Canon Optura Xi MiniDV Camcorder w/11x Optical Zoom

Product Description

A first-class ticket to image excellence awaits you with Canon's Optura Xi camcorder. Beneath its silky exterior lies a true visionary at work, producing video and photos that are nothing short of breathtaking. Refined, smart, and dynamic, the Optura Xi thrills the senses, stimulates the mind, and fills you with boundless creativity. Color and clarity exceed your wildest expectations. Unrivaled performance, expert design, and meticulous attention to even the smallest detail put the Optura Xi in a class by itself.

Customer Reviews:

I recommend this DV camcorder.......2005-05-25

I've owned the Optura Xi since June 2004 and my experience has been wonderful. I am a novice user in that I have not spent a lot of time learning the intricacies of the many, many features on this camcorder, such as the aperture settings and things of that nature and outside of using the zoom feature, I let the camcorder figure out the best options for what I am filming.

But what I can share is that the video is clear, crisp, and I give it very high ratings. The image stabilization is great and the zoom feature is awesome. The audio is so-so and if you are filming something that requires adequate audio, you may want to invest in one of those boom microphones that can be attached to the camcorder. The low light limitation is also pretty frustrating and the filming in my house did not have very good results more than half the time. I had to turn on way too many lights to get a halfway decent video. I have actually broke down an ordered the VLF-1 auxilary light to combat this limitation. I haven't received yet, but I am pretty sure it will vastly improve my problems when filming indoors.

All in all, it has been almost a year and I still get a thrill when I play back something that I have taped and see the clarity and resolution. I have also made some great DVD's of home videos, with music, cut scenes and narration...pretty cool, indeed!!

Disposable Cameras.......2005-01-12

Nice features which are included because Canon saved money by using a cheap tape transport. Within very little time expect to be continually exposed to the "Remove the Cassette" which can, apparently, only temporarily fixed at the Canon Repair Center. It appears that the cheap transport is not model specific. Caveat Emptor

Amazing!!.......2005-01-05

This cameras amazing one of the best canon has to offer (for the price anyways) this camera has great zoom features not to mention it takes great pictures which is half the reason I bought it. I recomend buying this if you have nice video editing software...I dont think imovie will cut it but vegas 5.0 is very compatible with this camera..I have not had a problem yet...

Best value fo rmoney - awesome picture quality.......2004-09-15

I recently purchased this camera for $1000 (with the $200 rebate) this was a steal. I had a Canon ZR65 earlier and I wasn't too happy with it's low light performance and hence decided to buy this camera. The other thing I didn't like about the ZR65 was it's inability to reproduce true colors.

This camera is amazing. We took a helicopter ride recently and the pictures of the sky , the terain was stunning. Once we played it back on our TV, the quality was was as good as broadcast quality playback. It was truly amazing!!! I highly recommend this camera.

Almost as good as a GL2, for half the price.......2004-08-21

I bought my Canon Optura Xi two months ago. I almost bought a Canon GL2, until I studied the spec sheets. Both camcorders have the same features: 16-bit stereo recording; f/1.6 lens; 11x zoom; Av, Tv, and manual exposure control, etc. What stands out as different in their spec sheets is their CCDs (the chips that record the image). Digital video (DV) is 640 x 480 pixels, or 307,200 pixels, or one-third of a megapixel. NTSC broadcast video is 525 lines with a 4:3 aspect ratio, or 367,500 pixels. To get color you need three times that number of pixels (for red, green, and blue), or about one megapixel. In the past, CCDs had far fewer pixels, so camcorders had three chips to get enough pixels. The GL2 has three 1/4" chips, each with 380,000 pixels. Three chips demands a lens three times bigger. Splitting the light three ways requires a big, heavy prism. 3-chip camcorders are big, heavy, and expensive.

The Optura Xi takes a different approach. It uses one chip with 1,230,000 pixels. The CCD is between 1/3" and 1.4"; in other words, bigger than the GL2's 1/4" chips, but smaller than the XL1S's 1/3" chips. (Pro video cameras have three 1/2" or 2/3" chips, making them much bigger and heavier.) The Optura Xi has more pixels than the GL2, yet doesn't need the prism. The lens and body are smaller and lighter, and the Optura Xi is half the price.

