Dive right into the Canon PowerShot D20

Canon PowerShot D20

Let the Adventure Begin
This camera can handle all your outdoor needs. The PowerShot D20 digital camera is waterproof to 33 feet, temperature-resistant from 14°F to 104°F, shockproof up to 5.0 feet, and equipped with a GPS tracker. Slim and sturdy, its buttons are operable even with gloved hands. Spectacular image quality is ensured with the 12.1 Megapixel High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4 Image Processor for excellent low-light performance, and a 5x Optical Zoom with 28mm Wide-Angle Lens that brings excitement to your imaging. A single touch and you'll be shooting incredibly vivid 1080p Full HD Video with full zooming capability. Lots of optional accessories take you deeper underwater and more.

What does this mean for you as a hunter or a fisherman?
1) Small, rugged and light enough to through in your pack
2) Use it as a second camera angle to capture 1080p without having to worry about the weather using a Gorillapod, EZY 2nd Op. Camera Mount, Sportsman Scope Clamp, Stabilizer Bow Cam Mount, Flex Cam, Camcorder Handle 

3) Use it to take recovery photos

4) Attach it to a Rode Boom Pole and get underwater shots of you reeling in your catch.

5) Take is scuba diving and capture all your underwater memories

6) Take it out in the cold, wet, snow to film 1080HD video and take 12.1 Megapixel photos

Waterproof, Shockproof and Freeze-resistant Design 
Canon created the PowerShot D20 to be the tough, practical companion you'll want to bring on all your outdoor adventures, making it possible to capture truly impressive stills and video while doing what you love. Scuba dive, snorkel, paddle surf and more: the camera is waterproof all the way to 33 feet. Performance is fast and reliable in temperatures from 14° to 104°F, so it's safe for everything from winter sports to summer hiking. Shockproof up to 5.0 feet, the PowerShot D20 is also able to survive the accidental falls and bumps inherent to mountaineering, biking, and other outdoor activities.

Canon HS SYSTEM

The Canon HS SYSTEM lets you take bright, clear photos in an even wider range of shooting situations. Beautiful low-light shots are possible with minimal noise and maximum detail in highlight and shadow areas. The system is the result of two technologies brought together in PowerShot cameras: a high-sensitivity imaging sensor, which is able to capture more light; and the DIGIC Image Processor, which actively reduces noise with high-speed image processing. The 12.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor in the PowerShot D20 incorporates advanced light reception technology that enhances sensitivity. The DIGIC 4 Image Processor provides a major boost in noise reduction, expanding the usable ISO range to an amazing high of 3200. The Canon HS SYSTEM takes the frustration out of low-light shooting, delivering clear, blur-free images.

Canon DIGIC 4 Image Processor 

Canon DIGIC Image Processors have set the standard for functionality and performance since their groundbreaking introduction in 1999. With each successive generation, DIGIC processors have brought elevated performance and powerful new features to PowerShot digital cameras. The DIGIC 4 Image Processor has ushered in a new level of picture quality and accelerated processing, making possible features such as high-speed continuous shooting, Full HD video and Face Detection Self-timer.

Canon Full HD Video Advantage 

In addition to the Canon HS SYSTEM, the combination of the advanced CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4 Image Processor in the PowerShot D20 makes it possible to shoot crisp, clear high definition video. Imagine the fun and excitement of being able to shoot spectacular 1080p Full HD that you can later watch on your HDTV or download to your computer to share with family and friends. In addition to being able to shoot Full HD 1080p video at 24* frames per second, the PowerShot D20 can also shoot 720p HD video at 30** frames per second.

Dedicated Movie Button, Wind filter feature and Optical Zoom for easy video capture 

It's never been easier to shoot videos with a PowerShot digital camera. The PowerShot D20 has a dedicated movie button that lets you start and stop recording instantly. There is no need to go through layers of menus or operate switches or dials to switch to and from video recording mode. The camera is always ready to shoot stills or video whenever you want. The PowerShot D20 also incorporates an electronic wind filter, which suppresses wind noise that can muffle or distort the sound. And unlike less sophisticated point-and-shoot cameras, the PowerShot D20 lets you use the full range of optical zoom when you're shooting a video.

