Sony HVR-A1U Professional HDV Camcorder

The HVR-A1U 1080i HDV camcorder provides real 1080i HD acquisition, with superb image quality and comprehensive functionality for professional use, in a "handy" camcorder form factor. This new HDV camcorder will help to expand the adoption of HDV and lead the entry-level HD market by providing a compact and low cost solution. The new HVR-A1U features a newly developed 1/3-inch C-MOS imager. This new 1920x1080 native imager is also capable of 3 mega-pixel still images. Combined with a high quality 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 new HVR-A1U records this exceptional imagery using the recently adopted HDV 1080i format onto a DVCAM mini cassette. 

Product Description Sony HVR-A1U - camcorder - Mini DV (HDV)
Product Type Camcorder - 1080i - widescreen
Dimensions (WxDxH) 2.8 in x 4.1 in x 7.5 in
Weight 1.5 lbs
Media Type Mini DV (HDV)
Flash Memory 16 MB
Sensor Resolution 3.0 Mpix
Effective Sensor Resolution Video: 1.2 Mpix - Still: 2.8 Mpix
Supported Resolution 1080i, 480i
Shooting Modes Digital photo mode
Lens System 10 x zoom lens - 5.1 mm - 51 mm - f/1.8-2.1
Focus Adjustment Automatic, manual
Image Stabilizer Electronic (Super Steady Shot)
Microphone Microphone - built-in - stereo
Viewfinder Electronic - 0.54" - 16:9
Display LCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.7" - color
Supported Battery 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery
General
Product Type Camcorder - 1080i
Width 2.8 in
Depth 4.1 in
Height 7.5 in
Weight 1.5 lbs
Main Features
Camcorder Sensor Resolution 3.0 Mpix
Camcorder Effective Video Resolution 1.2 Mpix
Camcorder Effective Still Resolution 2.8 Mpix
Widescreen Video Capture Yes
Media Type Mini DV (HDV)
Color Support Color
Optical Sensor Type CMOS
Optical Sensor Size 1/3"
Min Illumination 7 lux
Recording Speed SP
Shooting Modes Digital photo mode
Image Stabilizer Electronic (Super Steady Shot)
Max Shutter Speed 1/10000 sec

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