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Sony HDR-FX7 HDV Hi-Def Camcorder

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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

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.

3.5" Wide (16:9) Hybrid Clear Photo LCD plus Display (211K Pixels)

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.

Dual Record

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.

Digital Still Memory Mode with Memory Stick Duo Media

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.

20X Optical Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T Lens

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 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.

Sony HDR-FX7 Specifications

  • HardwareManual / 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
  • AudioRecording Format : MPEG1 Audio Layer 2 - Stereo (HDV); PCM (DV)
  • Audio Format : Stereo MPEG1 Audio Layer2
  • Microphone : Yes (Built-in)
  • Convenience FeaturesFader 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 OutputsAnalog Audio/Video Output(s) : Yes (Multi A/V)
  • Digital Audio/Video Output(s) : Yes (i.LINK and USB)
  • Digital Audio/Video Input(s) : Yes (i.LINK 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 : Yes
  • LANC Terminal : Yes (Stereo Mini)
  • S-Video Output(s) : Yes (via optional accessory)
  • Active Interface Shoe : Yes (Cold)
  • VideoFormat : Real Time HD Codec Engine, HDV/DV Recording
  • Video Recording System : MPEG2 (HDV); AVI (DV)
  • Video Signal : NTSC color, EIA standards
  • GeneralImaging 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 InformationLimited Warranty Term : 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor
  • Optics/LensLens 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)
  • SoftwareSupplied Software : N/A
  • Operating System Compatibility : N/A
  • Weights and MeasurementsWeight (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
  • PowerBattery Type : Info LITHIUM 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)
  • ConvenienceImage 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
  • DisplayLCD Screen : 3.5" (211K Pixels)3 Wide (16:9) Touch Panel - Clear Photo LCD Plus
  • Viewfinder : Wide (16:9), Color (252K Pixels)
  • ideo SpecsVideo Signal : NTSC color, EIA standards

  • Remote Commander Remote Control (RMT-831)
  • Lens Hood
  • Power Adaptor/ In Camera Charger (AC-L15)
  • Component Video Cable
  • USB Cable
  • Info LITHIUM Rechargeable Battery (NP-F570)
  • Stereo A/V Cable
  • Large Size Eye Cup

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