This Summer's Coming Attraction: The New Canon XL1S; Introducing: 27 New Features for the Popular DV Camcorder; Featuring: Two New Lenses and New Microphone Adapter.Business/Technology Editors NOTE TO MEDIA: Photo is available in a Smart News Release(TM) on Business Wire's Home Page at www.businesswire.com and at www.newstream.com LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 12, 2001 Canon Responds To Requests, Requirements Of Cinematographers, Directors of Photography and Videographers The Canon XL1 camcorder revolutionized video and filmmaking with its digital format, interchangeable lens system and 3 CCD CCD in full charge-coupled device Semiconductor device in which the individual semiconductor components are connected so that the electrical charge at the output of one device provides the input to the next device. image sensors with pixel shift technology that provides superior image quality. Now, Canon U.S.A. is championing the ongoing evolution of digital video and raising the technology to the next professional level by maintaining all the features found in the Canon XL1 while adding 27 new specifications, including improved picture quality and many new manual functions, in the new Canon XL1S. The Canon XL1S, with its open architecture and modular design In the context of systems engineering, modular design — or "modularity in design" — is an approach aiming to subdivide a system into smaller parts (modules) that can be independently created and then used in different systems to drive multiple functionalities. , allows users to build their ideal camcorder system by changing lenses, viewfinders and shoulder mounts. The Canon XL1S remains the only DV camcorder design that can be customized to the individual needs of the videographer A person involved in the production of video material. Videographers shoot the images with a video camera (analog or digital) and may perform minimal or extensive editing of the resulting footage. and to specific shooting applications. Now, users are able to access the Canon XL1S picture set-up controls to customize the mood and tone of the video image prior to recording. Canon U.S.A., Inc., a subsidiary of Canon, Inc. (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange : CAJ CAJ Canadian Association of Journalists CAJ Christliche Arbeiterjugend (German Young Christian Workers) CAJ China Academic Journals CAJ Christian Academy in Japan CAJ Canaima, Venezuela (Airport Code) ), also is introducing two new lenses (16x electronic and 16x mechanical) and a shoulder mount microphone adapter that includes four audio inputs. The new lenses and microphone adapter, along with all other existing accessories, can be used on the new Canon XL1S and the original Canon XL1. Since introducing the first 3-chip (CCD - charged couple device See CCD. ) camcorder for the videography vid·e·og·ra·phy n. The art or practice of using a video camera. vid  e·og market in 1998, Canon has listened to the requests and requirements of cinematographers, directors of photography and videographers to create a new professional digital camcorder that satisfies the high demands of broadcast television and filmmaking. The new Canon XL1S provides the best picture quality and performance among MiniDV camcorders. It has enhanced picture set-up controls that professionals prefer and need, and it uses a variety of interchangeable lenses -- from extra wide angle to telephoto to super-telescopic -- that exclusively deliver the right lens for any situation. "The industry, which embraced the Canon XL1 upon its debut, has worked closely with us to create this new digital camcorder that will continue to change the technology of filmmaking," said Yukiaki Hashimoto, vice president and general manager, Photographic Products Group, Canon U.S.A., Inc. "The new Canon XL1S is their camcorder, one that will be in high demand and will continue to change the way our movies, TV programs, newscasts and personal videos are created." The new Canon XL1S kit will be available in late August at authorized Canon dealers for a suggested list price of $4,699. The Canon XL1S kit will include the camera body, 16x IS II Zoom Lens, Color Viewfinder The preview window on a camera that is used to frame, focus and take the picture. On analog cameras, the viewfinder is an eye-sized window that must be pressed against the face. Point-and-shoot digital cameras use small LCD screens that are viewed several inches from the eyes. , CA-910 Compact Power Adapter An external power supply for laptop computers and just about every portable or semi-portable electronic device on the market. Also called an "AC adapter," it contains a rectifier to convert AC current to DC and a transformer to convert voltage from 120 down to 9, 12, 15 or whatever is , DC-900 Coupler Refers to a myriad of different types of sockets for plugging in electric or electronic cables or devices. See network coupler. , BP-930 Battery Pack, WL-D3000 Remote Controller, SP-100 Shoulder Brace, SS-1000 Shoulder Strap, S-150 S-Video Cable, STV-150 Stereo Video Cable, Lens Shade, Lens and Body Caps. The Canon XL1S Body Kit will be available in October at authorized Canon dealers for a suggested list price of $3,299. The Canon XL1S Body Kit will not include a lens or viewfinder, allowing customers to select the lens and viewfinder of their choice at the time of purchase. The Canon XL1S Body kit will include the camera body, CA-910 Compact Power Adapter, DC-900 DC Coupler, BP-930 Battery Pack, WL-D3000 Remote Controller, SP-100 Shoulder Brace, SS-1000 Shoulder Strap, S-150 S-Video Cable and STV-150 Stereo Video Cable. For more details, access www.canondv.com. Canon U.S.A., Inc., a subsidiary of Canon, Inc., provides professional and consumer imaging solutions that give people the Know How to access the latest technology. The company's comprehensive product line includes networked multifunction devices; digital and analog copiers (color and black and white); printers, scanners, image filing systems, and facsimile machines; camcorders, cameras and lenses; and semiconductor, broadcast and medical equipment. 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