gadgetshow.channel5.com Updated:
2013-03-26 00:14:49
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HDV (1080/60i) camcorder with 10x Canon optically stabilised zoom lens, 2.7-inch LCD, 25p Cinema mode plus a flash and video light for low light action. Measures 88x82x138 mm and weighs 535g.The goodLike the warm sound of a vinyl LP, HDV videotape stil...
Like the warm sound of a vinyl LP, HDV videotape still sets the gold standard for High Def shooting. There isn’t a trace of jerkiness or digital artefact in the HV30’s rich, natural video, and detail is particularly precise through the gleamin...
The HV30 looks like a wallowing whale compared to today’s porpoise-thin digital rivals, and tape will always be slower to start and stop than Flash technology. It’s louder, too: a fair bit of running noise intrudes on quieter recordings. You&r...
With one foot in the past, one in the future and one in the grave, the HV30 has at least 50 percent more feet than most people will need. But if you want an impressive High Def camera that can also handle yesterday’s movies, it’s a safe, heavy...
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We preferred the picture quality from this HV30 (MiniDV tape) compared to the Sony HDR-S11 (hard drive) camcorder we reviewed last month. Both are similarly priced, and offer a similar range of features. Both can import footage straight into iMovie. Th...
Superb stills and video, Tried and tested format, Better image quality than HDD models, Faster import than HDD models...
Cumbersome to use, Last years HV20 is essentially identical...
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The Canon Vixia HV30 is a fine choice for die-hard MiniDV users, offering superb video quality and a bunch of nifty features. In the same way that VHS technology withered when the DVD became popular, MiniDV tapes are gradually becoming a technology...
If MiniDV is important to your choice of camcorder, the Canon Vixia HV30 is an excellent choice. It shoots stellar high-definition video with vividly accurate colours, smooth motion; includes a microphone jack and accessory shoe; and is very user frie...
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EISA.eu Updated:
2013-03-26 00:15:10
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Canon’s HV30 High Definition camcorder combines a 3.1 MegaPixel Full HD CMOS picture sensor with Canon’s HD Video Lens and DIGIC II signal processor. This results in an outstanding picture full of vivid colours and details. Thanks to a sophisticated h...
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Despite its reliance on an outdated format, the Canon HV30 is a superior high-def camcorder that offers exceptional value for money. If you can get over your anti-tape prejudice and embrace MiniDV, this model will deliver on every level.
Performed excellently in low light, 25p Cine mode, unique and arresting design, extensive audio options...
MiniDV is a dying format, may prove a bit bulky for some The Final Word Despite its reliance on an outdated format, the Canon HV30 is a superior high-def camcorder that offers exceptional value for money. If you can get over your anti-tape prejudice an...
Despite its reliance on an outdated format, the Canon HV30 is a superior high-def camcorder that offers exceptional value for money. If you can get over your anti-tape prejudice and embrace MiniDV, this model will deliver on every level.
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expertreviews.co.uk Updated:
2013-03-26 00:15:10
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Ready when you are, Mr De Mille. If high definition on tape has a future, its with cams like the HV30. Once you get over the fact that Canons new combined HDV and MiniDV camcorder differs little from last years HV20 in anything but the sleek black...
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Last year’s tape-toting stormed into our camcorder charts, with only a clutch of more expensive shooters keeping it from the number one spot. So it was with barely concealed gadget lust that we opened the box of its replacement, the cunningly named...
Good in low light. Great picture quality. Manual controls...
Unfriendly menus. Awkward to hold. Uses tape...
Not much to tempt you over last years HV20 but Canon still rules the roost when it comes to raw picture quality...
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Let's face it. If money was of no concern you would simply go out and buy the best camera on the market. But if you're like me and auctioning off things you hope you no longer need to get enough money together to buy one then this article is for you. T...
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After viewing some remarkable sample footage from the Internet of the Canon VIXIA HV30 HD Camcorder I had to get one of my own and try it out for myself and see if this camcorder was really as good as the footage I kept seeing. The Canon HV30 is a cons...
Amazing color and sharp detail, Great focus especially with Focus Assist button, Cinema mode for a more movie feel, Ease of use, Great price for HDV camcorder, Sub $1000 range.
No dedicated headphone jack. The A/V plug is also the headphone jack so you can only use one at a time, Not true 24P but 60i with 3:2 pulldown, Small view finder.
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Of the camcorders weve recently reviewed, there is only one whose image quality can rival our Editors Choice Sony HDR-SR11 Handycam, and its the Canon Vixia HV30 ($899 direct). So why doesnt Canon merit our coveted award? Operating a tape-based...
Excellent video quality. Good sound quality. Option to record in 24 progressive frames per second to create a film-like effect.
Menus and backup can be a drag. Video-editing software is not included.
The Canon Vixia HV30 delivers excellent video quality, though recording video to miniDV tape feels low-tech and slows down your operation...
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pcworld.com_techhive.com Updated:
2011-09-25 22:23:43
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Canons tape-based Vixia HV30 camcorder ($1000 as of September 28, 2008) combines the aging medium with modern image processing to lay good-looking HDV video onto inexpensive MiniDV tapes. Would You Buy This? 0Yes 0No Canon Vixia HV30 Test Scores Overa...
Easy to archive and edit HDV footage, Bright, colorful video quality...
Bulky compared to tapeless camcorders, Nonstandard accessory shoe...
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The Canon VIXIA HV30 is the successor to the wildly popular HV20 camcorder. While the changes are minimal, this camera does not disappoint. Coming in at just over a pound, it’s small enough to put in a backpack or coat pocket. The HV30 records ima...
