Canon ES60 Hi-8 Analog Camcorder

Canon ES60 Hi-8 Analog Camcorder
alaScore 72

15 reviews

May, 2013

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 15 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the zoom and portability. The image quality and value for money are also appreciated. The viewfinder and color get mixed opinions.

usability, value for money, image quality, portability, zoom

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Canon ES60 Hi-8 Analog Camcorder is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 72/100 = Good quality.

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Amazon review summary for the Canon ES60 Hi-8 Analog Camcorder

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 10 user reviews of the Canon ES60 Hi-8 Analog Camcorder from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

usability, portability, image quality, value for money, zoom

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Canon ES60 - High-Quality Camcorder - Best in its class - Outclasses Many New Mini-Dv Video Cameras

 

Canon ES60 - High-Quality Camcorder - Best in its class - Outclasses Many New Mini-Dv Video Cameras

I used to own this camcorder and unfortunately I chose to sell it and buy a newer Mini-DV Video Camera. Over the period of time that I owned it, I only used it a couple of times; however, with today's new technology and using Nero 8, I could convert...

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Canon ES-60 Hi-8

 
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Canon ES-60 Hi-8

 

This camera is adequate for almost any event or activity. Since I have bought it though, the technology for computer capabilities exceed this model. If only some techi(s) could made a ready "fire wire adapter" for that model. Maybe you have already got...

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Canon ES-60 Hi-8

 

High-Resolution Color ViewfinderTime Base CorrectorProgrammed Auto-ExposureDigital EffectsPoint-and-Shoot Simplicity

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Good for the Price

 

It is amazing how far technology has come when you consider video cameras. My first camcorder cost about $1000.00 and was huge, the battery life sucked and picture quality was so-so. Buying a new one was quite a learning experience. The Canon ES60 ...

ease of use.

picture quality could be better, no LCD

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Nice camcorder

 

Nice camcorder

I was given the ES60 as a gift, and I think its a wonderful camera, especially for the price. The digital effects and titling are great for filming events and holidays.

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A great camcorder for the price.

 

When our daughter turned eight months old my husband and I decided it was about time we got a camcorder. We didn't want to spend too much; we just wanted something simple to operate that would make good quality films to capture her precious first words...

Affordable, great picture and sound, easy to use.

No LCD screen, No image stabilizer, but can't really complain at this price.

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Canon ES60 Hi8 Camcorder

 

Greater starter camcorder

This camcorder is very affordable and easy to use for beginners. My husband has always strayed from "technology" but can use this camera easily. I like that the camera has many options (fading in/out, titles, dates etc.)that make using the camera a...

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Greater starter camcorder

 

Greater starter camcorder

This camcorder is very affordable and easy to use for beginners. My husband has always strayed from "technology" but can use this camera easily. I like that the camera has many options (fading in/out, titles, dates etc.)that make using the camera a...

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Product Specifications

Canon continues to develop camcorders that are feature-rich and easy to use for first-time family home-movie makers to professional filmmakers. New ES60 Hi8 model is designed to provide beginners easy access to some features found even in high-end video camcorders and offer the most value for the money. This affordable camcorder sports a "sleeker look" attributable to a newly designed compact and lightweight 22x zoom lens. It's easy to use to capture family gatherings, vacations, sports and school achievements, and the many other milestones that will occur in the years ahead. When that great video opportunity arises, you may not have time to deal with focus, exposure and white balance. Fortunately, Canon ES60 camcorder can take care of all these details for you. Simply turn the camcorder on and you're ready to record. ES60 top-quality Canon lens magnifies your creative possibilities. Its powerful optical zoom range covers everything from sweeping panoramas to action-grabbing telephoto shots. The high quality digital zoom increases the magnification to 700x - for even more dramatic results.

Audio Input

Microphone Operation Mode:Mono
Microphone Technology:Electret condenser
Type:Microphone

Battery

Battery Form Factor:Manufacturer specific

Camcorder Features

Low Lux / Night Mode: Yes

Camera Flash

Type: None

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:6.7in
Height:4.1in
Weight:1.3lbs
Width:3.7in

Display (Projector)

Type:None.

Exposure Parameters

Shooting Programs:Portrait mode / Sand & snow / Sports mode / Spotlight

Header

Localization:English
Manufacturer:Canon
Model:60
Packaged Quantity:1
Product Line:Canon ES

Lens System

Lens Aperture:F/1.6-3.8
Max Focal Length:79.2mm
Min Focal Length:3.6mm
Optical Zoom:22
Type:Zoom lens

Miscellaneous

Color:Black / Metallic silver

Optical Sensor

Camcorder Effective Video Resolution:250Kpix
Camcorder Sensor Resolution:270Kpix
Optical Sensor Size:1/4"
Optical Sensor Size (metric):6.4 mm ( 1/4 ) / 6.4 mm ( 1/4" )
Optical Sensor Type:CCD
Sensor Qty:1CCD

Optical System

Image Stabilizer: None

Service & Support

Type:1 year warranty

Storage Floppy Drive

Type: None

Video Input

Digital Zoom:700
Media Type:Hi8
Special Effects:Art / Black & White / Cinema / Mirror / Mosaic / Negative / Sepia
Type:Camcorder

Viewfinder

Viewfinder Color Support:Color
Viewfinder Type:LCD
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