Canon XA11

MPN: 2218C002  |  EAN: 0635492906518  |  Model: XA11

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Canon XA11 - 2218C002 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
Event Videos
Just Right
High FPS Videos
Just Right
Home Videos
Just Right
Vlogging
Just Right
Everyday Life Photography
Just Right
Low-light Videos
Just Right
Events Photography
Just Right
Underwater Photography
Just Right
Travel
Just Right
Landscape Photography
Just Right
Professional Looks
Just Right
Regular Looks
Just Right
Camera Body with Lens
Just Right
Bluetooth Connectivity
Just Right

Kind of Camera

With its primary focus on video, the Camcorder offers you a device that you can fully rely on when it comes to extensive video recording sessions in a variety of scenarios.

Photography Skillset

Keeping it simple - For someone who is not too bothered about technicalities, this Canon device works!

Video skill level

Just a beginner - Whether you're just starting to develop some expertise or you only record videos from time to time, then the Canon XA11 will satisfy your needs..

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Video Scenarios

The Canon XA11, is a very competent option when it comes to recording occasions and related activities. Also, the presence of its built-in Image stabilizer does help with making your clips look smooth and steady.

Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Canon XA11 is a great companion to have.

For your Video posts - This camera comes with an image stabilizer which reduces any wobbling in your recordings. In addition, the size of the image sensor ( mm), helps with the actual quality of the recorded image. 

Other Video needs

If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60 FPS at 1080p resolutions.

Low light recording can be tricky, however this camera has got what it takes to help you through that. This is because its minimum aperture number combined with it's maximum ISO sensitivity can produce crispy images with minimal noise.

Photo Scenarios

As you go about your business each day, there are moments or situations that come up that you'll want to capture on camera. The Canon XA11 makes for a great partner for taking those everyday shots, whether planned or spontaneous. 

Actions shots are for more engaging than people posing for a photograph at events. The Canon XA11 comes with Auto Focus Tracking which helps ensure people in motion still look sharp in your photos.

Whether its for living or non-living things, using the Canon XA11 for aquatic photos is a treat.

Sometimes while on sightseeing or on a tour, you can only observe things from a distance. Which is why the zoom capability on this camera comes in handy in that situation.

Composing photographs of landscapes is subject to the lighting conditions that you're faced with. The (mm) Image Sensor Size on this model play a big role in this. Also, the Canon XA11 has a variety of scene modes which can be selected to suit the shot you're preparing to take.

Style

This device showcases a refined taste in mobile devices due to clean lines and a premium look.

When you're more concerned about what your camera does than how it looks, the XA11 is a safe bet.

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Product Description

Designed with performance versatility in mind, the Canon XA11 is the compact camcorder that will take you through everything from event coverage and ENG to independent documentary filmmaking. The flexibility begins with the superb 20x Optical Zoom that keeps you in the centre of the action at all times, even when you're physically far away, whereas the recorded video remains steady thanks to an intelligent 5-axis image stabilization system. Outfitted with a 2.91MP CMOS sensor and DIGIC DV 4 image processor, the XA11 is able to produce Full HD 1080p video in full detail, clarity and colour. Conveniently flipping out from the compact camera body is a 3.5-inch OLED display whose intuitive touchscreen controls makes for a seamless navigation experience. Elsewhere, two built-in SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card slots allow you to record footage to both cards at the same time, allowing you to create an instant backup copy for data protection and archiving.

Technical Specifications

Canon XA11 - 2218C002 Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Camera Type Camcorder
Operating Temperature (T-T) 0 - 40 °F
Product Colour Black
Camera
Aperture Range (F-F) 1.8-2.8
White Balance Auto, Preset (Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent H, Fluorescent), Color Temperature Settings (2,000-15,000K), Set (1/2)
Focusing
Auto Focus Yes
Face Detection Yes
Focus Adjustment Auto/Manual
Focusing Distance 60
Manual Focus Yes
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
Maximum Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Video Formats Supported AVCHD, MP4
Video Recording Yes
Video Resolutions 640 x 360, 1280 x 720, 1440 x 1080, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Audio
Audio Formats Supported MPEG-2 AAC-LC, LPCM
Audio System Dolby Digital
Built-in Microphone Yes
Headphone Output Type 2.5, 3.5
Headphone Outputs 1
Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
XLR In 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 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
Packaging Content
Hand Strap Yes
Weight & Dimensions
Weight 745 g