Sony HVR-Z7U HDV Professional Video Camcorder

The HVR-Z7U is a full 1080p HDV hand held camcorder featuring interchangeable lens systems native progressive recording increased sensitivity for low-light conditions hybrid solid-state recording and other features designed for video production professionals and pro-sumers. The HVR-Z7U comes with a universal standard 1/3-inch bayonet mount mechanism for easier lens changes. Also standard is a 12x high-quality multi-purpose Carl Zeiss lens for HD video with a Vario-Sonnar T* coating to reduce reflections. A specially designed 8x wide-angle lens is available as an option. Sonys 1/3-inch 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system enhanced by Exmor technology produces results in high-quality digital signals with extremely low noise. The HVR-Z7U offers 1080 24p and 30p native progressive recording using its 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system and EIP technology to create true 1080p images and recording them as progressive signals in the HDV format. Users have the option of hybrid recording to flash memory cards via a supplied memory-recording unit that attaches directly to the back of the HVR-Z7U. This unit captures the HDV1080i DVCAM or DV stream output from the camcorder and can record HDV/DVCAM/DV files to a standard CompactFlash solid-state memory card while users are simultaneously recording to tape.

• Sony's first professional handheld HDV camcorder with an interchangeable lens system


• Comes with a 1/3-inch-type 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system


• Features a Carl Zeiss 12x optical zoom lens


• HDV DVCAM and DV recording on a miniDV cassette tape; Switchable HD/SD recording and playback


• Includes a 3.2-inch XtraFine LCD viewfinder

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Canon XH A1 1.67MP 3CCD High-Definition Camcorder with 20x Optical Zoom

Canon XH-A1 captures true 1080 High Definition resolution video at 60i 30F or 24F frame rates (or 50i/60i with optional upgrade). It captures a true 16:9 widescreen HD image that is made for your HD broadcast and theatrical projects. It comes with a Genuine Canon 20x HD Professional L Series Fluorite lens delivering outstanding resolution contrast and color reproduction; delivers clarity and image quality you won't see with conventional optical glass lenses. Designed specifically for HD Canon's DIGIC DV II ensures optimal image quality for HD video with improved color reproduction - especially in skin tones and dark and light scenes. It also employs a hybrid noise reduction system that integrates two types of noise reduction for high definition images that are crystal clear. Designed for professional use the Canon XH-A1 comes with a 2.8" Widescreen LCD and .57" Widescreen EVF for bright high-resolution views. The LCD and EVF can be used at the simultaneously giving both cameraperson and director or producer a view of the action. It records on HDV digital tape cassettes. There's also a slot for SD memory cards. Canon's innovative Super-Range Optical Image Stabilizer combines gyro- and image-sensors to correct camcorder shake instantly - whether it's the fast vibration you'd experience while recording from a moving car; the medium-speed motion of hand-held recording; or the slower motion of body sway. With HD focus is more critical than ever. Instant AF is the next generation of auto focus designed with HD resolution in mind. It combines an external AF sensor with Canon's legendary auto focus system for fast and accurate focus. Together the two sensors reduce focusing time - even in low-light situations - and improve focusing performance on difficult subjects. There are 9 Custom Presets 2 Custom Keys and 7 Programmable AE Modes.

• Captures true 1080 resolution widescreen (16:9) HD video


• 2.8-inch widescreen LCD monitor; .57-inch viewfinder


• 20x HD zoom lens; Super-range optical image stabilization


• Three 1/3-inch 16:9 CCDs (1.67 megapixels)


• DIGIC DV II HD image processor

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Panasonic Pro AG-DVX100BP(S) 3-CCD MiniDV Proline Camcorder wi th 10x Optical Zoom

1/3" 3-CCD 24P/30P/60i DV Cinema Camera with CineSwitchTM Technology CineGammaTM Software and IEEE 1394 Interface

• Allows synchronous setting of time code values among multiple cameras


• 3 CCD image system; 24P/30P cinema mode; manual operation


• Wide-angle zoom lens perfect for small-room shooting close-ups and self-recorded interviews


• High-sensitivity slow shutter (in cumulative) function


• Professional digital video camera

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