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Canon VIXIA HF G20 HD Camcorder with HD CMOS Pro and 32GB Internal Flash Memory

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Condition
Used - Good
Model
8063B002
Screen size
3.5 in
Dimensions
8.3"D x 3.6"W x 3.2"H
Weight
1.4 lb
Color
Black
Maximum Focal Length
42.5 mm
Works with
Laptop, Personal computer

Features 5

  • 10x HD Video lens (5mm equivalent: 30.4mm 304mm) with 8-Blade Iris, 3.5 inch touch LCD
  • Canon HD CMOS Pro Image Sensor (1/3-inch, 1920 x 1080 image sensor) with 20% improved low-light performance
  • Up to 12 hours of HD recording to 32GB internal memory (2 additional card slots available)
  • Dynamic SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization and Intelligent IS automatically

Description

True video enthusiasts and advanced amateurs will find their inspirational match in the new VIXIA HF G20. Designed to rival pro-level camcorders in image quality, it's equipped with a Genuine Canon 10x HD Video Lens with 8-bladed iris for stunning quality video and soft, beautiful background blur. The camcorder's Canon HD CMOS Pro Image Sensor provides extraordinary flexibility with extended dynamic range, enhanced gradation, and significantly more light capture for 20% improved low-light performance.

Specs 52

Brand Canon
Photo Sensor Technology CMOS
Video Capture Resolution 1080p
Maximum Focal Length 42.5 millimeters
Maximum Aperture 2.8 f-stop
Flash Memory Type SD
Video Capture Format AVCHD
Supported Audio Format Dolby Digital

