Canon FS100 Flash Memory Camcorder with 48x Optical Zoom (Blue)
- Capture video to SDHC cards
- 48x Advanced Zoom; image stabilizer
- Widescreen HR recording
- 2.7-inch widescreen LCD
- USB 2.0 compatible for fast file transfer
Rating: 4 of 5
Good camera. I got a solution 4 these .mod files
Rating: 4 of 5
Good camcorder
Overall, this is a great value camcorder. Focus could be faster under low light condition. Hard 2 focus when you try 2 follow the subject. Very shaky compare 2 the older DV model. You must have a steady hand 2 capture good video. Video file has "mod" file format which may not be recognizable by some player.
Rating: 4 of 5
Good Product, Poor Support
I am pleased with the camera, but don't try 2 get any technical information. I tried three times & got conflicting information between two & just a smattering of information all together. Canon's view seems 2 be that this is a consumer camera & no consumers ask technical questions. The support staff seemed ill prepared 2 handle even basic questions. If you purchase a consumer-grade camera from Canon, you are on your own. I guess you have 2 spend over $900 2 rate support.
Even though I couldn't get answers or specs, Some reviews, flash memory storage & the processing chip prompted me 2 buy the camcorder anyway; I could always return it if my evaluation was unsatisfactory. The camera performs well 4 the price, but, without complete specs, it is a guessing game 2 perform manual operations & I don't know what will happen if something goes wrong.
Tom H.
Even though I couldn't get answers or specs, Some reviews, flash memory storage & the processing chip prompted me 2 buy the camcorder anyway; I could always return it if my evaluation was unsatisfactory. The camera performs well 4 the price, but, without complete specs, it is a guessing game 2 perform manual operations & I don't know what will happen if something goes wrong.
Tom H.
Rating: 4 of 5
FS100 -SUITS MY NEEDS
Canon FS100 Flash Memory Camcorder with 48x Advanced Zoom (Silver)
I purchased the FS100 4 my wife's B-day. She wanted something 2 record our infants 'firsts'(rollovers...crawling, etc all that good stuff). I read a lot of the reviews & took the chance with the FS100 as my first camcorder. I got the package deal @ amazon w/extra battery & 16gb card. Pretty good deal compared 2 sale prices (e.g.at Best Buy). I also got an extra 8gb card & bag. Total (w/shipping $461)
Camera is pretty easy 2 use right out of the box(after charging) 4 a novice. There are plenty of features that you can use 2 fine tune your recordings...night time, snow backrounds, etc.....read the book...there if you need them.
While recording the mini joystick gets you through the menus relatively easily. You can turn on the LED light with about two movements if you wish. Sound is well, & you can play with that after the fact anyway.
I was tempted 2 go with an HD, but read mixed reviews 4 the both the FS100 & 4 HD devices. Seems there were issues with both. So, I saved at least $400 by not getting one of the comparible HD models.
I think the video on the DVD is fine....and I didn't have 2 do anything 2 the format or get another Program 2 do it. I used the software that came in the box. The only problem I had was that it would not recognize the particular DVD-RW I had. But once I stuck in a DVD-R(up 2 16x)walllah...it worked just fine....(for me). Again, I'm not making any professional videos, I'm just watching my new baby roll around on the floor. But plenty good enough 2 send DVD's 2 the grandparents & make keepsakes. I haven't had it that long yet, so I'll keep you updated if I run into any other issues.
One other note,...several people complained that the two software programs included do not have manuals. FALSE. The discs have PDF manuals on them. You must install the software first, & then you can open up the pdf's (I dropped them on my desktop) 2 lead you. They may not be the best programs 4 video/image stuff, but they are all I need. Definitely reccommend have an extra memory card. The software does take a long time 2 make DVD. Plan on kicking it off via the SD cardreader & walking away from your computer & just let it go. Then you can pop in your other memory card & still record if you want.
I would reccommend 4 others that aren't looking 2 make professional broadcast videos or something....I think it's fine 4 school, home, the kids soccer games....etc....stuff like that.
I purchased the FS100 4 my wife's B-day. She wanted something 2 record our infants 'firsts'(rollovers...crawling, etc all that good stuff). I read a lot of the reviews & took the chance with the FS100 as my first camcorder. I got the package deal @ amazon w/extra battery & 16gb card. Pretty good deal compared 2 sale prices (e.g.at Best Buy). I also got an extra 8gb card & bag. Total (w/shipping $461)
Camera is pretty easy 2 use right out of the box(after charging) 4 a novice. There are plenty of features that you can use 2 fine tune your recordings...night time, snow backrounds, etc.....read the book...there if you need them.
