Sony HDR-FX1 HDV Digital Camcorder

A revolution in form and function, the HDR-FX1 allows you to play and record interlaced high definition video at resolutions up to 1440 x 1080 for professional quality video with vivid colors and striking detail. It even offers the ability to switch to standard DV recording and playback as the situation warrants. Your HDR-FX1 features the Real-time HD Codec Engine, which offers professional-level MPEG2 video compression, and 14bit HD DXP (Digital Extended Processor) for increased processing speed. Images are captured on a three chip Advanced HAD CCD system that provides increased detail and improved video performance without color bleeding. Optical capabilities include a Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens with 12x optical zoom and Super SteadyShot image stabilization.The HDR-FX1 offers you an unprecedented amount of control, including manual zoom, focus, and iris control. Picture Profile allows you to create a number of preset video modes for a variety of shooting settings. Composing shots is easier than even with your HDR-FX1's 3.5" precision hybrid SwivelScreen LCD display and extra-large electronic viewfinder. minimize