Good job..say it as it is..I'm about to pick mine up and one thing I'd like to see is a slot of some descript to store the remove on board so one always has with..
Compared to even Sony´s low budget compacts it is bad. In dynamic and in power mode. And if you got a 20x Zoom... even on a trypod u want image stabilisation. Got the H10 here, I like it but the interpolated *progessive* 25p and the IS are real downsides. In days you can rent a 5D MKIII per day for less than $25... I would not buy it again. I could rent a 5D MKIII every weekend for the same price.
Hello, I have a quick question about this camera - can it have a wireless clip on mic? I need to be able to talk to the camera in high wind situations 10 - 25ft. in front of the camera. Thank you!
Thank you! This was a great video, it swayed my view on which camera Im going to buy - by far the G30 is the better investment! Thanks again oscar moses
Could you please tell me if the Canon HF G30 can place a display on the screen that records Hours Minutes and Seconds so that the Hours Minutes and Seconds are seen on the screen with the time and day? ... The reason I'm asking is because in order to Record in a Federal Courtroom, you need a camera capable of recording "Seconds" in addition to the Hours and Minutes. ... Do you know of any Digital Cameras that do record Seconds? Price is not a problem.
Hi, I need an information about the camcorder Canon HF G30. In video output AV(composite) on an external video monitor, it shows information about battery, time recording ? Thank you.
Can you suggest a camera that is similar to the HF G30? Or is the G30 the best among the consumer grade camcorders? I have the G10 right now but it drives me nuts for a lot of the reasons you mentioned. I don't know much about cameras and need help.
Nice review!!! The camera looks good!!! I have a question. I want to use it for under water videos. Do you know if is possible to get the manual white balance? the camera looks pretty good! but i need to know this. :) Thank you in advance!!
What an awesome, humorous and well delivered review. thanks! Now... G30 or XA20. Will I need XLR inputs? Not sure. Do I like the IR mode? A bit. Hmmm...
Really excellent review. To-the-point and unpretentious. And perfect for me, as I have a G10 and am thinking of upgrading to the G30. I especially like how you answer a number of questions I hadn't even thought to ask. Naturally, I just assumed the G30 used the same batteries as the G10. Now I know better.
Great review...thanks so much. I just picked up a used g10. It fit my budget. I'm just getting into video after a lifetime of still photography, picked up a Panasonic camcorder, got hooked on video, but outgrew the Panasonic in 2 weeks! Loving the g10, but damn, now you've got me hankering for the g30! Every time I zoom with the EW toggle, I think of your review and the bonehead common sense of the NS orientation. And the unresponsive touch screen (pinch screen?). Anyone need an extra kidney?
Wow... I watched a (long) video from Dave of EEVblog doing an extensive (if somewhat rambling) video review of these two cameras. I've been considering a high end camcorder for some time & after Dave's video I placed my order - it's my first camcorder! Still, great review here which covers all the relevant points! If you're interested in a comparison between the image stabilization, I strongly recommend the EEVblog review, as Dave mounts the G10 on top the G30... :)
Thanks, Anamnesia, great suggestion. Classic, manic review from Dave at EEV Blog, which I'd never heard of, but will watch now He's really knowledgeable, passionate and hilarious at times.
One word for your review - Fantastic! Straight to the point and very down to earth. I've been a 'Canon Guy' forever - probably on Canon #12 or more at this point and looking for the latest, most likely the G30. I think your real world review (the best I've seen) has tipped my decision towards the yes side of the equation. I also appreciate your 'out of the box' video as well, especially the shots of your waterway locks. If you care to slide over to my Channel, you can catch a glimpse of how we enjoy our lock system, across the pond here in Canada. Lots of fun over here on the water. And you'll be able to check out my new G30 clips this coming summer ;-) I'll look forward to your comments!
Great review, gotta luv the fast paced talking. I've owned this camcorder for several months now, its a fantastic toy to play with. I use it to record outdoor sports where you need a high frame rate. I also use it for nature scenery where the cinematic mode is more desirable. I am 100% happy with my purchase of this camcorder, it records high quality video which is all you can ask for.
thanks for review!
is it possible to make side-by-side picture comparison between these cams?
