Canon XF105

This camcorder includes in-camera features enabling the easy set-up and capture of high definition 3-D video when two XF105 camcorders are paired, as well as Canon's built-in infrared low-light feature enabling the capture of HD video in complete darkness.

This camcorder is mainly used for professional use and is ideal for Electronic News Gathering, documentary and independent filmmaking and even videography. This Canon XF 105 Review will discuss all the interesting facts you're looking for.

It provides a wide range of applications and high image quality, extreme portability and efficient workflow are of top priority. With stereoscopic 3-D production and infrared recording capability, it allows users to expand into new markets.Canon XF-105

The Canon XF105 Professional Camcorder features a Genuine Canon 10x HD Zoom lens which provides the mobility and optical performance required by the most demanding professionals. Each model includes a Canon developed and designed native Full HD 1920 x 1080 CMOS image sensor and the new Canon XF Codec for extreme color detail required for accurate chroma-keying, color-grading and compositing for digital filmmaking. For finer transitions in tone and color, 4:2:2 color sampling offers twice the color resolution of HDV and other 4:2:0 formats. And to maximize compatibility with existing industry infrastructure, video, audio and metadata are combined in an MXF (Material eXchange Format) File Wrapper, a widely supported open-source format. The Canon XF Codec is currently compatible with leading software programs widely used within the video production and broadcast industries including those available from Adobe, Apple, Avid, and Grass Valley.

Canon XF105 HD Professional Camcorder

* Lens Hood
* BP-925 Battery
* CA-930 Compact Power Adapter
* DC Cable
* WL-D6000 Wireless Controller
* Microphone Holder
* Shoulder Strap
* Component Cable
* Utilities Disk
* 1 Year Limited Warranty

4 Stars - Big Functionality in a small package!
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Pros
* Easy to Use
* Good Image Stabilization
* Great Picture Quality
* Large Clear LCD

Best Uses
* Documentaries
* HD Shooting
* Weddings/Events

Comments about Canon XF105 HD Professional Camcorder:

If you're used to and appreciate the functionality of a large camera you should be pleasantly surprised with the XF 105. Set up correctly you can have separate focus, iris and zoom controls available in nearly the same fashion as you would with a professional lens with servo drive. As for picture quality, I did a side by side comparison of the XF105 and a Sony 3 sensor camera and was very pleased with the results. Nice camera for the price.

There are quite a number of Canon accessories which can enhance the performances of your Canon HD camcorders. For the XF 105 model , the ones you will need include; Cross screens, macro lens with 4x magnification factor, cleaning kits, LCD protector, battery charger, Besel kit tripod, Besel monopod, Besel PRO ultra fish eye lens, battery kit, Cam gloss cleaning wipes, Cam gloss optical multi-cleaner, the cam gloss power dust brush, Cam gloss tornado blower, Circular lens hood, Circular polarizer filter, Cleaning kit cam gloss, Color filters, Zoom kits, LCD display protector, lens filter cap, memory card reader and USB cable, Multi image filter, Neutral density filter and much more. A Canon hard case can be very valuable in keeping your camcorder safe when not in use.