Canon Vixia Hf R500 Digital Camcorder
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.Update. Here is a video with my complete rig using the Canon Vixia HF R500 I researched for a few months looking for the right camera to do remote reporter type work. This camera does it all in a low priced package.
I combined it with a Tacstar SGC-598 shotgun mic, and a Chromo Inc.® 160 LED CI-160 Dimmable Ultra High Power Panel led light and mounted it on a Heavy Duty Photography L Bracket. Then I bought a set of Sennheiser HD 202 II Professional Headphones. For under $400 I was able to get a complete remote setup to handle anything I needed. This camera is a powerhouse.
The video is phenomenal. The controls are a dream with the touch screen. For those that have had bad luck or were not satisfied with this camera I am sorry. But for those that understand at this price point what you are capable of getting this camera rocks the chart. Pros - Mic jack, Headphone jack, hdmi out that allows you to use a monitor or tv 'while' you are recording, audio on screen meter, volume input controls, tons of manual options, 1080p 60 fps, also does 720p which is great if you want to make videos for YouTube. Cons- Hard to see touch screen in 12 noon bright sun.
(I can deal with that) If you are looking in this price range then you need to stop right now and forget the rest. This is your camera. I posted a picture in user submitted with my camera setup. Hope this review helps. Pros: - The face recognition is great. Most of the options are selected through the touch screen, the buttons are easy to click and overall smooth. Picture quality is great when recording in moderate to good lighting conditions.
You can record HD MP4 at 60FPS. Very good quality and compatible Cons: - It doesn't have a way to add a strap for safety purposes. If you stop recording to take a restroom break at the zoo for example, you risk dropping your camera if you put it in your pocket due to not having a strap to strap around your head. Battery life is pretty short, you will need to buy extra batteries if planning to record 1.5+ hours without having to recharge. Overall materials feel very cheap, if you're a person that drops things often, chances are you will break it pretty soon. It does not have a built in light and in many scenarios you'll really wish it did. When low lighting conditions demand a video I tend to grab my iPhone 6 and get way better quality.Update.
Here is a video with my complete rig using the Canon Vixia HF R500 I researched for a few months looking for the right camera to do remote reporter type work. This camera does it all in a low priced package. I combined it with a Tacstar SGC-598 shotgun mic, and a Chromo Inc.® 160 LED CI-160 Dimmable Ultra High Power Panel led light and mounted it on a Heavy Duty Photography L Bracket. Then I bought a set of Sennheiser HD 202 II Professional Headphones. For under $400 I was able to get a complete remote setup to handle anything I needed.
This camera is a powerhouse. The video is phenomenal. The controls are a dream with the touch screen. For those that have had bad luck or were not satisfied with this camera I am sorry. But for those that understand at this price point what you are capable of getting this camera rocks the chart. Pros - Mic jack, Headphone jack, hdmi out that allows you to use a monitor or tv 'while' you are recording, audio on screen meter, volume input controls, tons of manual options, 1080p 60 fps, also does 720p which is great if you want to make videos for YouTube. Cons- Hard to see touch screen in 12 noon bright sun.
(I can deal with that) If you are looking in this price range then you need to stop right now and forget the rest. This is your camera. I posted a picture in user submitted with my camera setup. Hope this review helps. Searching around reviews for how this camera will work with Macs and iMovie is a journey indeed. I will give you my experience thus far. I have a 27inch iMac that was upgraded from Snow Leopard to Mavericks.
I have both the new iMovie 10.0.3 and thankfully the older iMovie 9.0.4. This particular camera shoots in two modes. You can choose the AVCHD mode or the MPEG-4 mode. Each of these modes. The MPEG-4 mode's video quality can be selected to 4, 17, 24, or 35 Mbps. The AVCHD mode's video quality can be selected to LP, FXP, MXP, and 60P. Now, according to the onscreen menus, the MPEG-4 format is better suited for computers.
