The DC20 digital camcorder can record directly to DVDs. Measuring Only 3 inches (8cm) in diameter, the DC20's DVD -R/-RW discs are compatible with most DVD players and can store up to 30 minutes of video in standard mode and 60 minutes of video in long play mode or 120 minutes on a double-sided disc.
The DC20's DVD functionality also allows users to review footage quickly and easily without the bother of rewind or fast-forward searching. With the camcorder's Visual Index, users can review footage at a glance and play the selection.
The DC20 unites the convenience and image quality of DVD with the world's smallest Megapixel camcorder. Super-thin and compact, it's never been easier to capture moments- with a camcorder that's less that 2 inches wide. It's simple to carry it with you in a tote bag or coat pocket.
The DC20 gives users the opportunity to own a camcorder that shoots as wide as a widescreen TV.
The DC20 comes with a 10x optical zoom lens, precisely matched to the camcorder's CCD and featuring a unique, super spectra coating developed exclusively by Canon to reduce flare and ghosting for a clean image. Combined with the camcorder's 200x digital zoom, the lens gives an impressive range of focal lengths.
The DC20's built-in image stabilizer allows users to shoot rock-steady video -- whether shooting a sporting events, fun & games at a child's birthday party, or capturing a shot at a long focal length. It even works while panning and zooming.
One of the reasons the DC20 delivers stunningly vivid video and still images is its razor-sharp 2.2 Megapixel CCD -- one of the DV Photo Plus technologies that ensure uncompromisingly brilliant results. This performance is then combined with Canon's advanced RGB Primary Color Filter. Together, these two technologies ensure that Images are captured with outstanding clarity, giving you brilliant image quality to match the camcorder's brilliant DVD functionality.
The DC20 uses Canon's DIGIC DV signal processing circuit to processes video and still images differently. Video and still images have different color requirements and DIGIC DV technology processes the two signals accordingly. With this technology, video images are maximized for viewing on monitors and for projection. D
The DC20 also features a Built-in Video Light that allows users to keep shooting in low-light conditions.
