Canon FS100 Flash Memory Camcorder with 37x Optical Zoom
- Capture video to SDHC cards
- 37x Optical Zoom; image stabilizer
- Widescreen HR recording
- 2.7-inch widescreen LCD
- USB 2.0 compatible for fast file transfer
The FS100 is one of Canon’s first Flash Memory camcorders. In addition to the advantage of added recording time, Flash Memory offers quick response time, because it doesn’t have to wait for moving parts. The FS100’s lower power consumption rate allows your battery to last longer. Measuring only 2.3″ wide, 2.4″ high and 4.9″ deep, it combines big video storage capacity in a small, easy to carry body. The 2.7″ Widescreen LCD on the FS100 lets you see more of what your camcorder is recording. With the FS100 you get a powerful 1.07 Megapixel CCD image sensor. The video you shoot will be sharp, clear and more true to life, as will your still photos. The Genuine Canon 48x Advanced Zoom on the FS100 extends the power of your zoom. In both wide angle and telephoto positions, there is virtually no loss in image quality throughout the range. The Canon DIGIC DV II Image Processor is the next generation of Canon’s exclusive DIGIC DV signal processing technology to ensure optimal image quality for … More >>
Canon FS100 Flash Memory Camcorder with 37x Optical Zoom
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5 comments
Brookline Mama on August 30, 2009 at 5:14 am
I haven’t even used the camera yet, but I need to share something extraordinary. I ordered an FS100 yesterday morning at 7:30am before leaving for work. Somehow, the package from Amazon was sitting on my doorstep when I came home from work in the evening. I have no idea how on Earth they managed to get me my order on the SAME DAY but I was blown away. I do have Amazon Prime, which made 2-day shipping free, but this was so far above and beyond…
I’m due to have a baby any day now, so maybe someone at Amazon knows something I don’t, and thought I should have the camera sooner than later???
In any case, thank you Amazon!!
Papa John on August 30, 2009 at 8:14 am
First let me say that the product is great. Amazon on the other hand is dishonest. They are advertising this product but they are unable to supply the product. When I purchased the product they said it would take 5-9 days from shipment, they offered free shipping. After I purchased the product they said they did not have a shipping date, I complained and they offered a ten dollar off offer on my next purchase. Then they told me that they could not get this product from Canon (yet they are still advertising the product). I will not purchase computer/photo equipment from Amazon again. If you do decide to purchase a product from Amazon, check if they will confirm the ship date when you purchase. Good luck.
E. Mahoney on August 30, 2009 at 10:02 am
My first video camera since vhs. Removed cds from box and tryed to load.
Image Mixer 3 SE would not accept serial number of camera and therefore
aborted install. Called Canon Tech support on Friday. Said I would get a call on Monday. Went back to second cd in box, Digital Video Solution,
loaded ok but only works on stills, I think. Obviously, I don’t have a clue. No documentation in box. No instructions. So, have shot some short
videos but can’t down load. Operating camera by trail and error, lots of error. What to do? I just expected instructions and I am very disappointed that it may be a long time before I will ever get it.
Ms_Ladi on August 30, 2009 at 11:14 am
I purchased this camcorder from a 3rd party seller on Amazon and was amazed at the lightening fast shipping! This was my first camcorder as up until now I hadn’t seen a need for them.
Wow, great camcorder! Color is absolutely beautiful (wine) and size is smaller than a can of Pepsi and really made to fold into your hands (I have small hands). I loved the flash drive and recording was pretty simple, although I did read the manual pretty thoroughly.
I was a bit unimpressed by the lens cover–when the unit powered on, I didn’t get that nice “powered” movement I’m used to with my digital cameras. I’m not sure if it’s a camcorder thing or just due to the low price of the FS100, Canon cut corners to save a few $$$. That was only a small thing.
The features on the camera was cool. I used another reviewer’s advice on recording in low light by setting the TV differently. It slowed down movement, but I did get a higher light. Not sure if this would have been irritating in the future. I like the cartoon image recording and also the fact that I could record in black and white. I would have liked to see more recording features like I see in my digital camera. For instance, I love recording in “my colors” on my Canon. Though gimmicky, it’s a cool feature when you have a camera in someone’s face!
Then again, I may have missed it. I noticed the manual kept harping over things that seemed pretty easy, but I had to keep flipping pages to find the features that weren’t easily accessible. Again, maybe a user error.
Downloading files was also simplistic. As soon as I plugged the Transcend reader in my Macbook, iMovie started and asked if I wanted to import the files. I was impressed by the ease of it all.
In the end: I did send the camera back. Not due to the camcorder’s setbacks, but just the fact that I’m not ready to lug around a video camera all the time. I absolutely love taking pictures and can’t see myself jugging both a good camera and good video cam trying to see how to capture the right moment.
Billy E. Newman on August 30, 2009 at 12:28 pm
The Canon fs100 Camcorder was a nice camcorder easy to use but the camera was defective I am in the process of returning it. Billy