HDTV playback via HDMI output and CEC 

It's easy to enjoy and share the videos you shoot with the PowerShot D20. Simply connect its HDMI terminal to your HDTV using an HDMI cable. And because the PowerShot D20 supports HDMI-CEC technology, you'll be able to control the playback of your images and videos on any CEC-enabled HDTV using the TV's remote control. (CEC – Consumer Electronic Control – is part of the HDMI specification, enabling components in a system to communicate with one another.)

iFrame 

With the PowerShot D20, you can also shoot video in the Apple® iFrame format, which is a computer-friendly standard that speeds up importing and editing of videos. It keeps file sizes small, making it more convenient to upload or e-mail high-quality videos. The iFrame format enjoys native support in compatible Mac and Windows video applications, making it unnecessary to perform time-consuming and often quality-degrading conversions.

5x Optical Zoom with 24mm Wide-Angle Lens 

The PowerShot D20's optical brilliance is a perfect match for the outdoor adventures the camera's tough design supports. The 5x Optical Zoom (35mm equivalent: 28-140mm) (operable during video recording, too) brings wildlife and other difficult-to-approach subjects close. The 28mm Wide-Angle Lens makes all your shots more dynamic, and allows you to capture landscapes with their magisterial breadth intact.

Pure Color System LCD 

Many LCD screens on the market today use a striped arrangement of dots that works great for text and menus, but is not ideal for imagery. The PowerShot D20's PureColor System LCD uses a delta arrangement of dots, which works better for the organic nature of photos and videos, allowing you to review your images with exceptional clarity with rich, true-to-life color. The PureColor System LCD is also ultra-durable to withstand heavy use in all sorts of conditions. Just as importantly, it offers clarity you won't find elsewhere. Outdoors in sunlight, color is faithfully reproduced, while a high contrast ratio ensures that you'll see exactly what you're shooting from any viewing angle. This makes it easy to frame shots quickly in tight situations.

Optical Image Stabilizer 

Handheld shooting can often lead to camera shake, making photos and videos blurry. Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer is a sophisticated system that uses lens-shift technology to correct for unwanted camera movement. It makes handheld photography more practical, providing excellent image quality in many difficult shooting situations: outdoors at dusk, inside without a flash, and even at the telephoto end of the zoom range without a tripod. For photos, it enables shooting at slower shutter speeds, accommodating more low-light shooting situations than ever before without having to boost ISO sensitivity. With camera shake and vibration reduced, you get a sharper, steadier image. And because it is an optical system, there is none of the image degradation typical with electronic image stabilizers.

GPS Technology

The PowerShot D20 digital camera is equipped with Global Positioning System (GPS)* technology. Now you can travel the world and let the camera automatically record the locations** and local times of your stills and videos. The camera can also use the GPS unit to automatically set the exact time. You can maximize the usefulness of the GPS feature by using the special bundled Map Utility software that makes it fun to share the memories of your world adventures. In addition to displaying all your photos' locations on a world map, the camera's GPS system can also track your route from photo to photo – a great way to visualize each trip! You can also create and share custom maps and personal mini-travel guides with friends and family members.

*In certain countries and regions, the use of GPS may be restricted. Therefore, be sure to use GPS in accordance with the laws and regulations of your country or region. Be particularly careful when traveling outside your home country.

As a signal is received from GPS satellites, take sufficient measures when using in locations where the use of electronics is regulated. 

This software uses Google Maps for displaying maps. 

** GPS tracking does not work underwater.

Intelligent IS 

The latest advance in Canon Optical Image Stabilization technology, Intelligent IS analyzes camera movement and applies the best shake correction method for the shooting situation. For stills, the system automatically selects among Normal, Panning, Macro (Hybrid) and Tripod IS modes. When shooting video, the system automatically selects among Dynamic, Powered, Macro and Tripod IS modes. With Intelligent IS, you can concentrate on image capture, letting the camera make the most effective IS settings to assure the steadiest possible image.

