Canon, the leader in photographic and imaging technology, announces the new XM2 digital camcorder aimed at high-end consumers and semi-professional users.The XM2 builds on the features offered by its predecessor, the award winning XM1, to provide users with a brand new 470, 000-pixel 3CCD system, improved picture adjustment feature, and new manual controls resulting in increased image quality and versatility. Audio modes also feature three new types of frequency characteristics offering improved output.A new high-sensitivity 470, 000-pixel 3CCD achieves an exceptional 540 lines horizontal resolution and Super Low Light performance. Combine this with a new generation camera signaling processing LSI, which improves approximately 3dB in S/N ratio from the XM1, and the user will be able to see an improvement in color, low light performance, resolution and range. Also equipped with a pixel shift system that boosts both resolution and sensitivity, the XM2 allows users to achieve outstanding results. |
