Is The Canon HFR800 Camcorder Any Good?

Is The Canon HFR800 Camcorder Any Good?
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[@tommyjwallace]

This is the best test footage i've seen for this camera. Thanks!

[@therealjigsawjp]

Turn up the LCD brightness and backlight. That will help big time!

[@lanceg6828]

Here we are April 2019 and I’m probably going to purchase this cam. I’ve got a wedding at the beach this week and this thing still looks incredible for the price.

[@davidcobb7446]

Same for me, the demo was great and the price as well. I have to get one also.

[@GarrySummer1700123Summer]

I like how in the beginning of the video there's a millisecond of you saying "Hey" then cuts to the intro

[@bennyb7067]

Lmao right

[@boofstain1508]

@MrB0gart its focusing on a scratch it has on the lens

[@mrsnoo86]

he*

[@elephantgrass631]

@MrB0gart What the fuck are you even responding to Garry's comment for? At LEAST make a solo comment asking for help. Your question has jack shit to do with Garry's post.

[@elephantgrass631]

Garry, he's a tech guru. He knows how to edit video. Thanks.

[@TheLDH2020Channel]

This is my first view of your videos and I must say, I'm impressed. thank you for the brief but informative revue. great job Steve!

[@paulogilberto4]

I very rarely leave comments on videos, but I have to thank you for this one, it's the best video I found so far on this camera, which I'm very much interested in buying. The only thing I didn't like about this camera, and I have seen other videos about it, is the mic...

[@TechSteve]

Most people use after market mics anyways to get better sound. I only use the camera mic to sync my footage since I use 2 cameras on my videos.

[@phoozchic]

Good coverage of what to expect...wind, background noise, bright outdoor light and low indoor light. Thanks for the review.

[@BobbiMeyer]

Thanks for the video...was about the flip the switch on the much more expensive G20, but the video quality on this is good enough!

[@alpharailroadproductions]

I really do like how the camera performs I might consider buying one

[@patrickstransportchannel]

This was really helpful, especially when the trains went past cause my channel is based off trains! It showed that it will work for what I will do with it. Thanks!

[@HERB902]

Wow!! I almost brought the XF400. But this little guy does the trick just fine

[@murilocesar5080]

Thank you for the straight and frank review.

[@MarkFeaGuitar]

Good review... straight forward, no frills... thanks man!

[@palootto4021]

Thanks Tech Steve for your awesome presentation.

[@mervynpeek]

Thanks TechSteve! Perfect review for me to determine if I want to buy the R800. I've been using a GoPro for shooting vacation videos, as I like the fact that the GoPro is so compact & can carry it around in my pocket. But the drawback is that the GoPro has a fixed lens--so no zoom capabilities. That's why I'm considering something like the Canon R800 so I can zoom in and out.

[@davidcobb7446]

I'll just use this indoors for my upcoming KZbin cooking channel, so the wind and sunlight will not effect me whatsoever. It has great close ups and good vibrant color capture. Thanks for the demo....

[@TechSteve]

I wish you success on your channel 🎬

[@davidcobb7446]

@@TechSteve thank you very much, and Happy New Year.

[@dansteele3930]

The external mic you plugged into unit, was it a powered microphone? I liked the vid you did, good job!

[@JohnRaqe]

with which cam you shot the video? love the quality

[@TechSteve]

+JohnRaqe this shot with a Sony ax33 but now I use a sony fdr-ax100 and the 33 for the overhead shots.

[@acsmith70325]

They also eliminated the avchd video file format and are now using only mp4, which creates multiple small files. If you plan of filming more than thirty minute videos you will want to stick with the HF 700 model which still has a avchd file mode.

[@childofgod585]

I just subscribed too. You did a great presentation. Straight forward and very informative.

[@naturalself-reliancejlebec3011]

Good review, not being able to see the viewfinder in daylight is a deal breaker for me, very good review thanks!