I've found that my Optura Xi has accurate colors (unlike my old Canon Optura 200MC), and it performs well in low light conditions. The GL2's colors look a little better (more saturated) but only a little. The Optura Xi looks much better than previous one-chip camcorders.

Apparently the size of the pixels make a difference. Imagine a CCD with tiny pixels the size of one photon. The state of such a pixel could be described with a one or a zero (either a photon hits the pixel, or no photon hits it). Imagine a CCD with pixels one million times bigger. You'd need a number between one and a million to describe how many photons hit each pixel. This illustrates that a camcorder with bigger CCDs (and a bigger lens) should produce more color detail, especially in very bright or very dark parts of your picture.

The GL2 is only slightly better than the Optura Xi, and costs twice as much. To get a camcorder substantially better than the Optura Xi you'll have to pay many times more, such as for a Panasonic AG-DVX100A or a Canon XL2. I'm saving my money until HD camcorders are available. (I don't consider the JVC GR-HD1 to be high-def, as it has one 1/3" CCD with 880,000 pixels trying to fill a 1280x720 one-megapixel format!)

My advice is to buy the Optura Xi, then spend your money on microphones, and good tripod, lights, video editing software, etc. You'll make better videos than people that blew their budget on a GL2.

Another word of advice. I did a "price search" on the web and found various places advertising prices lower than Amazon (and lower than eBay prices). When I ordered from them, they were "out of stock" and tried to bait-and-switch me to other camcorders. I found that the lowest prices for camcorders that really existed are on Amazon.
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Review by Thomas David Kehoe, author of "Hearts and Minds: How Our Brains Are Hardwired for Relationships"

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Economical inkjet cartridges are designed for use with Stylus Color 62. 087486111826 8748611182 NUK415C NUK-415C NUKNUK415C NUK-NUK415C

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The MegaSTOR 6-in-1 16X DVD?RW - BURN up to 8.5 GB of Data on ONE piece of Double Layer media at 8X speed! MegaStor is a Dual Format burner and is backward compatible to support single layer media or ANY CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R or DVD+RW media. In addition, when burning on Double Layer media, the MegaSTOR 6-in-1 16X writes nearly twice as fast as the older technology 16X drives. If you are an audio enthusiast, office professional or a movie enthusiast, the MegaSTOR 6-in-1 is YOUR versatile entertainment and most flexible optical storage solution. All of these features combined with the industry leading specifications enforce Mad Dog Multimedia's commitment to Uncompromising Excellence.

MAD DOG MegaSTOR 6-in-1 16x Double Layer - Disk drive - DVD?RW (+R DL) - 16x/16x - IDE - internal - 5.25"

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MAD DOG MegaSTOR 6-in-1 16x Double Layer - Disk drive - DVD?RW (+R DL) - 16x/16x - IDE - internal - 5.25"

Manufacturer: Mad Dog Multimedia
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Product Description

The MegaSTOR 6-in-1 supports the newest DVD+R standard (DVD+R DL) thus allowing you to store up to 80% more data on one disc. If you are an audio enthusiast, office professional or movie fanatic, the MegaSTOR 6-in-1 is your versatile entertainment and largest capacity storage solution. Because MegaSTOR is a Dual Format burner and is backward compatible to support single layer media, you will have the flexibility to write or rewrite on any CD-R, CD-RW, DVD?R or DVD?RW media. All of these features in one great product enforce Mad Dog Multimedia's commitment to uncompromising excellence.

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Microtek Scanmaker 5 Flatbed 36Bit SCSI 1000X2000 8.5X14 with Template Kit

Manufacturer: Microtek
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Flatbed | Scanners | Office Electronics | Categories | Electronics
Flatbed Scanners | Printers & Scanners | Camera & Photo | Categories | Electronics
Printers & Scanners | Used Photo & Camera | Specialty Stores | Camera & Photo Features | Electronics
Office Electronics | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
Microtek | Brands | Electronics Features | Electronics
Accessories:

Belkin F3U134-10 USB Extension Cable (10-Feet)

