XH-A1s

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The XH-A1S is a digital video camera manufactured by Canon. The XH-A1S is an updated version of Canon's XH-A1, and a newer version of the Canon GL2. It is generally used for independent filmmakers.

Features

Ultimate HD Quality The XH-A1S has a new and improved 20x zoom. The new three ring iris, zoom, and focus feature allows for zooming and focusing at the same time.

The 3CCD system offer 800 TV lines, which is the highest in HDV standard.

DIGIC DV II Image Processor This is Canon's next generation of video processing and it ensures the best optimal quality and color reproduction for high-definition video.

Audio The XH-A1S is equipped with dual XLR connector inputs with a phantom power supply. Audio may be recorded using both XLR inputs, or with one and the built-in microphone. The display provides the audio limiter, which makes sure the user gets the right amount of audio at all times. The XLR inputs are female.

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