The three 1/3" native 16:9 CCDs deliver higher resolution outstanding picture quality highly accurate color reproduction and a wide dynamic range with virtually no color noise. The XL H1 also features uncompressed HD-SDI (SMPTE 292M) and SD-SDI (SMPTE 259M) output as well as Genlock input and SMPTE time code input and output for multi-camera shoots.

1080i HD resolution

Selectable frame rates - 60i 30F 24F (non-progressive)

3 1/3" native 16:9 CCDs - 1.67M pixels each

Professional JackPack for quick and convenient connections

Genlock synchronization or SMPTE timecode input and output for multi-camera shoots

Uncompressed HD-SDI and SD-SDI output

Fine control of picture settings: gamma knee black master pedestal setup level sharpness horizontal detail frequency horizontal / vertical detail balance coring noise reduction 1 & 2 color matrix color gain color phase master red gain master blue gain master green gain R-G matrix R-B matrix G-R matrix G-B matrix B-R matrix B-G matrix

20x HD video lens with Canon XL mount 38.9 - 778mm lens

Super Range Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) system

Lens includes Focus and Zoom Presets for repeatable moves

Capture still images in HD (1920x1080) with custom settings

DIGIC DV II image processor for optimal image quality for both HD video and still images

2.4" combination 16:9 EVF and LCD panel with large bright display and adjustable position

EVF/LCD features Safe Area Markings (80% 90%) Aspect Ratio Guides B/W mode Zebra Pattern (70 -- 100 IRE)

Peaking and Magnifying Focus Help

Six custom presets and two custom keys allow you to quickly and easily retrieve previously defined picture and camera settings

SD/MultiMediaCard allows you to store up to 20 custom presets and transfer them to another XL H1

SMPTE timecode (also Drop Non-Drop Rec Run and Fee Run modes) and color bars

Clear Scan feature to match camera scan rate to that of computer monitors

Precise control of skin detail

4 cannel audio recording with independent control of levels for each channel (Also Locked or Unlocked mode in DV recording)

Wide range of connection options - BNC video component video S-video composite video IEEE 1394 2 audio LR connections with Phantom power Microphone terminal (3.5mm) Headphone terminal (3.5mm) LANC terminal HD-SDI Genlock timecode input and output

Record HDV images to DV cassette tapes: the camcorder records in HDV1080i and uses a Mode Select and a Frame Rate dial to select HD signals or SD signals and the frame rate. 1440 x 1080 (16:9) images in 24 frames are recorded (24F recording).

The Canon XL H1 Kit includes body, viewfinder and microphone, 20x IS 5.4-108mm zoom lens and shade, 3 lithium batteries, AC adapter/battery charger, remote control, shoulder strap, stereo cable, S-video cable, tripod and Pelican carrying case.