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HD Handycam® Camcorder
Model number:
HDR-FX7
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
Turn your memories into masterpieces with the HDR-FX7 Handycam® camcorder. Record videos and stills in stunning true high definition.
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- Position 6 Accessories
Shoot like a pro with the HDR-FX7 high definition Handycam® camcorder. Capture amazing video and still images in high definition with the HDV 1080i 3 CMOS sensor consumer-level camcorder and player. The three (3) - 1/4" ClearVID™ CMOS Sensors provide stunning detail and precision, while a 20x Optical Zoom Carl Zeiss® Lens maintains image clarity. Since the HDR-FX7 records video in high definition, you can record still images at the same time that you're shooting video. So no matter what the occasion, the HDR-FX7 is the perfect camcorder for the situation.
Three - 1/4" ClearVID™ CMOS Sensors with 1,120K (effective) pixels provides stunning detail and clarity with exceptional video (up to 1080 lines of resolution - HD) and still image performance. The Megapixel technology enhances your digital videos and digital still (1037K - 16:9 mode) photography performance.
Real-time HD Codec Engine
A Sony developed Real Time MPEG Encode/Decode system with reduced energy consumption and compact size to fit inside a personal camcorder. Provides efficient MPEG2 compression, and recording and playback of clear HD images at the same bit rate of the DV format, so that High Definition video can be recorded on the same cassettes as are used for MiniDV recording.
Provides excellent viewing clarity with improved resolution. The 211K pixel LCD display makes images sharp and detailed during playback or when monitoring recording. The Hybrid LCD Screen provides accurate viewing in sunlight or bright light, virtually eliminating the "washout" common with traditional LCD Screens.
Selectable Exposure/Iris Control
Allows you to adjust the amount of light entering the lens. By adjusting Exposure; brightness of the image is adjusted in accordance with the Iris and gain (shutter speed is locked). The Iris control allows the volume of light to be adjusted (Shutter Speed and Gain are adjustable).
Assignable Buttons
Six buttons on the exterior of the camcorder are user-assignable so that they can be set to the options most commonly utilized, for ease of recording.
While recording video in High Definition you have the ability to capture a 1.2 Megapixel still image directly to Memory Stick Duo™ Media.
Battery Information
At the touch of a button, battery information is displayed on the LCD screen when charging and when the camcorder is turned off. The display will show how much the battery is charged, in 10% increments and the approximate recordable time left when using the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.
Switchable HDV/DV Format Recording
The HDR-FX7 is capable of recording and playing back both High Definition and Standard Definition video recorded on standard MiniDV cassettes.
Digital Extender
The Digital Extender mode is available throughout the entire zoom range and will digitally enhance the zoom up to 1.5 times the current position.
Manual Zoom and Manual Focus Ring
Dual independent Zoom and Focus rings provide precise and detailed control over the amount of zoom and the overall focus of the image with just a turn of the rings. Fast, intuitive framing when zooming, and finely detailed focusing is easy with the natural "feel" of the rings.
Picture Profile
Allows the user to set manual adjustments for a scene (color, sharpness, white balance, etc) into any one of six presets, so they can be called up at just the touch of a button. Useful when shooting under the same conditions repeatedly, as options do not have to be re-set each time. Settings for various shooting conditions are offered as defaults.
Shot Transition
Allows for a smooth automatic scene transition. Settings for focus, zoom, iris, gain, shutter, and white balance can be set to the Assignable Buttons 1, 2 and 3 which will create a smooth transition and will take place according to the set time and transition. This function enables the focus to gradually shift from the front of the screen to a deeper part of the screen. Thus the iris enables a smooth change of depth of field.
Capture still images up to 1440x810 (16:9 Mode) resolution, directly onto Memory Stick Duo™ Media for easy transfer to PCs for emailing, printing or sharing with other compatible Memory Stick™ devices.
