NEW !! The XL2 brings a host of performance and convenience features to this class of video camcorder- benefits that can't be found in this combination on other high-end video cameras. They include: Canon Super Range Optical Image Stabilization in the standard lens; dual aspect ratios; various frame rate capabilities; image gamma and detail controls; skin detail control and convertible LCD display among others.

Key features include:
• 16:9 and 4:3 aspect ratio shooting format
• No resolution loss in 16:9. Full viewing on std. monitor (squeezed).
    16:9: 960x480 effective pixels
    4:3: 720x480 effective pixels
• Variable frame rates
    60i / 30p / 24p (2:3 and 2:3:3:2 with 1/48th 2nd shutter speed).
    The 2:3:3:2 pulldown allows editing software to extract true
• 24fps. Customizable Cine Look
• Total Image Control
• XL Mount Interchangeable Lens System
    See other available lenses under "Accessories"
• 20x Fluorite Zoom Lens with Optical Image Stabilization
    f/1.6, variable to f/3.5 at full telephoto.
• SMPTE time code
    Drop, Non-Drop, Rec Run and Free Run modes
    Generates SMPTE color bars with 1 KHz tone
• Custom Presets
• Professional Audio Connections
    Two built-in XLR connectors with phantom power
    BNC connector with in/out capability