Monster Cable MP AV600 Power Protector

Monster PC700 Computer PowerCenter¿ with Surge Protection

Canon 1029A004 Photo Paper Pro for BJC-8200 (8.5"x11", 15 Sheets )

Acoustic Research AR-8V 8-Outlet, 1284 Joule, $50,000 CEW Surge Protector

Product Features:

Emulsion Direct Imaging Technology

1,000 x 2,000 dpi optical resolution

8,000-element CCD

Template trays included

ScanWizard Pro software included

ASIN: B00004ZA4F

Product Description

The ScanMaker 5 offers graphic designers and prepress users professional quality scans at a fraction of the cost of a drum scanner. This truly versatile scanner can capture reflective photos at an optical resolution of 1000 x 2000 dpi and includes a built-in tray for scanning transparencies. Emulsion direct imaging technology allows the user to scan 35mm 4x5 or 2 1/4 transparencies without any glass between the film and the scanner lens. A high quality 8000-element ccd delivers uncompromisingly sharp images.

Amazon.com Product Description

The MicroTek ScanMaker 5 DP has 36-bit input/output, 1,000 x 2,000 dpi optical resolution, and 8,000 x 8,000 dpi enhanced resolution. Scan traditionally on a flatbed or direct from film emulsions with patented E.D.I.T. technology. The result is high image quality with enriched and more accurate color values: no refracted light, no Newton rings. This unit is built with a blacked-out steel chassis, three long-life cold-cathode lamps, and a precision-machined aluminum optical carriage.

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Panasonic constantly improves its popular PanaBlack televisions. Enjoy a big screen home theater at a low low price with this 20 stereo television from Panasonic. This 20" TV has all the features you need. PanaBlack Picture Tube and three-line digital comb filter give you an amazing picture. The glass in Panasonic's signature PanaBlack picture tube is darker than conventional tubes to help combat the picture-degrading effects of ambient light. Stereo/SAP/dbx noise reduction and four-speaker surround sound system offer superior sound.

Amazon.com Product Description

The Panasonic CT-20D20 20-inch stereo TV features the PanaBlack picture tube, a 3-line digital comb filter, and horizontal edge correction for a high- contrast picture with exceptional clarity, minimized dot crawl distortion, and crisp, defined images.

The four-speaker stereo surround sound system features dbx noise reduction and artificial intelligence control. This technology prevents the loud spikes in volume that sometimes occur during commercial breaks and when you change channels. The Panasonic CT-20D20 also decodes Second Audio Program (SAP) broadcasts, where available.

Panasonic incorporates V-chip parental control and a Game Guard system, which helps parents monitor their children's video game use. Other convenient features include two programmable timers (on/off and sleep), closed captioning, channel labeling, and last-channel capabilities. The two sets of audio-video jacks (one front and one rear) let you hook up a VCR, DVD player, or video game system. The TV also has a set of fixed/variable output jacks. A universal illuminated remote control is included.

Panasonic offers a one-year warranty on parts and 90 days on labor.

Customer Reviews:

Good, but Not Impressive.......2000-08-21

I bought this TV with pretty high expectations considering the higher than Sony price tag (even though it's only $20 more). The dot crawl is a little sub par if you compare it to the Sony, however, this tv does offer S-Video input which is it's main selling point in my opinion. You well be able to get more lines of resolution from your DVD or Game consoles i.e. Playsataion 2 from this television.

The sound on this TV is excellent, it plays surround sound from it's rear firing speakers and gives great sounding effects. Of course, the TV channel that you are watching needs to be broadcast in stereo for the rear speakers to turn on. Overall, I would buy this TV again, or consider looking at the JVC which is popular also, though it doesn't have S-Video.

Amazon.com Product Description

This simple-to-use extension cable extends to an additional seven feet the reach of any compatible PlayStation controller.

Customer Reviews:

Doesn't work with NEW PS2 (progressive scan model).......2004-02-10

Had this and it worked fine with my old PS2. I just bought a new PS2 with the progressive scan, built-in IR receiver, and quieter operation. And guess what? It does not work with it. And Of course Sony does not offer an extension cable. Just be aware. I gave the cable away with my old system.