HDV Recording Format
From the innovators in camcorder technology, Sony’s HDR-FX7 camcorder is the world’s first HDV1080i consumer level camcorder and player to include 3 CMOS Sensors (as of September 7, 2006). Now you can record all your memories in Full HD 1080.
From the authority in lens technology, the Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T lens provides a high quality 20x optical zoom which maintains image clarity and color while reducing glare and flare.
Super SteadyShot® Optical Stabilization System
An advanced form of Sony’s SteadyShot Image Stabilization system that controls an even higher range of shake and vibration frequencies. This optical stabilization system achieves an even higher level of smoothness without degradation of video like some digital stabilization systems.
Expanded Focus Indicator
The camera‘s LCD image is magnified, temporarily, up to 4X its original size without any loss of distortion. This allows the user more finite control while focusing the camera for greater detail and clarity.
i.LINK®2 HDV/DV Interface (IEEE1394)
A high speed bi-directional digital video/audio communication between two compatible devices equipped with an IEEE1394 interface, including camcorders, digital VCRs, and PCs.
Smooth Slow Record
By increasing the record rate from 60 fields per second (fps) to 240 fps for 6 seconds allowing you to capture fast motion and which will play the video back in 24 seconds. This is great for analyzing a golf swing or a viewing a bird in flight.
Multi-Language Menu
Change the menu display from English to English (Simplified), Canadian French, Latin American Spanish or Brazilian Portuguese.
Product Specifications
Hardware
- Manual / Auto Lens Cover : Manual
- Memory Stick slot : Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media slot
- S/S & Zoom button on LCD : Yes (Zoom Seesaw/ Ring/ Handle seesaw)
- Docking Station : N/A
Audio
- Recording Format : MPEG1 Audio Layer 2 - Stereo (HDV); PCM (DV)
- Audio Format : Stereo MPEG1 Audio Layer2
- Microphone : Yes (Built-in)
Convenience Features
- Fader Effect(s) : TBD
- Picture Effect(s) : N/A
- Movie Mode(s) : MPEG 2
- PictBridge Compatible : Yes
- Easy Operation : N/A
- Multiple Language Display : Yes
- Slide Show Mode : TBD
- Remote Control : Yes
Inputs and Outputs
- Analog Audio/Video Output(s) : Yes (Multi A/V)
- Digital Audio/Video Output(s) : Yes (i.LINK®2 and USB)
- Digital Audio/Video Input(s) : Yes (i.LINK®2 and USB)
- USB Port(s) : Yes, ver. 1.1
- Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s) : Yes
- HDMI™ Connection Output(s) : Yes
- Headphone Jack : Yes (Stereo Mini)
- Microphone Input : Yes (Stereo Mini)
- i.LINK® Interface : Yes2
- LANC Terminal : Yes (Stereo Mini)
- S-Video Output(s) : Yes (via optional accessory)
- Active Interface Shoe : Yes (Cold)
Video
- Format : Real Time HD Codec Engine, HDV/DV Recording
- Video Recording System : MPEG2 (HDV); AVI (DV)
- Video Signal : NTSC color, EIA standards
General
- Imaging Device : 3x 1/4" ClearVID™ CMOS Sensors
- Pixel Gross : 1120K
- Video Actual : 1037K Pixels (16:9), 778K Pixels (4:3)
- Video Resolution : Full HD 1440x1080
- Still Actual : 1037K Pixles (16:9), 778K Pixels (4:3)
- Still Picture Resolution : 1 megapixel
- Recording Media : MiniDV Cassette, Memory Stick Duo™ Media, Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media (sold separately)
- Recording and Playback Times : SP: up to 60 min. (HDV /DV); LP up to 90 min. (DV)
Service and Warranty Information
- Limited Warranty Term : 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor
Optics/Lens
- Lens Type : Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T
- 35mm Equivalent : 37.4-748mm (16:9 Camera Mode), 45.7-914mm (4:3 Camera Mode)
- Aperture : 1.6 - 2.8
- Digital Zoom : N/A
- Filter Diameter : 62mm
- Focal Distance : 3.9 - 78mm
- Focus : Full Range Auto/Manual (Ring)/One Touch
- Progressive Shutter Mode : N/A
- Shutter Speed : Auto: 1/60-1/2000; Manual: 1/4-1/10000; Smooth Slow Record: 1/250 - 1/2000
- Minimum Illumination : 4 Lux
- Optical Zoom : 20X
- Exposure : 24 Steps (Menu)
Software
- Supplied Software : N/A
- Operating System Compatibility : N/A
Weights and Measurements
- Weight (Approx.) : 3 lbs 10 oz (1.6kg) with supplied battery and lens hood
- Dimensions (Approx.) : 5 3/4" x 6 1/4" x 12 3/4" (145 x 156 x 322mm) with lens hood attached
Power
- Battery Type : InfoLITHIUM® with AccuPower™ Meter System (NP-F570)
- Power Requirements : 7.2V (Battery Pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)
- Power Consumption (in Operation) : HDV: 5.9W/5.9W (VF/LCD); DV: 5.7W/5.7W (VF/LCD)
Convenience
- Image Stabilization : Yes (Optical)
- Memory Stick PRO™ Media Compatibility : Tested to support up to 2GB media capacity; does not support high speed transfer function; does not support Access Control security function