[@thenotdumbpodcast584]

Thanks bro. We’ll go with this one for our KZbin channel. We’ll give you a shout out for this review

[@ericbanes873]

What equipment did you use with it? Lapel mic etc.

[@Industen]

Is it worth the upgrade if you already own a Canon R52?

[@Jake-ds9sw]

You should send your setup to Tech Source for his Setup wars series, you could link your channel as well to get some exposure :)

[@joeynuggs]

Great video i am considering buying this camera with a external microphone to do some KZbin Vlogs.. I will subscribe and like your video brother.. Thanks for posting it.

[@doolbagjohnson5093]

I have this camera. Please tell me what setting you are using because mine looks like crap compared to yours baddd.

[@TechSteve]

+DoolbagJohnson I don't own that camera anymore. I review some products and ship them back.

[@doodleboxstuff]

DoolbagJohnson It might just be your lighting.

[@doodleboxstuff]

MrB0gart Go to Camera settings and choose the highest setting. It’s not that hard to do.

[@doolbagjohnson5093]

Please give me some examples. I have gotten better with it but he said his footage is "untouched" I find that hard to believe. I have to do some serious editing, color grading and light corrections to make the footage look ok. If you have examples please show me instead of being like that with your comment.

[@doolbagjohnson5093]

Yah I have learned a good bit in the past year haha. Thanks for the tip!

[@rupokar]

Hello Steve, thanks for your description.Please advise me whether the wind effect can be eliminated using any good external microphone with noise limiter ( please advise microphone model for the same which fits well with the camera) , and secondly how is the stability of the camera at full zoom?

[@pmr413]

Nice review Steve! Thanks for showing the video and pictures from the Canon. I'm looking at this camera to step up from my phone for my channel. I read some reviews that made me question if this was the right move for me. I want to stay on the more affordable side but really want a mic port. Your review showed me that this camera will be just fine for me. Thanks again!!! ~Pat

[@TechSteve]

Thanks for watching

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

what are they like for machine shop videos , filming distance average 200mm away up to 2 meters away from camera .

[@TechSteve]

I would get a DSLR because you can buy lenses for it. Plus the have much better details

[@swanvalleymachineshop]

@@TechSteve thanks , i will check them out .

[@panique365]

Cool review. I'll probably get this. Greetings from a fellow San Diegan!

[@meccamoo7779]

I think it's amazing just no remote but everything else is incredibly ThanX for this so much. I love it. Ik it muted the sound but I just won't use it in the wind lol.😭😍💜

[@KooperSalmo]

Can I take all the footage that I make on this camera and put it on a DVD through windows DVD maker if not how do I get it on a DVD

[@greymanoperations]

Thanks so much. Can one attach and use an external mic to this camera?

[@TechSteve]

Yes you can

[@testpattern701]

If you're going to do any outdoor shooting you should definitely look into a windscreen for your mics.

[@MuhammadShahbaz-bu4im]

Well done sir, very well explained. Keep it up. I have a question, can i go live with this cam??? Using UltraStudio Mini Recorder???

[@bensharpe3036]

hello. good video and good information. i am considering buying one. just might be a camera with budget friendly options. also, i am curious did i see an external webcam on your big monitor on the desk? curiosity killed the cat as they say, please tell about it, if so. andwhat features it has. also does it have good video quality as in HD? if not .... what brand and model webcam would you recommend that the best video for viewers. thanks. have a great day.

[@TheWorldAgainstMe32]

Hey Steve! I just had a couple of questions and was wondering if you could help out. 1. What's the average battery life if the battery is fully charged? 2. How big of an SD card should I buy (GB storage wise) If my videos are between 30-35 minutes long? 3. Is there a specific microphone you would recommend to pair along with the camera? Thanks for your help!

[@TechSteve]

I haven’t had that camera for a long time. Here’s canons website to find your answers www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/support/details/camcorders/consumer/vixia/vixia-hf-r800

[@brkrny8199]

Is this micro SD only? Can I use the standard size SD card? Sever sources have been telling me different things from the products page on Canon's website to bestbuy to amazon

[@moringainlagos5261]

Hi Steve, just got a canon vixia r800, a tripod and a takstar. I need a shoe mount that can work seamless without need for adjustment. You know a kind of plug and play shoe mount. Can you send me a link of where I can get it?

