
Wi-Fi allows remote shooting via your smart device with control of shutter speed, focus and exposure. A wide range of advanced connections include mic and headphone sockets, direct HDMI and AV out, a Mini Advanced Shoe and tripod mount, USB and dual SD card slots. Geo-tagging is also available via optional accessory.
Quick custom control
Enjoy fast access to essential functions thanks to intuitive touchscreen menus and touch-autofocus with focus recall. A switchable zoom/focus ring plus customisable function buttons and dial, which keep your most used controls to hand, speed up operation so you don’t miss a shot.
Creative footage
Switch between full auto, manual and Cinema mode, which lets you quickly shoot creative footage with movie-style filters that can be applied during or after recording. Get dramatic effects with slow motion and timelapse recording and capture great audio. Selectable focus speed adds to your creativity.
VIDEO SYSTEM |
Recording Formats
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MP4 / AVCHD
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Recording Medium
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SDXC / SDHC / SD (2 slots)
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Double slot recording | |
Relay recording | |
Max Recording Time
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Variable total, depending on memory card size¹
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64GB SDXC card: 24hrs 30mins²³ (not supplied) | |
SENSOR |
Type
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1/2.84 Type Advanced HD CMOS PRO
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Total Pixels
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3.09MP (2208x1398)
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Effective Pixels: Movie
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2.91MP (2136x1362)
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Effective Pixels: Still
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2.07 megapixels (16:9)
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Filter
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RGB Primary Colour Filter
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LENS |
Optical Zoom
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20x
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Digital Zoom
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400x
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Focal Length
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3.67 - 73.4mm
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35mm Equivalent Focal Length
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26.8 - 576 (without Dynamic IS)
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28.8 - 576 (with Dynamic IS) | |
Maximum Aperture
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f1.8 - f2.8
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Aperture Type
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8 Blade Circular Diaphragm
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Minimum focusing distance
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10mm
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Image Stabilizer
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Optical Image Stabiliser, Intelligent IS
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Filter diameter
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58mm
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Teleconverter Attachment
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Optional TL-H58
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Wide Attachment Accessory
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Optional WD-H58 (not included)
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Wide Attachment Included
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No
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Lens Cover
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Included cap, plus integrated cover on lens hood
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IMAGE PROCESSOR |
Image Processor
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DIGIC DV 4
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Face Detection Technology
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Yes
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SCREEN |
Screen size
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3.5" (8.77cm), 100% view
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Vari-Angle
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Yes
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Pixels
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1.23m dots equivalent
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Touchscreen
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Yes - Capacitive type Organic LED panel
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Touch Tracking
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Yes
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Touch Focus
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Yes
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Touch Exposure
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Yes
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Manual adjustment
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Colour balance, brightness standard/high
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WI-FI FUNCTION |
Wireless Bands
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2.4GHz / 5GHz¹
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Remote Control & Streaming
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Yes
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Movie Uploader
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Yes
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Playback via browser
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Yes
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Media Server
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Yes
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Web Service
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Yes
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GPS SUPPORT |
GPS Support
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Yes (via accessory GP-E2, not included)
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EXTERNAL HDD STORAGE |
Direct storage to external HDD
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No
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VIEWFINDER |
Screen Size
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0.24" (0.61cm), 100% view
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Pixels
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1.56m dots equivalent
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MINIMUM ILLUMINATION |
Minimum Lux.