24p and new 30p modes; sleek design...
Eyepiece not moveable...
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Pretty pictures and good flexibility. Great consumer camera. Greg Robinson is the owner of a production company. His production work has been seen on public television. Canon USA, Inc. One Canon Plaza Lake Success, NY 11042...
Excellent image quality, Lots of manual controls, Good price for the feature set...
Not very ergonomic, Mic picks up vibration...
Pretty pictures and good flexibility. Great consumer camera. Greg Robinson is the owner of a production company. His production work has been seen on public television. Canon USA, Inc. One Canon Plaza Lake Success, NY 11042...
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dv.com Updated:
2011-09-25 22:23:43
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Editors Note: This Web version of our HV30 review is longer than the print edition. This past January, our very own Chuck Gloman reviewed the Canon HV20 HDV camcorder, lauding it with 3.5 out of 5 diamonds. Soon after, Canon followed up its widely p...
Compact, attractive price-to-performance ratio, universal digital editing format.
Lower sensitivity, built-in microphone placement, autofocus can be fooled at times.
From a consumer perspective, the HV30 is quite good for the price...
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about.com Updated:
2011-09-25 22:23:43
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I recently had the opportunity to try out the Canon HV30 Mini-DV camcorder. The camcorder records high-definition video onto a MiniDV tape. The HV30 would be an excellent camcorder choice for an aspiring filmmaker on a budget, or a consumer who wants t...
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The Canon Vixia HV30 is a fine choice for die-hard MiniDV users, offering superb video quality and a bunch of nifty features.In the same way that VHS technology withered when the DVD became popular, MiniDV tapes are gradually becoming a technology of...
If MiniDV is important to your choice of camcorder, the Canon Vixia HV30 is an excellent choice. It shoots stellar high-definition video with vividly accurate colours, smooth motion; includes a microphone jack and accessory shoe; and is very user frie...
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Last year’s tape-toting stormed into our camcorder charts, with only a clutch of more expensive shooters keeping it from the number one spot. So it was with barely concealed gadget lust that we opened the box of its replacement, the cunningly named...
Good in low light. Great picture quality. Manual controls...
Unfriendly menus. Awkward to hold. Uses tape...
Not much to tempt you over last years HV20 but Canon still rules the roost when it comes to raw picture quality...
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In a world where consumer Mini DV camcorders are being phased out, the HV30 is easily a top choice. The camcorder’s impressive feature set and superb video quality should cater to both advanced and amateur video makers. Tags camcorder consumer v...
Shoots stellar high-definition video with vividly accurate colors, smooth motion; includes microphone jack and accessory shoe; user friendly.
Awkward design makes for clumsy handling; still images are slightly noisy.
In a world where consumer Mini DV camcorders are being phased out, the HV30 is easily a top choice. The camcorder’s impressive feature set and superb video quality should cater to both advanced and amateur video makers. Tags camcorder consumer v...
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Now that most manufacturers are turning their attention away from tape Canon's HV20 has managed to remain uncontested for some time as the best HDV camcorder around. Until now. But fortunately for Canon the latest contender to the HV20's crown is its succ...
Canon has clearly heeded the cliché ‘if it ain't broke, don't fix it' with the HV30. Its predecessor was a great camcorder for serious video makers with less than £1,000 to spend. Now the HV30 can proudly take over its place. This could be the last great...
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computershopper.com Updated:
2011-09-25 22:23:43
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Though the high-def camcorder market is rapidly moving toward hard-drive and solid-state units like Panasonics HDC-SD9, Canon hasnt abandoned tape. Its Vixia HV30, an update to the popular HV20, adds a number of features, a better LCD, and...
Good video quality; above-average low-light performance; uses inexpensive miniDV tapes; plays DV camcorder recordings...
Larger than solid-state camcorders; HDV has lower horizontal resolution than true 1080p units; microphones can pick up tape motor noise...
Though not as cutting-edge as memory-card-based HD camcorders, the HV30 is particularly attractive if youre upgrading from a DV camcorder...
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connectreviews.com Updated:
2011-09-25 22:23:43
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A little over a year ago, Canon introduced the HV20 HDV camcorder, and it was a huge success. Just around 4 months ago Canon introduced the VIXIA HV30, a small step-up from the HV20 with only a couple of new additions. Is it worth upgrading from the HV...
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THE push to High Definition (HD) is now underway, with more and more camcorders and flat screen LCD TVs having Full HD or HD-ready capabilities.The Canon HV30 camcorder is one such Full HD camcorder: It records in 1,080 lines in interlaced mode with it...
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Rugged and easy to use, the Canon Vixia HV30 is a great choice for anyone looking for a high-quality camcorder.
High-quality video in most light, Intuitive and sturdy design, Brilliant LCD, MiniDV format means compatibility with lots of editing solutions, Full-size HDMI port...
Noise and focus difficulty in low light, No significant software bundle...
Canon’s new MiniDV-based Vixia HV30 is a slight upgrade from the HV20, adding a 30p progressive shooting mode and compatibility for the company’s new high-capacity batteries. At 1.2 pounds, the camera build is rugged and easy to use, but its a...
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Video Review: Are you a friend to the Earth? Then check out GCycle... its G4s new initiative to try and get you to be a better person and recycle tech stuff!Canon HV30You dont realize how much easier it is to use until you use a lot of other camcor...
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The Canon HV30, like its predecessor, the HV20, is a very strong camcorder. The HV20 was praised, above all, for its video performance in both bright and low light. That much has remained true. The imaging system is identical. Unless the competition ha...
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