Sony HVR Z7U Camcorder, 1080i HDV

Sony HVR-Z7U
Camcorder, 1080i HDV

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Sony HVR-Z7U

The HVR-Z7U HDV camcorder that uses 1/3" bayonet mount interchangeable lenses. It is a handheld camcorder with the same flexibility of larger ENG cameras, and offers native progressive recording and solid-state memory recording functionality. It can record to compact flash cards, and is ideal for documentaries, news, low-budget movies, music videos, and more.

Features:

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. Whether you are filming a movie or shooting a documentary, the HVR-Z7U has it covered.

ClearVID 3CMOS Technology
Sony's ClearVID sensors are positioned at a 45° angle. Since each pixel is positioned at this angle the result is far clearer diagonal lines. Images will appear crisper, without the apparent "jaggies" that often plague video signals.

Record to Compact Flash
The camera comes with an attachable recording unit, allowing users to record HDV and DV to CompactFlash cards. With cards getting larger and larger in capacity, the ability to take advantage of tapeless workflow while still using cheap media is a welcome addition.

High Definition on MiniDV Tapes with HDV
The HDV format, used in the HVR-Z7U allows high definition recording on standard MiniDV tapes. This is accomplished by using the very popular MPEG-2 compression technique used in many applications, including DVDs and satellite television.

24p Capability
In 24p mode, images from the CMOS can be 2:3 pulldown-converted and recorded onto tape in the standard 60i HDV format. The tape can then be played back or edited using an ordinary HDV system. True 24p editing can be achieved by uploading 2:3 pulldown-converted images via an i.LINK FireWire interface to a compatible non-linear editing system. The resultant images resemble the visual motion of film!

HDMI Output
Many consumer products are adopting High Definition Media Interface (HDMI) connections for transmitting uncompressed digital HD video signals. Sony has upped the ante by incorporating this into the already extensive array of video output choices on the HVR-Z7U. Connect the camera to any HDTV via this interface and view all your footage the way it was meant to be seen: purely digital!

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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Sony HVRZ7U Free Flash Card Offer

Get a FREE 8GB Compact Flash Card from Sony w/ HVRZ7U Purchase!

Receive one (1) 8GB compact flash card by mail following purchase of an HVRZ7U model Sony HDV camcorder between January 15 and September 30, 2008.

All claims must be submitted online and all supporting documentation for claims must be postmarked no later than October 31, 2008.

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