Canon LEGRIA HF G40

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Compact Professional Full HD DV Camera.

Ideal for professionals and students alike, the new LEGRIA HFG40 features a powerful 1/2.84 type HD CMOS Pro sensor with high quality audio, full manual control and Wi-Fi, all in a compact body.

Canon LEGRIA HF G40

Canon LEGRIA HF G40

4 ⭐⭐⭐⭐ This Canon Legria HF G40 has been fully tested and serviced by our team of camera experts and works like new. There are some signs of previous use, but what fun is a rental if you don’t use it? Any signs of previous use are minor and superficial and there are no notable marks or scratches. All the photos to the left are of the item you would receive so you can see for yourself (yes, we really have someone downstairs photographing every preloved product). Includes: battery, AC adaptor, USB cable, wrist strap, remote, lens hood, and the original packaging.

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HD CMOS Pro Sensor

Delivers exceptional high-sensitivity imaging performance.
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HD Video

Combines a wide angle focal length of 26.8mm together with 20x zoom whilst maintaining a compact design.
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Advanced Image Processor

Provides optimum colour reproduction, faster AF speeds and improved image stabilization function
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5-Axis Image Stabilization

Delivers enhanced electronic correction of roll & tilt motions, reducing image distortion substantially even when shooting whilst walking.
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Highlight Priority Mode

Facilitates the expression of tonal gradations, colours and sharpness delivering an effect similar to HDR.
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Wide DR Gamma

Compresses high brightness areas seamlessly and delivers an expanded dynamic range of 600%.
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Detailed Features

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    HD CMOS Pro Sensor

    The LEGRIA HF G40 features a newly developed Canon HD CMOS Pro Sensor featured a signal-to-noise improved by 3db and approximately 40% reduction in noise compared to the previous model (HFG30). This delivers exceptional high-sensitivity imaging performance It breaks new ground with its 8-Blade Circular Aperture, which reduces the "starburst" effect found in camcorders with non-circular apertures. The result is that points of light in out-of-focus areas, usually the background of your shot, are beautifully circularly blurred, creating a more authentic and artistic feel. The professional touch of a manual focus ring allows accurate and precise control. For extra flexibility, the manual focus ring can be easily set to control zoom instead.

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    HD Video

    The LEGRIA HF G40 features a Genuine Canon 20x HD Video Lens offering a 35mm equivalent of 26.8mm–576mm. As with all Canon high definition video lenses, aspherical lens technology is used to achieve low chromatic aberration with high resolution while maintaining compact dimensions. Super spectra coating technology lowers flare and ghosting.

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    Advanced Image Processor

    The LEGRIA HF G40 incorporates the latest and most advanced Canon HD Image Processor, the DIGIC DV 4 Image Processor, which is a significant upgrade on several fronts. The DIGIC DV 4 Image Processor helps enable impressive low-light shooting for brighter, noise-free images even in dark scenes. Dramatically increased processing power lets you record in both easy-to-share MP4 and AVCHD formats simultaneously.

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    5-Axis Image Stabilization

    Canon's sophisticated SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer corrects camera shake instantly, so even handheld video taken at long focal lengths is sharp and steady. The power of Canon's new DIGIC DV 4 Image Processor has made possible a significantly improved new Dynamic Image Stabilization mode. In addition to providing continuous adjustment throughout the entire zoom range to correct a broad range of motion, with extra compensation applied at wide-angle focal lengths, the system now stabilizes rotational camera shake. Controlling rotational camera shake – horizontal, vertical and roll axis – helps ensure smooth, distortion-free video, even when you're walking while shooting.

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Detailed Specifications

LEGRIA HF G40 Technical Specifications

Video System

Recording Formats
MP4 / AVCHD
Recording Medium
SDXC / SDHC / SD (2 slots)double slot recordingRelay recording
Max Recording Time
Variable total, depending on memory card size¹64GB SDXC card: 24hrs 30mins 2/3 (not supplied)

Sensor

Type
1/2.84 Type Advanced HD CMOS PRO
Total Pixels
3.09MP (2208x1398)
Effective Pixels: Movie
2.91MP (2136x1362)
Effective Pixels: Still
2.07 megapixels (16:9)
Filter
RGB Primary Colour Filter

Lens

Optical Zoom
20x
Digital Zoom
400x
Focal Length
3.67 - 73.4mm
35mm Equivalent Focal Length
26.8 - 576 (without Dynamic IS) 28.8 - 576 (with Dynamic IS)
Maximum Aperture
f1.8 - f2.8
Aperture Type
8 Blade Circular Diaphragm
Minimum focusing distance
10mm
Image Stabilizer
Optical Image Stabiliser, Intelligent IS
Filter diameter
58mm
Teleconverter Attachment
Optional TL-H58
Wide Attachment Accessory
Optional WD-H58 (not included)
Wide Attachment Included
No
Lens Cover
Included cap, plus integrated cover on lens hood

Image Processor

Image Processor
DIGIC DV 4
Face Detection Technology
Yes

Screen

Screen size
3.5" (8.77cm), 100% view
Vari-Angle
Yes
Pixels
1.23m dots equivalent
Touchscreen
YES - Capacitive type Organic LED panel
Touch Tracking
Yes
Touch Focus
Yes
Touch Exposure
Yes
Manual adjustment
Colour balance, brightness standard/high