Products You Can't Film Without

Products You Can't Film Without

I went around the office today and asked our Professional Staff what product they can't film without, here are what they said:

Johanna Campbell - Remote Control 

Whether you are filming using a tripod or a tree arm, a remote control is the one product that I can't film without! They attach to the handle of your fluid head and allow you to control various functions of the camera without touching it. This is valuable in hunting situations where it is important to be still and not make a lot of noise. Campbell Cameras has various remotes that connect to the camera's LANC port or the AV-R Remote port in some Sonys. My personal favorite is the Varizoom VZ-Rock Variable Rocker for LANC cameras. The reason I am partial to this remote is the location of the pressure-sensitive side-to-side rocker below all the other control options. That way my thumb doesn't accidently slip and turn the camera off or change control. This remote controls zoom, focus, and record. It features a data button to provide on screen info and you can review taped footage with the F+ and F buttons.

Jeremy Leu - 2nd Camera Angle Camera

For entertainment purposes, it is important to capture as many angles of the hunt as possible. As a member of the Solo Hunter Pro Staff and an avid Solo Hunter, I can't hall in 2-4 full-size cameras and operate them at the same time. I rely on the quality shots that the POV cameras can capture. They don't weigh down my pack or take up a lot of room, yet they capture Full 1080 HD. I use a variety of POV: GoPro, Contour, Muvi Gumball Edition, and the Replay. Because of its shape, I usually mount the Contour+ or the Replay XD 1080 to my bow to capture both angles (facing me and outwards). I will mount the GoPro or the MUVI Gumball Edition on a Gorillapod and wrap it around a limb above me in the tree stand to capture the angle of me shooting my bow/ operating the main camera. When I blowfish I mount the GoPro to the 10' Rode Boom Pole to capture the underwater shots reeling in the catch or boom shots above. Take the GoPro and the GoPro Chest Mount and attach it to your bird dog to get the video of him retrieving (even jumping in the water!). The new GoPro HD Hero2 just came out and they allow you to attach a microphone to pick up better quality audio. In a couple of weeks  (turkey season) I will be able to mount an external microphone to the GoPro HD Hero2 and mount that on a Gorillapod to place out by the Turkey decoys.

 






Kim Risley- Camouflage Audio Technica Professional Stereo Headphones

Crisp, clean audio is very important to my final project, and a main focus while filming. To insure that the audio my external microphone are picking up is they way that I want it to sound, I always have my Audio Technica Pro Stereo Headphones on. They allow me to block out some of the outside noise, so that I can focus on the audio being recorded. This allows me to monitor the audio levels and adjust as I'm filming. This cuts down on a lot of post-production voice-overs and saves time! Not to mention they are great headphones to use while traveling to watch my recordings or listen to audio on my iPod. They are only a $60 accessory that in my opinion are a MUST!


Bo Adams- A good-looking hunting partner or good lighting!

I can't film without a good-looking partner right beside me. Usually I don't have a girl and get stuck with Jeremy! A Bescor LED Light is important to try and capture Jeremy in his best light. All jokes aside, lighting equipment has a large impact on the quality of film that you record. LED lights will give the most natural looking white light. The Bescor LED lights are dimmable and I use them both for filming in-the-field during the day and while on recovery shots. Using an LED light for during the day shots allows me to reduce the shadows around the subject's eyes when he/she is wearing a hat. During the recovery shot I dim the light all the way up and the Bescor LED 70 provides a light that travels about 30ft.


Tom Petry - The Azden SGM-1000 XLR Shotgun Microphone + JRod Twin Shoe

When filming with my Sony HDR-AX2000 or similar camera, I mount the JRod in the shotgun microphone holder and then use the shock mount thats included with the Axden SGM-1000 to mount that microphone on one of the available shoes of the JRod. This is a professional 12.2" supercardiod shotgun mic. To insure that the microphone is not being recorded in the shot, I use the JRod to move the microphone back. This shogun microphone provides me with professional, crisp audio. It picks up a wide frequency range and you can't be the price! With it being a long mic, I do not recommend this for the smaller XLR cameras (Canon XA10).



Kyle Almeling- Fluid Head

Wether you are filming on a tree arm or a tripod, a fluid head is required to get fluid movement out of your camera. The fluid head allows the camera to move smoothly when panning left to right or up and down. Fluid heads all depend on the size of the payload that you place upon them. The Manfrotto 701 HDV Fluid head can hold up to 8.82lbs. The Manfrotto 501 HDV Fluid head can support up to 13.2 lbs. Determine the weight of your camera set up and choose the right fluid head for you! They are interchangeable and you can use them on a Tree Arm and also on a Tripod.