Sure PATAK2009, when I get a few hours spare I'll bung one up.
Good job..say it as it is..I'm about to pick mine up and one thing I'd like to see is a slot of some descript to store the remove on board so one always has with..
Thanks, Greg Chase. Good idea, and there is always Velcro.
Best camcorder review I've seen on youtube! Thanks for the fun vid, mate!
Thanks, Kenneth Vert.
Has no built in light. You would have to add one. The camera does so very well in lowlight.
Has the Image stabilization improved? It was so weak in the H10. (The Batteries are amazing expensive...)
I think it's the same IS, but I always thought it was pretty good.
Compared to even Sony´s low budget compacts it is bad. In dynamic and in power mode. And if you got a 20x Zoom... even on a trypod u want image stabilisation. Got the H10 here, I like it but the interpolated *progessive* 25p and the IS are real downsides. In days you can rent a 5D MKIII per day for less than $25... I would not buy it again. I could rent a 5D MKIII every weekend for the same price.
Hello, I have a quick question about this camera - can it have a wireless clip on mic? I need to be able to talk to the camera in high wind situations 10 - 25ft. in front of the camera. Thank you!
The Camocrew Sure, just plug the receiver directly into the camera through the audio input. Thanks for watching.
Thank you! This was a great video, it swayed my view on which camera Im going to buy - by far the G30 is the better investment! Thanks again oscar moses
Could you please tell me if the Canon HF G30 can place a display on the screen that records Hours Minutes and Seconds so that the Hours Minutes and Seconds are seen on the screen with the time and day? ... The reason I'm asking is because in order to Record in a Federal Courtroom, you need a camera capable of recording "Seconds" in addition to the Hours and Minutes. ... Do you know of any Digital Cameras that do record Seconds? Price is not a problem.
Hi,
I need an information about the camcorder Canon HF G30.
In video output AV(composite) on an external video monitor, it shows information about battery, time recording ?
Thank you.
exqmedia Hi exqmedia, in all honesty I don't know, having never used this facility.
Very useful review, thanks!
Banshee Moon Thank you, Banshee Moon.
Can you suggest a camera that is similar to the HF G30? Or is the G30 the best among the consumer grade camcorders?
I have the G10 right now but it drives me nuts for a lot of the reasons you mentioned. I don't know much about cameras and need help.
TheMattMan095 well, it's certainly one of the best and in fairness I've not used many of the others.
Nice review!!!
The camera looks good!!!
I have a question. I want to use it for under water videos. Do you know if is possible to get the manual white balance? the camera looks pretty good! but i need to know this. :)
Thank you in advance!!
Sure, you can set the white balance manually. Thanks for watching
Great video and highly creative scripting for the narration. Nice job! I'm looking at the G20 because I only have a half a kidney to sell.
Thanks Magnum, there's always your liver . . .
What an awesome, humorous and well delivered review. thanks! Now... G30 or XA20. Will I need XLR inputs? Not sure. Do I like the IR mode? A bit. Hmmm...
Thank you, Jules Spencer and good luck with your choice.
Great overview of these two cameras in less than 10 minutes. Nice one. Thanks!
Thanks, eekamoose.
"More responsive than a duck. On fire." That's one mighty fine metaphor you've got there :-)
+martinXY Haha, thanks martinXY.
that was a brilliantly entertaining and honest review!! got my one coming tomorrow. nice.
Thanks, smileykai77
Is there a substantial improvement in the image quality from the G10 to G30, other than the benefits of 20x zoom?
I want to shoot some program in a small studio to give to air in a tv network. its some discussions and songs. will this camera be good for this job
Sure.
Thanks. Very good review. You answered all my questions.
Thank you, Stephanus Smith.
perfect! honest and to the point!
Really excellent review. To-the-point and unpretentious. And perfect for me, as I have a G10 and am thinking of upgrading to the G30. I especially like how you answer a number of questions I hadn't even thought to ask. Naturally, I just assumed the G30 used the same batteries as the G10. Now I know better.
