Sony HVR-HD1000U MiniDV 1080i High Definition Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom

The Sony HVR-HD1000U is an HDV camcorder specifically designed for videographers looking for an affordable shoulder-mounted camera. Ideal for event work and wedding videography the camera is equipped with a ClearVid CMOS sensor capable of recording 1080i high definition footage on a standard MiniDV tape. Additionally the HVR-HD1000U comes fitted with a 10x Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar lens with Super SteadyShot image stabilization ensuring operators get the perfect shot every time. These features make the HVR-HD1000U a welcome addition to the already proven line of Sony professional HDV products.

• Enhanced mobility and professional aesthetic with this shoulder-mount design and black matte body


• HDV1080i recordings can be captured on DigitalMaster professional tape as well as consumer MiniDV


• Built-in down-converter creates DV material perfect for standard DVD productions


• Easy viewing with this large freely rotating 2.7-inch LCD screen


• Features a Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonner T* lens with 10x optical zoom

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Sony Professional HVR-A1U CMOS High Definition Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom

The Sony HVR-A1U camcorder captures 1080i HDV images using a newly developed 1/3-inch type 2.97-megapixel (total) CMOS sensor with new Enhanced Imaging Processor(tm) technology that optimizes the performance of the CMOS sensor. The result is HD quality imaging that has been used to produce television and professional film content. Available at an extremely affordable price the HVR-A1U will be another powerful option for HD field acquisition by all video professionals.

• High-definition video camera records in 1080i 720p and 720i specification with analog down-converting


• 16:9 widescreen recording; 4:3 conversion capable


• Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 10x optical zoom lens; digital Super SteadyShot System dampens hand jitter and vibration


• CMOS camera system; records to conventional DV tape stock


• Powered by NP-FM50 InfoLithium rechargeable battery pack

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