Canon DC230 1MP DVD Camcorder with 35x Optical Zoom

Product Description

Canon DC230 is the step-up model from the DC220. Instead of a 680,000 pixel CCD capture sensor, DC230 has 1.07 megapixel. Your video will be sharper, clearer and more true to life, as will your photos. Every sunset on the beach will be more dramatic with every color in the sky faithfully captured. The joy on the face of a child scoring his/her first goal on the soccer field is recorded just as you saw it. And it's recorded on 8-centimeter DVD discs (DVD-R/RW and DL) that can play on most DVD players. These DVD can also be played on your computer's drive for editing and enhancement, or for direct transfer to the Internet or e-mail. The DC230 has an optical image stabilizer that helps take the shake out of usual handheld recording. You can create video recordings in standard 4:3 format or the new widescreen 16:9 format that'll fill new widescreen televisions. It's got a wide 2.7" LCD on board, plus a color viewfinder. It has a slot for a miniSD card to store still images that can be taken with the DC230. An easy menu can be displayed in 17 languages for simple use by anyone, anywhere. Considering all the possibilities life has to offer, the Canon DC230 is a great way to capture, preserve, and share precious moments with others and, of course, for you. Viewfinder -. 27-inch TFT Color, approx. 123,000 Pixels / LCD Screen - 2.7-inch TFT Color, approx. 123,000 pixels Image Sensor - 1/6-inch CCD, approx. 1.07 Megapixels / Effective pixels (movie) - approx. 690,000 pixels (4 - 3) / approx. 710,000 pixels (16 - 9 IS OFF) / approx. 550,000 pixels (16 - 9 IS ON) / Effective pixels (still image) - approx. 800,000 pixels 2 Lux night mode capable Dimensions - 2.1 x 3.5 x 5 inches (154 x90 x128mm) Weight - 0.88 pounds without lens and battery pack Canon 1-Year Parts and Labor warranty

Customer Reviews:

Canon DC230 is fully capable of more than what most people would need.......2007-12-10

Great Price and nice product. I compared the models on a different web site but made my purchase on Amazon because the price was the best.

Canon DC230.......2007-10-25

Is a good product, simple to work with and frendliy.

Jose G Sanchez

Decent camera, weak computer integration.......2007-09-27

If you want a simple way to take decent video and burn it onto a DVD with basically no editing, this is a good choice. If you want to take that video and put it on your computer, this thing is terrible. It doesn't come with any video software, even though the manual has instructions for Roxio MyDVD for Canon. This software comes with a different model, and you can't buy the "for Canon" version separately. The regular MyDVD from Roxio costs $70, and is terrible.

Overall, my old Sony miniDV tape camcorder worked better with my computer. I think the main benefit here will be to capture raw video of the kids on a little DVD, then just mail the DVD to the in-laws.

my new camcorder.......2007-08-29

I received the product about one week after purchase. I followed the instrctions and tried to insert a DVD-RW disc for recording. Unfortunately it gave me a message: CANNOT READ THE DISC, CHECK THE DISC.
I tried three other discs (Memorex miniDVD+RW, bought via Amazon at the same time as I bought this Canon DC230, but none of them worked).

I need technic support ASAP. Any suggestion would be appreciated.

Good Product.......2007-07-29

I just recently bought the DC 210 for my brother for his birthday and wanted to give my mother a camera a step up. Although I have not viewed the footage she is incredibly happy with her birthday present. Given that she is not technology savvy and has figured it out without the book speaks to the ease of use. The batteries also have a long play time. Next she'll try to tackle the software but I have yet to be updated on it. Hopefully it works well. The camera is very compact and by far an upgrade from her 80's model. I would reccomend it to the average user any day. I can't peak highly enough of canon products in general.

Product Description

Fully multi-coated optics. Two extra lenses improve resolution, color correction, minimize aberration. Blackened reticle assembly. Black anodized internal tube with crinkle finish minimizes unwanted reflection. Four-fold power change range. Tube & saddle carved from same piece of aircraft grade aluminum. 1/4'' or finer audible & finger-adjustable clicks. Reticle attached with screws, metal ring & sealant. Features RainGuard, a special water repellent coating which causes condensation to form in much smaller droplets when scope is exposed to rain, fog or snow. Water sheets off the coated lenses.

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