Wi-Fi Function

Wireless Bands
2.4GHz / 5GHz4
Remote Control & Streaming
Yes
Movie Uploader
Yes
Playback via browser
Yes
Media Server
Yes
Web Service
Yes

GPS Support

GPS Support
Yes (via accessory GP-E2, not included)

Baby Mode

Baby Mode
Yes

External HDD Storage

Direct storage to external HDD
No

Viewfinder

Screen Size
0.24" (0.61cm), 100% view
Pixels
1.56m dots equivalent

Minimum Illumination

Minimum Lux.
1 lux
Night Mode
Low Light (0.1 lux)
Auto Gain Control Limit Adjustment
Yes

Focus

Auto/Manual
Yes / Yes
Control
Auto: Face Detection AF Face Only AF Instant AF Medium AF TV AF Manual: Lens Ring Touchscreen LCD Focus Preset
Manual Focus Assist
Peaking, Magnification

Creative Features

Slow Motion Recording
1/2 speed
Fast Motion Recording
2x, 4x, 10x, 20x, 60x, 120x, 1200x
Video Snapshot
Yes, select from 2, 4, or 8 seconds
Touch Decorations
No
Story Creator
No
Cinema-Look Filters
Yes, Cinema Standard, Vivid, Dream, Cool, Sepia, Old Movies, Memory

AE Mode

Smart Auto
Yes
Program AE
Manual Mode: P, Tv, Av, M Scenes - Portrait, Sports, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Night, Low Light, Spotlight, Fireworks Cinema Mode: P, Tv, Av, M
Zebra
Yes

Backlight Compensation

Backlight Compensation
Yes (auto or user controlled)

White Balance

Type
FAWB
Auto
Yes
Set/Preset
Set 1, Set 2, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Colour Temperature
Auto Adjustment Range
2,800K to 8,000K

Shutter Speed

Maximum
1/2000 sec
Slow
1/6 sec

Image Quality Adjustment

Image Effects
Standard, Wide DR, Highlight Priority
Custom Functions
Brightness, Contrast, Sharpness, Colour Depth

Custom Controls

Custom Control
5 buttons plus dial

Still Image

Capture Image Size
1920x1080 (not cinema mode)
Simulaneous Photo Recording
Yes
Photo Button
Touchscreen LED

Rec. Review/Rec. Search

Rec. Review
Yes

Recording Mode

Recording Format
MP4 and AVCHD
Recording Mode (AVCHD5/6)
1920x1080 50p 28Mbps1920x1080 50i/25p 24Mbps 17Mbps1440x1080 50i/25p 5Mbps
Recording Mode (MP45/6)
1920x1080 50p 35Mbps1920x1080 25p 24Mbps, 17Mbps1280x720 25p 4Mbps640x360 25p 3Mbps
Progressive Shooting Mode
50p, 25p
Slow and Fast Motion Recording
Yes
Multi Directional Inverted
Yes
Video Snapshot
Yes (during recording)
Pre REC
Yes
Colour Bars and Test Tone
Off/EBU/SMPTE
Timecode Support
Rec Run/Free Run

Memory Card

Secure Digital Card
SD / SDHC / SDXC
Movie Recording
Yes
Internal Data Transfer
Yes, card A to B

Audio

Microphone Type
Stereo Electret Condenser Mic
System
Dolby Digital 2ch (AC-3 2ch) 5.1ch surround sound (via Optional SM-V1 microphone)
Audio Scene Select
Yes
Zoom Microphone
Yes (customisable frequency response and directionality)
Manual Rec. Level Control
Yes
Audio Adjustments
Built in: Mic Wind Screen, Mic Attenuate, Mic Frequency Response, Directionality Input Jack: Mic Attenuate, Mic Low Cut,
Audio Mix
Internal mic with external input

Terminal

Headphone
Yes
Microphone
Yes
USB
Yes (Mini B, USB 2.0 Hi-Speed)
AV
Yes (output only)
Component
No
HDMI
Yes (HDMI Mini Connector: v1.3, output only, CEC supported)
Built-in Charger
Yes
Memory Card
Yes
DC In
Yes
Tripod Mount
Yes

Accessory Shoe

Accessory Shoe
Yes ( cold shoe and mini Advanced Accessory Shoe)

PC Connection Kit

Application Software
Yes
USB Cable
Yes

Wireless Remote Control

Wireless Remote Control
Yes

Battery Pack

Type
Lithium Ion
Intelligent Battery System
Yes
Battery Included in the Kit
BP-820
Max Recording Time (Included Battery)
3hrs
Long Life Battery
BP-828
Longer Recording Time
4hrs 35mins7

Dimensions

W x H x D
115 x 84 x 231mm (with lens hood)
Weight
900g (with lens hood and battery)

Footnotes

LEGRIA HF G40
All data is based on Canon standard testing methods (according to CIPA Standards) except where indicated.Subject to change without notice.[1] Class 6 or higher SDHC card recommended for 50P recording, Class 4 or higher SDHC card rcommended for 24Mbps/17Mbps modes, Class 2 or higher SDHC card[2] Lowest Mbps recording mode[3] Recording for more than 12 hours continuously is not possible[4] 5GHz band not supported in Qatar and Indonesia[5] Variable bit rate used in all recording modes[6] Class 6 or higher SDHC card recommended for 50P recording, Class 4 or higher SDHC card rcommended for 24Mbps/17Mbps modes, Class 2 or higher SDHC card recommended for other recording modes, Memory card not supplied[7] Normal LCD brightness and optional long life BP