Canon VIXIA HF R20 Full HD Camcorder with 8GB Internal Flash Memory (Black)

alaTest has collected and analyzed 51 reviews from magazines and websites. Views about the memory and portability are on the whole positive. The connectivity and image quality are also appreciated. Many are critical about the battery.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Canon VIXIA HF R20 High Definition 8GB Dual Flash Memory Camcorder is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 84/100 = Very good quality.

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Small, Light and Easy to Use

 

Small, Light and Easy to Use ==Summary== The Canon Vixia HF R20 offers many of the features found in a larger, more expensive camcorder, but is small and light enough not to be a burden. While the higher-end Vixia models provide some serious upgrades...

Composite and hdmi (mini-hdmi to hdmi) cables are included ; Image stabilizer works great overall ; Lens provides a very clear image ; Low light performance is only okay ; Small enough to it in a large pocket and light enough to pack in a backpack

File format that every video is saved in .mts

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Small, Light and Easy to Use

 

Small, Light and Easy to Use ==Summary== The Canon Vixia HF R20 offers many of the features found in a larger, more expensive camcorder, but is small and light enough not to be a burden. While the higher-end Vixia models provide some serious upgrades...

Composite and hdmi (mini-hdmi to hdmi) cables are included ; Image stabilizer works great overall ; Lens provides a very clear image ; Low light performance is only okay ; Small enough to it in a large pocket and light enough to pack in a backpack

File format that every video is saved in .mts

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Amazon review summary for the Canon VIXIA HF R20 High Definition 8GB Dual Flash Memory Camcorder

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 43 user reviews of the Canon VIXIA HF R20 High Definition 8GB Dual Flash Memory Camcorder from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

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74% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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Can't hold focus.

 

I am a video professional, and I do own a Pro-sumer model Panasonic that I am very happy with. Problem is the Panasonic cost me close to 2Gs so I wanted a second camera to take out on family informal events, that could also double as a second HD camera...

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Only one type of battery

 

It's a canon, so of course i'm gonna give it a 4/5 star. Only problem is that, there is no way to buy extended life battery. It's only one size, you'll have to buy more of the same battery if you plan on having long recording sessions.

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Died after 2 months

 

Took beautiful videos for about 7 weeks. After two months, the unit wouldn't turn off. I had to remove the battery to turn it off. Eventually, the camera would turn itself off whenever the zoom or record button was touched. I emailed Amazon and...

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Rocks right with me

 

I have had this camcorder for over three months now and I absolutely love it. I am not a pro, so if you are expecting a professional level camcorder, I am sure this is not what you want. However, if you are like me, and you want a decent camcorder for...

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Great little camcorder

 

I am very pleased and impressed with the Canon R20! This little HD camcorder is so easy to use and takes great video and even still photos. It's lightweight, though sturdy and easy to carry around. Fits easily into your pocketbook or a small camera...

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Dissappointed that the software provided does not work with Windows 7

 

The camcorder is very capable but why would Canon ship it with defective software? They must be aware of the problems by now but offer no help or updates from their website - wasting a lot of their customer's time, patience and good will. Judging by...

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Great hardware - file type output not optimal

 

The camera is actually a very nice little unit that is easy to operate and produces very good quality video. However, I am only giving it 3 stars because the camera produces files in MTS format that must be converted to other video standards in order...

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