Canon Optura 600

Canon Optura 600

Official Product Site

78 Mostly Average Reviews
based on 7 professional reviews

ProductCritic Score is out of 100.

All ProductCritic scores are converted to a 100-point scale. If a critic does not indicate a score, we assign a score based on the general impression given by the text of the review.

The Canon Optura 600 delivers a superior level of performance in a luxurious, upright, sculpted design. And, with its 4.3-megapixel image sensor, advanced photo features, and superior Canon optics, you get incredible video and photos. It’s a versatile performer for those with a truly versatile lifestyle.

Product summary from Amazon.


Professional Critic Reviews

90

Digital Trends

As of this date, this is the best iteration of combination camcorder/digital still camera I have tested. The quality of the MiniDV videos is very accurate, with nice contrast and lifelike colors.

Read full review
80

Videomaker

The Canon Optura 600 is a camcorder worth bragging about when it comes to the visual quality. While the onboard mic is not tops, the mic input and manual audio levels are not usually available on a camcorder at this level.

Read full review
80

Best Digital Camcorder Reviews

The Canon Optura 600 Mini-DV camcorder is really two products in one. Although it may look like a camcorder on the outside, inside lies a high-quality 4.3 megapixel digital camera with all the features needed to take outstanding photos.

Read full review
79

Easycamcorders.com

The Optura 600 is Canon’s 2006 top-of-the-line Optura model, combining great specs, impressive performance, and a super-compact body.

Read full review
75

Camcorderinfo.com

The Optura 600 has proven, once again, that Canon produces some of the best consumer camcorders around at high ends. The top of the line Optura’s performance was outstanding overall, with a strong showing in video performance and still performance.

Read full review
73

CNET

The Canon Optura 600 hides a wealth of features in a compact design. Fitting easily in a jacket pocket, this MiniDV camcorder delivers excellent video quality and surprisingly good still photos. Though it doesn’t compromise features for size, it sacrifices some convenience, with unusual control placements that can make smooth operation difficult.

Read full review
72

PC World

The upright design of the Canon Optura 600 means that it’s the most portable camcorder we looked at: It would fit into a coat pocket or a small purse without causing too much of a bulge.

Read full review


Are we missing a review? Let us know!