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Sony HVR-V1

Sony's first progressive scan high definition camera.

Progressive scan (25p) capability and full HDV resolution

The HVR-V1E is a compact and lightweight professional HDV camcorder, sharing similar dimensions to the popular DSR-PD170P

The HVR-V1E is the first Sony professional to incorporate 3 ClearVid CMOS sensors. Coupled with Sony's Enhanced Imaging Processor (EIP) these sensors provide high sensitivity, low noise and a wide dynamic range to help achieve high-quality, smearless images.

In addition to offering 1080/50i acquisition, it also provides 25p shooting - making it ideal for film-makers with smaller budgets and those who wish to create a more cinematic look and feel to their production.

Other professional features include timecode preset function, two XLR microphone inputs, a timecode link to synchronise time codes between multiple cameras and HDV/DVCAM/DV recording and playback for flexible workflow options.

HDV/DVCAM/DV

The HVR-V1E supports recording and playback of HDV 1080i, DVCAM and DV.

3 ClearVid CMOS Sensors

The HVR-V1E is the first Sony professional camcorder to feature three ClearVid CMOS Sensors. Coupled with Sony's Enhanced Imaging Processor (EIP), these sensors provide high sensitivity, low noise and a wide dynamic range to achieve high-quality images. The ClearVid CMOS Sensor also eradicates picture smear and has 4 times high speed scanning capability enabling 'Smooth Slow Rec' function.

20 x Optical Zoom Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Lens

The Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Lens features Extra-low Dispersion (ED) Glass and a 20x optical zoom lens with F2.8 at the tele-photo end for greater light sensitivity and long-range image acquisition for maximum shooting flexibility.

2 x XLR Microphone Inputs

For enhanced audio options

Down-conversion

Like the other Sony professional HDV camcorders, users can choose to shoot in HDV and then down-convert to DVCAM via the camcorder.

3.5" Clear Photo LCD

For image monitoring

Timecode Options

Including preset and synchronisation.

HDMI Output

For direct interface with HD ready consumer displays.

Image Device:	1/4-inch type x3, ClearVid CMOS Sensors
Lens:	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
2 Built-in Filters:	ND1: ¼ and ND2: 1/16
Video Signal System:	PAL colour system
Scanning System:	1080/50p
Shutter speed:	¼ to 1/10000 sec
Connectors:	A/V, Component Output, XLR IN (x2), i.LINK, LANC, Headphone stereo mini. USB port, MemoryStick DUO port
Minimum Illumination:	4 lux @ 18db, F1.6, normal shutter
Exposure:	Auto, Manual
Viewfinder:	Hybrid Precision 16:9 Color & B/W Selectable Approx. 250,000 pixel
Audio:	DV/DVCAM Rec. 48KHz/16 bit, 32KHz 12 bit HDV Rec.: MPEG-1 Audio Layer II
Provided Microphone:	ECM-NV1 Microphone
Speaker:	16mm built-in dynamic
LCD panel:	Hard-Coat Anti-Reflection 16:9 3.5" type, 211K pixels (approx.)
Format:	HDV/DVCAM/DV (SP) recording, HDV/DVCAM/DV (SP) playback
Recording Time:	Max. 60 min with HDV, 40 minutes in DVCAM, & 60 min. in DV (SP)
Weight (Camera only):	1.5 Kg
Dimensions:	131mm W x184mm H x 323mm D
Power consumption:	6.8W with VF or LCD on

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What do we think?

One of the most popular reasons for hiring this will be its 25p progressive scan mode, ideal of enthusiasts looking for that 'movie' look.

But even if you are not interested in using this mode, you will find an excellent camera with a wealth of features offering amazing quality. It ideally bridges the gap between its little and big brothers - the A1 and Z1E.

Since being released this has now become our most popular HDV camcorder.