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Canon VIXIA HF R800 Portable Video Camera Camcorder with Audio Input Microphone 3 0 Inch Touch Panel LCD Digic DV 4 Image Processor 57x Advanced Zoom and Full HD CMOS Sensor Black
Last Updated: February 15, 2022 (Refresh Now)
7.3
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
608
Old Reviews
469
Unverified
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Full HD 1080p
RESOLUTION
3 meters
SIZE
LCD
TYPE
Yes
HDMI
Review Analysis - 111 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Camera
49zoom, canon, low light, lens, low light conditions
+84%
-16%
" ... I can understand why this camera is so popular ... "
" ... I wanted to use it for hunting video, get a good handle and weighted base, cause it is touchy to stabilize at far end zoom. ... Sharp and even good in low light. ... "
" ... The cameras work well in different light conditions. ... The zoom is smooth. ... "
" ... Excellent little camera with surprisingly great quality. ... "
" ... The camera meets and exceeds the quality I was expecting. ... Following the shoot I referenced above, I was more than pleased with the performance of this little giant. ... "
" ... Good camera for most situations. ... "
" ... Zoom is amazing! ... "
" ... Very nice camera -- just not what I needed for my online business video . ... "
Price
16camera, worth, camcorder, point, money
+94%
-6%
" ... Much more than I expected for the price. ... "
" ... A lot of bang for the buck for $219. ... "
" ... Good camera for the price. ... "
" ... It is not the best camcorder but the price justifies what you are buying. ... It is a good option for those who have limited budget. ... "
" ... good for the price. ... "
" ... Great little camcorder for the price! ... "
" ... One of the best for this price I believe. ... For this price, still can't complain. ... "
" ... I'm very happy with this little camera and its price. ... "
Usage
14user friendly, recording, manual, kids, vacation
+93%
-7%
" ... We were looking for something simple and user friendly in a camera. ... "
" ... Vacation videos - look good ... "
" ... All that used it, found it to be easy to use. ... "
" ... The camera is very easy to use, and the setting are easy to navigate. ... "
" ... Used for recording our kids and family gatherings to preserve memories. ... "
" ... I am simply using this camcorder for the purpose of recording video lectures for various online college classes that I teach. ... "
" ... It's super easy to use and the quality is great ... "
" ... Got it for my daughter with her new twin boys. ... "
Picture
12picture, image, picture and sound, excellent, easy to use
+92%
-8%
" ... Amazing camera for starters the picture and sound quality is amazing ... "
" ... Although it is a good brand camcorder, it does not really create crisp pictures. ... "
" ... In terms of picture quality in good light, they are similar. ... "
" ... Picture quality seems ok even in low light. ... "
" ... I wanted something that would be compact and easy to use but still have a good picture and sound quality. ... "
" ... Great little camera with excellent features, size, and picture quality. ... "
" ... Image quality is good, but I feel could be better. ... "
Connectivity
12hdmi output, hdmi, r80, wifi capability, wifi
+75%
-25%
" ... Best feature of this product is the live HDMI output. ... "
" ... Both have clean HDMI out. ... The Canon uses mini HDMI, the Sony uses Micro HDMI. ... "
" ... - HDMI output option is available. ... "
" ... To free the HDMI output of icons go to Other Settings' -> 'Output Onscreen Display and set to 'no' ... "
" ... Yes the R80 has WIFI remote for more money. ... "
" ... Nor did it have wi-fi capability. ... "
" ... The HDMI feed works very well. ... "
" ... Very tough setting up to use as a streaming device but now it's great. ... "
Battery
11life, charging, charge, recording, video
+64%
-36%
" ... But, full brightness will shorten battery life . ... "
" ... After a while of using it the battery outlived it's life. ... "
" ... Battery life longer then I expected. ... "
" ... I can record longer if I kept it charging. ... "
Sound
9recording, video, quality, picture and sound, noise
+56%
-44%
" ... Amazing camera for starters the picture and sound quality is amazing ... "
" ... I wanted something that would be compact and easy to use but still have a good picture and sound quality. ... "
" ... I have used it a little so far, but it has proven to be exceptional in terms of video and sound quality. ... "
" ... The sound is decent, so that's a plus. ... "
