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Canon FS11

 

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  • User Score (76)
    8.4 8.4 from 76 reviewers
  • Expert Score (3)
    7.3 7.3 from 3 reviewers
  • Design (2)
    7.5 7.5 from 2 reviewers
  • Value for money (2)
    8.4 8.4 from 2 reviewers
  • Features (2)
    7.5 7.5 from 2 reviewers
  • Picture quality (2)
    5.9 5.9 from 2 reviewers
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. Camcorder Info

    Camcorder Info
    5 June 2008

    Conclusion The Canon FS11 is a good camcorder. The video performance is par-to-above average in moderate light, particularly the color. We wish it could have performed better in low light like the JVC GZ-MS11, but it didn't. This is a great camcorder for point-and-shooters or those who just want something they can turn and never have to mess with. The new Easy mode that Canon created this year is perhaps the best idiot-proofing we've ever seen. Read more

  2. CNET

    CNET
    7.0/10
    30 June 2008

    Convenient, well-designed camcorders that look pricier than they are, models in the Canon FS series--FS11, FS10, and FS100--nevertheless deliver typical budget video in line with their budget price tags. Read more

    • Compact, attractive design; mic input.
    • No optical image stabilization; ineffective wind filter; no headphone jack; modest video quality.

  3. CNET

    CNET
    7.0/10
    1 August 2008

    Convenient, well-designed camcorders that look pricier than they are, models in the Canon FS series -- FS11, FS10 and FS100 -- nevertheless deliver typical budget video in line with their price tags Read more

    • Compact, attractive design, Mic input
    • No optical image stabilisation, Ineffective wind filter, No headphone jack, Modest video quality

  4. expertreviews.co.uk

    8.0/10
    15 August 2008

    Camcorders that use flash memory storage are ideal for most PC users. Once you've shot your video you can quickly transfer the footage via USB for editing, archiving, posting online or burning to DVD. Flash memory is also lightweight and uses less power than a tape drive or hard disk. Canon's FS11 comes with 16GB of internal flash memory, which is enough for three hours and 40 minutes of recording. You could add a 16GB SDHC card to double that capacity for around £35. Read more

  5. InsideHW

    InsideHW
    14 January 2009

    All in all this is modern, innovative and easy to use camcorder adjusted to needs of most amateur users. If you are not amateur user and expect superb image quality in most lighting conditions, maybe this is not camcorder for you. On the other hand if you need camcorder with decent image quality, lot of reliable storage, easy to handle controls that will be used for family memorabilia this can be camcorder for you. Read more

  • User Reviews

  1. Best camera

    Amazon
    10/10
    Reviewer: Trail CAM PRO, Amazon
    17 September 2010

    The size and the quality of the camera is amazing. The zoom: you won't believe it!!! Search videos by date!!! Read more

  2. FS 11

    Newegg
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: Marvin, Newegg
    20 November 2009

    I ordered this camcorder and was almost sure it would not be compatible with my windows home premiuim vista 64 bit pc, but after going to the Canon FS11 web page I saw that they had serveral downloads and thankfully one of them was for vista 64 bit. I had called the software distributor ( Pixela ) and they had told me it would'nt work with the 64 bit system. ( THEY WERE WRONG ) It worked perfectly after downloading the updates. Read more

    • Good image quality and sound---16GB. internal memory & a SDHC card slot----good battery life----external mic terminal----USB terminal----37x opitcal zoom----- easy to ...
    • Low light could be better and my preference would be for it to be a little larger in size with a larger joystick.

  3. "I didn't think Canon made any bad products. Wrong!"

    CNET
    1.0/10
    Reviewer: Capnamerica, CNET
    26 March 2009

    MOD files will not work with Windows Movie Maker. Tried Prism to convert to AVI but the results were awful. I thought it took AVI when I foolishly advised a friend to buy one because, "if it's Canon, it's good." My old ZR45MC Mini-DV blows it away as far as video and audio quality. So does my friend's FlipCam Ultra. Horrible choice for YouTube! I am VERY disappointed in Canon for making this (expletive deleted) hunk of junk and making me look like an idiot. Read more

    • It's pretty and feels nice in your hand. The main thing I like about it is, it's not mine.
    • 1. MOD files 2. Terrible video quality 3. There is no warning label that says, "Beware, this camera takes MOD files."

