Price range: £3,917.58 - £4,691.99
What is it: A state-of-the-art MiniDV camcorder from Canon
What we think: A distinctively designed MiniDV camcorder for advanced amateurs and pros
Compare the Canon XL2
Canon XL2 compared to all other camcorders
 Canon XL2 |
 Canon XH A1 |
 Canon XH G1 |
 Sony Handycam HDR-FX7 |
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| Review date | 26 May 06 | 7 Jun 07 | 30 Oct 07 | 6 Feb 07 |
| Editor's rating |
7.9
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8.9
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8.9
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8.0
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| Price range |
£3,917.58 - £4,691.99
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| Review summary | Canon returns to the state of the art in DV but doesn't set a new standard Read full review |
Canon's XH A1 is an excellent camcorder for entry-level professionals and independent filmmakers, with hard-to-beat prices for what it offers Read full review |
Canon's XH G1 includes the same technology as the pricier XL H1, but uses an interchangeable lens and a version of the H1's JackPack to drive down the cost. It's an excellent camcorder for entry-level professionals and independent filmmakers, with a hard-to-beat price for what it offers Read full review |
The Sony Handycam HDR-FX7 is an excellent high-definition camcorder from a video perspective, but it's less satisfying if you're an audio control freak Read full review |
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