Canon HF100 epinions.com User Reviews

I have been waiting for about 2 years for this type of camcorder: one that records full hi-definition video onto solid-state memory. I've looked into the Sanyo Xacti camcorders, but the video quality was disappointing. I didn't want to purchase a ...

Truly excellent picture quality, convenience of recording to SDHC memory cards

Awkward ergonomics, poor Optical Image Stabilization, lack of manual focusPoor editing software

Already got the check in the “big screen HD TV” box last Christmas? Well, that probably puts you in the market for a new camcorder. If that is the case then the Vixia HF100 is definitely worth taking a look at. For starters, it provides ...

Picture Quality, Price, Storage Media

Lacks a Firewire port

I purchased the HF100 after using the Sanyo HD1000 for about 6 months. I bought the Canon because of the company's excellent reputation for quality imaging both video and still. The HF100 has not failed in that regard. It is by far one of the best values...

Excellent video quality. Edit video in Ulead or Sony Vegas with a reasonable PC

Does not have an off camera battery charger

The Canon Vixia HF100 is my second attempt at replacing my old MiniDV tape-based Canon Optura 40. My main objective is to get away from the cumbersome and linear nature of the MiniDV format and import process. Flash and harddrive based ...

Image quality, optical stabilization, size

Grip comfort, low life for included battery

At its best, this camera delivers stunning high-definition images at a killer price. I got the camera and 12GB CF card for $634 from Ritz Camera during a store closing sale, and the price/performance is definitely unbeatable.There are, ...

It's affordable high definition.   ; Impressive image quality

It's a consumer gadget, so it lacks the great controls of more expensive cameras