Key Specifications

Video Formats:

MiniDV (Digital Video Cassette)

Image Sensor:

1/6-inch CCD

460,000 pixels

Lens:

10x Optical Zoom

200x Digital Zoom

f/1.8 - f/2.9 aperture range

Recording Resolution:

520 horizontal lines

Viewfinder and LCD:

0.44-inch color viewfinder

2.5-inch color LCD screen

Image Stabilization:

Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS)

Audio:

16-bit/12-bit PCM digital stereo sound

Built-in microphone

External microphone input

Still Image Capture:

Memory card slot (CompactFlash)

Resolution: VGA (640 x 480 pixels)

Ports and Connectivity:

IEEE 1394 (FireWire) DV input/output

S-Video input/output

Composite A/V input/output

USB port for still image transfer

Headphone jack

Microphone jack

Manual Controls:

White balance (Auto, Daylight, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Manual)

Exposure settings

Focus (Auto/Manual)

Other Features:

Night mode

Digital effects (fade, wipe, etc.)

Title generator

Timecode and date stamp

Battery:

Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery

Battery life varies depending on usage

Dimensions and Weight:

Dimensions: 4.5 x 3.5 x 6.9 inches (WxHxD)

Weight: Approximately 1.5 pounds (without battery)

Included Accessories:

Battery pack

Carry shoulder bag

Lens cap

Shoulder strap

Extra tape/film

SD card

All original documentation

Summary

The Canon ZR25 MC is a versatile MiniDV camcorder with a good balance of manual and automatic features, suitable for a range of users from casual videographers to more serious hobbyists. Its key selling points include its compact size, good optical zoom, and the ability to capture both video and still images. The camcorder also offers various connectivity options and digital effects, enhancing its versatility for different shooting situations.