[@alpharailroadproductions]

I had previously owned a Sony CX405 and I did not like how the audio performed because you could easily hear the autofocus on the camera. Is this camera autofocus noisy because I would like to know and is this also good for taking videos of train watching (Railfanning)

[@TechSteve]

Sorry it’s a old video and I had it for a day. I have no idea

[@alpharailroadproductions]

@@TechSteve ok that’s absolutely fine just asking for ideas

[@childofgod585]

Is this the camera that you used for the entire footage, that is did you use this camera while you were seated in front of your pc's at the end? If not, which camera was that? Thanks.

[@TechSteve]

A sony 4k handycam fdr-ax100

[@KeepingHistoryontwowheels]

Steve, Can you hook up an external field monitor to this camera using the HDMI?

[@LittleCountryCabin]

Just bought this camera. Thank you for the great video! God’s blessings to you!

[@TechSteve]

I appreciate the the kind words 👍🏽

[@johnnypoo3166]

Did you get a good price? Im looking to buy and right now its $219. I was also wondering if it caps out at 1080p HD?

[@LittleCountryCabin]

Johnny Poo $219 is what I paid but you might catch a good sale on Black Friday. Yes 1080 is the max. 👍

[@johnnypoo3166]

@@LittleCountryCabin thanks for the reply, and the info. I'm not going to buy anything on black Friday. Its the personal choice of not being a victim of a "sales influenced purchase."

[@LittleCountryCabin]

Johnny Poo I agree! I don’t shop then either for the same reasons😊. God’s blessings to you ❤️

[@StevesFunAdventures]

Good job on your video Steve I have the same camera I love it thank you

[@studentoftheword6115]

I know you used a Sony to Start Recording you with the R800. What was the name of the Sony Camera/Camcorder & Mic that you used to record yourself with the R800? When I clicked the link it shows me more than one. And what Mic did you use with the Sony?

[@lupe103344522]

Hopefully it works well for filming a podcast. Planning to buy two of them.

[@TechSteve]

Make sure you get some video lights, it makes a world of differents

[@fredlabad]

Hi! Is that possible with this set to plug the charger to use on the camera? If i do not have other batery and I need to use more then 4 hours. Is that possible to use the camera while is charging on the camera? Is there a way to plug the camera on the elecricity? thanks

[@SunCoastFilms]

I still use mine for my channel along with a few go pros. I use a Rode Mic when I’m filming in haunted locations. This thing always picks up voices. Really good for interviewing. Love this camera. Awesome review.

[@MohaAlraed]

can i record long videos, more than 4 hours? do u recommend it for recording lectures?

[@bradbarber]

Were these the default settings you used on your walkabout, or did you make changes? Thanks in advance

[@TechSteve]

Default settings

[@toyrobot8182]

Awesome review thank you and super helpful

[@davidsheriff8989]

Very impressive and clear information, best reporting I have seen,,,

[@PhatkatCollections]

Hey man I just got this camera and I'm confused. I have filmed in well.lit areas and it looks grainy and out of focus. Yours looks great any ideas?

[@TechSteve]

One subscriber said that he moved the resolution to 60 FPS and it looked much clearer. I only had the camera for a few days so I cannot Test.

[@PhatkatCollections]

Tech Steve I have mine at that and it looks grainy. Yours looks really crisp

[@complexsubjectsmadeeasy7296]

Your image is so clear. What camera are you using to film this Tech review video?

[@TechSteve]

Sony ax100 4k

[@complexsubjectsmadeeasy7296]

@@TechSteve - Thanks for your fast reply. Im sure the files are huge. What pc specs are using to edit?

[@aditya-tx7fn]

Great video and was very detailed! As im no pro and you know alot more than me about tech, i can advise to add music and montages top make your video smoother. You earned a new subscribe.

