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Professional 3CMOS 1080p HDV Camcorder

Model number: HVR-V1U
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Experience exceptional image quality and a wealth of professional features with this 1080p HDV camcorder.

ADDITIONAL IMAGES:

Delivering outstanding quality in a compact size, the HVR-V1U 1080p HDV camcorder is ideal for the professional videographer. It features three ClearVid® CMOS sensors combined with Sony's 14-bit enhanced image processor to capture sharp, rich images at 1080p/24, 1080p/30 and 1080/60i. Additionally, this camcorder uses a pulldown system which gives you 24p capability for creating film-like video. Other features include a high-quality Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar T* lens, Super SteadyShot® optical stabilization system, HDMI output, 20X optical zoom and switchable HDV/DVCAM/DV format recording.

Cinema Applications

24p Capture; Cinematone Gamma™ and Cinematone™ Color, with 3D-LUT (Lookup Table), to Match Film Stock; 1/48 Shutter; Focus Feet Display;

Creative Features

8-level Skin Tone Detail Feature; Knee Point and Black Compensation Settings, for Precise Gamma Level Customization; 12-Character Picture Profile Filing System on MemoryStick Duo™ Media; One-Button "Last Scene Review" Function Without Leaving Camera Mode; Contrast Enhancer in EIP Separates image signal into "Picture Pattern" and "Brightness" Information, to increase Detail in Dark Areas; Manual White Balance Adjustment; Still Image Capture to MemoryStick DUO; Smooth Slow Recording, in 3/6/12 Second Intervals, for Dramatic Effect and Motion Analysis; Interval Recording, for Time Lapse Effects; Picture Profile™ feature offers 6 memory locations for storing important camera settings such as: color phase, skintone detail, auto iris limit, AWB sensitivity, cinematone setting

Product Specifications

General

  • Audio : DV/DVCAM Rec. 48KHz/16 bit, 32KHz 12 bit; HDV Rec.: MPEG-1 Audio Layer II
  • Built-in Filters : ND1: ¼ and ND2: 1/16
  • Connectors : A/V; Component Output; XLR IN (x2); i.Link; LANC; Headphone stereo mini; USB port; MemoryStick DUO port
  • Dimensions : 131mm x 184mm x 323mm
  • Exposure : Auto, Manual
  • Format : HDV/DVCAM/DV (SP) recording; HDV/DVCAM/DV (SP) playback
  • Image Device : 1/4-inch type x3, ClearVid CMOS Sensors
  • LCD Panel : Hard-Coat Anti-Reflection 16:9 3.5" type, 211K pixels (approx.)
  • Minimum Illumination : 4 lux @ 18db, F1.6, normal shutter
  • Panel Display Resolution : High quality 20X Optical Zoom Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Lens Extra-low dispersion Glass 37.4mm to 748mm (35mm equivalent) Filter diameter 62mm
  • Picture Elements : Total pixels: approx. 1.12M pixels ; Effective pixels: approx. 1.04M pixels
  • Power Consumption : 6.8W with VF or LCD on
  • Provided Microphone : ECM-NV1 Microphone
  • Recording Time : Max. 60 min with HDV, 40 minutes in DVCAM, & 60 min. in DV (SP)
  • Scanning System : 1080/60p 4:2:2
  • Shutter Speed : 1/4 to 1/10000 sec
  • Speaker : 16mm built-in dynamic
  • Video Signal System : NTSC color system
  • Viewfinder : Hybrid Precision 16:9 Color & B/W Selectable Approx. 250,000 pixel
  • Weight : 1.5 Kg (3 lbs., 6 oz.)

In the Box

  • Component Video Cable
  • Operation Manual
  • Large Eyecup
  • Remote Commander® Unit RMT-851
  • USB Cable
  • ECM-NV1 Microphone
  • NPF-570 InfoLithium® "L" Battery
  • A/V Cable
  • Lens Hood With Integral Lens Cap
  • AC Adapter with Power Cord

Product Profile

Support

Product Warranty

  • InfoLithium L Series Battery

    InfoLithium L Series Battery

    $169.99

  • Memory Recording Unit

    Memory Recording Unit

    $934.99

  • Wireless Lavalier Mic Camera Pack

    Wireless Lavalier Mic Camera Pack

    $559.99

  • Electret Condenser Shotgun Microphone

    Electret Condenser Shotgun Microphone

    $569.99

  • Wireless Handheld Mic Camera Pack

    Wireless Handheld Mic Camera Pack

    $559.99

  • InfoLithium L Series Battery (2-Pack)

    InfoLithium L Series Battery (2-Pack)

    $299.99

  • 3 Year Extended Warranty for Camcorders

    3 Year Extended Warranty for Camcorders

    $169.99

HVR-V1U 5 5 2 3
Thiis is a powerhouse camera I have produced with this camera for several years. I like taking it on locations with me because its handheld abilities, excellent color production, I have been on extream locations and Sony has always come through with flying colors. Thanks Sony! April 26, 2011
A great camera for the money I have had this camera for a couple of weeks and have used it entirely outdoors. It is rugged, lightweight and performs all-around brilliantly. I think I could offset the low light graininess with some settings but I have not yet gotten into that. I love the camera and choose over all others in its price range and have no regrets as the picture quality and audio are great. I would definitely recommend this camera. December 11, 2009
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