HDV 1080i Camcorder

HDR-FX1

T Step-up Feature

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T 3-1/3" 16:9 AdvancedHAD™ CCD Imagers 1,120K Pixels GrossAdvanced HAD™ (Hole Accumulation Diode)CCD imagers with 1,120K effective (video) pixelsprovides excellent detail and clarity withexceptional digital video performance. Using a 3chip Advanced HAD™ CCD system and dichroicprism to separate color information, colors areextremely accurate, and color "bleeding" and"smearing" are greatly reduced.

O Advanced HAD™ CCDTechnologyEnhanced CCD design allows more light to reachthe imager which reduces video noise to improvesignal-to-noise ratio by up to 6db (2x better thana standard CCD). Particularly effective whenshooting in dark situations.

T HDV Recording FormatFrom the innovators in camcorder technology,Sony’s HDR-FX1 camcorder is the world’s firstHDV1080i consumer level camcorder and player.Now you can record all your memories in truehigh-definition video.

T Switchable HDV/DVFormat RecordingThe HDR-FX1 is capable of recording and playingback both High Definition and Standard Definitionvideo recorded on standard MiniDV cassettes.

T Real-time HD CodecEngineA Sony developed Real Time MPEGEncode/Decode system with reduced in energyconsumption and compact size to fit inside apersonal camcorder. Provides efficient MPEG2compression, and recording and playback ofclear HD images at the same bit rate of the DVformat, so that High Definition video can berecorded on the same cassettes as are used forMiniDV recording.

O 12X Optical CarlZeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T* LensFrom the authority in lens technology, the CarlZeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T* lens provides a highquality 12x optical zoom which maintains imageclarity and color while reducing glare and flare.

T 3.5" Wide PrecisionHybrid SwivelScreen™ LCD Display (250KPixels)Provides excellent viewing clarity with improvedresolution. The 250K pixel LCD display makesimages sharp and detailed during playback orwhen monitoring recording. The HybridReflective-Transmissive LCD Screen providesaccurate viewing in sunlight or bright light,virtually eliminating the "washout" commonwith traditional LCD Screens.

O Super SteadyShot®Optical Stabilization SystemAn advanced form of Sony’s SteadyShot ImageStabilization system that controls an evenhigher range of shake and vibrationfrequencies. This optical stabilization systemachieves an even higher level of smoothnesswithout degradation of video like some digitalstabilization systems.

O Analog/DigitalConversion with Pass-ThroughConvert and/or record any analog NTSC videosource to digital video via the analog inputs.Analog NTSC video can also be passed throughthe digital Handycam camcorder directly into aPC via the i.LINK® interface in real-time foreasy PC editing of your analog footage.

O Manual Zoom andManual Focus RingDual independent Zoom and Focus ringsprovide precise and detailed control over theamount of zoom and the overall focus of theimage with just a turn of the rings. Fast,intuitive framing when zooming, and finelydetailed focusing is easy with the natural "feel"

of the rings.

O Expanded FocusIndicatorThe camera‘s LCD image is magnified,temporarily, up to 4X its original size without anyloss of distortion. This allows the user more finitecontrol while focusing the camera for greaterdetail and clarity.

T Picture ProfileAllows the user to set manual adjustments for ascene (color, sharpness, white balance, etc) intoany one of six presets, so they can be called upat just the touch of a button. Useful whenshooting under the same conditions repeatedly,as options do not have to be re-set each time.Settings for various shooting conditions areoffered as defaults.

T CineFrame™ RecordingProvides the option of recording video at either30 fps or with a feeling of "film-like" 24 fps.

T Assignable ButtonsThree buttons on the exterior of the camcorderare user-assignable so that they can be set tothe options most commonly utilized, for ease ofrecording.

O i.LINK®2 DV Interface(IEEE1394)A high speed bi-directional digital video/audiocommunication between two compatible devicesequipped with an IEEE1394 interface, includingcamcorders, digital VCRs, and PCs.

