Canon takes its "No Compromise" attitude up a notch with the XL2 digital camcorder. This 3CCD unit is packed with features for the professional or advanced hobbyist. What makes Canon’s XL system stand out from all the others is the interchangeable lens system. There are four XL system lenses plus an adapter that lets you use the entire range of Canon photographic lenses. If that wasn’t enough Cine quality lenses are available from major lens manufacturers. In a good movie the picture is only part of the experience. The XL2 has two XLR connections for 4 channels of audio. Phantom power is available for condenser microphones. SMPTE time coding and color bars let you do precise audio and video edits to give your movie the look you want. Canon has included a full range of connection options including S-Video, RCA and BNC. A LANC terminal lets you hook the camera directly to compatible editing equipment. The advanced accessory shoe will power and communicate with multiple accessories like VL-3 video light and DM-50 directional microphone. Just slide them into the shoe and go, no external wires or cables are needed. General Brand Canon Model XL2 Type Professional Camcorder Image Sensor Image Sensor 1/3" 3CCD Lens Optical Zoom 20X Filter Diameter 72mm (XL lens) Recording Media Recording Media MiniDV Cassette SPEC Viewfinder Color EVF Focusing System TTL autofocus. Manual focusing possible (20x zoom XL 5.4-108mm L IS installed) Image Stabilization Optical Image Stabilization Minimum Illumination 60i, 1/60 shutter speed = 5.5 lux; 30P, 1/30 shutter speed = 6.5 lux; 24P, 1/48 shutter speed = 10 lux Horizontal Resolution 525 lines Audio Recording PCM digital recording: 16 bit (48 kHz/2 channels); 12 bit (32 kHz/4 channels) Synchronous 4-channel recording is possible Remote Control WL-D4000 Wireless Controller Connectors IEEE 1394, S-Video, AV ports Power Supply BP-930 Battery Pack 7.2V DC (battery pack) Dimensions & Weight 8.9" x 8.7" x 19.5" (225 x 220 x 496mm) Weight(not including lens and battery pack) 5.3 lbs. (2410g) Features Features Power Consumption (While recording AF="ON"): 7.1W (recording with AF, 20x zoom XL 5.4-108 L IS mounted) Television System: EIA standard (525 lines, 60 fields) NTSC color signal Video Recording system: Two rotating heads, helical scan azimuth recording, DV System (Consumer digital VCR SD system) digital component recording Tape Speed: SP: 0.74 ips (18.81mm/second), LP; 0.49 ips (12.56 mm/second) Maximum Recording Time (with an 80-min. cassette): SP; 80 min. Maximum recording time: LP; 120 min. Fast Forward/Rewind time: Approx. 2 minutes and 20 seconds (using 60-minute tape) Lens Mount: XL interchangeable lens system Microphone: Stereo electric condenser microphone DV Terminal: 4-pin connector (complies with IEEE1394); input/output switching Video Terminal: RCA pin jack; input/output switching/BNC jack; input/output switching 1 Vp-p/75 ohms unbalanced Output Levels: Max. -10 dBv (for 47 kohm load)/3 kohm unbalanced Packaging Package Contents XL2 Camcorder Body Zoom Lens 20x zoom XL 5.4-108mm L IS Color Viewfinder Lithium Battery (for Auto-Date) WL-D4000 Wireless Controller Two R03/AAA Batteries (for Wireless Controller) Lens Cap Lens Dust Cap Lens Hood Lens Soft Case Camcorder Dust Cap CA-920 Compact Power Adapter and Adapter Holder AC Cable DC-920 DC Coupler BP-930 Battery Pack (with Terminal Cover) SS-1000 Shoulder Strap STV-150 Stereo Video Cable S-150 S-Video Cable Microphone XL2 and Lens Instruction manuals Manufacturer Warranty Parts 1 year limited Labor 1 year limited