Canon's New Flagship Camcorder, The Canon VIXIA HF S11
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Canon's new flagship VIXIA HF S11 Dual Flash Memory camcorder are for those looking to capture superior HD.
The VIXIA HF S11 provides advanced HD features and professional-level manual controls. Additionally, Canon
announced a new camcorder accessory, the RA-V1 Remote Control Adapter for professional-level functionality
when shooting from a tripod.
The VIXIA HF S11 retains Canon’s core imaging technologies, but adds several new features that enhance
operability and deliver unsurpassed image quality. The VIXIA HF S11 offers the ability to record up to 24 hours of
crisp high-definition video to a 64GB internal flash drive and the option of recording video directly to removable
SDHC memory cards for fast and easy sharing of memories. Now that's a big harddrive!
Two new features that help enhance the video capture and viewing experience are Canon’s new Dynamic
SuperRange OIS system, which delivers the ultimate in shake correction by providing continuous adjustment
throughout the entire zoom range, and an Advanced Video Snapshot Mode which allows you to create the perfect

highlight movie to share with family and friends by recording a series of four second clips when in shooting mode as
well as in playback mode.
“Canon’s latest enhancements to our acclaimed and ever-popular VIXIA line of high-definition camcorders improve
the overall shooting experience and enable users more flexibility when shooting and storing their memories,” said
Yuichi Ishizuka, senior vice president and general manager, Consumer Imaging Group, Canon U.S.A. “Canon
continues to take the lead in providing products that offer superb image quality and value for the end-user.”
The VIXIA HF S11 features a Genuine Canon HD Video Lens, Canon designed and manufactured 8.59-megapixel
Full HD CMOS Image Sensor and Canon DIGIC DV III Image Processor, all of which allow the camcorder to
produce breathtaking video and stunning 8.0 megapixel photos. It also features Genuine Canon Face Detection,
Instant AutoFocus, and the ability to record in 24p Cinema Mode or 30p Progressive Mode. In addition, the VIXIA
HF S11 offers manual gain control limits and manual focus controls found in professional camcorders.
As a new accessory, the RA-V1 Remote Control Adapter provides the VIXIA HF S11 with a LANC terminal for
connecting optional Canon (ZR-1000 and ZR-2000) and third-party wired remote controllers. This adapter fits into
the Mini Advanced Accessory Shoe for controlling various camcorder functions, such as power on/off, record
start/stop, zooming and focus, and is ideal when used on a tripod.
When tested, most impressive was the movie-quality production it produces, literally transforming what's captured
into living, breathing motion pictures. And with a host of features to manipulate, edit and enhance, the S11 pulls out
all stops. Available now, the Canon VIXIA HF S11 Dual Flash Memory Camcorder, as well as the RA-V1 Remote
Control Adapter, sell for an estimated retail price of $1,499* and $120*, respectively. (www.canon.com)
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