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Top Amazon Reviews

Great Semi Pro Camera. Worth the money.
Style: Vixia
I needed a great cam with a good lens in low light. I shoot indoors a lot and I hate carrying the large light set up every freakn where I go. Im glad I invested the money into this camera. Sometimes, even with the light setup, boom lights and umbrellas, Id still get noise in my video. With the canon g20, I don't even need the umbrella lights! I shot a scene outside at night time with only an attached hot shoe light and the video was incredibly high quality. I had no noise at all! Clean crisp video even in the dark! Just make sure you set it to manual and play with the settings a bit. The auto mode sucks big time because it adds way to much AG ( Gain ) and the video looks washed out. Auto mode is only good if your re shooting in good light, like outside or in well lit areas. Turn off the slow shutter as well. It will blur your video in low light. Other wise the camera is well built. I like the option of the SD or internal hard drive to save video. This camera only shoots in 24p and 60i. It has 2 more optional settings of 30p and pf24, which are basically the same as 24p and 60i. 24p can be a bit blurry if you have a lot of high motion and low light, so Id advise using the 60i and just converting the video to 30p in Vegas or whatever video software you use. For those who didn't know, 60i is basically 30p, doubled. You cant convert it to 60i, you must go down to 30p. But 24p cannot be up scaled, only down scaled. But if your re not doing a lot of high motion in well lit areas, 24p is really great and will give you a really great film Hollywood look. Video quality is very good if you know what you are doing. Auto mode is best for daylight or well lit areas. Don't use it in low light! Also, the hot shoe on this camera is mini. So your standard mics and lights wont fit unless you buy an adapter. I found out later when I tried to attach my old light from my old camera. I was debating the canon m50 over this camera, and glad I bought this. The m50 is good, but there is a reason its $500 and this one is $1000, trust me. I never used the g10, but if you don't have the g10, get the g20. I was also debating getting the g30, but $1700 was something I did not want to spend on a camera right now. The g30 basically just has 1080p at 60fps and a few more added features. If that's something you just gotta have, then go for the g30. I don't need that for what Im doing. 30p is just fine and the quality is just as good. Ive heard the g20 is just a g10 fixed. So if your re on a budget, Im sure you can find some refurbished g10s online a few hundred cheaper than the g20. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2013 by Mr. Meticulous
Wonderful Camera
Style: Vixia
Seems like a great camera with a lot of options. I say "seems" because I've had it less than a day. I like the layout of the buttons and the ease of switching between Manual and Auto modes. I have a HF M500 and these functions are done through the touch screen where the G20 has switches for that and also for Auto-focus and Manual focus. I shot some test video around the house and the pictures (video) is very good. I like the fact that you can adjust so many things such as zoom speed and the such. Some have complained about the touch screen. I suspect they are used to the touch screens on their phones. When you're shooting video however, a very sensitive touch screen could be a hassle. You could inadvertently change settings while you are shooting, possibly costing you a great shot. I'll stick with the deliberate effort needed to change screens and scroll, over the possibility of losing a shot. The Pixela software is horrible. Caused a registry repair to be triggered and there is some kind of problem with other parts of it. I had to uninstall it because my computer was acting so crazy. This is not my first issue with their software, I had problems with their software for my Canon 7D also. I run Win 7 Pro with 4 gigs of memory and three 1 terabyte hds. Save yourself the hassle and don't install it at all. You don't need it and it's interface is odd. No clear paths to copy videos from the camera to your computer. I will post updates as I go as I am shooting some beach video on Friday and will report back. Update : Aug. 29, 2014: Too cloudy to traipse the beach for a shoot. But one thing I've run into while learning use the camera is the memory card issue. If you are in the Auto mode, you can only record to the internal flash drive. If you want to record to and SD card in either slot A or B, you must be in the Manual mode. Why? It would be very helpful to use the SD cards instead of the built in memory. There may be a technical reason for this, but I believe Canon could make the changes with an update to its software. The manual on this camera seems quite complete and I'm learning a lot as I go. I have no use for the cinema modes, but they seem to be well liked in other reviews. Yet Another Update: Aug. 30th: I've played with the camera quite a bit now. Shot some test video and am very pleased. The videos are sharp and the colors are great in the automatic mode. I like that you can switch between Auto and Manual so easily. Great (manual) for focusing in trickier situations. If you are following the Rule of Thirds and your subject is offset from center, you can focus on them and the background is just that, background. One small pet peeve involves the manual mode again. I like to have the grid bars on the screen so I tell at a glance if the picture is level. Not available in Auto. Seems as if it would be easy enough to do this. A level picture looks better and it would save you some time in post. All in all I am very pleased with the camera. It has a good price point for what it does and how well it does it. If your needs are greater than what this camera can give you, you are going to have to step up substantially in price to get more features. Keep in mind while it's nice to have many setting options, most people will settle into a shooting pattern that doesn't use every feature most of the time. This camera has two zebra settings for exposure and a lot of other odds and ends, that once set, will not be touched again by most people. So much can be done in post with good editing software, that many "mistakes" can be corrected for later. Always shoot with your mind's eye on taking the best possible video you can with the standard settings and then all the rest is almost a bonus. For many people this camera is going to fulfill their needs and still give them the flexibility to experiment. Highly recommended. April 20015: After about 6 months of various levels of use, my biggest complaint is that the fold out screen is virtually useless in bright sunlight. I've bought various shades and hoods but have resorted to using a black towel over my head when shooting in bright sunlight. Otherwise, I like the camera even more than I did. I've sold a few videos and am quite impressed with using it in various conditions. I use Auto and Manual modes, never the Cinematic modes. That's just my style of shooting. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2014 by Capt. Larry Spisak
