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Canon has been manufacturing and distributing digital cameras since 1984, starting with the RC-701. The RC series was followed by the PowerShot and Digital IXUS series of digital cameras. Canon also developed the EOS series of digital single-lens reflex cameras (DSLR) which includes high-end professional models.

Canon Vixia HF R100 has four video quality modes for this camcorder. There is an FXP mode (17 Mbps), XP+ (12 Mbps), SP (7 Mbps) and LP (5 Mbps) mode. This camcorder doesn’t have an internal flash drive for its recording media. It relies on SD/SDHC memory cards inserted to its built-in memory slot. A 32 GB card can accommodate up to 4.5 hours of video recording in FXP mode, 5.5 hours in XP+, 9.5 hours in SP and 12 hours in LP mode. FXP mode allows recording in 1920 x 1080 full HD format. And you do not have to worried about how to import Canon Vixia avchd video to mac, because there are lots of methods to solve this.

There are lots of reasons to like Canon's entry-level Vixia HF R series of "high-definition" camcorders, just like its user interface which is better than that of its more expensive sibling and its mic and headphone jacks, which are a rare find in this camera class. With the Canon Vixia HF R100 Flash Memory Camcorder, you'll find that high definition video has hit new levels of convenience, ease, performance- and value. A Genuine Canon 20x HD Video Lens and Dynamic IS works in combination with our sophisticated Canon HD image processing to deliver the sharp, vivid, lifelike video you want to see on your HDTV. The Vixia HF R100 records to SD memory cards and features Canon's Smart Auto. Advanced Video Snapshot lets you create 2-, 4- or 8- second movie clips, with music, that are perfect for sharing. Its advanced easy-to-operate control features also can make high-quality video that can turn the casual shooter into the family cinematographer, at our most affordable HD price.

The Good: Mic and headphone jacks rare in this price class; straightforward and functional design.

The bad: Poor low-light video and color accuracy; lens doesn't focus very closely; subpar battery life.

The bottom line: If you're looking to shoot great HD video on the cheap, keep looking; the Canon Vixia HF R series delivers decent video at best, even for its modest price. But for a low-priced model with mic and headphone jacks, the HF R100 is a pretty good deal.

In my view, The Canon VIXIA HF R100 is a perfect entry-level camcorder designed for portability and ease of use. Its auto mode produces one of the best videos in the auto modes for entry-level camcorders, making this camcorder perfect for beginners or for point-and-shoot applications. After shooting, I can edit the video on mac after converting Canon Vixia hf video to mac with AVCHD Converter for Mac. So have fun with your Canon vixia hf camcorder.

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