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Canon HV10

Canon HV10
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alaScore 88

225 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 225 reviews of Canon HV10. The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. People really like the size and price. The image quality and usability also get good feedback, but there are some mixed reviews about the viewfinder and durability. There are some negative views about the zoom and battery.

portability, usability, image quality, price, size

battery, zoom

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Canon HV10 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 88/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Canon HV10

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 6 user reviews of Canon HV10 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.co.uk. People really like the size and design. The portability and image quality are also mentioned favorably, but some have doubts about the viewfinder and usability.

image quality, portability, design, size

usability, viewfinder

100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Canon HV10

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 112 user reviews of Canon HV10 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the size and image quality. The price and usability are also mentioned favorably. There are some critical reviews about the durability and zoom.

portability, usability, price, image quality, size

zoom, durability

98% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Cyrus Farivar (engadget.com)

Canon HV10 HDV reviewed

 

So you've already read the big bad New York Times review of Canon's latest consumer HD digicam, the HV10 HDV. And let's face it, you were left wanting to know more about some of the more arcane details of the HV10, weren't you? Fortunately, the ...

Sep, 2006
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Expert review by (pcmag.com)

Canon HV10

 

The stylish Canon HV10 gives you the ultimate in HD video and digital photo quality - in the world's smallest HDV camcorder. Its 10x optical zoom lens and 2.96 Megapixel CMOS image sensor ensure meticulous detail and superior color reproduction. And,...

Not yet reviewed.

May, 2008
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Expert review by : Brian Chen (pcworld.com)

Canon HV10 Camcorder Review - PCWorld

 

Impressive video and photo quality

Poor microphone placement

May, 2007
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Expert review by : Brian Chen (pcworld.com)

Canon HV10

 

Impressive video quality ; Superior still images ; Flexible controls

No microphone or headphone jacks ; Microphone is on the back of the camcorder ; Quirky ergonomics ; Poor battery life

Apr, 2007
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Expert review by : Gordon Mah Ung (maximumpc.com)

Canon HV10

 

Remember the first time you used high-speed broadband? Or the first time you fired up a 3D-accelerated game? You'll experience that same excitement the first time you plug Canon's miniature HV10 HDV camcorder in to your 60-inch HDTV. Instead of the...

1941 Incredibly small; one of the lowest priced HDV cams available

The Thin Red Line A bit too small, quirky mic placement

It would be better if we didn’t have these kvetches, but we think the HV10’s pluses far outweigh its minuses.

Mar, 2007
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Expert review by : David Kender (camcorderinfo.com)

Canon HV10 Camcorder Review

 

The Canon HV10 is an interesting model. It's Canon's first consumer high defintion camcorder and as a result it's attracted quite a lot of buzz. And it's no coincidence that Canon has priced it almost exactly the same as Sony's lowest priced HD...

Sep, 2006
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Expert review by : David Basulto (digitalproducer.digitalmedianet.com)

Canon HV10 HD in the palm of your hand

 

I love technological advances as much as the next guy, but 1080i HD in the palm of my hand? This I had to check out for myself. I had been using my trusty old Sony Handycam for years now for on the spot shooting. It has always done well for me but...

With the price of the HV10 down, is now the time to jump in?

Jun, 2007
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Expert review by : Brian Chen (macworld.com)

Canon HV10 camcorder

 

The HV10 is capable of shooting superb video and still images, but its microphone placement and lack of a microphone jack—among other flaws—are difficult to accept.

Impressive video quality; superior still images; flexible controls

Quirky ergonomics; microphone is on the back of the camcorder; poor battery life; no microphone or headphone jacks

The first problem that you’ll likely notice is that the HV10's microphone is located on the back of the camcorder, right above its viewfinder. This is an unconventional location for a microphone, and in our testing the audio we recorded sounded as...

Apr, 2007
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Expert review by : Nick Strayer (videomaker.com)

Camcorder Review: Canon HV10 HDV

 

Canon has finally put the power of HD into the hands of all consumers with the HV10. Weighing in at just 15.5 ounces, the world's smallest HD camera can literally fit into the palm of your hand. Its sleek design is perfect for beginners, point and...

Great image quality Compact and portable Sleek and sexy

Slightly awkward design Poor low light and still photo image quality

The Canon HV10 is a very small, portable camera that captures a great image with high detail and color balance.

Apr, 2007
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Expert review by : 3LUXE (3luxe.com)

Canon HV10 High-Definition Camcorder

 

If you've ever captured a great shot on your camcorder that you wished you could print out, your wish comes true with the Canon HV10 High-Definition Camcorder. Connect this way cool Canon to any PictBridge-enabled printer and print crystal clear photos...

Mar, 2007
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