Manufacturer’s Description
Introducing a truly amazing new compact HDV camcorder from Sony. The HVR-Z5U camcorder is designed to enhance creativity and deliver the highest standard of optical and audio quality. Sony's newly designed G Lens is incorporated into the camcorder, boasting excellent resolution, color, and contrast for breathtaking images that rival expensive interchangeable lenses. This new compact camcorder boasts Sony's 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system, utilizing the technology of Exmor, to provide excellent low-light sensitivity and making it ideal when high performance in limited light conditions is a requirement. The ergonomically designed body allows flexible shooting under any conditions, while maintaining Sony's worldwide reputation for quality and high performance.
The Specs
| Product Type | |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Professional Camcorder |
| Video Recording | |
| Minimum Lux Rating | 1.5 lux |
| Video Capture Format | DV |
| Recording Media | Tape Media|Memory Card|MiniDV |
| Image Stabilization | Optical |
| Maximum Video Capture Resolution | 1440 x 1080 |
| Additional Specifications | |
| Progressive Scan | Yes |
| Battery Rechargeable | Yes |
| Maximum Video Lines | 1080 |
| Battery Include | Yes |
| Interlaced Scan | Yes |
| Product Model | HVRZ5U |
| Viewfinder Type | Electronic |
| Front Camera | Sony |
| Brand Name | Sony |
| Quick Glance | |
| Optical Zoom | 20 |
| Weight | 77.6 |
| LCD Screen Size | 3.2 in |
| Interface Type | 2 x 3-pin XLR Audio In|1 x Composite Video Out|1 x Component Video Out|2 x Audio Out|1 x Mini-phone Headphone|1 x DC Power In|1 x LANC|1 x 4-pin IEEE 1394 FireWire |
| Recording Media | Tape Media|Memory Card|MiniDV |
| Image Stabilization | Optical |
| Video Resolution | 1440 x 1080 |
| Camcorder Type | Professional Camcorder |
| Power | |
| Power Source | Lithium Battery |
| Warranty | |
| Warranty Information | 1 Year Limited Warranty |
| Dimensions | |
| Weight | 4.85 lbs |
| Height | 7.5 in |
| Width | 6.75 in |
| Depth | 17.87 in |
| Image Processor | |
| Image Sensor | CMOS |
| Image Sensor Quantity | 3 |
| Image Sensor Size | 1/3" |
| More Info | |
| Merchants (Images) | Electronic Imaging |
| URL | http://www.sony.com |
| General Features | |
| Interface Connection | 2 x 3-pin XLR Audio In|1 x Composite Video Out|1 x Component Video Out|2 x Audio Out|1 x Mini-phone Headphone|1 x DC Power In|1 x LANC|1 x 4-pin IEEE 1394 FireWire |
| LCD Screen Size | 3.2 in |
| Additional Features | Viewfinder |
| Lens Features | |
| Optical Zoom | 20 X |
| Focal Length | 4.10 mm to 82 mm |
| Digital Zoom | 30x |
| Filter Diameter | 72 mm |
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