" ... Image quality is great, sound is really good, the size is perfect, and it’s super easy to open really quick and start recording so you don’t miss anything!! ... "
Video
8videos, quality, youtube, life, battery
+75%
-25%
" ... I plan to use it for short videos for online presentations. ... "
" ... The 2 of them produce incredible video togther. ... "
" ... I bought this for live streaming on YouTube. ... "
" ... We’re using this for family videos and it couldn’t be better. ... "
" ... Still not stunning video quality since it's only 1080p, but for 1080p it looks great. ... "
Body
8light, compact, broken, weight, tripod
+75%
-25%
" ... Super light compact and functions great! ... "
" ... For what we're doing that's enough storage. ... "
" ... And small and easily portable, plus it has a mic input if you need it. ... "
" ... First, they are almost the same size, but the Canon looks and feel a bit sturdier. ... "
" ... - Small and compact. ... "
" ... It is small, light weight and easy to use. ... "
Marketplace
7picture, seller, one, exchange, amazon
+57%
-43%
" ... Love this seller! ... "
" ... As far as I could tell the product was exactly as described. ... "
" ... Delivery was sooner than expected. ... "
" ... I have tried everything in my power to help improve the image. ... "
Features
6mode, low light, feature, auto, super
+67%
-33%
" ... Super light compact and functions great! ... "
" ... Overall it is a good video camera with useful features. ... "
" ... We haven't tried all of the features yet, but so far are very pleased! ... "
Display
6display, lcd, sunny, sunlight, resolution
+67%
-33%
" ... Clear video and the screen just needs to be set on Max light for outside. ... "
" ... The Sony turns on when the screen flips open. ... The LCD screen on the Canon is vastly better. ... "
" ... However, turning up the display backlight to full brightness solved that problem. ... "
" ... You can turn the screen that is attached to the camera. ... "
Resolution
5quality, hdmi output, hd, vixia hf r800, video
+100%
" ... Best feature of this product is the live HDMI output. ... "
" ... or use as a HD webcam. ... "
" ... The Canon Vixia HF R800 camcorder was recommended as an inexpensive high definition camera capable of providing of an HDMI output with no camera menus or markers on it. ... "
" ... Still not stunning video quality since it's only 1080p, but for 1080p it looks great. ... "
Storage
4card, takes, memory, canon, camera
+75%
-25%
" ... Love the SD option. ... "
" ... Just loaded a 128GB SD card. ... For what we're doing that's enough storage. ... "
" ... It's nice that it takes a standard SD memory card. ... "
Size
4compact, super, mic input, light weight, light
+100%
" ... Super light compact and functions great! ... "
" ... And small and easily portable, plus it has a mic input if you need it. ... "
" ... - Small and compact. ... "
" ... It is small, light weight and easy to use. ... "
Remote
4control, wifi, r80, option
+25%
-75%
" ... - No remote control. ... "
Reliability
4days, replacement, display, date
+50%
-50%
" ... The display stopped working in 2 months ... "
" ... Well I guess because Cannon is total garbage? ... "
Marketplace / Marketplace
4seller, return, product, got, everything
+75%
-25%
" ... Love this seller! ... "
" ... As far as I could tell the product was exactly as described. ... "
" ... I have tried everything in my power to help improve the image. ... "
Cable
4cables, transfer, power, mics, jack
+25%
-75%
" ... I tried several ways to connect this to my laptop using different cables and nothing seemed to work, so I returned it. ... "
" ... Also need more cables and instructions Next time buy a Sony or brand X ... "
Marketplace / Returns
3one, amazon, sent, seller, returning
-100%
" ... We bought 4 and sent them back. ... "
" ... Will be returning. ... "
" ... I was hoping to do an exchange for the faulty one. ... In the end, I have to return it. ... Guess I have to use the refund to buy a new one from somewhere else then. ... "
Marketplace / Product As Described
3product, everything, described
+67%
-33%
" ... As far as I could tell the product was exactly as described. ... "
" ... I have tried everything in my power to help improve the image. ... "
Color
3sunlight, everyone, dark, background
+100%
" ... The color is spot on. ... "
" ... The Canon has a bit warmer color tone. ... "
" ... Canon color is perfect. ... The "Vivid" setting is outstanding. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 3 meters
Connectivity
HDMI: Yes
Display
Resolution: Full HD 1080p
Type: LCD
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