Works perfectly with the PS2.......2003-05-20

Contrary to a previous review, this extension cable works perfectly with the Playstation 2. It will not damage either the controller or the PS2. I have used it with the Dualshock 2, and I also found that you can even plug the receiver for the DVD remote control into it, and it works fine.

Not compatible.......2002-03-04

This cable is not made by Sony and is not compatible. It messes up your controllers and they do not work properly. Using it will risk damaging your PS2

MadCatz Controller Extension Cables.......2001-09-18

They are GREAT!!! Now I can sit confortably and play my games even though the tv is across the room. I'm sure most of you don't mind sittin on the floor to play...but...this old lady prefers the sofa.

Supurb !!.......2001-07-07

Simply Great !! I have a projector and 80" screen. So, playing on such a huge screen would be painful if you have to set close. I got this cable and connected two togather and then to the controller. It is simply great ! Enjoying playing on the far sofa with no problem !

Product Description

LG Electronics is one of the world's largest electronics manufacturers, producing a large range of consumer electronics and IT products. LG has created reputation for progressive technology and innovation with the latest technological developments in consumer electronics, home appliances and IT products.

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Lancast 10MB TP TO DUAL TP CARD ( R711-11 )

Manufacturer: Lancast Inc.
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Networking Kits | Wireless | Networking & Online Communication | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics
ASIN: B0000E2PQ3

Product Description

Metrobility's "redundant twister" interface provides redundant data paths for path protection and restoration. An essential connectivity tool for high priority and mission-critical applications, it provides fully redundant data paths as well as power supply redundancy, for Ethernet or Fast Ethernet devices. If the primary connection fails due to a cable or hardware failure, the "redundant twister" interface switches the device's traffic to the secondary connections within 200 microseconds.Intelligent "redundant twister" models also deliver Managed Network-on-Demand capability for mission-critical applications. Managed Network-on-Demand allows the "redundant twister" media converter to be configured to operate in either Dynamic Recovery Mode (DRM) to ensure session integrity and increase uptime, or in Network Select Mode (NSM) to redirect traffic and add security through link isolation. And with SONAR, or Switch on No Activity Received, the interface not only monitors for loss of link on the active port, but will also monitor for traffic. With SONAR, if the active port remains idle for a given amount of time (configurable for 2-4 seconds) the resilient technology of the redundant interface will verify activity on the secondary port, and switch traffic to that port once traffic is detected. This prevents a switch or switch port failure from bringing down the network or any part of it.

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When you need quality products at exceptional values, think JTL.

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Konica Minolta is a leading developer and manufacturer of high-performance color and monochrome document printing solutions for office automation, electronic publishing, graphic design, and advanced imaging applications. To give customers the most complete printing solutions, Konica Minolta offers a wide range of printer supplies and accessories. Konica Minolta backs each product with an extensive range of offerings and more than two decades of dedicated, professional experience.The right toner ensures clear, crisp text and images that add flair to your documents, while the wrong toner can cause streaks, smears and paper jams, decreasing productivity. Genuine Konica Minolta cartridges generate optimum print quality and give you maximum uptime and productivity. Get the best! Only genuine Konica Minolta supplies assure you of the best quality output from your Konica Minolta printer.

Average customer rating:

JUST RIGHT

this was thebiggest waste of my money this year

Keep shopping

Horrible!!

just guessing on number of stars

Wizcom QuickLink Elite Pen Scanner (E04087)

Manufacturer: Wizcom
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Handheld | Scanners | Office Electronics | Categories | Electronics
Office Electronics | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
Electronics Available for International Shipping | Specialty Stores | Electronics Features | Electronics
Document Management | Business & Office | Categories | Software | Document Creation | Document Tracking & Inventory | Other | Print Publishing | Scanning & OCR
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Wizcom SuperPen Professional

ACECAD DigiMemo 692 Digital Notepad with Memory

Wizcom SP1000V SuperPen Translator

Planon DocuPen DPEN-R700 Rechargeable Handheld Pen Scanner

Acecad Digimemo Zip Portfolio

Accessories:

CTA DIGITAL Universal Charger

Cta Digital DB-8AAA Rechargeable Battery

Product Features:

Stores up to 1,000 pages of text; text-to-speech software

Supports English, German, Swedish, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, and French

