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Professional CMOS 1080i HDV Camcorder

Model number: HVR-A1U
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Point, shoot and record stunning images in 1080i with this HDV professional camcorder.

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$2699.00

As low as $80.97/month**

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Experience a power-packed camcorder with professional features with the HVR-A1U 1080i HDV camcorder. It provides real 1080i HD acquisition with superb image quality and comprehensive functionality in a handy camcorder form factor. This professional camcorder features a high-quality optical zoom Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar T* Lens and a 14-bit A/D and DXP digital extended processor ensuring you'll capture precise image acquisition with outstanding detail and clarity. Additionally, a 1/3-inch CMOS 1920x1080 native imager is capable of 3.0 megapixel still images.

HDV 1080, 60i/30F/24F Recording and Playback capable

Stabilization system

2.7" 16:9 Hybrid LCD Display with touch panel function

Balanced Audio XLR input connectors (x2) w/selectable phantom power

Markers

Shot Transition

14 Bit DXP (Digital Extended Processor) combines 14 bit A/D converter with an advanced camera processing system

Precision 16:9 SD DV recording

Advanced Zebra Indicator

Still image capture to Memory Stick Duo

LCD panel mounted ZOOM/REC controls

High quality 10X Optical Zoom Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* Lens

Histogram

Built-in Wide Range Stereo Microphone

Expanded focus

Quick Rec Mode

MPEG2 Real Time Encode System for real time processing of HD data

Built-in HD to SD down conversion

EVF & LCD peaking indicator

Tele Macro function

Analog/Digital conversion with Pass-Through

Over 5 1/2 hours of operation on a single NP-QM91D battery using the LCD and EVF simultaneously

1/3" 3 Mega-pixel newly developed C-MOS Imager

Manual Focus Ring

Simultaneous use of EVF and LCD display

User Assignable button

Color Bars

i.LINK® DV Interface (IEEE1394)

Switchable HDV/DVCAM/DV (SP) Format recording

Expanded Focus Function for easy confirmation of focus setting during manual foucsing

CineFrame™ and Cinematone™ functions for cinema like recordings (30F/24F)

Night Shot

Battery Info function allows the battery's charge level and remaining run time to be checked with the camera's power turned off

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Product Specifications

General

  • Audio : DV/DVCAM Rec.: 48KHz/16 bit, 32 KHz 12 bit.; HDV Rec.: MPEG-1 Audio Layer II
  • Connectors : S-Video; A/V; Component Output; XLR IN (x2); i.Link; LANC; Headphone stereo mini
  • Exposure : Auto, Manual
  • Format : HDV/DVCAM/DV (SP) recording; HDV/DVCAM/DV (SP) playback
  • Image Device : 1/3-inch type C-MOS
  • LCD Panel : Hybrid 16:9 2.7" type
  • Lens : High quality 10X Optical Zoom Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Lens; 41-410mm focal length; filter diameter 37mm
  • Minimum Illumination : 7 lux @ 18db, normal shutter
  • Picture Elements : Total pixels: approx. 2.97M pixels
  • Power Consumption : (VF/LCD/VF+LCD):5.8W/5.9W/6.4W
  • Provided Microphone : Wide Range Stereo Microphone
  • Recording Time : Max. 60 minutes with HDV, 40 minutes in DVCAM, & 60 minutes in DV (SP)
  • SD Video Signal System : NTSC
  • Scanning System : 1080.60i
  • Speaker : Built-in dynamic
  • Sync System : Internal (HD & SD)
  • Viewfinder : Hybrid Precision 16:9 Color & B/W Selectable 252,000 pixel
  • Weight : 1 lb, 10 oz.

In the Box

  • AC Adapter
  • NP-FM50 Info-Lithium® "M" Battery
  • Memory Stick Duo 16MB and adapter
  • Remote Commander® Unit
  • Component Video Cable
  • Lens Hood with Integral Lens Cap
  • A/V Cable
  • ECM-HV1 Directional microphone
  • USB cable
  • Shoulder Strap
  • XLR Audio adapter

Camcorder Power

  • InfoLithium® M AC/DC Adapter and Charger

    InfoLithium® M AC/DC Adapter and Charger

    $149.99

Remote Controls

  • Remote Commander

    Remote Commander

    $257.50

Camcorder Battery

  • InfoLithium® M Series Battery Pack

    InfoLithium® M Series Battery Pack

    $149.99

  • InfoLithium® M Series Battery Pack

    InfoLithium® M Series Battery Pack

    $99.99

Tripod-Support

  • Remote Control Tripod

    Remote Control Tripod

    $1318.40

  • Bracket

    Bracket

    $185.40

  • Camcorder Shooting Support System

    Camcorder Shooting Support System

    $844.60

Hard Drive and Tape Recorders

  • Memory Recording Unit

    Memory Recording Unit

    $940.00

Camcorder Telephoto Lens

  • 37mm 1.7x Telephoto Lens

    37mm 1.7x Telephoto Lens

    $199.99

Power

  • InfoLithium® M Series Battery (2-Pack)

    InfoLithium® M Series Battery (2-Pack)

    $309.00

Microphones

  • Wireless Handheld Mic Camera Pack

    Wireless Handheld Mic Camera Pack

    $575.00

  • Wireless Lavalier Mic Camera Pack

    Wireless Lavalier Mic Camera Pack

    $575.00

Remote Controls

  • Remote Commander

    Remote Commander

    $257.50

Tripod-Support

  • Bracket

    Bracket

    $185.40

  • Camcorder Shooting Support System

    Camcorder Shooting Support System

    $844.60

Hard Drive and Tape Recorders

  • Portable HDD Recording Unit

    Portable HDD Recording Unit

    $1699.00

Power

  • InfoLithium® M Series Battery (2-Pack)

    InfoLithium® M Series Battery (2-Pack)

    $309.00

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Reviewer: ObakeHunta (Hawaii)

Date: Oct 11, 2009

I've had this product for 1-3 months

3of 5 people found this helpful

Great Camcorder

Pros: Amazing Quality - Great features packed in a small camcorder

Cons: Bottom loading

I will have to say, within my arsenal of cameras, this little guy packs a punch! Amazing quality! Small and easy to handle. Great compensation with Steady Shot! This is a must have for peopleo on the go. For the price you pay, you are getting an amazing deal! I would recommend this camcorder to anyone.

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