Canon does have digital camcorders on sale, however almost all electronic manufacturers are slowly stopping production of camcorders due to the convergence of video recording on cellphones and digital cameras.
The official Canon website has information about all of the currently available camcorders made by Canon. They also sell these camcorders on the website.
Yes, Canon is one of the top manufacturers of video and photographic equipment. The picture quality of Canon products is second to none, and their new line of ultraviolet capable camcorders is no different.
Canon products are designed for function and not form. While the Sony camcorders may look nice, the Canon camcorders are better for quality. An average feature for Canon camcorders feature HD recording, as well as great zoom options.
Yes, best buy does carry Canon camcorders including HD models. You can visit their website to view them as well as compare them by price & features. Go to http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Canon-Camcorders/Canon-High-Definition-Camcorders/pcmcat141600050003.c?id=pcmcat141600050003
The Canon camcorders come in a number of different models. The Vixia HF is one model that Canon has, and the Canon DV 012 is another camcorder model that Canon sells.
Not many camcorders these days are able to output in DivX, but there are some Canon ones that can, I believe.
There are plenty mid-range camcorders that have this feature, but consider getting Canon camcorders if wind noise is a big concern.
Canon camcorders accept a wide range of batteries. Depending on model, these can include double-A (AA), triple-A (AAA), or lithium-ion rechargeable battery packs. Please see the Canon website or your owner's manual for model information.
In 2014, some of the best camcorders were the Sony HDR-CX900, Panasonic HC-X920, and Canon Vixia HF G30.
Unfortunately, unless you have Canon's professional series of portable camcorders you won't be able to attach an external microphone. Take a look at Sony's camcorders, however.
Canon (like the Vixia H40), Sony, JVC, and Panasonic are companies which make minidv camcorders. Photo stores that sell these brands may carry minidv camcorders; alternatively one can look through auction sites like eBay and Amazon where new and used models are available.
Almost all camcorders (such as Canon ones) accept SD format. For digital media it's the gold standard.