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Canon Optura 40
Created: 05/31/2006
Video description: If the Optura 30 is good, the Optura 40 is better, thanks to its video light. But if you don't find yourself shooting in a lot of low-light situations, it may not be worth the cash.

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Optura 40 Digital Video Camcorder Review

Editors' rating

The good: Small size; fine zoom lens; above-average sound quality; decent color; easy to use; video light.

The bad: Wimpy battery; cheesy digital effects; minimal bundled software.

The bottom line: If the Optura 30 is good, the Optura 40 is better, thanks to its video light. But if you don't find yourself shooting in a lot of low-light situations, it may not be worth the cash.

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Optura 40 Digital Video Camcorder Specs

Manufacturer: Canon USA
Part number: 9544A003AA

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