The new HVR-Z7U 1080i HDV Camcorder uses Sony’s
1/3-inch 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system enhanced by Exmor technology.

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The new HVR-Z7U HDV Camcorder uses Sony’s 1/3-inch 3 ClearVid
CMOS Sensor system enhanced by Exmor technology.

With a 45-degree rotated pixel layout, the 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor
system offers sufficient pixel surface area while maintaining high resolution.
Images will appear crisper, without the apparent "jaggies" that often plague
video signals. The Exmor technology features a unique column-parallel
analog-to-digital conversion technique and dual noise canceling, resulting
in high-quality digital signals with extremely low noise, similar to the
imaging technology used in the PMW-EX1 camera. The two new
technologies combine to allow the new camcorders to perform
significantly better in low-light environments with sensitivity of 1.5 lux.

Sony HVR-Z7U is an HDV handheld camcorder featuring a lens mount
for interchangeable lenses.

Users get the best of both worlds with this innovative camcorder. The
HVR-Z7U's unique design is the first of its kind; a handheld camera
with the interchangeable lens capability.

This imaging technology is complemented by Sony’s Enhanced Imaging
Processor (EIP) system to achieve high resolution, high sensitivity, wide
dynamic range, and excellent color reproduction.

Users can attach different lenses for extra flexibility, and both models have
a universal standard 1/3-inch bayonet mount mechanism for easier lens
changes.

The HVR-Z7U comes standard with a 12x high-quality, multi-purpose
Carl Zeiss lens for HD video, with a Vario-Sonnar T coating to reduce
reflections. A specially designed 8x wide-angle lens is also available as an
option.

These new lenses give the HVR-Z7U the same functionality as Sony’s
popular fixed-lens camcorders like the HVR-Z1U and HVR-V1U,
thanks to built-in features such as auto-focus, optical stabilizer, and
automatic back-focus adjustment.

Using a special adaptor, users can also attach the lens series
designed for Sony’s consumer digital SLR still cameras.

The HVR-Z7U offers 108024p and 30p native progressive recording.
The 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system and EIP technology create true
1080p images, which can then be recorded as progressive signals by the
HVR-Z7U camcorder in the HDV format. In 24p mode, images from the
CMOS can be 2:3 pulldown-converted and recorded onto tape in the
standard 60i HDV format. The progressive HDV streams can be output
from an i.LINK interface by uploading 2:3 pulldown-converted images
and used for True 24p progressive editing with compatible NLE software.
The tape can then be played back or edited using an ordinary HDV system.
The resultant images resemble the visual motion of film!

The HVR-Z7U can switch between 1080p, 1080i in the HDV format,
DVCAM, and DV recording, and can down-convert material from HD
to SD, and output the video signals through its i.LINK interface and other
SD output connectors.

The HVR-Z7U has an HDMI output allowing users to connect the camera
to any HDTV and view footage purely digital!

The HVR-Z7U uses Sony’s XtraFine LCD and XtraFine electronic
viewfinder for high-resolution and high-contrast images with remarkable
color reproduction. In the field, now you can rest assured that what
you see is what you get with this HD LCD screen.

The new camcorder offer the option of hybrid recording when using a
supplied memory-recording unit, which attaches directly to the back
of the HVR-Z7U and eliminates the need for cables. The unit
automatically synchronizes with the recording action of the camcorder
and a special shoe connector inputs and outputs an HDV/DV stream and
supplies power to the unit.

This unit captures the HDV1080i, DVCAM, or DV stream output from
the camcorder and can record HDV/DVCAM/DV files to a standard
CompactFlash solid-state memory card, while users are simultaneously
recording to tape. It will be compatible with Sony’s Professional 306x CompactFlash
card as well as standard CompactFlash cards (2GB minimum capacity
to 16GB maximum capacity are what Sony supports, and at a 133x minimum
speed which means at least 25Mbps.Please check with Sony at their Product
Operation Support Group at (800) 883-6817). The recording times on an 8
and 16 GB CompactFlash card regardless of format (HDV, DVCAM and DV)
are approximately 36 and 72 minutes, respectively.

The HVR-Z7U can deliver more than 60 minutes of recording time on
miniDV videotapes, and approximate recording times of 63 minutes
with Sony’s DigitalMaster cassettes (PHDVM-63DM).


Specifications:

Camera Section:
Signal System: HDV: 1080/60i, DVCAM/DV: 480/60i (NTSC)
Image Device: 1/3" 3CMOS Exmor Sensor system
Picture Elements: 1,037,000 pixels (effective), 1,120,000 (total)
Supllied Lens: Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Zoom Lens, 12x (Optical)
f = 4.4-52.8mm
f = 32-384mm at 16:9 mode
f = 39.5-47.4mm (4:3 mode)
filter diameter: 72mm
Focus: Auto,manual (focus ring/one push auto/infinity/AF assist/ focus macro)
White balance: Auto, one-push auto (A/B positions), indoor (3200 K),
   outdoor (selectable level -7 to +7, approx. 500K/step), manual WB Temp
   (selectable 2300K to 15000K, 100K/step)
Minimum Illumination: 1.5 lux (Auto Gain, Auto Iris, 1/30 shutter)
Built-in Filters: Clear, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64
LCD Monitor: 3.2", 16:9 Aspect Ratio, 1 MegaPixel Xtrafine LCD
Viewfinder: 0.45", 16:9 Aspect Ratio, 852 x 480 Resolution
Memory Card Slot: MemoryStick Duo Media
Shutter Speed Range
Auto: 1/60-1/2000
Manual: 60i/30p: 1/4-1/10000, 24p: 1/3 - 1/10000
Gain Selection: -6,-3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 21 dB

VTR:
Tape Format: DVCAM Small Cassette
HDV Record and Play
DVCAM Record and Play
DV Record and Play
Maximum Recording Time: HDV: 63 min
   (with PHDVM-63DM Cassette)
DVCAM: 41 min (with PHDVM-63DM Cassette)
DV: 63 min (with PHDVM-63DM Cassette)

Audio:
Audio Signal Format: HDV
MPEG1 Audio Layer II
DVCAM/DV
16-bit/48kHz 2 Channel Mode
12-bit/32kHz 4 Channel Mode

Connectors:
Input and Output:
Composite: 10-Pin Video/Audio (x1 Output)
Component: Special Connector (x1 Output)
FireWire/i.LINK: 6-Pin (x1 Input, x1 Output)
XLR Audio: XLR 3-Pin Female, 2-Channel
Headphone: Stereo Mini-Jack
Digital Video Output: HDMI connector

General:
Power Requirements Battery Pack: 7.2 VDC
AC Adapter: 8.4 VDC
Power Consumption: HDV: 7.2W
DVCAM/DV: 6.9W
Operating Temperature: 32-104°F (0-40°C)
Dimensions (WxHxD)Not Available Yet Weight: 5.3 lb (2.4 kg)

Item Includes:
• AC-VQ1050 Adapter/Charger • NP-F570 infoLITHIUM Rechargeable
Battery Pack • CR2025 Lithium Battery • A/V Connecting Cable
• Component Video Cable • Lens Hood with Cover • Shoe Adapter
• Shoe Kit • Eye Cup • RMT-831 Wireless Remote Commander
• ECM-XM1 Monaural Electolet Condenser Microphone • Operating
Instructions • Printed Operating Instructions • HVR-MRC1 Memory
Recording Unit Kit • 1-Year Warranty

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