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Canon ZR500 MiniDV Camcorder with 25x Optical Zoom | 
| Brand: Canon
Category: Photography
List Price: $299.99
Buy New: $289.00
as of 7/30/2010 09:28 CDT details
You Save: $10.99 (4%)
New (2) Used (9) from $134.99
Seller: jenjen248
Rating:  41 reviews
Sales Rank: 3974
Media: Electronics
Batteries Included: No
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Optical Zoom: 25
Display Size: 2.7
Maximum Focal Length: 65
Minimum Focal Length: 2.6
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.9
Dimensions (in): 0 x 0 x 0
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: 1176B001
Model: 500
UPC: 013803063714
EAN: 0013803063714
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Features true widescreen recording and powerful 24x optical zoom | | • | Widescreen 2.7-inch LCD | | • | Canon's Digic DV image processor for exceptional color and clarity | | • | Smooth Zoom Control function prevents jerky zooms |
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Product Description
Around the world, the name Canon means optical excellence, advanced image processing and superb performance. And Canon digital video camcorders are no exception. For budget-conscious consumers, the ZR family of cameras is a perfect balance between style, performance and affordability. ZR digital camcorders give you a variety of features, including Widescreen HR recording, pre-programmed auto exposure settings, a Firewire/DV Terminal and Canon's advanced image stabilization system. The results are brilliant video and digital photos that you can easily share with family and friends.
Along with its stylish Blue Mist finish, the ZR500 boasts Canon's longest zoom ever. It also comes with features found on more expensive camcorders. An easy-to-read menu system makes it a breeze to operate. The joystick lets you easily operate playback, focus, exposure and menu options with a single controller. And a big 2.7" LCD lets you lets you see exactly what your camcorder is recording.
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 ZR500 SUCKS!! January 15, 2010
L. Jacques (Escondido CA)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
This small and feature packed camera has one SMALL problem. It will NOT make itself available to the pc via the firewire cable!!
Bought new firewire card, new cable, removed windows SP3 etc etc etc...NO success!!! Reviewed websites, researched forums etc...
Buy a tested and working camera not this crap!!
 Just Average February 19, 2009
lorie08
This is my first digital camcorder and it's not as good as I expected. I have been using this for over a year now for personal use and casual outings. My main problem with this is that you have to put a lot of effort into getting a still, non-shaky recording. Since this is my first digital camcorder, I don't know if this is common. I have a much easier time recording video on my digital camera when it comes to the shakiness. It's not extremely shaky when fully zoomed out but it's not stable enough to easily record with one hand either.
The picture quality is average for a camcorder. I've only viewed the video from my computer so I don't know how it appears on a TV, but it's not really high quality or high definition on computer. The quality is only slightly better from a video from my digital camera. I like the zoom feature but the more you zoom, the harder it is to keep the picture still. You can always use a tripod but our old Sony camcorder from 15+ years ago didn't have this problem.
Other than what I've mentioned, I haven't had problems with it. The sound is good and I haven't experienced the motor noise. It is also a good, compact size and isn't much of a hassle to carry around. However, I think getting a good, still recording is the most important part and this camcorder doesn't do it for me. It's not worth $300+ in my opinion. I got it for around $200 when it was on sale but I still feel like it wasn't worth the price.
Also, for those who aren't already aware, you will need to buy the mini DV tapes yourself along with a firewire cable (cable for transferring your video to your computer).
Camera is fine but can't upload December 24, 2008
Kathleen Haak (Pittsburgh, PA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
If you just want to record your memories then this camcorder will get the job done. If you want to upload the video - well, forget about it. Depending on where you get it, the cord to be able to upload is $50.00 (on Cannon's site). I bought the cord on Amazon for a much cheaper price but surprise, surprise it doesn't work on my computer. When I bought my new computer in October I had high hopes for the camcorder but they have all been empty dreams. My personal opinion is don't waste the money - get something that can download easily on to your computer that way you not only get the memories but can also share them with others.
don't buy November 6, 2007
Calvin C. Aylsworth (Bremerton, wa)
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
camera works fine, up to a point. Controls are marginal and you'd best have the manual handy to figure them out. However, I recommend you don't bother buying it, it is NOT moisture proof, or even moisture resistant, and the electronic control board will corrode with the slightest dampness such as filming in foggy weather or light rain. And you cannot dry it out inside.
 compact with good picture October 27, 2007
Michael P. Mcdonald (Spring Valley, CA. USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I have a full featured Camcorder but needed an inexpensive small camcorder that I could slip into my pocket for a trip to Europe. This had more features than I needed, was cheap and fit easily into my pocket. I didn't want to carry a camcorder over my shoulder while touring. It worked perfectly.
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