The primary reason that I wanted this camera is that I wanted to upgrade from a Sony DCR-SX85 which is a standard definition camera. I also wanted to be able to record events and be able to easily transfer the footage to my computer, do some slight editing, and then burn it to a DVD. I'm not trying to make a Hollywood movie here. I just want technological simplicity that looks good. This camera, so far is meeting that need perfectly. I did some test footage and decided that I would record it with MPEG-4 on the 24 Mbps setting.
This isn't the highest quality, but with my luck and experience.when you start recording things in the highest settings you usually run into multiple problems later when you go and try to transfer it to a computer. AVCHD, from what I understand, is supposed to be the highest format that you can put your videos in. I filmed in both modes and then hooked my camera up to my HD TV and I honestly can't really tell the difference between the two.
You can actually search for videos on the web that show the differences between the two and judge for yourself. I happy with shooting in the MPEG-4 format for right now because it works better with my particular program (iMovie) and it looks a heck of a lot better than what my older camera was doing. Now, Mac users, according to iMovie 10.0.3, you can transfer AVCHD video in. BUT.a lot of people have a lot of issues with this. I think iMovie 10.0.3 is really difficult to work with and it doesn't seem to be as intuitive as the older version. I first used this newer version of iMovie to upload MPEG-4 footage and it worked perfectly.
Instead of hooking the camera directly to the computer, I just used the SD card (using Scan Disk Extreme Plus 32GB). I had iMovie 10.0.3 open and it immediately recognized the SD card and uploaded the footage no problem. I began to edit, add effects, and finish my project. Now.this is where the problem comes. Transferring or 'sharing' your project. It seems like every time I use iMovie 10.0.3 you have to jump through hoops and use various methods to get your footage to iDVD.
I don't think I've ever been able to do it the same way twice. It can be done.but what a headache. So, the camera will work with this version of iMovie. I did not try to use AVCHD with this version just yet. I don't know if I even will. For one, the program is such a pain.etc etc.
You can transfer your projects to iCloud.but I wouldn't do anything of any great length. You might be uploading for a week. It takes 30+ minutes to transfer something that is about 4 minutes long and my computer gets really hot and the fans kick in (iMac i5). I sure it has to do with everything from the size of the file, how it was filmed, and internet connection speeds. I also tested this camera with the older iMovie 9.0.3. Now, I haven't used this version in a long time and boy this version is such a breeze to work with. What a major difference!
I filmed using the MPEG-4 format and iMovie 9 recognized the card and uploaded the footage with no problem. I was able to edit etc. Transferring to a dvd was just a couple of clicks and DONE!
Use this version if you want the same kind of simplicity that I seek. Both versions of iMovie will recognize this camera using the MPEG-4 format. I use the 24Mbps because it is high quality (not the highest) and I can use the in camera functions/filters/effects while recording with this format. When you film in the highest formats with either mode.you will not be able to use any of the effects/filters. For me, the camera gives a better quality video when compared to what I had previously. Even if you wanted to just record your footage and leave it on the SD Card and hook it up to the TV to watch that way.this camera works great for that as well. You get an HDMI cable that will allow you to do just this.
That way, you don't have to worry about soft ware programs and burning stuff to DVDs. I personally just like have a physical copy like a DVD as a backup (even though that isn't always full proof either).
When hooked up into the TV, the camera really shines because your not loosing quality due to video compression etc. Now, I've only had the camera for a week now. I am sure you have looked at all the reviews about the features and I don't want to go into an in-depth review on those because there plenty of that stuff out there.even videos that will show you what this camera can do. With my experience thus far, here are a few things that I have noticed and can confirm.
First, make sure you get another battery. The battery that this thing comes with will probably last you about 30 minutes. Batteries made by Canon are really $$$. I decided to get one made by Kapaxen.
You have various sizes that you can choose from that vary in recording time. I got the mid range one that gives me about 2 hours of recording time. These batteries work perfectly with this camera and they are decoded to give you the information like battery life etc. They were actually recommended to me by a videographer who uses them with their Canon cameras. You can get them really cheap here on Amazon.
The camera is about the same size as my old Sony and honestly doesn't feel any cheaper made than that one. These things are light and tight. Small and compact. Drop any of them on the side walk and there going to be toast.