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1 lux
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Night Mode
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Low Light (0.1 lux)
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Auto Gain Control Limit Adjustment
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Yes
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FOCUS |
Auto/Manual
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Yes / Yes
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Control
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Auto: Face Detection AF, Face Only AF, Instant AF, Medium AF, TV AF
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Manual: Lens Ring, Touchscreen LCD, Focus Preset | |
Manual Focus Assist
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Peaking, Magnification
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CREATIVE FEATURES |
Slow Motion Recording
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1/2 speed
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Fast Motion Recording
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2x, 4x, 10x, 20x, 60x, 120x, 1200x
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Video Snapshot
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Yes, select from 2, 4, or 8 seconds
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Touch Decorations
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No
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Story Creator
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No
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Cinema-Look Filters
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Yes, Cinema Standard, Vivid, Dream, Cool, Sepia, Old Movies, Memory
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AE MODE |
Smart Auto
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Yes
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Program AE
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Manual Mode: P, Tv, Av, M
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Scenes - Portrait, Sports, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Night, Low Light, Spotlight, Fireworks | |
Cinema Mode: P, Tv, Av, M | |
Zebra
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Yes
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BACKLIGHT COMPENSATION |
Backlight Compensation
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Yes (auto or user controlled)
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WHITE BALANCE |
Type
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FAWB
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Auto
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Yes
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Set/Preset
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Set 1, Set 2, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Colour Temperature
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Auto Adjustment Range
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2,800K to 8,000K
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SHUTTER SPEED |
Maximum
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1/2000 sec
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Slow
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1/6 sec
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IMAGE QUALITY ADJUSTMENT |
Image Effects
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Standard, Wide DR, Highlight Priority
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Custom Functions
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Brightness, Contrast, Sharpness, Colour Depth
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CUSTOM CONTROL |
Custom Control
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5 buttons plus dial
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STILL IMAGE |
Capture Image Size
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1920x1080 (not cinema mode)
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Simulaneous Photo Recording
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Yes
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Photo Button
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Touchscreen LED
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REC. REVIEW/REC. SEARCH |
Rec. Review
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Yes
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RECORDING MODE |
Recording Format
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MP4 and AVCHD
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Recording Mode
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AVCHD¹²
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1920x1080 50p 28Mbps | |
1920x1080 50i/25p 24Mbps 17Mbps | |
1440x1080 50i/25p 5Mbps | |
MP4¹² | |
1920x1080 50p 35Mbps | |
1920x1080 25p 24Mbps, 17Mbps | |
1280x720 25p 4Mbps | |
640x360 25p 3Mbps | |
Progressive Shooting Mode
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50p, 25p
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Slow and Fast Motion Recording
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Yes
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Multi Directional Inverted
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Yes
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Video Snapshot
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Yes (during recording)
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Pre REC
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Yes
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Colour Bars and Test Tone
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Off/EBU/SMPTE
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Timecode Support
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Rec Run/Free Run
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MEMORY CARD |
Secure Digital Card
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SD / SDHC / SDXC
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Movie Recording
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Yes
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Internal Data Transfer
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Yes, card A to B
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AUDIO |
Microphone Type
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Stereo Electret Condenser Mic
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System
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Dolby Digital 2ch (AC-3 2ch) 5.1ch surround sound (via Optional SM-V1 microphone)
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Audio Scene Select
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Yes
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Zoom Microphone
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Yes (customisable frequency response and directionality)
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Manual Rec. Level Control
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Yes
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Audio Adjustments
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Built in: Mic Wind Screen, Mic Attenuate, Mic Frequency Response, Directionality
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Input Jack: Mic Attenuate, Mic Low Cut | |
Audio Mix
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Internal mic with external input
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TERMINAL |
Headphone
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Yes
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Microphone
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Yes
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USB
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Yes (Mini B, USB 2.0 Hi-Speed)
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AV
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Yes (output only)
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Component
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No
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HDMI
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Yes (HDMI Mini Connector: v1.3, output only, CEC supported)
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Built-in Charger
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Yes
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Memory Card
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Yes
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DC In
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Yes
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Tripod Mount
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Yes
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ACCESSORY SHOE |
Accessory Shoe
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Yes ( cold shoe and mini Advanced Accessory Shoe)
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PC CONNECTION KIT |
Application Software
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Yes
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USB Cable
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Yes
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WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL |
Wireless Remote Control
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Yes
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BATTERY PACK |
Type
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Lithium Ion
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Intelligent Battery System
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Yes
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Battery Included in the Kit
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BP-820
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Max Recording Time (Included Battery)
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3hrs
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Long Life Battery
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BP-828
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Longer Recording Time
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4hrs 35mins¹
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DIMENSIONS |
W x H x D
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115 x 84 x 231mm (with lens hood)
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Weight
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900g (with lens hood and battery)
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This product comes with 5 Year Warranty from Canon Australia.
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Canon Legria HF G40 Video Camera
Compact Power Adapter CA-570
Wireless Controller WL-D89
Battery Pack BP-820
Stereo Video Cable
Lens Hood with Barrier
USB Cable
High-Speed HDMI Cable
Documentation
2 Years Genuine Warranty from Canon Australia
