Gallery: At $2,500, Canon's New 4K Camcorder Is Actually a Bargain

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    The handgrip swivels to give the shooter better ergonomics for both stills and video.
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    On the top of the handgrip, there's a physical mode dial and scroll wheel for adjusting exposure settings.
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    An optional eye-level accessory will clip onto the back, turning the touchscreen into an EVF.
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    Inside, there's a 1-inch-type sensor, which is the same size as the one found in Sony's RX100.
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    The back hosts a 3-inch touchscreen, which lets you touch to focus and select menu options.
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    The XC10 shoots 4K video at an incredible 305Mbps bitrate. It's available in June for $2,500.
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