There is no view finder.all you got is your view screen. This does present a problem when your filming outside in bright situations. I took it out in the back yard when it was really bright and I had a very difficult time trying to figure out what I was aiming at.
You have to open the lens cover manually. The good thing is that the camera reminds you to do this when you turn it on.
Film quality in low light situations does degrade dramatically. The film does get grainy and you loose the HD look. But honestly, what mid range camera doesn't loose some quality when recording in low light situations? I can say that it handles it better than my Standard Def Sony.so I'm happy with that.
You don't get an operator's guide. You have to download a PDF. I honestly didn't need to. The on screen menus are very easy to understand and spending a little of time digging around with it.you can pretty much figure out all you need.
For a mid-range HD camera that is easy to use and has a budget friendly price. This is a great camera to have. I would of loved to be able to get a Canon G2! The camera is not perfect but it fits my purposes well.
I hope that spending a little more time with talking about how this camera functions with iMovie and Macs that it helps to clarify some of the questions about that and helps those users. I know I spent a lot of time looking around for information specifically addressing those issues and I only got vague and conflicting information.
I did read one review in which a person said that after they filmed the footage that they couldn't find it afterwards? I'm not sure if they are speaking about finding it on the camera or with the computer.
I can tell you that when you film something, you have to hit the 'play' button on the side of the camera. This is covered with the view screen is closed. Once you press that button you have to select which recorded formats you want to view. There is a little slider at the top of the view screen that will allow you to see the videos that you shot in AVCHD and MPEG-4. When you first get to that screen.all the 'video boxes' are greyed out which could lead people into thinking that the camera hasn't recorded anything. Anyway, hope this review helps address some issues and features. I tried to get all the stuff out there that I was so desperately seeking.
So far, I like what the camera does and look forward to taking it on our upcoming camping trip. If I discover any major issues/problems.I will update.
For now, I recommend this camera! We bought this on pre-order and it showed up the day it was released.
I was so thrilled! We tried it out the very next day at my son's soccer game and it was awesome. The set up is VERY easy and user friendly. Just make sure you buy or have a SD card on hand. The charging took a few hours, but that was expected. The best part is the focus when you're zooming.
I loved that I could easily follow my son on the soccer field and when watching it back, it doesn't feel like you're getting dizzy watching a home movie. The stabilization feature is awesome for moving kids and moving soccer balls. Pwd dsr of aurangabad division software for mac.
Canon Vixia Hf R500 Digital Camcorder (black)
You can start and stop each video clip really easily. And taking still photos is so simple! We bought this mainly for our baby being born in a few weeks and wanted to make sure we could easily use it and understand the settings before he comes. Overall, for $300 (plus a new SD card, camera bag, and the warranty) I feel like we definitely got our money's worth. It's also VERY light weight, even lighter than my cell phone. I was looking for a 'Popular Priced' video camera that has a jack for an external microphone, and was sadly surprised as to how few cameras lack what to me is a basic feature!
To me, not having a microphone jack on a video camera is like buying a car only to find it doesn't come with window glass-and that you can't even buy windows as an option. If you have had any experience with video cameras, you will be aware that the built-in microphone leaves a lot to be desired. (Ever been watching the TV news when the sound engineer forgets to turn the anchorman's microphone on? Makes one shudder! How echo-y, distant, and basically annoying that sound is! The difference when the engineer finally turns the anchorman's mike on, is refreshing, to say the least.) I do a good bit of public speaking, and I want to make videos of my presentations for posterity.
Having a microphone attached to, or near, me, is essential. But I don't need to spend a pile of money to have that one very basic.feature. Enter the Canon Vixia HF R500 video camera. I purchased it new not long after it was introduced, and paid the 'going price' for it then.
(I've seen it for considerable discounts since.) It has excellent picture quality and great color, which is to be expected from a company like Canon. And it has surprisingly good sound quality even with the built-in microphone. I have not used the external mike I purchased as a part of an accessory kit, yet, but I have no doubt it will sound good as well. A couple of caveats about the camera: 1) The lens cover is in a slightly inconvenient location, which requires you to open the lens before you insert your hand into the hand strap; and 2) The zoom control is a little tough to operate. It is operated by your right index finger, and the feel to me is a bit on the stiff side. It should get easier to use after some practice. Overall, this is a very capable camera, and I expect to get many years of satisfying use out of it.
