Top Canon ZR900 MiniDV Camcorder Reviews

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Camcorder Summary:
The Canon ZR900 is an affordable camcorder with the familiar MiniDV recording format. It is a step down from the Canon ZR950 and ZR930 because it has a lower resolution sensor, less zoom, and lacks some of the features offered by the other two camcorders. The ZR900 has 41x advanced zoom, a 680,000 pixel CCD image sensor, and a microphone terminal. The ZR900 is available for about $249.

Canon ZR900 MiniDV News Release Summary:
Canon U.S.A. announces a new lineup of standard definition camcorders for a complete consumer recording experience. Models include breakthrough dual flash memory, advanced zoom and other proprietary technologies designed for superior performance, ease of use and top quality images.

Lake Success, N.Y., January 7, 2008 – A lineup of nine feature-rich camcorders with breakthrough technology to benefit the consumer – Dual Flash Memory and Advanced Zoom – as well as advances in image quality, ergonomics and battery usage, is being introduced by Canon U.S.A., Inc., at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The new models offer a variety of recording formats to appeal to every consumer lifestyle. Of the nine new models being introduced, three models record to Flash Memory, three record to MiniDV tape, and three to DVD.

The new Canon camcorder lineup includes: the FS11 Dual Flash Memory camcorder, FS10 Dual Flash Memory camcorder, FS100 Flash Memory camcorder, ZR950 MiniDV camcorder, ZR930 MiniDV camcorder, ZR900 MiniDV camcorder, DC330 DVD camcorder, DC320 DVD camcorder and the DC310 DVD camcorder. Also being introduced is the DW-100 DVD Burner. Canon's core expertise in optics and imaging is represented in each model, offering the best image quality and providing consumers a varied and wide selection, resulting in a complete and rewarding camcorder experience.

"We truly believe we have taken camcorders to another level of performance, especially with the use of Dual Flash Memory and Advanced Zoom - two breakthrough technologies. Regardless of the format a consumer selects, images will be of the highest quality. The technology features add up to a more enriching consumer experience," said Yuichi Ishizuka, senior vice president and general manager, Consumer Imaging Group, Canon U.S.A.

Leading Technology

Advanced Zoom – Closing The Distance On Top Image Quality
The new camcorders all feature a new Canon technology known as Advanced Zoom which enhances the zoom capability of each model to a powerful 48x, while maintaining stunning image quality. Canon's exclusive Advanced Zoom system combines Genuine Canon Optics with Canon's proprietary DIGIC DV Image Processor to achieve expanded wide angle and telephoto zoom, while retaining superb optical quality throughout the entire zoom range.

New Product Lineup

Canon ZR950, ZR930 and ZR900 MiniDV Camcorders
The new ZR series camcorders utilize the affordable and familiar MiniDV format. The ZR900 MiniDV camcorder offers a Genuine Canon 41x Advanced Zoom and 680,000 Pixel CCD Image Sensor, along with a microphone terminal. The ZR930 MiniDV camcorder adds the power of a Genuine Canon 48x Advanced Zoom, 1.07 Megapixel CCD, Multi-Angle Remote Control and also features a microphone terminal. The ZR950 MiniDV camcorder provides the added flexibility of an SDHC memory card slot for capturing photos, and a USB 2.0 terminal, which allows connectivity to PictBridge-enabled printers.

The Canon ZR900, ZR930 and ZR950 MiniDV camcorders are scheduled to be available in late January, at the estimated retail prices of $249, $269 and $279, respectively.