Great camera
Style: Vixia
The HF G20 is an upgrade to the smaller HF M31 that I have used for the last three years with wonderful results. I have yet to test it fully, but so far it has met my expectations, and since I expected it to do very well I am super pleased with the purchase. It's a little bigger and heavier than the M31 and it gives me more stability in non-tripod use. It's low-light performance is great and the lens hood adds both protection and a more professional appearance. It has 2 SD card slots instead of one and they are in a more easily accessible location. It also has an eye piece in addition to the large screen, which is handy when the light from the screen is a distraction. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2014 by jerry
A camera that gives really phenomenal results.
Style: Vixia
I recently bought the Canon VIXIA HF G20. I am a musician and I needed a camera that could record in excellent HD quality and also allow me to record for a long period of time. Everyone was telling me to go with a DSLR camera,yea they are awesome but they still are primarily for taking pictures and for my long hours of High definition recording purposes in the video format those cameras would be a waste of money and not a smart move. So I was looking for a solution, A camera that could give me extremely great results like a DSLR and record for hours. In short this camera certainly does that,I have only scratched the surface with the camera but it has given some excellent results. Once I make some new videos I'll certainly be posting them. The first day I got the camera I recorded my brother covering a Johnny Cash track and I used the 70's film effect to give the video an old school feel. I sent the video in to my final cut and my old settings were that the video should give me an output of 720 P,anyhow for my new videos I'll change the out put to 1080P on my final cut to deliver the full quality. So I uploaded that video and the results were excellent,the built in camera even caught the sounds extremely well. The build quality is excellent,and its very comfortable on the hands while it is being held. The touch screen has a great response,although at times your fingers can have a hard time in clicking on something you specifically want but that's a very minor thing and it rarely happens. I would highly recommend that you get extra batteries for this camera,personally I bought the Wasabi Power Kit. This Wasabi Power kit includes 2 batteries and 1 charger for the Canon BP-827, the batteries are excellent and the charger is excellent too. These batteries are built well,they work properly and each battery gives you about 4-5 hours or more recording time in the highest video quality on the camera. The Wasabi power kit is also very easy on your pockets,my suggestion is do not waste cash on those Cannon Batteries,you'll thank me later for recommending these to you. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0049VMMZ2/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i02?ie=UTF8&psc=1 this is the link for the Wasabi power pack. The built in memory is excellent and you get two extra slots to place in your desired SD cards in each slot for more memory if required. The camera is also very user friendly the manual is presented and explained properly. You even have an option to connect an external mic in to the camera,Canon has some of its own mics that you can buy separately but you can also connect your own desired mics in to the camera. There is even a mini advanced shoe for the placement of the mic on top of the camera. In conclusion I highly recommend this video camera,this is a consumer based product that gives out an extremely professional video output. Canon have done an amazing job on this camera and I absolutely love it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2013 by immortal_soloist
Very basic, hard to use, bulky
Style: Vixia
The video quality is relatively low. Looking back now I wish I would've not get this and safe the money to get a DJI drone. This video camera is not useful. It cannot replace the video quality of an iPhone. It's bulky so it's hard to put in your purse. Exporting the video is a pain, the manual book is as thick as a bible. Idk what people find so great about this camcorder. I guess you can already tell that I use this mostly for traveling. However, I also use it to create videos and movies and this still doesn't beat most of cameras and camcorders out there. I have a Sony NEX-5TL Mirrorless Digital Camera (or something a little bit below that) and it records better videos than this camcorder. The touchscreen is a pain in my bottom, It's like we're back in 2008. There are better and cheaper video camera out there, or just get a smartphone all together. The only positive thing I can say is that it looks cool and professional. When I'm using it people will look at me and become self-aware like i'm a videographer goddess. Lol, anyways. Decisions decisions ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2016 by CA
Fantastic camera! You won't be disappointed!
Style: Vixia
Right out of the box, it seemed very solid and high quality which one should expect for the price. The new lens hood not only works better, but also looks a lot cooler. The touch tracking focus works great and is extremely useful. In low light this camera really is just amazing. It's much better for that than any dslr I've used. The image stabilizer is very helpful. I have compared it to my dslr footage and it is MUCH more stable meaning you probably don't need a shoulder rig. I just wish that the focus ring was not so hard to turn because some times i mess up the video when trying to turn it really far. The only advantage for me when shooting with a dslr is that you get manual zoom. But it's still fine with this camera. Also, the battery that it comes with is very small, so I would recommend buying some extras. The off brand batteries will work great and it's super cheap. But other than those two things, this camera is just perfect. If you aren't super picky about audio than this is fine. But if your in a production business and need really good