Canon's HF S100 gives you more than just your basic camcorder controls — it's jam-packed with some of Canon's best technologies and hardware. It captures high-definition video and digital photos with an 8.59-megapixel image sensor and a RGB primary colour filter that process reds, greens, and blues separately for rich colour reproduction. A DIGIC DV III internal processor makes sure that colours appear as bright and bold as in real life, and ensures optimal performance in low-light settings. It records video onto tiny SDHC™ memory cards, so you can easily swap out a full card and pop in a fresh one when you need more memory.

Stunning high-def video
The high-def video lens with 10X optical zoom produces video that's crisp and sharp, even close up. Super Range Optical image stabilization actually moves the lens elements to help correct a wide range of camera shake without a loss in image quality. Instant Auto Focus snaps your shots into focus seconds faster than most other auto focus systems, so you get clearer, more accurate footage. This cam also has manual audio controls and a built-in audio metre to help you record sound with your videos exactly as you're hearing it.

High-quality still photo capabilities
The HF S100 takes 8-megapixel still images in photo mode, or 6-megapixel still photos while you're recording video. Selectable level and grid markers on the LCD help you frame your shots and keep them even with the horizon. Histogram displays (like those found on Canon's high-end DSLRs) show you the brightness information of your still images, so that you can adjust the exposure exactly to your liking. A built-in flash with red-eye reduction helps you take clear photos even in low-light environments.

Even more features for your convenience
The HF S100 comes with Canon's Face Detection system, which recognizes up to nine faces per frame and adjusts the settings to capture your subjects clearly. It can remember up to 35 faces, and lets you search and play back your video by subject. Canon's Video Snapshot feature lets you capture four second video clips while you're recording, and then uses the clips to create a movie for you, complete with supplied music. When you're ready to show off your videos to family and friends, simply connect the cam via the mini HDMI output to your HDTV for gorgeous high-def playback.