Introduction:

A revamped version of the previous model HF S 11, Canon VIXIA HF S200 has witnessed several modifications and upgrades that have pushed this camcorder to join the ranks of top camcorders for this year.  Equipped with Relay recording feature, the HF S200 directly records videos to SD memory card slots and it even automatically starts recording on the second one once the first memory card is full.

Features:

Canon VIXIA HF S200 offers a cool new feature called Touch & Track. This feature allows you to zero-in on the desired subject simply by touching the LCD and even makes the required adjustments to the exposure settings. Though this happens to be a default feature the user can switch it off when he wants to make his choice of changes to focus and exposure settings.

Pros:

·         Thanks to the Canon’s 10x HD video lens, now you can shoot amazing videos in 1920 x 1080 resolution that too with accurate colors and true life-like images. Ability to record at the rate of 24 mbps in AVCHD format keeps this camcorder way ahead of others.

·         The magic of Canon VIXIA HF S200 doesn’t end with recording videos alone; still images of 8.0 megapixels resolution can be effectively shot with this camcorder.

·         The HF-S 200 offers several modes like Native 24p mode, 24p Cinema mode and 30p Frame mode to enhance and modify the way your videos appear to the audience. Usually, only pro-level camcorders provide settings like 30p Progressive mode and the videos made with this mode look good on the web. This mode allows you to shoot action videos, sports etc and its quality remains unrivalled by any other mode in the camcorder.

Cons:

·         The HF-S200 lacks a viewfinder.

·         Price of this camcorder is not in tune with its features and performance. It is slightly expensive than its rivals.

·         This camcorder fails to support SDXC memory cards and the provided lens hasn’t got the sufficient wide angle.

·         Battery-life is short and the touch-screen menus function in an erratic manner.

Pricing Range:

Shell out just $670-$999 to make this Flash Memory camcorder yours. Available in Black!

Final Verdict:

Canon VIXIA HF S200 offers a decent performance that you expect from the normal high-end camcorders manufactured by the likes of Canon. The expensive price-tag of this camcorder might egg- on people to explore other options as well. Overall, a good camcorder provided you can withstand its limitations.