sound quality, you should look at the xa10. I was a little hesitant to buy this because I thought it was going to have a deeper depth of field according to what I have read about camcorders in general. Someone also told me that camcorders don't have a shallow depth of field. When I first took it for the test, i was quite surprised. The performance was really pretty good, so don't be too worried about that if you like a shallow depth of field. Using manual focus is great and I can get a lot out of focus. I don't think that it's weather proofed, but i have never had a problem and am never afraid to take it out in some snow which I do quite often. Like I said at the top, it is quite solid meaning it's pretty heavy compared to the other camcorders i was looking at below $1500. So if you want to go skiing with it and put it in your pocket, it will weigh down your jacket. So bringing a backpack if your going skiing or for a hike is a good idea. I love using dslr's and were used to them. But now I can never come back to dslr's. Using this camera is just so easy and simple. You can start shooting so quick. The start up time is pretty good, especially compared to dslr's I've used. I know that some nikon's have auto focus for video, but there is no comparison. The auto focus on this camcorder is lightning, and i never worry about it in low light. Also, most dslr's that do auto focus during video is loud enough to ruin audio. And obviously, This is completely silent. And this makes the camera just that more simple and easy. I am very happy with the camera so far. I have tried to upload some test video but it said that it wouldn't except the format. So if you already have a g10, than it probably isn't worth upgrading. But highly recommended and you will most likely be satisfied. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2013 by Oscar Wilde
One of the best CamCorder but still improvement possible
Style: Vixia
Y'day I was eagerly waiting for FedEx Van, because it was carrying my New Canon Vixia HF G20 camcorder... And once I've got...entire day was testing it and comparing it with my Canon DSLR EOS 7D ...unfair ...isn't it!!! Before buying my choices were: Panasonic HC-X920, Sony HDR-PJ790V and this Canon Vixia HF G20... Looks like I've made very good decision.... Other two are very good as well... Lets Direct go to business: PRO: 1. Video quality at low light is perfect 2. Video quality at normal light is perfect 3. Video quality in night light is perfect 4. Video quality in day's bright light: couldn't test in bright light since its drizzling/cloudy here in Folsom, CA 5. Multiple setting (Auto, Manual, Cinema), so good for professional....Not for my use though...I just shoot for and with family...not a professional....I would be happy if it capture clarity/resolution of EOS 7D camera :) 6. Photo (still image photos) - with remote you can enjoy...Camera doesn't have separate button for photo but LCD panel has the same. 7. View finder is cute and almost great (though not like EOS 7D) 6. Audio clarity is very good (though not like my Sony Cam which has 5.1) 7. LCD panel is good...but finger prints/dirt is annoying...I can't put screen protector like my smart phones 8. Remote Controller is great to play/shoot the video/image. CONS: 1. It doesn't have 60P, why why why!!! so when my 9 yrs daughter was very excited after seeing the cam and turning her face left-right-left, I notice on my TV (HDTV) that moving face is leaving behind the blur effect and not very smooth movement ....I kept the setting on 24P. 2. Out of box the resolution is not the same as like of Canon DSLR EOS7D...My wife was confused and she was not able to say "WOW" which she did the first time she saw photo from 7D. 3. This big guys (Canon or other big businesses) sometime ignore minor things (or may be doing purposely) ...like battery has only survived for 110 minutes...Its not the $300 cam, can't they provide better battery? Now I've to spend extra bucks ....I've already ordered Wasabi Power Battery (2-Pack) and Charger for Canon BP-827. 4. When I've zoomed in dark little extreme (like switched off Kitchen light and was trying to capture image from Bedroom around 50 feet away) I see its all blurred and electrons on screen....I kept the mode as Manual rather than Auto....I thought it wont be... 5. I was not able to control the manual focus ring...don't understand how much value add it has...In 7D its very great. 6. My video/pic are excellent but not exactly as vibrant as like people have placed their video on YouTube...Looks like most of them may have edited in software... 7. No Soft carry bag, no strap, no goodies...Canon I hate you man :)... atleast powerful battery and portable charger should be there... Conclusion: You'll be very happy to see this Top End Camcorder....you'll enjoy it...until and unless you've already seen pic/video from some high end DSLR camera...But everywhere there is some trade of...with DSLR you can't take video more than 30-min (with 16 gig memory card). And this CAM allowing you to capture video upto 12 hrs. And in Camcorder...no deny...very very best ...my choices were Panasonic HC-X920, Sony HDR-PJ790V and this Canon Vixia HF G20...and looks like its very good choice. Too many features....:) ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2013 by sattyDC
Good step-up consumer camera, great bargain refubished
Style: Vixia
I shoot live music performance as an "expensive hobby" here in central NY, and I have been using a Canon XA20 (DIGIC IV in that one) for static long shot, along with a 70D DLSR (DIGIC V) for handheld shot and a little HF R400 (DIGIC IV) as the up-stage static shot. I've been looking for a way to retire the HF R400 to get a better shot across the artists of the audience, and move the XA20 into my handheld position, so that I am not limited to the 30-minute shoot time that the DSLR imposes - all without breaking my bank account. This little darling fills the bill. Mind you, whatever people tell you otherwise, staged performance video is *not* a low-light situation. Stage lighting is *very* high lumen, and I usually stop up the DSLR (at 50 fps, for 24fps video, shooting at ISO 1600) to 5.6 or so. So even with the DIGIC III, the excellent lens and decent consumer-level sensor in the HF G20 do a great job. So, I bought two of them. Refurbished, that checked in at less than $1500, and it was well worth it. The overall consistency and quality of my video has taken a nice step up, and I'm very happy to be hand-holding the XA20, reserving the 70D for shooting photographs. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2017 by Jonathan Hochberg
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