The Sony HVR-Z1U is an affordable pro-quality 3 CCD camcorder for those videographers who want to test the high definition waters in order to keep up with the HDTV wave. It records video in 1080i, 720p, and 720i, or you can choose to continue filming in standard definition. The large 3.5" LCD screen and 12x optical Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens makes it easy to quickly frame and zoom in on your subject. For that film-quality look, the 24p Cineframe feature makes your video appear like they were film recorded. Sony also has an optical Super SteadyShot System that corrects lens shake as it occurs. This camera has the features professional filmmakers and news shoots want with the ease of use and price those new to the industry will appreciate.
The Sony HVR-Z1U is an affordable pro-quality 3 CCD camcorder for those videographers who want to test the high definition waters in order to keep up with the HDTV wave. It records video in 1080i, 720p, and 720i, or you can choose to continue filming in standard definition. The large 3.5" LCD screen and 12x optical Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens makes it easy to quickly frame and zoom in on your subject. For that film-quality look, the 24p Cineframe feature makes your video appear like they were film recorded. Sony also has an optical Super SteadyShot System that corrects lens shake as it occurs. This camera has the features professional filmmakers and news shoots want with the ease of use and price those new to the industry will appreciate.
The Sony HVR-Z1U digital camcorder records on minidv, and offers a 12x zoom lens with 12x digital zoom. , and has a FireWire port for moving your movies off the camcorder and onto your computer.. It will get you a f/1.6-2.4 image-stabilized lens, as well as a fastest shutter speed of 1/10000 second. You can see exactly what you're filming on its 3.5" LCD screen, which you can also use to preview your movies. The HVR-Z1U records sound, too.
If you want the best deal on the Sony HVR-Z1U, be sure to compare prices before you buy. Our list of stores carrying the HVR-Z1U (below) tracks merchants across the web who often have bargain prices. We update the price comparison as soon as we see that a price has changed, so you always know who has the current low price, and where the Sony HVR-Z1U is on sale.
05 Apr 2009Misleading Item PhotoI bought this item for $3115 based on the picture as it is on this review page. When I received the item, it was supplied without the shotgun microphone. When I called the seller, I was informed that the item is sold without the shotgun microphone. I insisted that it was a wrong item advertised. The blame was passed on to Amazon.com who put up the picture as it appeared. You are therefore misleading prospective buyers by putting up wrong pictures on your website. Otherwise I was not going to buy...–Samuel Okwoyofrom Amazon.com
06 Aug 2007HDV Work HorseI've used my Sony HVR-Z1U HDV camcorder in some very extreme conditions, and it it comes through on a regular basis. I shot Hurricane Katrina video footage during the storm (for StormStock) in driving 100 mph rain. At that time, I had purchased and was using a rain coat for the camera. It never failed. Previously, in Hurricane Dennis, the unit failed in the rain, without the coat. The screen went black. I dried it off with a hand dryer and it came back to life to be called back into action...–Martin Lisiusfrom Amazon.com
07 Aug 2006Recommendation by New FilmmakerI've chosen this camera for my short film after viewing some rough footage at a local studio. The colors that this camera can capture in DV mode are jaw-dropping! It comes with all of the manual controls you could hope for and they're very intuitive. I highly recommend this to independent filmmakers if you're able to rent them in your area. It does not offer the 'truest' cinematic feel but if you do some research on the web you'll find resources for things you can do in pre & post production...–Kasem Kharsafrom Amazon.com
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