[@H.pylori]

Nice review. Thanks. Helped me to decide.

[@supark3244]

I am buying a camera for our trip. We will be biking as well as hiking mountains. Would you suggest this or the GoPro Hero 5 Black? Thanks for your help.

[@TechSteve]

+su park GoPro, I own the hero 4

[@CBSEye]

Steve, is that a mini microphone input. Great feature. I think you sold me on this. I haven't gone wrong with Canon yet. Thanks.

[@TechSteve]

Yes, 3.5mm

[@CBSEye]

@@TechSteve Thanks for the prompt reply, Steve. That's what I was hoping. Sure looked like it. Perfect for my new lav. Continued success with the channel!

[@malikAwan-vi7xl]

can you attach external mic for road side interviews and does it support the external mic itself or does it have to be a powered mic ?

[@randomalien6936]

If I were to put a 950 nm ir filter on this camcorder do you think I could do decent Sky watching?

[@fwardaz]

I want to broadcast wirelessly to my computer from this camera (I have the camera now). How and what do I need to add to the camera/computer to do this? BTW - couldn't get to your website.

[@TKevinRussell]

What video camera did you shoot this review in? Nice quality video recording itself.

[@TechSteve]

I recorded with sony handycam fdr-ax100

[@TKevinRussell]

@@TechSteve Thanks, nice review. subscribed.

[@AKIABBRA]

Nice presentation! You sold me on this one! Would you mind showing the easiest way to transfer videos from this camera to you tube, please.Thank you, Steve

[@TechSteve]

+Following My Bliss you need a computer and a video editor software. I use a mac and Final Cut Pro.

[@dennismccarty4520]

Helpful review. Thanks.

[@moorthyy27]

Good video what type of external mic are you using

[@TechSteve]

Audio Technica ATR3350

[@sosteve9113]

Thanks for the review up in the Market for a new camera,if you have any suggestions I'm all ear

[@barrygioportmorien1]

Thumbs up, very informative....

[@vinaykumart2777]

Which mic did u use to record the video?!

[@toddstowe8494]

I won't be using it to record. How does it do for live streaming?

[@zayxoxo]

They should pay you to be their salesperson. You’re really good at what you do, thanks.

[@TechSteve]

Oh thanks, I appreciate that.

[@hasinabibi6237]

Who is best camera canon r800 Vs Sony hf405 Vs Panasonic 180 tell me and show me all

[@rwprime1]

I'm looking for a camera that a retiree can afford that can do the usual family video shots, but beyond that, I really love watching and recording RC model airplanes and you have to zoom constantly, but when they come in for a fly-by, you have to back off - sometimes fast, sometimes slow depending on how fast they fly by. And you can't be putzin' around waiting for focus when they get farther away either. Anyway, you mentioned that in the sunlight, you couldn't really see the touch screen. That's totally unacceptable for what I just mentioned. So, what's the cheapest an ole retiree can get by with to do what I have explained? What are the lower priced HD cameras with eye pieces? What do you recommend or will this Canon R800 or the Sony CX405 do what I want? (I'm turned off by the 405 because of the 30 fps instead of 60). Thanks Oh, oh, one other thing, just a heads up for you if you ever do other camera reviews. I am looking for a certain thing that I didn't see in this video. I need a shot with the camera on a tripod and a scene like at 4:59 mins (and a 1/2 second). I need video of that tree and what I'm checking for is the focus of the objects in the periphery. The camera is going to auto focus on that tree, but I want to see how it does on everything else. I have seen video where the periphery is blurred and that's just not acceptable. I'll even give you an example. Go here at 6:03 mins and see how the red vise, the palm tree bark and the fence to the left are all blurred, but the engine in the center is perfect. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bHW6oIR8ab5jr9E&ab_channel=DavidMcIntire Now, this is a super guy and I'm not trying to bash his video. I'm just trying to make a point. EDIT Now-a-days, in industry speak they call that 'bokeh'. I call it poorer optics when you lose depth of field (focus). I'm not trying to shot video of Whistler's Mother here :)

[@hasinabibi6237]

Who is best camera canon r800 Vs Sony hf405 Vs Panasonic 180 tell me and show me all video review

[@rickeyhargrove7556]

Thanks for the good solid information. Great video.

