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Canon DC50 Mini DVD Camcorder

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Pros
Top-notch image quality
Optical image stabilization
Cons
Some controls are awkward to use

$199.95 - $599.89
From 5 Merchants

Performance
Video image quality	Superior
Still image quality	Superior
Battery lifeTime for the camcorder's battery to go from fully charged to exhausted while recording to tape or disc with the LCD active.	Fair (90 minutes)
Overall design	Good
Video/still image recording media types	Mini DVD-R/-RW/-R DL, Mini SD Card
Image stabilization type	Optical
Electric viewfinder	Yes
Manual focus	No
Remote	Yes
Flash shoe	No
Inputs/outputs	A/V in, A/V out, FireWire, USB
Weight (ounces)	17
Dimensions (inches)	2.4 by 3.5 by 5.1

User Reviews for Canon DC50 Mini DVD Camcorder

Reviewed by: franlob

Duration of ownership:

Strengths: 5 megapixel still camera with many photo options. Remote helps navigate menus. Image stabilization feature.

Weaknesses: High sticker price for standard-definition camcorder. Hard to understand manual and software.

Overall Evaluation: What makes the Canon DC50 unique is the 5 megapixel still photo capability with many options, including continuous shooting mode. You can record photos on a microSD or on a mini DVD. The camcorder fits comfortably in the hand. The viewfinder sits back, away from your face, and can be angled for a better view. The remote option is a helpful alternative to using the joystick.As a first-time camcorder user, I am finding it difficult to learn how to use it without outside help: the manual and software instructions are hard to follow. On camcorder playback, the video images and colors looked good. I haven't finalized my first disc yet, so I haven't played my video on a DVD player or computer. The DC50 comes with a Canon mini DVD-R. When I went to purchase a mini DVD-RW, I was told that not all brands, such as Sony, will work with the Canon.
Reviewed by: neikusc

Duration of ownership:

Strengths: Camcorder works good if you record during day time indoor or outside and good quality.

Weaknesses: The software is unfriendly, but that is not a big problem.

Overall Evaluation: After researching on many similar camcorders from different manufacturers,I purchased DC50. What a great choice !!!This is my very first camcorder and nothing to complain about; easy to operate. I LOVE IT !!!