Canon VIXIA HV40 HDV Camcorder question

I'm considerring purchasing the Canon VIXIA HV40 HDV Camcorder. Has or does anyone used this Camcorder? and or do you know if it is compatible with FCE 4.0.1.?
Also is the VIXIA the US model equivalent to the LEGRIA in the UK? I can't seem to find the VIXIA on UK websites
Denis
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I have the Canon HV20 which is excellent and compatible.
The HV30 was virtually identical so I should imagine the HV40 is also pretty similar.
Take a look at this review. The same site also has reviews of the HV20 and HV30 if you want to see the differences.
http://www.camcorderinfo.com/content/Canon-Returns-with-Another-HDV-Camcorder-th e-HV40-35813.htm#

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