Sony HDR-FX1 3-CCD HDV High Definition Camcorder w/12x Optical Zoom

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Binding: Electronics Brand: Sony Display Size: 3.5 EAN: 0822766009000 Feature: Three 1/3-inch wide-aspect-ratio advanced HAD CCD imagers for true-to-life color rendering Floppy Disk Drive Description: None Label: Sony Manufacturer: Sony Maximum Focal Length: 54 Minimum Focal Length: 4.5 Model: HDR-FX1 Optical Zoom: 12 Publisher: Sony Studio: Sony
Features Three 1/3-inch wide-aspect-ratio advanced HAD CCD imagers for true-to-life color rendering Play and record interlaced high-definition video at resolutions up to 1440 x 1080 for professional-quality video 12x optical zoom with Super SteadyShot Optical Stabilization System 3.5-inch wide precision hybrid SwivelScreen LCD Record at either 30 frames per second or, for a film-like feel, at 24 frames per second
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Editorial Reviews: RE)SONY HDR-FX1 HIGH DEFINITION CAMC
Spotlight customer reviews: Customer Rating: Summary: Great for today's video needs Comment: I love this camera. I do a lot of videography for local bands, so I'm in low light conditions most of the time and the color picks up very well. The other thing that impressed me so much was that the on-camera mic is even better than a (inexpensive) boom mic I bought. I continued to use the camera's mic because of the stereo quality when a line-in isn't available. Totally recommend for anyone starting out in film/video. Customer Rating: Summary: 100% reliable, great quality Comment: I've been running two of these bad boys for two years now (every weekend) and I love 'em... great quality for the money. Customer Rating: Summary: Used professionally to capture weddings & other events Comment: Amazing picture quality not a regret a bit, however focus is a bit slower at times. Customer Rating: Summary: Super Camera!!! Comment: My wedding cinematography studio purchased this camera just about a year ago. We love it! The quality is outstanding - the 16:9 is so beautiful. Easy to learn. Good weight and feel. The LCD is HUGH!!!! We are planning to purchase two more early next year! Customer Rating: Summary: Superb!! Comment: Sony HDR-FX1 3-CCD HDV High Definition Camcorder w/12x Optical Zoom Just one word of warning, the camera can get heavy, especially if you use the standard battery it makes the camera very front heavy, but oh well. This camera is totally customizable in which it is either all auto, manual or some of both. It has 5 presets that are customizable. The cool features about these presets are that you can get a 24p, 30p (cineframe and cinetone), and 60i modes. The 24p and 30p refers to the "film" setting. You can record in true 16:9 widescreen or standard 4:3 letterbox. The high def mode will only do 16:9. I wouldn't listen to anyone who says the widescreen is a stretched 4:3, because its not. You can also hook in headphones, and an XLR adapter. This comes with a 2-hr battery. There are just 3 things I have beef with about this camera. One is the fact that it doesn't have XLR inputs - you'd think that after spending 3K on a camera you'd get some. 2nd: It records in 1080i. Not exactly terrible. 1080i is not true HD, but nor is 720p. True HD is 1920x1080p. But, recording at this high of resolution means spending more money. 3rd: This thing can't record in 24p. I'm a video production major and I love this camera. It not really just a consumer camera, but a professional consumer camera. I highly recommend it, its well worth your money. Yeah it has come cons, but I think every camera will. This is by far one of the best on the market. More Reviews