T Shot TransitionAllows for a smooth automatic scene transition.Settings for focus, zoom, iris, gain, shutter, andwhite balance can be set to the A/B button and asmooth transition will take place according to theset time. This function enables the focus togradually shift from the front of the screen to adeeper part of the screen. Thus the iris enables asmooth change of depth of field.

World's FIRST Recording & Playback Consumer HDV 1080i Camcorder.

HDR-FX1

HDV 1080i Camcorder

specificationsNightShot® Infrared System: N/AAccessory Shoe: Yes (Cold)USB Streaming: N/AWhite Balance: Auto/One-Push (A)(B)/PresetImaging Device: 3-1/3" 16:9 1120K Pixel

Advanced HAD™ CCDsViewfinder: Color, Precision 16:9 (252K pixel)Interface: i.LINK®2 DV Interface (IEEE1394):

YesLCD: 3.5" 16:9 (250K) Precision Hybrid ColorUSB Port(s): N/ADigital Video Input(s): Yes (Composite (Mini)

and S-VideoDigital Video Output(s): Yes (Component, Mini,

and S-Video)Digital Audio Input(s): YesDigital Audio Output(s): Yes (Stereo, Mini)Headphone Output(s): Yes (Stereo, Mini)Input(s): Microphone: Yes (Stereo, Mini)Minimum Illumination: 3 luxAperture: 1.6-2.8Focal Distance: 4.5-54.0mm35mm Conversion: 32.5-390mm (in 16:9

mode)40-480mm (in 4:3 mode)

Zoom: 12XFocus: Full Range Auto/Manual (Ring)/One

TouchShutter Speed: 1/4-1/10,000 (in AE Mode)Aperture Range: Iris Control: Yes, Gain

IndependentPower Consumption: 7.4W/8.0W/8.4W

(VF/LCD/VF LCD)Limited Warranty: 1 Year Parts; 90 Days LaborVideo Actual: 1070K PixelsFilter Diameter: 72mmWeight: 4 lbs, 11 oz (2.1 Kg) without battery or

accessoriesDimensions (WHD): 5 15/16" x 7 1/8" x 14

3/8" (151 x 181 x 365mm)Supplied Accessories: Power Adaptor/ In

Camera Charger (AC-L15)InfoLithium® Rechargeable Battery (NP-F570)Wireless Remote Commander® Remote

Control (RMT-840)AA BatteryLens HoodLens CapA/V CableComponent Video CableCleaning CassetteShoe AdapterLarge Eye CupShoulder Strap

UPC Code: 0272426548150

service and warrantyLimited Warranty: 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor

optional accessoriesHigh Grade Wide Angle Lens (VCL-HG0872)Polarizing Filter Kit (VCL-72CPK)Carrying Case (LCS-VCB)Hard Carrying Case (LCH-FXA)Tripod (VCT-FXA)Video Light (HVL-20DW2)Remote Control Tripod (VCT-870RM)Rechargeable Battery Pack (NP-F770/970)

®Sony Electronics Inc. • 16450 West Bernardo Drive • San Diego, CA 92127 • 1-800-222-7669 • www.sony.com/dn Last Updated 2005-04-04

1.Battery life may vary depending upon usage patterns. Designed for use with compatible Sony InfoLithium® batteries.2. 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.

©2005 Sony Electronics Inc.Reproduct ion in whole or in part without wri t ten permission is prohibi ted. Al l r ights reserved. Sony, Advanced HAD, CineFrame, Handycam, i .L INK, InfoLi th ium, NightShot, Remote Commander, SteadyShot, SwivelScreen andworryfreedigi ta l are trademarks of Sony. Car l Zeiss and Var io-Sonnar are trademarks of Car l Zeiss. Al l other trademarks are property of their respect ive owners.Features and speci f icat ions subject to change without not ice. Non-metr ic weights and measures are approximate.Please vis i t the Dealer Network for more informat ion at www.sony.com/dn