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Canon DC10

First seen: 27 november 2005

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Great Deal: $26.95

  • User Score (77)
    6.7 6.7 from 77 reviewers
  • Expert Score (6)
    7.7 7.7 from 6 reviewers
  • Design (9)
    5.6 5.6 from 9 reviewers
  • Value for money (16)
    5.8 5.8 from 16 reviewers
  • Features (4)
    6.2 6.2 from 4 reviewers
  • Ease of use (19)
    5.6 5.6 from 19 reviewers
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Pros & Cons

  • nice size and grip, cordless recording, it s very convenient, incredibly sharp clear video, nice conversation piece
  • no built in lamp, unstable media loses data, initialization problems, video usually non transferable, enclosed battery

Around the world, the name Canon means optical excellence, advanced image processing, and superb performance. And Canon digital video camcorders are no exception. In fact, Canon digital video camcorders include the latest in camcorder advancement: the 1.33 Megapixel DC10 and the 2.2 Megapixel DC20 - the world’s smallest Megapixel DVD camcorders*. With this powerful pair, you experience all the image quality, convenience and compatibility of DVDs, in a thin, sleek and …

Specifications

Digital Video

  • Audio Recording system
    Dolby Digital (2 Channels)
  • Image Sensor
    1/4-inch CCD, approx. 1,330,000 pixels Effective pixels (movie): approx. 690,000 pixels (4:3) approx. 920,000 pixels (16:9 IS** OFF) approx. 790,000 pixels (16:9 IS** ON) Effective pixels (still image): approx. 1,230,000 pixels
  • Tape Format
    DVD-R/-RW
  • Maximum recording time
    (single sided: 1.4 GB) XP: 20 min., SP: 30 min., LP: 60 min. (double sided: 2.8 GB) XP: 40 min., SP. 60 min., LP: 120 min.

Release Date

  • First seen
    27 November 2005

There are many reasons that you may want to consider the Canon DC 10, as well as a few that could drive you away. First and foremost, the Canon DC 10 is easy to use and operate. So obviously, beginners to shooting videos will find this model to be a perfect choice. But on the downside of things the DC 10 does not offer enough features for advanced videographers to feel comfortable. Additionally, the image quality could stand for a bit of improvement as well. As you can see, the DC 10 is either a hit or…

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There are many reasons that you may want to consider the Canon DC 10, as well as a few that could drive you away. First and foremost, the Canon DC 10 is easy to use and operate. So obviously, beginners to shooting videos will find this model to be a perfect choice. But on the downside of things the DC 10 does not offer enough features for advanced videographers to feel comfortable. Additionally, the image quality could stand for a bit of improvement as well. As you can see, the DC 10 is either a hit or miss. Some people will love what it has to offer, while others will pass it by for more advanced options.

Even though DVD players are superior to VHS players in the home, this is not necessarily true in the world of camcorders. Although DVD camcorders such as the DC 10 make it easier to store video, they are not as good as MiniDV models as far as resolution and quality is concerned.

The biggest benefit of the Canon DC 10 is that it can burn videos to DVDs in real time. The DVDs are half sized 80mm discs that load into the side of the unit. The ability to accommodate these half sized discs is the reason that the DC 10 is shaped like it is; and this is a good thing. Holding onto and shooting with the Canon DC 10 is much easier than some models from competing manufacturers.

There is still a long way to go before DVD camcorders catch up in the way of video quality. The DC 10 does an okay job as far as quality and color is concerned, but it is not nearly as good as some of the competition.

For a beginner who is looking for a DVD camcorder the Canon DC 10 is a viable option. Just make sure that you also take a look at what the competition has to offer.