  4. Good Camcorder

    B&H Photo
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: tsroque, B&H Photo
    3 January 2009

    I've really enjoyed the size, quality and convenience of this camcorder. I took it on our family trip to Disney, and was able to record hours of video on a full battery. By far, the good out ways the bad. BUT...I HATE having to use Canon's software to transfer my videos to my computer. The software is not user-friendly and you will have to purchase a 3rd party software to edit your video. Read more

    • Comfortable to Operate, Durable, Great Features, Great Picture Quality, Great Sound, Simple Controls
    • Poor Software

  5. Recommended Buys UK

    Recommended Buys UK
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: Andrew, Recommended Buys UK
    20 June 2008

    I'm reviewing the FS10, which is identical to the FS11, but only has 8GB of onboard memory (to the FS11's 16GB). FS10 Overview - It took several evenings of searching review sites before I chose a Canon FS10. I've never owned a camcorder before, and I was after a simple budget camcorder that wasn't restricted to just 30 - 60 minutes of footage, which you're restricted to on the mini-DVD or Mini-DV formats. Read more

  • WikiFreak Description

Canon FS11 weighs 9.2oz and measures (WxHxD) 2.3 x 2.4 x 4.9 in/58 x 60 x 124mm. Canon FS11 Flash Memory with Dual Flash Memory- record to both the camcorder’s 16GB internal memory and a removable SDHC card, extending user’s available recording space. Canon FS11 also features 48x Advanced Zoom. The Advanced Zoom extends the power of zoom and is the longest zoom Canon has ever offered.

The DIGIC DV II Image Processor designed specifically for HD, combined with a 1.07 Megapixel CCD image sensor provides …

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Canon FS11 weighs 9.2oz and measures (WxHxD) 2.3 x 2.4 x 4.9 in/58 x 60 x 124mm. Canon FS11 Flash Memory with Dual Flash Memory- record to both the camcorder’s 16GB internal memory and a removable SDHC card, extending user’s available recording space. Canon FS11 also features 48x Advanced Zoom. The Advanced Zoom extends the power of zoom and is the longest zoom Canon has ever offered.

The DIGIC DV II Image Processor designed specifically for HD, combined with a 1.07 Megapixel CCD image sensor provides users with Image Stabilization and sharper, clearer images and ensures optimal image quality. The DIGIC DV II Image processor features improved continuous shooting of digital photographs with the FS11. Users can shoot five 1152 x 648 still images per second.

Canon FS11 also comes with Lithium-ion battery which powers the FS11 and users can view the remaining battery life on the display screen. Canon FS11 also comes with a built-in Electronic Lens Cover, a USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Terminal for digital video streaming and ultra-fast transfer of movies and photos and a Microphone Terminal which can be attached to an external microphone when users need to record audio from a specific source.

The 2.7" Hi-Resolution Wide screen LCD on the Canon FS11 allows user to see more of what the camcorder is recording. The Canon FS11 Joystick makes using the camcorder easier than ever. The Joystick allows users to control Play, Stop, Fast Forward, and Rewind functions during playback. The Joystick also controls exposure lock and exposure compensation during recording. The Canon FS11’s Program AE mode automatically adjusts the settings to compensate for the conditions and subject and users can choose from Portrait, Sports, Night, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Spotlight and Fireworks modes.

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  • Manufacturer's Description

From Canon’s long history of optical excellence, advanced image processing, superb performance and technological innovation in photographic and broadcast television cameras comes the latest in camcorders. Now, with the light, compact Canon FS11, you can have stunning video with the ease and numerous benefits of Flash Memory, at an affordable price. Flash Memory is used in some of the world’s most innovative electronic products such as laptop computers, MP3 pla…

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  • canon fs11 pictures

    Can I take a still picture from a video I have taken?

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  • editing features

    My use: reference material for paintings. Can I pause or freeze a frame of footage I've taken and then save that frame as a photo using the editing software that comes with the FS11. If I took a digital photo of the paused frame showing on the fs11's LCD screen using the macro on my digital camera - would it be clear? or grainy? thanks!

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