I needed a camera for my streaming/zoom set up. I found a Sony Cx405 used in like new condition for $140 so I got one to try out. I also bought a Canon R800 as well from Canon's refurb store for $165. Having the two side by side really helps.
First, they are almost the same size, but the Canon looks and feel a bit sturdier. Both are very light weight but the Canon feels like less of a toy. Both have clean HDMI out. The Canon uses mini HDMI, the Sony uses Micro HDMI. The Canon has a microphone input, the Sony doesn't.
In use the first thing I noticed was that the Canon has an on/off switch. The Sony turns on when the screen flips open. The Canon can run plugged in without the battery, the Sony has to have a battery in order to turn on even if the power is plugged in. If your battery is low, the Sony gives an error message saying it cannot record and charge at the same time. The LCD screen on the Canon is vastly better. It's touch screen and is much higher quality. The Sony uses a joystick.
In terms of picture quality in good light, they are similar. The Canon has a bit warmer color tone. The Canon is miles better than the Sony in anything less than perfect lighting. The Canon autofocus is so much better. The Sony some time hunt and often falls asleep. I'd have to wave my hands in from of the lens to wake up the autofocus. In too bright or low light, the Sony autofocus is helpless. One thing the Sony has over the Canon is its lens is wider at the widest setting.
I must admit, my use of these 2 camcorders is atypical. I only use it for streaming. Even with a perfect lighting setup, the Canon is so much better in every single way that I bought 2 more Canons. At $139 for my used Sony I'll find a use for it. But I highly recommend the Canon over the Sony.
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This Item  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 |  |  |  |  |  | |
| Price | $429.99 | $612.99 | -12% $1,099.00 List: $1,249.00 | $129.97 | $328.00 | $328.00 |
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| Sold By | The Red Cup | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Foreign ornaments | Focus Camera LLC | Focus Camera LLC |
| model name | Canon VIXIA HF R800 Camcorder (Black) | HV-V785K | CNHFG70 | — | CX405 | HDRCX405 HDR-CX405/B Handycam |
| display size | 3 inches | 3 inches | 3.5 inches | 3 inches | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| digital zoom | 1140 multiplier x | 60 multiplier x | 800 multiplier x | 18 multiplier x | 30 multiplier x | 30 multiplier x |
| optical zoom | 32 multiplier x | 20 multiplier x | 20 multiplier x | 0 multiplier x | 30 multiplier x | 30 multiplier x |
| video resolution | 1080p | 1080p | 4K | 4K | 1080p | 1080p |
| connectivity tech | Wireless, USB | Wi-Fi, USB, HDMI | USB | USB | Bluetooth, USB | USB |
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VIXIA HF R800
Capture your family’s most precious memories with the VIXIA HF R800 camcorder. Thanks to its powerful zoom, you can record moments near, far and in between. Exciting new features include Highlight Priority mode with backlight correction to help you get the best shots you can, and improved slow and fast recording options that let you experiment with different ways to record. The lightweight package of the VIXIA HF R800 means you can keep it on hand to record whatever you want, whenever you want, to removable SD cards that provide quick and convenient sharing. Easy to use and bring with you, pick up the VIXIA HF R800 and start making memories.
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57x Advanced ZoomThe impressive 57x Advanced Zoom allows you to create videos with dynamic variety, and is less likely to disrupt the action you're shooting. It's ideal for formal ceremonies, animals in the wild, candid family videos and more. Available in manual mode, Advanced Zoom takes the camcorder's telephoto power from 32.5mm all the way to 1853mm (35mm equivalent) for amazing flexibility in shooting. For more convenient shooting and better creative control over your videos, the camcorder offers continually variable Zoom Speed settings with 15 levels available. |
Optical Image StabilizationCanon's sophisticated SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer helps correct camera shake quickly, so even handheld video taken at long focal lengths can be sharp and steady. Providing continuous adjustment throughout the entire zoom range to correct a broad range of motion, the Dynamic Image Stabilization system on the VIXIA HF R800 camcorder stabilizes rotational camera shake. Controlling rotational camera shake – horizontal, vertical and roll axis – helps ensure smooth, virtually distortion-free video, even when you're walking while shooting. |
Full HD CMOS SensorThe VIXIA HF R800 camcorder is equipped with a 3.28 Megapixel Full HD CMOS Image Sensor to capture your memories in true 1920 x 1080 resolution. Canon's advanced, high-resolution HD CMOS Image Sensor features extra sensitivity that delivers beautifully lifelike Full HD video with natural color, even in low light. On-chip noise reduction brings bright clarity to every frame. Video is rich, clear and amazingly detailed anywhere you view it, even when played back on a large HDTV. |
DIGIC DV 4 Image ProcessorThe VIXIA HF R800 camcorder incorporates the powerful DIGIC DV 4 Image Processor for outstanding imaging performance. The DIGIC DV 4 Image Processor captures more light, for brighter, virtually noise-free images even in dark scenes. It also speeds up operation and enables steady image stabilization for clear images even when shooting handheld. |
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Record Video Directly to a Removable SD CardThe VIXIA HF R800 camcorder records Full HD video directly to a removable SD memory card. Widely available in several capacities, SD memory cards let you share your videos quickly and easily. In addition to SD memory cards, the VIXIA HF R800 also lets you use super-high capacity SDXC cards. The same size as a standard SD card, an SDXC card can hold up to 2048 GB, and provides ultra-fast data transfer. |
MP4 1080/60p Recording1080/60p recording captures a large amount of information, virtually eliminating diagonal noise so even fast-moving subjects can show up crisply. This great sense of detail and faithful rendering of moving edges, plus enhanced color and fine tonal gradation, helps you take advantage of all that Full HD has to offer. Files are captured at a bit rate of up to 35 Mbps, so image quality is incredibly high. |
Lightweight, Portable BodyKeep the VIXIA HF R800 with you for life’s unforgettable memories. A lightweight, compact and convenient body means you can have the camcorder ready for those extraordinary moments, with no need to worry about it taking up precious luggage room for your vacations, outings and family trips. |
