Canon adds 64GB LEGRIA HF M32 to its AVCHD camera range

Canon has added a key new model to its range of LEGRIA AVCHD models -the new LEGRIA HF M32 – which it describes as a compact, easy-to-use Full HD camcorder with 64GB extended flash storage.

This new model brings the LEGRIA “HF M” series line-up to four models and provides 64GB internal flash memory and SDXC memory card support for video enthusiasts who require longer recording times.

Canon LEGRIA HF-M32 3D Flip View

The LEGRIA HF M32 incorporates the same Canon technologies as the other models within the LEGRIA HF M series, including a Touch-screen LCD screen for greater user control and support for SDXC memory cards (the first Canon model to do so), providing increased shooting time with up to two terabytes (TB) capacity.

Advanced features and performance

Canon has given the LEGRIA HF M32 a 3.3 Megapixel Full HD CMOS sensor, 18x Advanced Zoom, Canon HD Video Lens and DIGIC DV III processing technology. In addition, Advanced Face Detection Technology identifies up to 35 faces in a frame, ensuring that friends and family remain in focus and well-exposed at all times. An individual face can even be manually selected to track someone moving around. Canon’s Instant AF technology provides what the company describes as “high-speed, pin-point auto-focus required for HD”.

In addition to its Super Range Optical Image Stabiliser, the HF M32 offers two additional stabilisation modes for tricky shooting situations: its Dynamic Optical Image Stabiliser minimises camera shake when walking or moving, especially for wide angle shots, whilst – at maximum zoom – its new Powered Optical Image Stabiliser mode can be activated at the touch of a button, and is designed to improve image stability when focusing on distant subjects.

The LEGRIA HF M32 features a 2.7” gesture-based Touch-screen LCD, providing instant control and ease of use. Touch Focus, Touch Exposure and Touch Tracking each offer the ability to change focus, select exposure levels and track moving subjects simply by touching the screen. Sliding on-screen controls allow users to make fine adjustments to zoom, aperture and exposure.

Video Snapshot for instant video playlists

Canon’s unique Video Snapshot offers one-touch recording to capture clips of two, four or eight seconds in duration. Clips can even be copied from previously-recorded footage, allowing users to create shorter scenes from long videos. They can then be assembled into a video ‘playlist’, which can be played back as a movie montage with background music. Music can either be added by uploading audio tracks to the camcorder memory or playing through the camcorder using an MP3 player. If they wish, users can then export the full playlist – including music – as a single Standard Definition movie to upload to the internet or burn to disc.

Canon LEGRIA HF-M32 LCD Screen

The LEGRIA HF M32 offers an easy way for users to share content online. An in-camcorder HD-to-SD conversion tool combines with an Easy Web Upload feature to allow clips to be transferred to YouTube with the minimum of effort. Supplied PIXELA ImageMixer software automatically locates content and allows users to log-in, upload and annotate their footage in one step. Individual user account details can also be stored for regular use.

Eye-Fi support for computerless uploading and sharing

Support for Eye-Fi connected functions means users can also upload their converted SD video clips direct from the camcorder to YouTube (or other supported websites) at a wireless hotspot, without the need for a computer.

Dual flash memory

In addition to 64GB of built-in flash memory, a memory card slot is also provided – compatible with SDHC and next-generation SDXC cards. Ranging to a maximum capacity of 2TB, SDXC offers storage for hours of additional full HD video content. Relay Recording also complements Dual Flash Memory by automatically switching recording to the memory card when internal memory is full, so there’s no need to miss recording the end of an exciting event.

LEGRIA accessories

The new LEGRIA HF M32 is compatible with a range of Canon LEGRIA accessories, including lens adaptors, video lights and the Canon WP-V2 underwater case, which enables users to shoot under water at depths of up to 40 metres. The integrated Mini Advanced Accessory Shoe also supports the Canon SM-V1 5.1ch surround sound microphone.

LEGRIA HF M32 Key features

Here’s a summary of the Canon LEGRIA HF M32′s main features:

• 64GB Dual Flash Memory, SDXC support and Relay Recording
• Easy HD Shooting
• 6.8cm (2.7”) Touch-screen LCD
• Video Snapshot
• 3.3MP Canon HD Camera System
• Dynamic OIS and Powered IS
• Easy sharing
• Pre REC, 25p Cinema Mode
• Superior audio
• Creative options

Availability

The Canon LEGRIA HF M32 is available from September 2010.

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Source: Canon UK Press Release. Additional material by Colin Barrett. Image supplied by Canon UK. ©2010.

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