Beyond their shooting versatility, each ELURA2 model effortlessly connects to a TV, VCR or DV- ready computer. To easily record, manage and transfer still images to a personal computer, the ELURA2 MC accepts the industry standard MultiMediaCard. The ELURA2 MC and ELURA2 measure up to the new standards in digital imaging in a size that doesn't measure much at all. Actual Size The Canon ELURA2 and ELURA2 MC (Memory Card) represent the peak of technology, functionality and miniaturization. Each innovative model is capable of capturing high-resolution digital video, still photos and 30 frames per second Progressive Scan Digital Motor Drive. Beyond their shooting versatility, each ELURA2 model effortlessly connects to a TV, VCR or DV- ready computer. To easily record, manage and transfer still images to a personal computer, the ELURA2 MC accepts the industry standard MultiMediaCard. The ELURA2 MC and ELURA2 measure up to the new standards in digital imaging in a size that doesn't measure much at all. ProgressiveScan CCD The ELURA2 MC / ELURA2 incorporate a Progressive Scan CCD image sensor that delivers a significant improvement in performance and image quality. Each and every light gathering pixel on the CCD is used to produce a full frame video image 60 times per second. In contrast, the conventional interlace-type CCD produces only half a full frame, known as a field, in the same amount of time. The Progressive Scan CCD provides a serious advantage to those who desire impeccable clarity of fast moving subjects. The interlace method used on other camcorders combines two field images together, but a time lapse between the fields can cause a disturbing image flicker on the television screen when playback is paused. Recordings of subjects moving at high speed such as athletes, wildlife and even machinery can be viewed on a television with superior resolution. And this CCD type makes it possible to produce better quality video prints than ever before. Also, realizing people shoot video in a variety of light levels, Canon designed the ELURA2 MC / ELURA2 to perform exceptionally well in low light too. RGB PrimaryColor Filter In addition to achieving higher resolution, the ELURA2 MC / ELURA2's Progressive Scan CCD integrates an RGB Primary Color Filter which separates light passing through the lens into individual red, green and blue color components, similar to professional camcorders. As a result, the ELURA2 MC / ELURA2 achieve more accurate color reproduction with finer gradations than models using a conventional complementary color filter. The difference is especially noticeable, for instance, in skin tones and scenes with a dominant color such as sunsets, a ski slope or a forest. High QualityShooting in LowLight Conditions The ELURA2 MC / ELURA2 incorporate noise reduction circuitry to deliver superior image quality. By eliminating video noise, which can occur during signal processing, Canon has increased the signal to noise ratio. Your videos will be cleaner overall, free from annoying color noise or graininess when shooting under low light levels. A Genuine Canon 10x Zoom Lens with 40x DigitalZoom Expertise from designing and manufacturing 35mm camera and broadcast TV lenses contributed to the development of the ELURA2 MC / ELURA2's 10x optical zoom lens. It delivers incredibly high definition, outstanding contrast and maximizes the resolution capability of DV. You'll love its ability to transform distant subjects into dramatic close- ups quickly and effortlessly. The digital zoom extends the magnification to 40x, revealing details too distant to be seen with just the eye alone. 10x Zoom 40x Digital Image Stabilizer A high quality image stabilization system corrects camera shake instantly, giving you smooth, stable pictures. It enables you to record shake- free images, even on long telephoto shots without a tripod. Image Stabilizer ON Image Stabilizer OFF learn more at IEEE 1394 DV Terminal The ELURA2 MC / ELURA2 are equipped with a DV IN/OUT terminal that conforms to IEEE 1394. It takes just a single digital cable to transfer or copy your videos in pure digital form to your DV compatible computer or another Canon DV camcorder. Once you’ve transferred video images to your computer, you can edit your movies or send your movies over the Internet, post them on your Web site, print them out on a Canon color printer, transfer them back to your Canon camcorder and archive them on a Mini DV cassette or create a dubbing master. DV Format Enter the world of DV and realize truly amazing picture and sound quality. Images reaching up to 500 line horizontal resolution reveal stunning detail and clarity. Clearly superior quality than even the best analog camcorders, by 20% at least, and free from annoying color noise. DV is the right format, right now! A Genuine Canon ProgressiveScan CCD 10x Zoom Lens with 40x Digital Zoom Compactand Lightweight MultiMediaCard (ELURA2 MC only) MultiMediaCard & Complete Fe...