Touch Panel LCDThe VIXIA HF R800 camcorder features a 3.0-inch capacitive touch panel LCD screen that's bright and clearly visible, even outdoors in the sun, with rich, natural color reproduction. Its streamlined user interface makes choosing focal points, tracking moving subjects, and shooting and watching your videos easy and fun. Clear explanations pop up when selecting shooting modes and recording formats, so even new videographers can feel confident as they create impressive videos. |
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High-capacity Battery PackThe VIXIA HF R800 camcorder is powered by a high capacity Battery Pack BP-727. The rechargeable lithium-ion battery not only lets you shoot for long periods, but features intelligent technology that can accurately indicate remaining battery time for extra insurance that you won't miss an important shooting opportunity. |
Slow and Fast Motion RecordingThe VIXIA HF R800 camcorder delivers flexible Slow and Fast Motion capabilities for a variety of customizable recording options. You can record slow-motion images at speed settings down to 0.5x, ideal for checking out your golf swing or creating movie-like slow-mo effects. Fast motion has a top speed of 1200x, recording an incredible 20 hours of action in a single one-minute scene. You can even choose new speed settings of 300x and 600x for added flexibility. |
Highlight Priority ModeCapture your memories exactly as you see them with the improved Highlight Priority Mode, which helps to prevent loss of detail in high brightness areas. Now featuring Backlight Correction, the VIXIA HF R800 camcorder delivers footage that’s more balanced and realistic, leaving you with beautiful memories to enjoy for years to come. |
Zoom Framing Assist SettingTo complement the VIXIA HF R800 camcorder’s long-distance recording capability, Zoom Framing Assist helps keep distant subjects in the frame. When you're shooting at the long end of the zoom and you've lost your subject, simply press an icon on the touch screen and the zoom magnification will automatically decrease, making it easy for you to locate and zoom in on the subject. Available in Auto or Manual mode, Zoom Framing Assist helps you accurately track and capture your subject. |
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File Lock FunctionWith one simple setting, you can keep your videos safe from accidental operational errors. The File Lock function disables deletion, dividing, trimming, copying, MP4 conversion and thumbnail changes with a touch, giving you peace of mind when children or others use your camcorder. |
Compatible with Canon Connect Station CS100The VIXIA HF R800 camcorder is compatible with Canon's photo and video storage device: the Canon Connect Station CS100. It provides up to 1TB of hard drive space, storing approximately 150,000 photos or approximately 70 hours of video content1. For ease of use, it features USB connectivity for quick file transfer, as well as simple menus for easy file storage, managing and sorting. Images and videos can then be viewed in Full HD on an HDTV, sent for printing and more. |
CameraWindow DC SoftwareCameraWindow DC software is available as a downloadable application. The software can make it easy to import MP4 and JPEG files from your VIXIA camcorder to a PC or Mac, where they can be shared and edited. |
[Disclaimers]1. Calculated with approx. 6.6MB for each photo and with average 32 Mbps Full HD video. |
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Great starter cam for YouTubers, buy refurbished if you can!!
I have been shooting with Canon Vixia's for years and they've always been winners! Recently my oldest one (as in mini DV tapes) started having problems with the shutter not opening all the way and I was told it would cost more to replace the part than to buy a new one, so I bought a new one, and by new one I mean this refurbished one. Mostly what I use these cameras for is to record local concerts and arts events to make performance videos for different groups like high schools and colleges. A few of these cameras set at different places in a concert hall really make for a nice finished product! You should know however that I don't use the built in audio. I either pair it with house mic recordings when available or use my own pair of stereo mics with a zoom H4N recorder. That being said, the audio on these isn't half bad for the price! I also use this to shoot video for a YouTube channel. I sing and tour with the Salt Lake Vocal Artists all over the world and record our audio and video as we perform in different churches and venues and need equipment that is light and easy to pack/travel with/set up and this Vixia is perfect for that purpose! If you want to see a sample of the kind of end result I get with these Vixia's go to YouTube and search Salt Lake Vocal Artists if you want to see a sample of what the finished product of this camera looks like. ALL of these videos were shot with Canon Vixia's.I love how easy these cameras are to use, but it would behoove any first time user to spend a little time with the manual going through and arranging the settings one by one to make sure everything is set just how you want it for your purposes before you start shooting. That being said, you can use it right out of the box without messing with anything if you don't feel like it. I love the touch screen and that you can flip it around to face you if you're filming a YouTube video for instance, so you can see what is being captured and frame your shot correctly. The picture is sharp and clear! My only complaint is that I wish the battery life were longer. That being said, I don't know that it's any worse than other similar cameras at similar price ranges, and it will last for an entire concert which is mostly what I use it for anyway. If you need the battery to last longer, I suggest buying one of those plug in batteries that you can connect to an outlet and use as long as you want.I also have to say I'm REALLY thrilled that these are offered refurbished on Amazon! If you're nervous about the word "refurbished" don't be. These cameras come looking and working like new and you save a boat load of money! I buy refurbished on Amazon whenever I can and I've never been burned! I highly recommend this camera for all kinds of uses, especially for entry level YouTubers or those who don't have enough room on their smart phones to capture everything they want to capture. For the record I paid full price for this! Hope this helps!
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