While recording the mini joystick gets you through the menus relatively easily. You can turn on the LED light with about two movements if you wish. Sound is well, & you can play with that after the fact anyway.
I was tempted 2 go with an HD, but read mixed reviews 4 the both the FS100 & 4 HD devices. Seems there were issues with both. So, I saved at least $400 by not getting one of the comparible HD models.
I think the video on the DVD is fine....and I didn't have 2 do anything 2 the format or get another Program 2 do it. I used the software that came in the box. The only problem I had was that it would not recognize the particular DVD-RW I had. But once I stuck in a DVD-R(up 2 16x)walllah...it worked just fine....(for me). Again, I'm not making any professional videos, I'm just watching my new baby roll around on the floor. But plenty good enough 2 send DVD's 2 the grandparents & make keepsakes. I haven't had it that long yet, so I'll keep you updated if I run into any other issues.
One other note,...several people complained that the two software programs included do not have manuals. FALSE. The discs have PDF manuals on them. You must install the software first, & then you can open up the pdf's (I dropped them on my desktop) 2 lead you. They may not be the best programs 4 video/image stuff, but they are all I need. Definitely reccommend have an extra memory card. The software does take a long time 2 make DVD. Plan on kicking it off via the SD cardreader & walking away from your computer & just let it go. Then you can pop in your other memory card & still record if you want.
I would reccommend 4 others that aren't looking 2 make professional broadcast videos or something....I think it's fine 4 school, home, the kids soccer games....etc....stuff like that.
Rating: 5 of 5
Gr8 camera 4 the $$$ & cute too!
Let me first give Amazon.com 5 stars 4 following through on the promised shipping date. That was truly a life saver.I was attending my sons graduation & I needed the camera OVERNITE. And thats precisely what I got. Cudos 2 you Amazon.
Now onto the camera. I LOVE it. I am totally electronically challeged, so it was great 2 see the ease & simplicity with which this camera operates. Not 2 mention the color is so pretty. I highly recommend this camera 4 the novice photog such as myself. If you are into making short films this camera is way beneath your skill level. But 4 taking pix of your kids on the beach or in a school play, it works.
Now onto the camera. I LOVE it. I am totally electronically challeged, so it was great 2 see the ease & simplicity with which this camera operates. Not 2 mention the color is so pretty. I highly recommend this camera 4 the novice photog such as myself. If you are into making short films this camera is way beneath your skill level. But 4 taking pix of your kids on the beach or in a school play, it works.
The FS100 is one of Canon's first Flash Memory camcorders. In addition 2 the advantage of added recording time, Flash Memory offers quick response time, because it doesn't have 2 wait 4 moving parts. The FS100's lower power consumption rate allows your battery 2 last longer. Measuring only 2.3" wide, 2.4" high & 4.9" deep, it combines big video storage capacity in a small, easy 2 carry body. The 2.7" Widescreen LCD on the FS100 lets you see more of what your camcorder is recording. With the FS100 you get a powerful 1.07 Megapixel CCD image sensor. The video you shoot will be sharp, clear & more true 2 life, as will your still photos. The Genuine Canon 48x Advanced Zoom on the FS100 extends the power of your zoom. In both wide angle & telephoto positions, there is virtually no loss in image quality throughout the range. The Canon DIGIC DV II Image Processor is the next generation of Canon's exclusive DIGIC DV signal processing technology 2 ensure optimal image quality 4 still images, even though video & still images have different color requirements. Focal Length - f=2.6-96.2mm Minimum Focusing Distance - 10mm (wide)/1m (tele) White Balance - Daylight, Tungsten, Auto, & Manual Programmed AE - Auto, Program, TV, Portrait, Sports, Night, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Spotlight, & Fireworks 2-channel Dolby Digital Audio (AC-3) 3.5mm Stereo Mini-jack Microphone Terminal Dimensions - Width 2.3 x Height 2.4 x Depth 4.9 (58x60x124mm) Weight - 9.2 ounces (260 grams)
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In regards 2 the camera, I really like it because it is small & convenient. What I don't like is that it is not good in low light & is very shaky when using the zoom. But 4 the price I really like this camera