Introducing The Xl1 - Canon XL1 Instruction Manual

Introducing the XL1

Digital Video
XL1 conforms to the new digital video
standard to give you outstanding picture quality.
It is fitted with a DV terminal for digital-to-digital
dubbing (IEEE 1394 standard).
Interchangeable Lens System
A super-flexible system with an unbeatable range.
XL1 maximizes your options with a focal range of
between 24 and 2160 mm (35mm camera
equivalents), made possible through the use of XL
and EF lenses.
EF Adapter (optional)
A valuable accessory is the EF Adapter that fits
onto the XL1 to allow you to use Canon EF lenses
(that have manual focusing). The difference in size
between the XL1's CCD and 35 mm film means
that the effective focal length of the EF lens is
multiplied by 7.2×. A 300 mm lens, for example,
can be transformed into an incredible 2,160 mm
super telephoto.
3CCD System with Pixel Shift
Technology
Superb picture quality results from using a larger
light capturing area for each pixel (and fewer
pixels) to give higher sensitivity, higher SN ratio
and a greater dynamic range, and then horizontally
shifting the green CCD to ensure high image
resolution. In addition, you can now get stunningly
clear still pictures from video action.
SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer
Canon's latest advances in stabilization technology
give you steadier images than ever before, even at
the furthest reaches of the zoom range. Essential to
this is a new feedback system, which boosts
suppression performance for low frequency
vibration.
High Performance Lenses
XL lenses resolve over 600 TV lines to give an
extraordinarily sharp image. By exceeding the DV
standard of 530 TV lines, The Canon lens delivers
greater visual "sharpness" through its higher
sensitivity in the all important 100 to 250 TV line
resolution area.
16× (32× Digital) Zoom Lens
as Standard
Mini
From wide-angle to 16× telephoto — with
unparalleled optical quality. The digital zoom
doubles this magnification for even more dramatic
results.
PCM Digital Audio
Offers you stunning digital sound — 16-bit for
highest quality sound, and two 12-bit modes for
the playback of audio-dubbed cassettes, or
simultaneous recording (and independent output)
of 4 audio channels.
Multi-View Finder
Slide the professional style (180,000 pixel) color
viewfinder across to the position that suits your
individual line of sight — whether you use your
left or right eye. What's more, you can set the
viewpoint from close-range to open-range at the
flick of a switch.
Manual Control
Choose to operate the XL1 using the Manual
recording program to access the complete set of
manual functions, for exceptional creative
freedom.
Shoulder Supported Design
The slim line styling of the XL1 allows you to
support the camera against the front of your
shoulder when recording. Alternatively, operate the
camera using the top recording controls located on
the handle — which functions as a second
gripping position for low-angle shooting.
Magnesium Alloy Casing
The XL1 is cast from magnesium alloy to provide
heavy-duty protection from a lightweight body.
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