Canon FS300 Flash Memory Camcorder
April 30, 2010 | Posted by 
- Records video directly to removable SD memory cards
- Ultra-Sleek, Compact and Lightweight Design (7.9 oz)
- Genuine Canon 41x Advanced Zoom
- Canon DIGIC DV II Image Processor
- Dynamic SuperRange OIS corrects a full range of motion
Product Description
32GB memory card (not included) holds approximately 7 to 20 hours of footage, depending on the video settings * 680,000 pixel image sensor (450,000 effective pixels in 16:9) * 41X optical zoom lens (2000X digital zoom) * 2-11/16″ widescreen LCD * video snapshot mode allows you to assemble a highlight reel *… More >>
Canon FS300 Flash Memory Camcorder
Categories: Accessories, Any Brands, Canon, HD CAMCORDER | 
Tags: Camcorder, Canon, Flash, FS300, Memory | 
2 Comments »
My review deals mostly with setup and process to get to export the video. Overall quality and picture quality are above average. What I don’t like is anything that requires me to use added software. This camera will only work in the video mode using the Windodws Media Player unless you install all their software which also plays in the Windows Media Player. However, unless you use their software you have no way to save the video to email or export a file. Not only do you need the USB cable but also the power carger for the PC to recognize the camera. Although the process is simple, just more junk to carry around. Haven’t tried going direct thru the SD card yet so that’s a possibility. Bottom line the camera is good or better than most, the process to use it pretty much sucks in my book.
Rating: 3 / 5
This camera is small enough to easily fit into your jacket pocket. The automatic lens cover means not having to worry about the lens, nor any extra pieces to carry around and keep track of. The long battery time, large capacity of a SD card and small size adds up to a very convenient camera to keep with you translating into a greater likelihood of actually having the camera with you more often to catch those interesting moments of our lives. This is a very easy camera to use while shooting video.
There is a little more labor involved to edit video and transfer footage. Although it can be done without too much difficulty. And I am reluctant to be critical of that aspect since the technology has advanced so much in the last decade. I remember a time when videotaping our personal lives was much more limited by the technology.
The picture and sound quality are good. The price is right. I recommend this camera for the convenience and price. Unless of course the best picture and sound available is what you want, then more expensive cameras are available worthy of a five star review. For most purposes, this camera can’t be beat for its convenience and therefore the greater chance of actually having it on hand when needed.
Rating: 4 / 5