[@shippwreckeddlps5686]

Is it bad lighting inside, also does it come with a card for memory or do you have to buy one, and does it hook up to your computer?

[@TechSteve]

+Shippwreckedd LPS the recording inside are better when you change the exposure settings, no memory card included and you can hook to computer with supplied USB cable but I have a card reader that I use

[@shippwreckeddlps5686]

Ok Great thx!

[@studentoftheword6115]

When I click "Show More" under your video, I can't find your website. Could you add it in there and let me know. I know you said it in the video but it may make it easier for people to find. Thank you. Great Video!

[@tech-knowledge7076]

does this camera has hdr mode...and whT are the recording size option

[@studentoftheword6115]

Wow did you use the Rode Shockmount Microphone to get the Audio? It's great! Later you went outside. You Recorded with the R800 and used it's audio..It seemed like when the Wind hit it it kind of nullified all the audio. But when you used your External Mic and the train came by I heard both you and the train clearly. That was Great! Did you use the Rode Microphone at that point? I clicked your link on "My Great I used to create this video" Just need a little clarification. They said that Amazon is out of stock but has a newer one I could purchase.

[@BarnesyBoy]

Its funny you showed the train because my interest in this camera IS for railfanning 😂

[@natehufnagel1431]

Steve, can you use a MoVo wireless mic system with this video camera ?

[@TechSteve]

If it has a 3.5mm out

[@Femifvshion]

I understand that you don't have this camera anymore but i want to ask a question and I hope that you might be able to answer it. So when you were using the camera was the microphone quality good or did you have to buy an external microphone in other to be able to have a great audio sound?

[@TechSteve]

My advice is that any internal mic will be ok, my experience is that most of them sounds ok but not much range. If you want good audio us an external recorder like a xoom and lapel or rode mic. The down sides is that you have to make a rig and sync your audio with your editing program but it much richer sound. Setups can get expensive but it depends on what productions value you’re after. Currently I’ll using a Panasonic gh5 with the mic adapter and a $400 rode mic. Ouch$$$

[@Femifvshion]

Thanks I appreciate that

[@burromeister]

Surprised you did not mention there is no hot - or cold shoe on this camcorder. So how do you attach an external mike without having to go find a bracket? The bigger thing though is that the charging port ranges from terribly bad to unacceptable - wire comes loose frequently.

[@TechSteve]

I had it for one day, the video results still surprises me. I didn’t ever use it

[@briandeline5065]

Just discoverer your channel and I have a question. In the market for a new, cheaper, camcorder and torn between the Canon R800, Sony cx405 and the Panasonic hc v180. Would love your opinion, thank you.

[@TechSteve]

Personally I would go for a Panasonic GX7 because it’s 4k, you can change the lenses and it’s something that you can grow with. The camcorder are ok but very limited. I only did this review so I’m not sure about the other models but I would do 4k for sure, more detailed pictures and videos.

[@TechSteve]

Here a link. www.google.com/search?q=panasonic+gx7&rlz=1CDGOYI_enUS709US709&oq=panasonic+gx7&aqs=chrome..69i57.7888j0j4&hl=en-US&sourceid=chrome-mobile&ie=UTF-8

[@briandeline5065]

@@TechSteve Thank you for your quick response, appreciate it.

[@ericbulington2421]

“Here’s the rotating...” and I barf. Holy heck. Don’t do that again! 😜🤭

[@bobmarshall3700]

Hey Steve, you commented that you could hardly see the screen in bright sunlight. Is that a bad enough problem for you to suggest finding another brand of camera that incorporates a conventional viewfinder?

[@TechSteve]

I try to keep bias and only had this camera for a day. But if that’s an important feature for you I would definitely get one with the view finder.

