The Canon LEGRIA HF21 features 64GB of internal flash memory giving you enough capacity for over 24 hours of continuous high definition footage. If 64GB isn’t enough for you there is also the option of adding more memory via SDHC cards. Using solid state memory means the HF21 is small in size weighing in at just 340g making it easy to take with you in your pocket.
The HF21 is a very capable camcorder utilising Canon’s HD Camera System to give you an impressive picture. The Canon HD Camera System combines a HD video lens, 3.3MP full HD CMOS sensor and Canon’s DIGIC DV III processor. Footage can be captures at a maximum bit rate of 24Mbps and the lens offers a large 15x optical zoom.
The HF21 features a Night Scene mode helping to reduce noise when shooting dark scenes and ensuring brighter lights are not over exposed. There is also a Low Light mode which increases the sensors sensitivity and will bring out more details when shooting in dimmer conditions.
The HF21 has a very fast start up time and can be ready to start shooting in about a second. There is a Pre. Rec. function that always stores 3 seconds of footage while the camcorder is on. Then, when you press record you also capture the preceding 3 seconds along with your footage. This means you need not miss the start of the action when something interesting happens.
The display on the Canon HF21 is a 2.7” widescreen LCD screen giving you 211,000 pixels of display. The touch-screen makes it easy to access the most common functions while you record of review your footage.
