Canon ZR800 MiniDV Camcorder with 35x Optical Zoom | 
| Brand: Canon
List Price: $329.99
Buy New: $179.99
You Save: $150.00 (45%)
New (8) Used (5) Refurbished (1) from $179.75
Rating:  49 reviews
Sales Rank: 3984
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: Yes
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Optical Zoom: 35
Digital Zoom: 1000
Display Size: 2.7
Battery: 1 Lithium BP-2L5
Maximum Focal Length: 91
Minimum Focal Length: 2.6
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2
Dimensions (in): 8.1 x 5.9 x 5.6
MPN: ZR800
Model: ZR800
UPC: 013803078190
EAN: 0013803078190
ASIN: B000M4MT58
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Includes - ZR800 Camcorder, Battery Pack BP-2L5, Compact Power Adapter CA-590, Stereo Video Cable STV-250N | | • | 35x Optical and 1000x Digital Zoom | | • | Lens - Focal length 2.6-91mm, f/2.0 - 5.0 | | • | Image Stabilization - Shoot Steady Video even without a tripod for professional looking videos | | • | Smooth Zoom Control - 3 pre-set zoom speeds |
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Product Description
The ZR800 gives you clear, vibrant and brilliant video and digital photographs with a 680K Megapixel CCD image sensor. 35x Optical and 1000x Digital Zoom lets you get closer to the action for unsurpassed optical performance. The ZR800's image stabilizer allows you to shoot rock-steady video even at maximum telephoto without a tripod for professional-looking video. Canon's exclusive DIGIC DV image processor takes video and photos differently, resulting in exceptional color and clarity for both. The 0.35-inch viewfinder on your ZR800 displays your widescreen image in a letterbox view. The 2.7-inch LCD screen lets you view your widescreen shot right as you're taking them. The Widescreen Button lets you switch from standard 4:3 to 16:9 Widescreen HR with the camcorder's advanced image stabilization. Simultaneous Photo Recording lets you capture a digital photograph while recording video. Level and Grid Markers - Both markers can be set to white or grey for enhanced visibility 680K 1/6-inch CCD Image Sensor MiniDV Tape Format Viewfinder - 0.35-inch, 114,000 pixels,widescreen LCD Screen - 2.7-inch, 112,000 pixels, widescreen Exposure Lock - Lets you lock your exposure settings and then recompose your shot Auto Slow Shutter Function - Ensures perfect exposures in low light by lowering your shutter speed 9 Point Ai-AF - Auto Intelligent Auto Focus will bring it into sharp focus Progressive Photo gives you sharper detail in your digital photography Scene Modes - Portrait, Sports, Night, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Spotlight or Fireworks Image Effects - Vivid, Neutral, Low-Sharpening, and Skin Detail Dimensions - Width 2.2 x Height 3.6 x Depth 4.7 inch (57 x 92 x 119 mm not including grip belt) Weight - 13.2 ounces (375 grams)
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| Customer Reviews: Read 44 more reviews...
 Don't Buy March 5, 2007
Miamian (Miami, FL)
79 out of 100 found this review helpful
I was attracted to the Cannon ZR800 due to the very small size and very low cost. However, you get what you pay for, although you get much more in other brands for just a little increase in cost. I've already returned my Cannon ZR800 and replaced it with the Sony DCR-HC38. The smallest problem with the Canon is the continued motor noise, which you should be aware of it if you have read any review for any of the ZR800 predecessors. The problem is that the motor is very loud, and you will hear a very annoying whirr if you are indoors. This could be forgivable given the low cost, but the problem with the zoom noise is not. When you zoom in and out, a very noticable clicking noise occurs when you let go of the zoom switch. It is a loud click and when you play back your video this click is amplified on your video. It is impossible to watch a video and not notice this click. It is annoying, unusual and a big flaw with these new ZR Cannon camcorders. I called technical support, the person took a ZR800 and tried it out and then acknowledged that a problem does exist (she seemed stunned that this noise was occuring). Bottom line, this camcorder is absolutely unusable due to this clicking noise and would not be worth using even if it were free. Do not but it.
BTW, I love the Sony DCH-HC38 which is a bit more expensive and, like the ZR800, just recently came onto the market.
 A First Look March 18, 2007
E. Mansfield (Carnesville, GA USA)
46 out of 47 found this review helpful
I am writing to offset some negative opinions on this unit. I bought the Canon because it has facilities for an external mike. I am a new camcorder user and so have no practical experience to bias my opinion one way or another. First on the matter of tape drive noise: yes I can hear it if I put the unit up to my ear. But no noticeable noise comes up on actual movie clips when played back through my computer. Second, they claim you can interconnect and capture clips to your computer. What they don't tell you is that you need a Firewire card and cable (about $70.00 total at Best Buy). You cannot simply hook up through the available computer USB port. Fortunately, Microsoft provides the necessary drivers in the XP OS and minimal capture software called "Moviemaker".
I am not too pleased with the tape system but considering the price of the unit, I think it is a bargain. Finally, I have become aware through short experience with the unit that the ergonometric design for the right hand was very well thought out. Your thumb easily controls on/off and tape transport functions. It is really easy to use, at least for right handed users. All considered, I am satisfied with the product. Of course, if it dies next week, I will have a different opinion.
 Awesome First Digital! August 27, 2007
Michael B. Bruneio (Macungie, PA.)
38 out of 41 found this review helpful
I recently purchased the Canon ZR-800 (my first digital camcorder) and couldn't be more pleased. The color reproduction on this camera is the best I've ever used or seen. As to the motor noise complaints lodged by others, I can honestly claim that the motor noise has at no time been noticeable during playback. I am even using this camera for amateur movies, and its many features make it very controllable. Granted, the ZR-800 is not in any way a professional camera, but it does a great job for those on a micro-budget. The 35x lens is a great addition and makes extreme closeups look great. The "Widescreen" feature isn't true 16:9 (rather more like 4:3 widescreen)but it still looks great. I bought it primarily for the microphone input to use my shotgun mic, but even without it the sound is pretty good. All in all, a bargain for what I paid for it.
Great Camcorder! March 22, 2007
Mike and Shannon (Utah)
20 out of 21 found this review helpful
I love this camcorder. It is very easy to use, the piture quality is great. You can record wide screen or full screen. Light weight, fits in the palm of your hand which is more stable and less shaky when taping. The controls are within easy reach while taping. It is so easy to use that both of my kids have even been using it and they are only 9 and 6. It is also a great price. Can't wait for all our summer vacations to start taping.
I bought this camcorder two weeks ago from best buy. I just wrote my review and then read the others and I had to add this in, there were comments being made that you can hear the tape while recording and then in the play back. I slightly hear the noise when I am taping, but I cannot hear it when I am playing it on my dvd player. To hear the noise while taping you have to have it right next to your ear. But not noticable on the playback on computer or through the dvd player.
 Cheap but noisy! April 29, 2007
Darek Murat (WHEELING, ILLINOIS United States)
18 out of 22 found this review helpful
I have read all the product reviews prior to buying this camera.
I chose to believe that reviewers were (perhaps) exagerating in their comments about noise levels. How noisy could a camcorder be?
Well, I was wrong! IT IS NOISY! READ OTHER REVIEWS and know that they ARE CREDIBLE!
Looking back I would rather spend more money on a better quality product.
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