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Sony HVR-Z1J / HVR-Z1P review
New 3CCD 1080i HDV camcorder is here! The new HVR-Z1J / HVR-Z1P features three newly developed Super HAD 1/3" CCDs. These new 16:9 native CCDs, combined with a high quality 12X Optical Zoom Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T Lens and Sony's new 14 bit A/D and DXP Digital Extended Processor, result in precise image acquisition with superb detail and clarity. The advanced CCD design allows more light to reach the pixel imager, reducing video noise and improving the signal-to-noise ratio. The new HVR-Z1U records this exceptional imagery using the recently adopted HDV 1080i format onto a DVCAM™ mini cassette. Please note that the directional shotgun microphone is not included with this camcorder. The Supplied Accessories are: AC-VQ850 AC Adaptor/Charger; Remote Commander Unit RMT-841; A/V Cable; Component Video Cable; Shoulder Strap; Large Eyecup; Shoe Extender; Lens Hood with Integral Lens Cap; NPF-570 InfoLithium "L" battery.
Sony HVR-Z1J / HVR-Z1P 1080i HDV camcorder can capture HDV, DVCAM and DV images at 60i, 50i, 30, 25 or 24 frames per second, in either SD or HD. This switchable 60/50 capability allows videographers to use just one camcorder to meet an array of client needs for both local and overseas markets. In addition to allowing Backward compatibility to the standard definition DV world, the 1080i recorded image can also be down-converted to SD output mode directly from the camcorder in the digital or analog domain.
Specifications:
Image Device 1/3" type x3, 16:9 Super HAD CCDs
Lens High quality 12X optical zoom Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens. F4.5 to 54.0mm, F1.6 at 2.4mm; filter diameter 72mm
Picture elements Total pixels: approx. 1.12M pixels; effective pixels: approx. 1.04M pixels
2 Built-in filters ND1: 1/4 and ND2: 1/32
Video signal system Switchable NTSC/PAL color system
Scanning system 1080/60i, 1080/50i (switchable)
Sync System Internal (HD & SD)
Shutter speed 1/4 to 1/10000 sec (50i/60i)
Connectors S-Video, A/V, Component output, XLR IN (x2), i.LINK, LANC, headphone stereo mini
Minimum illumination 3 lux @ 18db, F1.6, normal shutter
Exposure Auto, Manual
Viewfinder Hybrid Precision 16:9 Color & B/W selectable 252,000 pixel
Audio DV/DVCAM Rec. 48KHz/16 bit, 32KHz 12 bit; HDV Rec.: MPEG-1 Audio Layer II
Built-in microphone
Wide range stereo microphone. Please note that the directional shotgun microphone is not included with this camcorder.
Speaker Built-in dynamic
LCD panel Hybrid 16:9 3.5" type, 250K pixels (approx.)
Format HDV/DVCAM/DV(SP) recording, HDV/DVCAM/DV (SP) playback
Recording time Max. 60 minutes with HDV, 40 minutes in DVCAM, and 60 minutes in DV (SP)
Weight 4 lbs, 4 oz
Dimensions 6" x 7 1/8" x 14 3/8"
Power consumption (VF/LCD/VF+LCD): 7.4W/8.0W/8.4W
HDV 1080, 50i/60i/30F/25F Recording and Playback capable
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