- Dual Record : Yes
- Still Image Mode(s) : JPEG
- Scene Mode(s) : TBD
- USB Streaming : N/A
- White Balance : Auto, Indoor, One-push, Outdoor
Display
- LCD Screen : 3.5" (211K Pixels)3 Wide (16:9) Touch Panel - Clear Photo LCD Plus™
- Viewfinder : Wide (16:9), Color (252K Pixels)
In the Box
- Remote Commander® Remote Control (RMT-831)
- Lens Hood
- Power Adaptor/ In Camera Charger (AC-L15)
- Component Video Cable
- USB Cable
- InfoLITHIUM® Rechargeable Battery (NP-F570)
- Stereo A/V Cable
- Large Size Eye Cup
Camcorder Cable
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4.9" i.LINK™ Cable (4-pin to 4-pin)
$39.99
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1.4 Meter Mini Plug to USB Cable
$19.99
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Handycam® Component Video Cable
$49.99
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4.9" i.LINK™ Cable (4-pin to 6-pin)
$39.99
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High Grade Multi-connect A/V Cable
$39.99
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Handycam® Audio Video Cable
$19.99
Camcorder Case
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Soft Carrying Case
$249.99
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Professional Handycam® Carrying Case
$399.99
Camcorder Flash/Light
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10 Watt & 20 Watt Dual Video Light
$119.99
Camcorder Power
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DC Car Battery Adapter
$69.99
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AC/DC Adapter and Battery Charger
$169.99
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Portable Handycam® AC Adaptor
$49.99
Camcorder Battery
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InfoLithium® L Series Battery
$149.99
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InfoLithium® L Series Battery
$99.99
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InfoLITHIUM® L Series Battery
$59.99
Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media
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16GB Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media
$89.99
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4GB Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media
$34.99
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2GB Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media
$19.99
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8GB Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media
$49.99
Camcorder Wide Angle Lens
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High-Grade Wide Conversion Lens
$449.99
Accessories Outlet
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REFURBISHED - NP-F570 InfoLithium® L Series Battery
$29.95
Camcorder Microphone
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Gun Microphone
$229.99
Tripod/Remote Control
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Lightweight Tripod
$49.99
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Remote Control Tripod
$499.99
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Remote Commander
$49.99
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Handycam® Accessory Shoe Adaptor
$14.99
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Tripod
$79.99
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Tripod with Remote
$99.99
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Remote Commander for Camcorder
$49.99
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Tripod
$129.99
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Tripod
$179.99
GPS Device for Cameras & Camcorders
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GPS Image Tracker
$149.99
MiniDV Media
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85-min High Definition DVC Tape
$24.99
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63-min HD DVC
$14.49
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60-min DVC Excellence
$24.99
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60-min DVC Premium - 2-Pack
$12.38
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MiniDV Cleaning Cassette
$14.99
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60-min DVC Premium without chip - 8-pack
$42.32
Product Reviews
Write a review( Rated 4.8 out of 5 Stars AVERAGE RATING | 4 REVIEWS Ratings Snapshot)
4 of 4 (100%) customers would recommend this product to a friend
Rated 4.000000 out of 5 Stars Ratings Snapshot
Date: Nov 5, 2009
I've had this product for 3-6 months
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I love this camera
Pros: The video quality is so good. I also like all of the features that it comes with.
