Canon ZR500 MiniDV Camcorder with 25x Optical Zoom
- Features true widescreen recording and powerful 24x optical zoom
- Widescreen 2.7-inch LCD
- Canon’s Digic DV image processor for exceptional color and clarity
- Smooth Zoom Control function prevents jerky zooms
Around the world, the name Canon means optical excellence, advanced image processing and superb performance. And Canon digital video camcorders are no exception.For budget-conscious consumers, the ZR family of cameras is a perfect balance between style, performance and affordability. ZR digital camcorders give you a variety of features, including Widescreen HR recording, pre-programmed auto exposure settings, a Firewire/DV Terminal and Canon’s advanced image stabilization system. The results are brilliant video and digital photos that you can easily share with family and friends.Along with its stylish Blue Mist finish, the ZR500 boasts Canon’s longest zoom ever. It also comes with features found on more expensive camcorders. An easy-to-read menu system makes it a breeze to operate. The joystick lets you easily operate playback, focus, exposure and menu options with a single controller. And a big 2.7” LCD lets you lets you see exactly what your camcorder is recording. Canon ZR500 MiniDV Camcorder with 25x Optical Zoom
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Posted by Rhodos
on Jan 31 2010. Filed under Technology.
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After a week of using this I find the motor noise that others talk about is nothing. Mine is a refurbished model from tigerdirect, so maybe the motor was already fixed
My mother in law has a camcorder that sounds like a blender. The ZR 500 is OK in low light, but you CAN adjust the exposure manually to correct if it isn’t to your liking. You can also adjust the focus too!
My friend who is a mini DV guru said that in this end of the consumer spectrum this camera is on par.
I’ve made two practice DVD’s (with firewire, no problem at all) with this camera and like what I see.
For those of you that have bad motornoise: try your video software to edit the noise out. Power Director has that feature.
I am happy with this product, but I would rather have a higher end model now that I have a bit more in my budget for a camcorder.
A great camcorder for beginners!
Rating: 1 / 5
We haven’t had our camera very long, but so far we are totally pleased!
Rating: 5 / 5
The ZR500 and other low-end Canon camcorders appear to be very fine products, well worth their price — but if what you want is the simplest and easiest way to make perfectly acceptable amateur-level home videos, have a look at the RCA Small Wonder.
Simple, rugged, totally easy to learn and operate, no frills but still some very neat features, takes perfectly adequate videos of your children, your dog, whatever — and about half the price. Bought one; totally satisfied.
Rating: 4 / 5
camera works fine, up to a point. Controls are marginal and you’d best have the manual handy to figure them out. However, I recommend you don’t bother buying it, it is NOT moisture proof, or even moisture resistant, and the electronic control board will corrode with the slightest dampness such as filming in foggy weather or light rain. And you cannot dry it out inside.
Rating: 2 / 5
Purchased this item at Best Buy in Florida during my vacation but the outcome was so dissapointing. Colors are very washed out, video to a 32 inch LCD TV is so blurry due to low resolution and low light b-day recording is sad as the TV turns dark and you can hear only voices. I highly recommend that anyone who wants to truely cherish their memories to get a higher grade camera. I really dont know what to do with this now… Too light for a door stop… Amazingly i have better results with a Sony Handycam I got as a gift in 1987. If you only have $250 to spend I suggest getting a used 2000-2002 High end model Sony with Night Shot.
Rating: 1 / 5