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Customer Reviews for VIXIA HF M40
VIXIA HF M40
The Canon VIXIA HF M40 Flash Memory Camcorder features a 16GB internal flash drive and dual SDXC-compatible memory card slots in an ultra-sleek, compact and lightweight body, convenience and capability wrapped in one package.
Average Customer Rating:
(4 Reviews) 4
Rating Snapshot (4 reviews)
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3 out of 4(75%)reviewers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for VIXIA HF M40
Review 1 for VIXIA HF M40
Nickname: bri1
Used this product for: more than 1 year
Expertise Level: Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Mostly used for: Sports
Canon Enthusiast: more than 20 years
Product replacement: Yes
good camera but dont buy
Overall Rating
Features
3
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5
Performance
2
out of
5
Price/Value
2
out of
5
Quality
2
out of
5
Satisfaction
1
out of
5
Date:January 27, 2013
Pros: Compact Design, excellent image quality
Cons: Difficult Computer Connectivity, Limited Software Compatibility
Great Camera but bundled software from Pixela is terrible. I would not recommend this product because of the bundled software.
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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Review 2 for VIXIA HF M40
Nickname: d_cypher
Location: New York, NY
Used this product for: 6 to 12 months
Expertise Level: Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Canon Enthusiast: 6 to 10 years
Product replacement: Yes
Outstanding product for a fair price
Overall Rating
Features
4
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5
Performance
5
out of
5
Price/Value
5
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5
Quality
5
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5
Satisfaction
5
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5
Date:March 25, 2012
Pros: full hd, optical stabilization, good in low light condition
Cons: limited built-in storage
I have owned this camera since Oct. 2011. I bought it in Tokyo at a shop in Akihabara at the Yodobashi camera store. This detail is important because it guarantees that this is a genuine Canon camera and that it was made in Japan. Being made in Japan is important because only the top quality Canon products are actually manufactured in Japan. Thus, if you do buy one, at least make sure that it is "MADE IN JAPAN".
That being said, I have nothing but good things to say about this camera. As another reviewer put it, the camera is outstanding in low light conditions to the point that it matches or exceed the quality of significantly more expensive professional-level cameras. However, one of the most notable features of this camera is the "Optical" image stabilization. The key element of optical stabilization is that any shaking of the camera is corrected by moving the lens (or sensor) before the sensor converts the image into digital information. In this manner, the resultant image is incredibly steady and clear.
That being said, I have nothing but good things to say about this camera. As another reviewer put it, the camera is outstanding in low light conditions to the point that it matches or exceed the quality of significantly more expensive professional-level cameras. However, one of the most notable features of this camera is the "Optical" image stabilization. The key element of optical stabilization is that any shaking of the camera is corrected by moving the lens (or sensor) before the sensor converts the image into digital information. In this manner, the resultant image is incredibly steady and clear.
21 of 21 people found this review helpful.
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Review 3 for VIXIA HF M40
Nickname: Alala
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Used this product for: Less than 1 month
Expertise Level: Casual User
Canon Enthusiast: Less than 1 year
Product replacement: Yes
Fantastic Camcorder!
Overall Rating
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Price/Value
5
out of
5
Quality
5
out of
5
Satisfaction
5
out of
5
Date:December 11, 2011
Rich set of features yet simple to use. Fantastic Camcorder!
8 of 11 people found this review helpful.
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Review 4 for VIXIA HF M40
Nickname: Seb
Location: Sunny Florida
Used this product for: 1 to 3 months
Expertise Level: Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Product replacement: Yes
Great picture quality
Overall Rating
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Price/Value
4
out of
5
Quality
5
out of
5
Satisfaction
5
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5
Date:December 9, 2011
Pros: pro quality on auto mode
I've used this camera for about a month. The picture quality is short of professional cameras. If you watch HD TV and then switch to this cam you will notice that it's actually better than the TV. Another great feature is the DIGIC DV III Image Processor. This chip is amazing! The Smart Auto is exactly what Canon is advertising: very fast renders the best picture settings on Auto. Very powerful chip and software together with the image sensor make for a amazing camera! Low light quality is also extraordinary. Objects appear very very clear. Put all this together with a very cool design and attention to detail make this a great product. Far exceeds my (high) expectations! Congratulations Canon, keep it up!
32 of 32 people found this review helpful.
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