Cons: see below
The only con is, that when I hook it up to my laptop to edit the footage, my computer is not picking up that the camera is plugged in. I called Sony and talked to them about but they said I would have to send it in. very strange thing that happened to it. (i plugged a GL2 into my laptop and it picked it up no probelm....) but besides that I love it. I would buy a shotgun mic to put on top of the camera for better audio.
Rated 5.000000 out of 5 Stars Ratings Snapshot
Reviewer: spicer411 (Wartburg, Tennessee)
Date: Oct 31, 2009
I've had this product for 1-3 months
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Great Camera for Filming Sports
Pros: Excellent zoom control, great color, sensitive mic, many outputs, easy to use.
Cons: Manual could provide a bit more information about features and how to use some of them.
I looked at comparable Canons and Panasonics but found the Sony HDR-FX7 to be the best match for what I needed. I film College and High School basketball games and this camera is absolutely perfect for the high speed action. The 20x optical zoom is perfect for getting in tight with the action while the adjustable shutter speed prevents the camera from getting "in sync" with sodium or fluorescent lights. The HD is out of this world with extremely clean and clear detail even in fast action while zoomed in close. I'm glad I found this camera. It has met my needs far beyond any expectation I could imagine. After 8 years of filming, I finally have a camera that performs they way I needed. I can output my video directly to my video editing software on my laptop while recording. I really swallowed hard at the price but have since decided that this jewel is well worth the money.
Rated 5.000000 out of 5 Stars Ratings Snapshot
Reviewer: PlaidLeapord (Atlanta, GA)
Date: May 13, 2009
I've had this product for 1-3 months
78of 79 people found this helpful
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Don't second guess this camera
Pros: Great price for HD and great quality.
Cons: None yet.
Buying this camera was a hard choice for me. I was really looking at a Canon XL, but the HD version is crazy priced. This camera is HD, but I had not heard a lot about Sony's HD camera and this one for the price seemed to good to be true. Well, I've used it for several weeks not and let me tell you, I am glad I didn't spend the money. This camera is great. Outstanding video and quality. The ILink works great with my MAC and import video into iMovie and Final Cut easily. All I can say is, if your looking for an HD camera with out blowing the nest egg, you won't regret buying this one.
Rated 5.000000 out of 5 Stars Ratings Snapshot
Reviewer: hccfamily (north hills, CA)
Date: Dec 30, 2008
I've had this product for 1-3 months
65of 87 people found this helpful
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awesome
this hdrfx-7 is my first high definition camcorder and trust me it s perfect as i start learning to do some filming and video editing
- Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage patterns and environmental conditions. Designed for use with compatible Sony InfoLITHIUM® batteries.
- i.LINK is a trademark of Sony, used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connector. All products with an IEEE1394 connector may not communicate with each other.
- Viewable area measured diagonally.
- Available storage capacity of Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO media may vary. A portion of the memory is used for data management functions. Actual available memory in MBs is: 8=7.5, 16=15, 32=30, 64=61, 128=123, 256=220, 512=460, 1GB=940, 2GB=1.85GB.
- Image size and file size may vary based upon the type and complexity of the image recorded.
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