Canon FS100

812 reviews

Dec, 2024

Positive
usability (608)
portability (473)
price (276)
size (197)
image quality (132)

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viewfinder (10)
connectivity (6)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 812 reviews of Canon FS100. The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. Reviewers really like the image quality and size. The price and portability are also appreciated, whereas comments are divided on the reliability. Some have doubts about the connectivity and viewfinder.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Canon FS100 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 85/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Canon FS100

alaTest has collected and analyzed 41 user reviews of Canon FS100 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers are impressed by the image quality and battery. The price and portability are also appreciated, whereas many are critical about the color.

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93% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Dec, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Canon FS100

alaTest has collected and analyzed 513 user reviews of Canon FS100 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com. People are impressed by the image quality and size. The price and portability also get good feedback, whereas there are some negative views about the viewfinder and reliability.

usability, portability, price, size, image quality

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86% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Dec, 2024

Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com)

Canon FS review: Canon FS

In the continuum that runs from low-resolution, cheapo camcorders like the Creative Vado to high-quality, solid-state "prosumer" HD models like Canon's own Vixia HF10 , Canon's line of SD-based camcorders--FS11, FS10, and FS100--falls exactly where...

Compact, attractive design; mic input.

No optical image stabilization; ineffective wind filter; no headphone jack; modest video quality.

Convenient, well-designed camcorders that look pricier than they are, models in the Canon FS series--FS11, FS10, and FS100--nevertheless deliver typical budget video in line with their budget price tags.

Jun, 2008

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Canon FS100

All in all, for the price, you can get a decent camcorder for a decent price. If you need a camcorder and price is a factor, you can certainly make due with the Canon FS100. Record your memories today; after all, they are priceless when you look back...

good investment for an inexpensive camcorder37x optical zoomAccepts SD / SDHC media

Wind filter not very good

The new standard definition, flash memory, limited moving parts camcorder..

Dec, 2008

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Expert review by : Kaitlyn Chantry (camcorderinfo.com)

Canon FS100 Camcorder Review

The Canon FS100 (MSRP $399) is one of three models in Canon's first ever line of solid state, standard definition camcorders. The other two step-up models—the Canon FS10 and Canon FS11—include built-in internal flash memory (8GB and 16GB,...

Nov, 2008

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Expert review by : Bruce Coker (devhardware.com)

Canon FS100 Camcorder

It?s clear before you even order one that Canon?s FS100 SD camcorder is not aimed at the top end of the market. That much is clear from the color schemes Canon have devised. Today we look beyond the color to see what you can actually accomplish with...

The fit and finish are excellent. The metallic coating seems durable, and at just 10.7 ounces in weight it feels as though it could be carried all day without strain. The neat size and compact shape make it easy to stash away in between sessions, so...

Nov, 2008

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Expert review by : Kaitlyn Chantry (reviewed.com)

Canon FS100

The Canon FS100 (MSRP $399.00) is one of three models in Canon\'s first ever line of solid state, standard definition camcorders. The other two models—the Canon FS10 and Canon FS11—can record to SD/SDHC memory cards, as well as built-in internal flash...

Nov, 2008

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Expert review by : Guy Serle (mymac.com)

FS100 Digital Video Camera

I've been avoiding buying a new camcorder to replace the 8 year old DVC tape unit for awhile now. There were plenty of tempting offerings, but none matched the feature set and price point that I was looking for until I happened upon Canon's FS100 model...

Jul, 2008

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Expert review by : Chris Jager (goodgearguide.com.au)

Canon FS100

Miniature camcorder gives big results

Lots of modes and features to play around with, compact design, external microphone jack

No inbuilt memory, no headphone jack

The FS100 is a flash-memory-based camcorder with an impressive array of features for the asking price. While it may not excel in any one area, it offers solid performance across the board.

Jun, 2008

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Expert review by : Tech Staff (techradar.com)

Canon FS100 review

Basic but functional camcorder

Decent picture quality ; Easy to use ; Low price

Basic feature set ; Low build quality ; Only standard def

Built to a price, and it shows

Sep, 2008

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Expert review by : James (tracyandmatt.co.uk)

Camcorder group test (Part 5) Canon FS100 Review

Canon FS100 review These days hi-def videocams are all the rage so, you could be forgiven for thinking that standard definition cameras are on their way out. Odd choice then the FS100 - it's a new budget-priced standard...

Light ; Uses SDHC cards ; Good battery life ; Feels solid

Standard definition – not much cheaper than high-definition ; Average image quality ; No flash ; No conventional viewfinder ; Poor low-medium light picture quality

Nov, 2008

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Expert review by : CB (simplydv.co.uk)

SimplyDV Review: Canon FS100 SD-Video Camcorder

High definition video is hogging the limelight but standard definition isn't bowing out just yet. So, are the low-light images produced by Canon's solid state FS100 letting the side down? Time to investigate.

There's much to commend the FS100 - not least its typical retail price here in the UK. If you're new to this whole camcorder thing and you're a bit bewildered by the choice yet you like the idea of recording to, and playing back from, a memory card...

Jun, 2008

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