I absolutely love this camera. I bought this mostly to start making YouTube videos and get my channel up on it's feet, but I use it for a lot more now that I have had some time to play with it. The features it has available is insane. I took it to a fireworks show and was really concerned that it wouldn't work very well because of my past experiences with cameras. I was mostly worried that it would hear too much of the bang from the fireworks and not enough of the radio playing music in front of it. Surprisingly, it worked like a dream in quieting the fireworks and letting the radio stand out.
I was surprised that they actually have a setting where you have complete control over everything; mic level, exposure, focus, recording speed, and so on. There are so many impressive features on this tiny little thing. It is really small.it may be a little difficult for people with larger hands to work the zoom as well as the record button, but I think it isn't very difficult to work around and figure out. So if you're looking for something that's reasonably priced that will also give you awesome quality video, this is your camera. Pros: - The face recognition is great. Most of the options are selected through the touch screen, the buttons are easy to click and overall smooth.
Picture quality is great when recording in moderate to good lighting conditions. You can record HD MP4 at 60FPS. Very good quality and compatible Cons: - It doesn't have a way to add a strap for safety purposes. If you stop recording to take a restroom break at the zoo for example, you risk dropping your camera if you put it in your pocket due to not having a strap to strap around your head.
Battery life is pretty short, you will need to buy extra batteries if planning to record 1.5+ hours without having to recharge. Overall materials feel very cheap, if you're a person that drops things often, chances are you will break it pretty soon. It does not have a built in light and in many scenarios you'll really wish it did. When low lighting conditions demand a video I tend to grab my iPhone 6 and get way better quality. We found some great videos on Youtube made with this camera, and based our purchase on those. All we were looking for is a video camera that could record our children's school performances while I'm at work at night since I miss out on so many of them. Cell phone cameras just aren't good enough.
I wanted to see my daughter's face. The nervousness when she goes out on stage, the pride when she had done a great job. I wanted to feel a bit like I was there for those things. We are only one performance in, but it was in a fairly dark auditorium, so I feel like this camera was put to the test, and I could see her little face so well despite how far away my husband had to sit. The details and sound were fantastic, and the image stabilization made up for a lot of the first-time cameraman's error - although I think we will likely invest in a tripod for the future.
I like the camera a lot. Very straightforward to use, and the quality, I think, would suit most non-professional needs. Although we have iPhones that take excellent video, my wife really wanted a handheld video camera so that we could take video of our newborn without worrying about running out of memory space. And with that purpose in mind, the R500 is great.
I use a Class 10 SDHC card with 32GB of space - it can take hours of video, even at HD quality. It's also very compact and lightweight (amazingly lightweight), and it does a pretty good job identifying faces and focusing. The problem is just with the quality of the resulting picture - unfortunately, it is extremely grainy in moderate-to-low light. Which, when you have a newborn, is about 80% of the videos you want to take. This is a source of constant frustration, since I already have a camera in my pocket (iPhone 5s) that can take BETTER videos than my dedicated video camcorder. That being said, it performs much better in daylight/outdoors, and I have no issues with design or software of the camera.
I think this is good example of why the video camcorder is basically being phased out as a thing. But for the memory/storage issues on my phone, there wouldn't have been much need for it. I have owned several camcorders in the past and would not consider myself a photographer or expert by any means.
Maybe a prosumer would be an accurate term. I like to get the most out of my buck and this camera delivers.
It is easy to use, has a great touchscreen, easily understood settings, and takes high quality video. See my youtube review (search ldsreliance) for a comparison between a decent 480p video camera and this Canon shooting on medium-high settings. On its highest settings (1080p, 35 Mbps MP4), it will shoot for about 2 hours on a 32GB Class 10 SD card. It is very lightweight and small. Another great feature that is absent in a lot of camcorders of this range is an external mic jack.
Since I make youtube videos in my spare time, this will come in handy if and when I invest in a nice external microphone for better audio.