Canon SX1 HD Test

Just a little more test done with the Canon SX1 superzoom full HD combocam. Compression on YouTube for some reason does not look as good as the original file. Tried uploading twice but it did not help.Anyway, the camera most definitely gives you better quality than what you see right here and you can see this on VIMEO and see the same file with the difference in quality.

http://www.vimeo.com/2738043

The fact that you can use the flippable LCD and also shoot video with the EVF gives you a little more flexibility.
I simply love the camera for what it's worth. On board audio is pretty good as well and is stereo.

It took alot quicker to convert the files to an intermediary c.o.d.e.c with the SX1 compared with the Mark II files though they are using the same H.264.mov / this clearly confirms the fact the SX1 records at a much lower bitrate.

the SX1 compared to the XACTI has a better image stabilizer. It is easier to achieve better handheld shots from the SX1 for that reason. The xacti although has a stabilizer is inferior in terms for it uses a electronic stabilizing technology.

The xacti 1010 of course has a very interesting 300FPS function which is pretty kewl feature although does not record in HD.
More of a gimmick it make be, i find it better in video quality compared to the Casio FH20 1000 fps capability.

in terms of video quality i must confess the canon SX1 gives you better resulting video quality.

xacti 1010 however of course has more controls in terms of video shooting eg shuttter as well as aperture controls.

sx1 shoot also better photos then the 1010 anytime afterall the canon is truly a digital camera in more ways then a video camera.

battery life of the SX1 which uses the AA batteries can go on and on and never die. the xacti however has a shorted life span although it is still respectable for it uses a 3.7 volts 1900mAh rechargeable lithium ion.

SX1 is discreet when it comes to shooting video and also allows you the ability to capture the shots you want without freaking your subject. the flipable screen as well as it looking more of a camera. On the other hand point the HD1010 Xacti and you will get all the sudden stares and even ocassional. Is that a GUN he is carrying? LOL!!

Xacti has an array of format that you can select from its menu FULL HD at 1080P 720p etc etc..where as the SX1 only has the 1080p to select in HD mode.

Canon SX1 files will require a conversion to intermediary codec which is recommended however the XACTIs file with a lower setting can mean straight on your editing timeline.

SX1 has a better LCD screen in terms of resolutions and also allows shooting of video through the EVF. This prooved helpful especially when you are outdoors and in bright conditions. The XACTI only has an LCD and not a great one.

I will say one thing though and that is the both cameras have a very good SUPER MACRO capability.

At the moment that is all i can think off.

Cheers
VideoCobra
www.videolifestyle.com

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[junglejammin]

The best sx1 vid I have seen to date. usually its a case of blown highlights/wash out colors in bright light. I am guessing its the amount of blue in the frames that make it look so good.

@derekcobra. What do you mean by " get ready for more good things to come along with more controls this year ". please explain.

[derekcobra]

i am not in the liberty to talk about them but i will say that whatever I am referring to will mean more ability for more manual controls. thanks

[kilimats02]

thanks you so much for your opinion, it confirmed what i had experienced while trying the camera in store

could you copy paste your opinion on the Vimeo upload you did ? I left you the same question there ^^

[derekcobra]

no probs dude! you are welcome...get ready for more good things to come along with more controls this year. so i guess better start saving up dude...

[kilimats02]

sorry i dont speak the DUDES languages ^^

Will you comment back on vimeo then ?

[derekcobra]

i have added it to vimeo as well killmats02

[coolinen2007]

cmos better in lowl ight than ccd

but ccd has better quality in daylight..

[icoSteE]

how did you make it in HD on youtube? please help

[THEHOODEDPHANTOM]

Listen up people who are shopping in the 500.00 range for a camera. Copy & paste this into youtube's search box & watch this video in 1080p. (( Sony HDR-CX100/B Footage Focus Test )) this camera the cx100 is $400.00 & way better then this sx1. I have the canon vixia S11 / $1,000 but absolutelyyyy amazing...

[MidwestMex]

nice quality. how much

[kgbcorvette]

Sweet babe, cute as hell !!

[omarabed1984]

nice video yhanks

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[calebthevideomaker]

which is better sony cybershot hx1 or cannon sx1

[smax426]

the audio only comes out of 2 speakers when the video is played back... so I am thinking it would require surround sound microphones to play back on more than 2speakers ?? ... forgive me if this sounds like a stupid question ... just wondering

[enterthefighter]

Can you tell me what the differnce with CMOS compare to CCD. And what is up with RAW. I know these futures are in DSLR