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  • Reviews of Canon DC10

  1. Reviewer: Easy Camcorder
    14 November 2005
    Overall 7
    7.0
     

    The Canon DC10 is one of two camcorders marking Canon’s first entry into the DVD camcorder market (the other being the D20). In the past, DVD cams have largely proven to be convenience-oriented gizmos with little to offer in the way of manual control. While some of them take decent video, they can rarely compete with comparably priced MiniDV cams. Canon had a few years to study the market before they released the DC10. Did they make any improvements? Read more

  2. Canon DC10 digital video camera

    Reviewer: Let's go digital
    6 August 2005

    Canon DC10 digital video camera : Canon launches the world’s smallest and lightest 1 Megapixel DVD digital video camera, Canon DC10. PictBridge functionality also makes the DC10 the first digital video camera to support photo printing direct from camera to printer. Canon, leader in photographic and imaging technology, is pleased to announce the release of a super-stylish DVD digital video camera. The 1.33 Megapixel DC10 is Canon’s first straight to DVD model. With... Read more

  3. Reviewer: Gadget Guy
    30 October 2009
    Overall 7
    7.0
    Value for money 7
    7.0
    Features 8
    8.0
    Ease of use 9
    9.0
    Performance 7
    7.0
     

    I have to say this was one of the most promising, yet disappointing cameras I have ever reviewed. That is a terrible shame because the problem is not in the camera itself but in the choice of DVD as a recording format. As I made clear at the beginning of this review, the camera is one of the physically best designed I've seen and it has a whole raft of excellent features such as Programmed AE, Tv and Av settings and so on. If you shoot your videos extremely carefully,... Read more

  4. Canon DC10 DVD Camcorder Review

    Reviewer: Digitaltrends
    4 February 2010

    DVD, 1 x CCD, Up to 2 Megapixels Still Shots, 10x Optical Zoom, 0.91 lb., Battery life: Up to 1.33 Hours Read more

  5. Canon DC10 DVD Camcorder

    Reviewer: CNET
    19 February 2007

    The Canon DC10 is a DVD-RW (8 cm) and DVD-R (8cm)-based, home-movie camcorder.Compared to other home-movie camcorders on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $460.This camcorder weighs 0.9 pounds and has a sensor resolution of about 1.2 megapixels. Read more

  1. Canon DC 10 Just lost all of my data

    Reviewer: Epinions
    11 October 2008
    Overall 2
    2.0
     

    This camera is a peice of ....., the second time now I just lost all of what I recorded on the disk. I tried to finalize the disk, but instead it destroyed the data on the disk and I can never get the once in a lifetime stuff recovered, if you purchase this camcorder you are makuing a mistake, I am very unhappy with my purchase and hope this little write up saves someone else some money and hardship. Read more

  2. Canon Lens Adapter

    Reviewer: Amazon
    30 June 2008
    Overall 8
    8.0
     

    This adapter should be sold with the tele-converter lens since neither can be used without the other. The adapter is an easy fit to the camera and it, together with the lens, easily swings down and out of the way. Focusing must be done with the LCD. Read more

  3. Canon DC 10 Just lost all of my data

    Reviewer: DealTime UK
    11 October 2008

    This camera is a peice of ....., the second time now I just lost all of what I recorded on the disk. I tried to finalize the disk, but instead it destroyed the data on the disk and I can never get the once in a lifetime stuff recovered, if you purchase this camcorder you are makuing a mistake, I am very unhappy with my purchase and hope this little write up saves someone else some money and hardship. Read more

  4. "Pretty careless experience"

    Reviewer: CNET
    7 December 2007
    Overall 6
    6.0
     

    I think it never allows you to start finalizing if the AC is not switched ON, But disconnecting AC while finalizing is bad news. That`s time and power consuming process and if it runs out of power before completing, bye bye data... I have shot 100+ cheap -R discs, LP mode on most of them, 2 lost data, not a bad percentage overall... Once I dropped it on a wooden floor from about 1.5 meters while walking and shooting. The disc finalized and the drop was recorded... Read more

  5. Poor support

    Reviewer: Shopping.com
    23 February 2007
    Overall 2
    2.0
    Ease of use 6
    6.0
     

    It's pretty simple to use which is great and WHEN it works I like the quality of video. I've attempt Read more

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