[@bobmarshall3700]

Thanks Steve.

[@KhmerComedyCollection]

Hello Sir, In outside test, did you use Gymble?

[@TechSteve]

I didn’t use a gimbal, just my hand and built in stability system

[@KhmerComedyCollection]

@@TechSteveThanks you sir, one more question, can i use this camera to record video outside like: street food (day time and night time), coutry side view, cooking recipe ....? thanks you in advanced from Bora,

[@TechSteve]

It will be good for that as long as you good lighting

[@D1ZZYDUDE]

How long does the battery last? How long is the recording time?

[@TechSteve]

Extra batteries is a must have and I would buy a few extras generics are ok, and record time is based on memory card size. You should google the canon website and check out the manual.

[@danilohcastro]

Hi! I have a microphone Rode VideoMicro, and it need to use the plugin power supplied via camera's microphone input. Do you thing it will work with this camera? Or I need to use a microphone with own power batery?

[@TechSteve]

I’m sure it will need it’s own battery.

[@danilohcastro]

Tech Steve thanks, man!

[@jasonperry4898]

What camera are you using while sitting at your desk?

[@TechSteve]

Sony ax100 4K camcorder. Now I use 2 Panasonic GH5 cameras.

[@mrwilliams.65]

Did I here you say it has a pause button, is that for using when recording ???

[@TechSteve]

Sorry just started and stop

[@Tim-Miller-]

Hey Steve, I'm having a huge amount of hiss with this device using an external mic that works well in many other devices...have you seen this? I may have to return it and get a different one.

[@TechSteve]

I had the camera for one day years ago , the mic I used was a atr3350 and it worked decent on the video Audio-Technica ATR3350iS g.co/kgs/MHSBqR

[@blackwhitestudio3585]

can we take photos or images using this camcorder??

[@lotemgotlib8256]

Which camera did you use at first? That's Sonny's?

[@TechSteve]

Sony ax100

[@mislavburazer5628]

Hi man do I buy Canon HFR800 or Sony HDR-cx240 I really like the Canon and the price is not that bigger, I will use it as my second camera.

[@TechSteve]

It’s really up to you, I haven’t reviewed the Sony plus this video is over a year old. I just switched to the Sony 7iii and the colors are amazing

[@mislavburazer5628]

Congrats but that is over my budget hahah,think I am going to go for that Canon but in Europe I think we have HFR806 which doesnt have a extra mic.port I hope everything else is the same

[@TechSteve]

You have to have the external mic input in my opinion

[@mislavburazer5628]

@@TechSteve yeaa same,will try to look it up on internet,thank you for info :)

[@GurbaniAadhar]

How much it last ? Can we use it for live stream and continue for 3-4 hrs

[@TechSteve]

You would need to plug in or buy larger batteries

[@GurbaniAadhar]

Will it support large battery and how much it work with default battery

[@TechSteve]

Check out the manual you should be able to find your answers gdlp01.c-wss.com/gds/0/0300025910/02/vixiahfr80-82-800-im2-en.pdf

[@laurasarah9191]

Is the "Canon Vixia HF R800" the EXACT same as the "Canon Legria HF R806"? And same with the 700 vs. 706?

[@htnikhtnik5094]

Legria don't have microphone input and has 25 and 50 frame rate. Vixia 30 and 60.

[@tuscantrotter1130]

In EU can only get the legria version, with no mic input, really disappointed, cos it is a great budget camera.

[@alexpuentes]

Hi, what camera do You use for your videos?

[@TechSteve]

I’m currently using a Panasonic Gh5 and Gx7 for overhead shots instagram.com/p/BmEm4VGB9hi/

[@r3ptileguy406]

What Microphone Are You Using While Recording With The Can HFR800

[@TechSteve]

Audio-Technica ATR-3350IS Omnidirectional Condenser Lavalier Mic with Smartphone Adapter www.amazon.com/dp/B00HZA6EJO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_NDEAAbH3ZF90A