The XL H1 is Canon's first high
definition (HD) camcorder. It combines Canon's many
years of innovative optical, integrated circuit and
camera design into a camcorder designed for use by
broadcasters in ENG, documentary and reality/episodic TV
production as well as filmmakers.
The XL H1 HD camcorder has a similar appearance to
Canon's XL1 and XL2 models, and has many of the same
features, but offers a much broader range of
capabilities, emulating those of cameras that are
significantly more expensive.
With the "Professional JackPack" on this camcorder you
can:
- Send out an uncompressed HD signal (through the
HD-SDI terminal)
- Input and output SMPTE time code
- Receive a Genlock signal.
And with the XL H1, you are capturing these images
through genuine Canon optics, which rank among the very
best in the world. Of course, this camcorder offers
interchangeable lenses and the "open architecture" that
has become a hallmark of Canon's XL series of
camcorders. But that's just where the creative
flexibility begins. With the image control functions of
the XL H1 you get unparalleled
control over the image. From luminance to color
saturation to latitude, every aspect of the image can be
manipulated to deliver whatever "look" best suits your
needs.
The XL H1 camcorder offers the ability to customize the
image using a number of variables. These include: three
color matrixes for a wide range of color correction and
two cine gammas for intricate adjustment of dynamic
range; customizable knee, black stretch, horizontal
detail, coring, sharpness, noise reduction, color gain,
hue and master color adjustments. Each setting can be
modified independently, giving the user precise control
over the video's appearance.
The XL H1's image settings allow complete control over
the image, whether you're seeking that unique look or
matching another camera. This type of versatility is
unmatched in this product class.
Combined with other XL H1 features such as: three
1440x1080 CCDs, HD-SDI output, Time Code in/out, Gen
Lock in and 20x HD lens with built-in Optical Image
Stabilization, the XL H1 is the price/performance leader
in the industry.
The Canon XL H1 is fully equipped with the professional
features for any situation, from guerilla-style documentaries to studio
broadcast environments (ENG, documentary and
reality/episodic TV production) to feature film
productions.
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