Exports data to Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Internet Explorer

97% OCR accuracy, recognizes 6-22 point font sizes

USB and IrDA infra red ports, PC compatible

ASIN: B0002MPVEQ
Release Date: 2004-08-01

Product Description

QuickLink-Pen Elite gives users all-new electronic note-taking capabilities. Used just like a yellow highlighter, the QuickLink-Pen Elite allows you to reads notes aloud, beam it to smartphones, PDAs or PCs, and so much more. It's ideal for students, doctors, business people, or researchers who need to take notes whenever and wherever they might be - in a library, on a plane, or in a business meeting. Reads your scanned notes aloud using the text to speech function, either through the built-in speaker or headphones Includes English dictionary definitions Works through USB cable or IRDA port Requires 2 AAA batteries Size - 6 x 1-1/2 x 1 (163 x 38 x 23 mm) Weight - 3 oz (90 grams)

Amazon.com Product Description

The QuickLink-Pen Elite is an updated version of the very popular and successful QuickLink-Pen, providing users with new and improved electronic note-taking capabilities. The QuickLink-Pen Elite reads notes and definitions aloud, beams to smart phones as well as to PDAs and PCs, includes English dictionary definitions, and connects via USB to your PC.

Used just like a yellow highlighter, the QuickLink-Pen Elite lets you collect electronically notes from any printed text-anytime, anywhere. The QuickLink-Pen Elite is ideal for students, doctors, business people, or researchers who need the ability to quickly and easily take notes whenever and wherever they might be-in a library, on a plane, or in a business meeting.

The QuickLink-Pen Elite comes complete with several useful applications. The scan and store feature allows you to store up to 1,000 pages of text; transfer stored text to PDAs (PalmOS and WinCE), Smart phones (PalmOS and Windows Mobile 2003), or PCs via IRDA Infra red connection; transfer stored notes to PCs via USB connection (and automatically create Microsoft Word documents); and read the scanned notes aloud using the text to speech function, either through the built-in speaker or headphones. Additional scanning languages are supplied on CD-ROM and include German, Swedish, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, and French. Scan and define allows you to display the definition of any word in the notes, using the included American Heritage Concise Dictionary, while the scan to PC function allows real-time scanning directly via the USB connection into any Windows based application, with the scanned text appearing at the cursor point. With image capture, you can scan and store small images that can then be transferred to a PC at a later time.

Handy applications are supplied on CD-ROM for optional installation. Address Book scans business cards and synchronizes with a desktop or PDA address book, such as Outlook. Table Builder scans data in spreadsheet format and transfers it directly to Microsoft Excel on a PC. Internet Links scans URLs (web addresses) and transfers them directly to your Internet Explorer favorites list.

What's in the Box
QuickLink Pen Elite, USB cable, getting started guide, user's manual, CD-ROM (includes installations for add-ons, QuickLink-Pen Elite Desktop application, USB driver, and free CharacterEyes software), Pen case with Opticard, two AAA batteries, earphones with volume control

Customer Reviews:

JUST RIGHT.......2007-08-13

I WAS PLEASED AND SUPRISED TO DISCOVER THAT THE PEN WORKED JUST LIKE THE PRODUCT COPY STATED. EASY TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS. EVRYONE CAN USE ONE. HELPS ME SAVE ALL THOSE VALUABLE SNIPPETS OF INFO THAT OTHERWISE END UP ON SCRAPS OF PAPER NEVER TO BE SEEN AGAIN.

this was thebiggest waste of my money this year.......2007-07-22

This product sucked-I kick my self each time I think about how stupied I was to purchase

Keep shopping.......2007-06-08

This scanner is very difficult to get reporducible results from. Shouldn't have bought it, but hoped my experience would be better.

Horrible!!.......2007-02-20

Waste of time. Software had some bugs but more importantly performance was horrible. I wouldn't pay 10 dollars for this product- yes it is that bad. Accuracy rate was about 25% and the mistakes were beyond spell check. They look like some new form of reformed egyption. Don't buy!!

just guessing on number of stars.......2007-01-19

This was purchased as a gift, I have no idea how it has fared yet. I am waiting to hear if it was as advertised, but will not push to get an answer.

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