Canon VIXIA HF M40 manual

Canon VIXIA HF M40
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Accessing the memory card. Do not remove the memory card.
- You opened the double memory card slot cover while the camcorder was accessing the mem-
ory card or the camcorder started accessing the memory card as you opened the double
memory card slot cover. Do not remove the memory card until this message disappears.
Back up recordings regularly
- This message may appear when you turn on the camcorder. In the event of a malfunction,
recordings may be lost so back up your recordings regularly.
Buffer overflow. Recording was stopped.
- The data transfer rate was too high for the memory card in use and the recording was
stopped. Replace the memory card with one rated SD Speed Class 2, 4, 6 or 10.
- After repeatedly recording, deleting and editing scenes (fragmented memory), it will take
longer to write data on the memory and recording may stop. Save your recordings (0 134)
and initialize the memory (0 44).
Built-in memory error
- The built-in memory could not be read. Contact a Canon Service Center.
Built-in memory is full
- The built-in memory is full (“f End” appears on the screen). Delete some recordings
(0 61, 123) to free some space. Alternatively, save your recordings (0 134) and initialize
the built-in memory (0 44).
Cannot access the built-in memory
- There is a problem with the built-in memory. Contact a Canon Service Center.
Cannot communicate with the battery pack. Continue using this battery pack?
- You attached a battery pack that is not recommended by Canon for use with this camcorder.
- If you are using a battery pack recommended by Canon for use with this camcorder, there
may be a problem with the camcorder or battery pack. Consult a Canon Service Center.
Cannot convert
- Cannot access the memory card. Check the memory card and make sure it is inserted cor-
rectly.
- You inserted a MultiMedia Card (MMC) into the camcorder. Use a recommended memory card
(0 39).
- There was an error creating the file name. Set 8 8 [Photo Numbering] to [Reset] and
initialize the memory card (0 44) or delete all the photos (0 123) and converted SD mov-
ies (0 61).
Cannot copy
- The total size of the scenes you selected to copy exceeds the available space on the memory
card. Delete some recordings on the memory card (0 61, 123) or reduce the number of
scenes to copy.
COPY

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Canon VIXIA HF M40 specifications

Below you will find the product specifications and the manual specifications of the Canon VIXIA HF M40.

The Canon VIXIA HF M40 camcorder features a total of 2.37 megapixels, with a CMOS sensor type and an optical sensor size of 1/3 inch. It has effective megapixels of 2.07 for both image and movie capturing. The camcorder offers a 10x optical zoom and a 200x digital zoom for versatile shooting options. It is equipped with a 43mm filter size and comes with an image stabilizer to ensure steady footage. The image stabilizer type is Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), providing enhanced stability during recording. The camcorder operates using a memory card as the media type and comes with 16 GB of flash memory for storage purposes. The Canon VIXIA HF M40 is designed to deliver reliable performance and durability, suitable for capturing high-quality videos and images. It is a compact and user-friendly device that is ideal for amateur videographers and professionals alike. This camcorder is a versatile tool for capturing memories and creating content in various settings.

General
BrandCanon
ModelVIXIA HF M40 | 5117B001
Productcamcorder
EAN0013803133554
LanguageEnglish
FiletypeUser manual (PDF)
Image sensor
Total megapixels2.37 MP
Sensor typeCMOS
Optical sensor size1/3 "
Effective megapixels (image)2.07 MP
Effective megapixels (movie)2.07 MP
Lens system
Optical zoom10 x
Digital zoom200 x
Focal length range6.1 - 61 mm
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)43.6 - 436 mm
Filter size43 mm
Image stabilizerYes
Image stabilizer typeOptical Image Stabilization (OIS)
Other features
Aperture range (F-F)1.8 - 3
Power consumption (typical)2.9 W
Auto exposureYes
Manual exposureYes
Storage
Camcorder media typeMemory card
Flash memory16 GB
Compatible memory cardsSD, SDHC, SDXC
Memory slots2
Focusing
Focus adjustmentAuto
Closest focusing distance0.01 m
Face detectionYes
Exposure
Light exposure modesAuto, Manual
Scene modesBeach, Night, Portrait, Sports, Spotlight, Sunset
White balance
White balanceAuto, Cloudy, Daylight, Fluorescent, Manual, Shade, Tungsten
Shutter
Shutter speed (video)1/2000 s
Display
Display diagonal3 "
DisplayLCD
Display resolution (numeric)230000 pixels
TouchscreenYes
Camera
Supported aspect ratios16:9
Minimum illumination0.1 lx
Image processorDIGIC DV III
3DNo
Design
Product colorBlack
LED indicatorsYes
Video
Maximum video resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
Video resolutions1920 x 1080 pixels
Video formats supportedH.264, MPEG4
Analog signal format systemNTSC
Capture modesFXP, LP, MXP, SP, XP
HD typeFull HD
Still image
Maximum image resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
Audio
Audio systemDolby Digital 2.0
Audio formats supportedAC3
Ports & interfaces
USB 2.0 ports quantity1
Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) out1
Composite video out1
HDMIYes
Microphone inYes
Headphone outputs1
Battery
Battery technologyLithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Weight & dimensions
Width74 mm
Depth131 mm
Height71 mm
Weight350 g
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)-5 - 45 °C
Packaging content
Quick start guideYes
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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is a megapixel?

The number of megapixels denotes how many pixels there are in the sensor. 1 megapixel equals 1 million pixels. The more pixels, the higher the potential image quality.

What does the abbreviation 'MP' stand for?

MP stands for MegaPixels.

What is the weight of the Canon VIXIA HF M40?

The Canon VIXIA HF M40 has a weight of 350 g.

What is the screen size of the Canon VIXIA HF M40?

The screen size of the Canon VIXIA HF M40 is 3 ".

What is the height of the Canon VIXIA HF M40?

The Canon VIXIA HF M40 has a height of 71 mm.

What is the width of the Canon VIXIA HF M40?

The Canon VIXIA HF M40 has a width of 74 mm.

What is the depth of the Canon VIXIA HF M40?

The Canon VIXIA HF M40 has a depth of 131 mm.

Is the manual of the Canon VIXIA HF M40 available in English?

Yes, the manual of the Canon VIXIA HF M40 is available in English .

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