Canon Legria HF M41 Digital Camcorder, 32GB, HD

* 32GB Dual Flash Memory and Relay Recording
* 15x optical zoom
* 18x advanced zoom
* Easy HD Shooting
* 6.8cm (2.7inch) touch-screen LCD
* Video Snapshot
* 3.3MP Canon HD Camera System
* Dynamic OIS and Powered IS
* Easy sharing
* Pre REC, 25p Cinema Mode - plus 3.3MP stills
* Superior audio
* Flexible system


Our opinion:

The High Definition LEGRIA HF M series features intuitive new touch-screen LCDs, allowing you to focus simply by touching the screen.

Each model in the range is easy to use and comfortable to hold and offers the ideal package for users looking for exceptional Full HD video in a compact body.

The three models in the series differ mainly in the amount of internal memory they offer:

M306 - SDHC cards - no internal memory
M36 - SDHC cards + 8GB internal memory
M31 - SDHC cards + 32GB internal memory, headphone and microphone jack

All the above models feature Canon's fantastic Smart Auto technology, which automatically optimizes the quality of your video footage to a standard that was so far impossible to achieve in conventional Auto recordings.

Face recognition, pre-record (3 seconds) and instant auto focus make this a perfect family camcorder. Easy web upload options include in-camera conversion from HD to SD formats, the bundled software stores your user account data for YouTube accounts etc - so you can upload your footage in just a few clicks.

Highly recommended *****

Dual Flash Memory
With 32GB of Dual Flash Memory, the LEGRIA HF M31 offers both internal capacity and memory card shooting. And, with Relay recording, you'll never have to stop shooting to change media; if the built-in memory becomes full, Relay recording will automatically continue on an SD or SDHC card.

Easy HD shooting
Shooting HD has never been easier. Smart Auto's scene recognition technology optimises settings according to the situation, whether it's a dramatic sunset or a family event. Instant AF achieves pin-sharp focus quickly and Face Detection Technology optimises shooting settings for perfect people shots.

Touch-screen technology
The LEGRIA HF M31 provides a unique way to control your camcorder. The large 6.8cm (2.7inch) touch-screen enables you to control of the camcorder's shooting and playback functions with simple on-screen gestures for a new, more intuitive way of movie-making.

Canon HD Camera System
The Canon HD Camera System combines a 3.3MP Full HD CMOS sensor, an 18x optical zoom Canon HD Video Lens and the DIGIC DV III processor to deliver superb Full HD movies.

Dynamic OIS and Powered IS
When shooting video, small shakes of the camcorder can appear magnified in playback. To counter this, the LEGRIA HF M31 uses two systems of image stabilisation - Dynamic Optical Image Stabilizer reduces shake caused when shooting while walking and Powered Image Stabilizer keeps the image steady for telephoto shots.

Easy sharing
Sharing your videos is easier than ever before with the LEGRIA HF M31. In-camera HD to SD conversion lets you reduce the size of your files in-camera, while the bundled PIXELA software makes uploading a breeze.

Pre REC, 25p Cinema Mode - plus 3.3MP stills
The LEGRIA HF M31 has many shooting features for creating better movies. In Pre REC mode, the camcorder starts recording three seconds before the Record button is pressed, so you won't miss any of the action. 25p cinema mode creates more cinematic-looking movies. And you can even snap 3.3MP still photos to complement your movies.

Flexible system
The LEGRIA HF M31 has a built-in HDMI connection for direct output to an HDTV, while a built-in mic and headphone jack enable you to capture better audio. The mini Advanced Accessory Shoe and a range of accessories - including the WP-V2 Waterproof case for taking your camcorder swimming or snorkelling - allow the HF M31 to grow with your experience.