Thanks, MrKlautman.
Lol, sell both kidneys and buy two, hilarious but above all great review.
Great review Oscar. Im anticipating my first Canon Camcorder,the G30 next week... And lucky for i still have both kidneys intact -:)
Ha Ha, excellent, thanks Ky Trinh.
Great video, love the wit as well =) I'm gonna buy one today
+JuNK Thanks JuNK, hope you enjoy it.
came today =)
+JuNK Excellent, I'd be interested to know your opinion.
I love it, the only thing I really am not used to or fond of at first feel is the the touchscreen......
+JuNK I never use it. The joystick does the job, without leaving finger marks on your main monitor.
Great review...thanks so much. I just picked up a used g10. It fit my budget. I'm just getting into video after a lifetime of still photography, picked up a Panasonic camcorder, got hooked on video, but outgrew the Panasonic in 2 weeks! Loving the g10, but damn, now you've got me hankering for the g30! Every time I zoom with the EW toggle, I think of your review and the bonehead common sense of the NS orientation. And the unresponsive touch screen (pinch screen?). Anyone need an extra kidney?
Larry Vogel Haha, sorry about that.
Great review... Very helpful
Ray Loot Thank you, Ray Loot
This is hilarious and useful haha what a guy!
Thanks, Everyman.
Amazing, honest review. thanks... in love ...
Glad you liked it, thanks for watching
Great, honest review. Thanks!
Thank you, A Kvistad.
very nice camera
Wow... I watched a (long) video from Dave of EEVblog doing an extensive (if somewhat rambling) video review of these two cameras. I've been considering a high end camcorder for some time & after Dave's video I placed my order - it's my first camcorder! Still, great review here which covers all the relevant points! If you're interested in a comparison between the image stabilization, I strongly recommend the EEVblog review, as Dave mounts the G10 on top the G30... :)
Thanks, Anamnesia, great suggestion. Classic, manic review from Dave at EEV Blog, which I'd never heard of, but will watch now He's really knowledgeable, passionate and hilarious at times.
Very good review.
Thank you, Donal M
Thanks, that was very useful!
My pleasure, thanks for watching
One word for your review - Fantastic! Straight to the point and very down to earth.
I've been a 'Canon Guy' forever - probably on Canon #12 or more at this point and looking for the latest, most likely the G30. I think your real world review (the best I've seen) has tipped my decision towards the yes side of the equation.
I also appreciate your 'out of the box' video as well, especially the shots of your waterway locks. If you care to slide over to my Channel, you can catch a glimpse of how we enjoy our lock system, across the pond here in Canada. Lots of fun over here on the water. And you'll be able to check out my new G30 clips this coming summer ;-) I'll look forward to your comments!
Thanks, boogabooster.
Very useful, thanks!!!!
The HF G10 touch screen works fine if you use your fingernail to scroll instead of your entire finger tip.
I could watch you review anything haha!
Thank you, dan
I own this camera n love it!
+dixon negron me too
+oscar moses does the camera haves flashligh u know light on it
Thanks for the review... I know what to do now. I have subscribed..
Thank you, @profile_redirector/117675799373314893975
YEA I WILL SELL MY BOTH KIDNEYS AND BUY THIS.....!!
Thanks, HilariousPrankTV. I admire your dedication.
oscar moses Really great review....Thanks...!!
Great review, gotta luv the fast paced talking.
I've owned this camcorder for several months now, its a fantastic toy to play with.
I use it to record outdoor sports where you need a high frame rate.
I also use it for nature scenery where the cinematic mode is more desirable.
I am 100% happy with my purchase of this camcorder, it records high quality video which is all you can ask for.
Sauga Verse Thanks, Sauga Verse.
Thank you Oscar, good review. But I'm not sure about selling the kidneys ;). I got one of these coming in the mail.
+Bowhunting RadNek A Kidney through the mail?! Amazon is incredible!
:)... It's amazing what you can purchase on the internet these days. All the best to you.
no stress
None intended.
Ha! Lumière brothers! Excellent review...
Thanks, retro.