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Canon HV40

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Unlike the HG21, the HV40 can record to miniDV tape which many users still prefer. They will even play back Sony HDV 24p tapes, which the Sony Z7U can create.

The HV40 features a 2.96 megapixel full HD CMOS sensor with a 10x Image Stabilized optical zoom lens. It records full HD (1920 X 1080) video output to HDV tape and still photos to miniSD cards. Standard recording mode is 30p, but it does have a 24p optional mode.

The HV40 has a 2.7" LCD screen and HDMI connection port. Also, a top mounted accessory shoe can accept a light or shotgun microphone. It is capable (if anyone wants to) of taking 3 megapixel still shots.

Kris Steward

Kris's Take

Kris Steward

Video Technician

The HV40 can be used as a good spare camera for professionals and is a great first camera for those transitioning into videography. Many film students use these for shorts and even features. It lacks many of the more robust features of a professional video camera, but still allows for almost* full manual control over your image. This is particularly exciting when you realize that it features a sensor larger than that found on the Z7u. Just keep in mind, image quality will vary depending upon your skill level. Here is a student film shot with this camera.

*You can’t control both shutterspeed and aperture at the same time. One or the other will always be auto, but you can lock exposure.

  • Camera
  • Battery
  • Manual
  • Power supply
  • 4pin to 6pin Firewire cable

*AV Cables available upon request.

LensRentals.com offers rentals ranging in length from 4 to 90 days. The shopping cart will automatically update the quoted price as you adjust the length of your rental. Our most common rental periods are shown below:

Rental Period Waiver Price Rental Price Total Price Approximate Day Rate
4 days $11.25 $57.75 $69.00 $17.25
7 days $15.00 $77.00 $92.00 $13.14
10 days $20.25 $104.00 $124.25 $12.43
14 days $26.25 $134.75 $161.00 $11.50
21 days $35.25 $181.00 $216.25 $10.30
30 days $44.25 $227.25 $271.50 $9.05
45 days $57.75 $296.50 $354.25 $7.87
60 days $67.50 $346.50 $414.00 $6.90
90 days $87.00 $446.50 $533.50 $5.93
Rental Period Rental Price Approximate Day Rate
4 days $57.75 $14.44
7 days $77.00 $11.00
10 days $104.00 $10.40
14 days $134.75 $9.63
21 days $181.00 $8.62
30 days $227.25 $7.58
45 days $296.50 $6.59
60 days $346.50 $5.78
90 days $446.50 $4.96

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