Canon HFM306

Canon LEGRIA HFM306

The HFM306 is Canon's latest LEGRIA camcorder and the firm reckons it packs 'awesome' image quality despite its small demeanor.In terms of size and weight the HFM306 lives up to Canon's claims because it is one of the smallest HD camcorders we've tried. As such it is easy to travel with and despite its compact size it could be used by even those with large hands. That said users with small- or medium-sized hands will have the best experience. Weighing just 320g with the battery installed the Canon is a featherweight; in the absence of a tripod you won't tire too quickly whilst holding this camcorder.Users of Canon's digital cameras or past camcorders will quickly get to grips with the HFM306 thanks to the familiar interface and menu system. Interaction with the LEGRIA is accomplished via the responsive and precise 2.7-inch touch screen or via the few buttons dotted across the camcorder's body.The HFM306 packs 1/4 type CMOS sensor and it packs a video capture resolution of 3-megapixels. In use we found this camera proved very responsive despite us making relatively fast movements and playing back the footage, we were impressed with the camcorders realistic colours and crisp captures.