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Incorporating precision optics, superior digital processing, and a sleek innovative design, the Canon GL2 offers reliable professional performance. Offering the highest level of control, the camera fully compliments one's vision and passion for excellence. Its advanced feature set allows users to handle even the most challenging tasks with confidence and ease.
16:9 Aspect Ratio The GL2 is equipped with two 16:9 aspect ratio methods. 16:9 Guides The 16:9 guides are thin white lines, which appear in the display only. They let you view a 16:9 wide screen composition while in the standard 4:3 aspect ratio, which is especially helpful if you're planning to transfer your DV footage to film. 16:9 Recording Mode The GL2 includes a 16:9 recording mode, which applies an electronic anamorphic stretch allowing you to fill the frame of a 16:9 wide screen TV.
High Performance DV format IEEE1394 DV Terminal Whether your need is broadcast production or simply the very best picture quality, the Mini DV format delivers more than 540 lines of horizontal resolution – nearly a 25% improvement in picture quality over the best analog formats. The tape formulation is advanced to last longer and even withstand repeated use without failure, virtually eliminating drop out, delivering higher output and less noise.
Taken To a Higher Level White Balance White Balance can be set for Automatic, preset Indoors, preset Outdoors for any lighting condition. AE Shift/AE Lock By adjusting the AE Shift Control you can lighten or darken the image to precisely control the exposure level of the Program AE modes. In difficult lighting conditions, AE Lock allows you to lock exposure at the current level to control the brightness of the image.
SLR-Style Flash Photography Clear Scan The GL2 can be adjusted to match the frequency of a CRT monitor, allowing you to record it without rolling black bars. Attach a Canon Speedlite ETTL flash (420EX or 550EX) to use the GL2 for flash photography, just like you would with an SLR camera. The camera sets the flash duration, sending out a preexposure flash to ensure correct exposure before the main flash is sent out.
Flexible LCD View Screen and Color Viewfinder Analog Line-In LANC Data Code The 2.5” view screen makes it easier to compose sensational shots from any angle. It swivels and flips for maximum handling comfort and flexibility. It also tucks neatly away when bright shooting conditions make the eyecup* viewfinder the preferred way to shoot.
GL2 Nomenclature D.E. (digital effects) SELECT button Manual AUDIO LEVEL L dial ND FILTER button Stereo microphone BATTERY RELEASE button FOCUS A/M button Tally lamp Remote sensor LCD panel open button Audio LCD panel 1 D.E.
Viewfinder Cassette compartment cover Carrying handle MOVIE MODE switch LOCK lever 3 4 Grip belt 5 MENU button Focus ring Battery pack SELECT dial Tripod socket Standby lever Start/stop button STOP/INDEX SCREEN button PLAY/PAUSE button 5 REMOTE terminal REC PAUSE button USB terminal DV terminal 2 Audio/video terminal S-video terminal AV INSERT button Infra-red signals transmitter PHOTO button REW/card- button AUDIO DUBBING button MENU button Zoom buttons START/STOP button FF/card+ b
This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark. Power Sources Creative Shooting Accessories Lithium Ion Battery Packs CH-910 Dual Battery Charger/Holder A variety of one, two and three-level battery packs are available. Battery pack BP-915 (supplied) BP-930 (optional) BP-945 (optional) Maximum recording time using using LCD viewfinder screen 2 hr. 1 hr. 35 min. 4 hr. 40 min. 3 hr. 55 min.
