Canon Legria HF G40

MPN: 1005C002-IV  |  EAN: 0636983227204  |  Model: Legria HF G40

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Canon Legria HF G40 - 1005C002-IV Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
Camcorder
Just Right
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Just Right
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Just Right
Intermediate Skill Level (Video)
Very Good
Wildlife Photography
Just Right
Live Streaming
Just Right
Landscape Photography
Just Right
Everyday Life Photography
Just Right
Event Videos
Just Right
High FPS Videos
Just Right
Events Photography
Just Right
Home Videos
Just Right
Sports Photography
Just Right
Vlogging
Just Right
Underwater Photography
Just Right
Slow Motion Videos
Just Right
Travel
Just Right
Low-light Videos
Just Right
WiFi Connectivity
Just Right
Regular Looks
Just Right
Camera Body with Lens
Just Right
Bluetooth Connectivity
Just Right

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Product Description

Blending compact design with no-fuss performance, the Canon Legria HF G40 stays ready to adapt to any shooting conditions you find yourself in. Whether you're a documentary filmmaker, live streamer or budding director, the 2.91MP CMOS sensor and DIGIC DV III image processor work in tandem to deliver Full HD 1080p video at up to 60 fps. Featuring an outstanding 20x Optical Zoom, SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer and built-in microphone, you can rest assured that the Legria HF G40 has all the necessary tools to maintain creative flexibility at all times. Not only does the ergonomically-designed body frame put forth a comfortable hold and solid grip, but the assignable buttons allow for a personalized shooting experience. With the Legria HF G40, you also have the option to view your creations upon the 3.5-inch LCD screen that flips out from the camera body, or project them upon an HDTV via the convenient HDMI port. When you're ready to export those movies, this camcorder is equipped with WiFi and NFC technology that allows you to instantly share over a wireless network without even having to remove the memory card.

Technical Specifications

Canon Legria HF G40 - 1005C002-IV Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Camera Type Camcorder
Operating Temperature (T-T) 0 - 40 °F
Operating Temperature (T-T) -5 - 45
Product Colour Black
Camera
Aperture Range (F-F) 1.8-2.8
Image Formats Supported JPEG
White Balance Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Shade, Tungsten
Focusing
Auto Focus Yes
Face Detection Yes
Focus Adjustment Auto/Manual
Focusing Distance 10
Manual Focus Yes
Tracking Focus 1
Shutter
Camera Shutter Speed 1/6 - 1/2000 s
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed 1/2000 s
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed 1/6 s
Video
Camcorder Media Type SD, SDHC, SDXC
Full HD Yes
HD Type Full HD
Live stream capable 1
Maximum Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Slow-Mo Capable 1
Video Formats Supported AVCHD, MP4
Video Recording Yes
Video Resolutions 640x360, 1280x720, 1440x1080, 1920x1080 pixels
Audio
Audio System Dolby Digital
Built-in Microphone Yes
Headphone Output Type 2.5, 3.5
Headphone Outputs 1
Microphone In Yes
Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
Wind Filter Yes
Lens System
Focal Length (35mm Film Equivalent) 26.8 - 576 mm
Focal Length Range (f-f) 3.67 - 73.4 mm
Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 576 mm
Minimum Aperture Number 1.8
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 26.8 mm
Optical Zoom 20 x
Display
Built-in Display Yes
Flip-out Screen Yes
Vari-angle LCD Display Yes
Sensor
Image Sensor Size 1/2.84
Sensor Type CMOS
Other Features
Stabilizer Yes
Ports & Interfaces
HDMI (Mini) Ports Quantity 1
HDMI Connector Type C
HDMI Ports Quantity Yes
USB 2.0 (Mini USB) Ports Quantity 1
USB 2.0 Connectors 1
USB Connector Mini-USB
USB Connector Type B
USB Version 2.0
Networking
Wi-Fi Yes
Packaging Content
Hand Strap Yes
Weight & Dimensions
Depth 231 mm
Height 84 mm
Weight 900 g
Width 115 mm