Sony HVR-HD1000U

Manufacturer: Sony Part number: HVRHD1000U

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Description:: A camcorder has been created to meet the growing demand from users who are looking for mobility and professional appearance. The HVR-HD1000U features a shoulder-mount design and black matte body similar to that of professional camcorders; making it perfect for weddings, corporate communications, and sporting events where appearance makes a difference. Premium design characteristics and high-definition HDV 1080i recording are ... Read more

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Best Camera for the price

by Zaqueo on January 18, 2008

Pros: Looks impressive, easy to operate

Cons: Shoulder pad too stiff

Summary: The HD1000 is a solidly made camera, is not the ?retro shoulder mount VHS looking plastic camera? described by critics. It feels hefty and is made of high impact ABS ...

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Summary: The HD1000 is a solidly made camera, is not the ?retro shoulder mount VHS looking plastic camera? described by critics. It feels hefty and is made of high impact ABS plastic. Following the tradition of Sony it has a very appealing look. Any non connoisseur will immediately recognized the HD style by the lens shade and the black color. Since shoulder mount was a definite necessity for my business this proved an excellent choice. Although very well balanced on the shoulder the shoulder pad needs to be adjusted to your needs to be able to balance the weight, the camera tends to be a bit front heavy but nothing like the Canon XL2 which made my right arm grow larger than my left. Contrary to opinions I had no problems with the hybrid LCD menus or focusing with the EVF and found it comfortable even in low light. As an amateur event videographer I?m yet to find a perfect camera for low light conditions (within my pocket?s reach) so I was not expecting much and as such I?m always depending on my trusty custom on board light that possesses a 10, 20 and 30 watts bulb. I have no problem convincing anyone for the need of extra lights even stubborn ?Bridezzilas? and clergymen. As mentioned before I?ve used the Cannon Xl1s and the Xl2, also the Sony HVR-A1U and the HDR-HC1, although the HD 1000 cannot give you the rich colors of the Canon Xl2, or the manual choices of the A1U, the HD footage when down converted gives you better definition than the XL2 . The definition is exactly the same as the HVR-A1U. The lack of XLR can be remedied by the acquisition of the XLR adapter and a better quality shotgun mike. The main reason I acquired this camera was because the hand held cameras and the front heavy Canon where killing me in long takes where tripods where not feasible. I used the dreaded camera mounts but they were also prohibited in some instances. At no time I got this camera because it ?looked? professional, In my part time business I deal with people on a one on one basis and the professionalism is established by the way I conduct myself but, then again the looks of the camera do help. I shot my 1st wedding in 1968 with a Bell and Howell model 306, today I still do the same thing, making any camera work for me, for my needs and within the limits of my budget.

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Manufacturer: Sony
Part number: HVRHD1000U
Description: A camcorder has been created to meet the growing demand from users who are looking for mobility and professional appearance. The HVR-HD1000U features a shoulder-mount design and black matte body similar to that of professional camcorders; making it perfect for weddings, corporate communications, and sporting events where appearance makes a difference. Premium design characteristics and high-definition HDV 1080i recording are the main features of this one-piece shoulder camcorder, ideal for working videographers on a budget. A built-in down-converter creates DV material, perfect for standard DVD productions. Plus, a special still photo mode is ideal for producing DVD cases and making wedding photo albums. Whether you are recording weddings and corporate communications or helping students make a documentary, the HVR-HD1000U is the best choice on the market today as an entry level professional camcorder.

General
Product Type Camcorder
Enclosure Color Matte black
Digital Zoom 20 x
Optical Sensor Size 1/2.9 in
Optical Sensor Type ClearVid CMOS
Min Illumination 0 lux
Analog Video Format NTSC
Image Stabilizer Optical (Super Steady Shot)
Min Shutter Speed 1/2 sec
Max Shutter Speed 1/10000 sec
Shooting Modes Digital photo mode
White Balance Custom, Automatic, Presets
Exposure Modes Automatic, Manual
Camera Flash None
Widescreen Video Capture Yes
Main Features
Camcorder Sensor Resolution 3.2 megapixels
Camcorder Effective Video Resolution 2.28 megapixels
Camcorder Effective Still Resolution 3 megapixels
Camcorder Interpolated Still Resolution 6.1 megapixels
Color Support Color
TV Tuner None
Supported Resolution 480i, 1080i
Memory / Storage
Media Type Mini DV (HDV)
Recording Speed LP, SP
Lens System
Type Zoom lens - 4.4 mm - 54 mm
Focal Length 4.4 mm - 54 mm
Optical Zoom 10 x
Lens system type Zoom lens
Min focal length 4.4 mm
Max focal length 54 mm
Auto Focus TTL contrast detection
Lens Manufacturer Carl Zeiss
Filter Size 37 mm
Focus Adjustment Automatic, Manual
Zoom Adjustment Motorized drive
Additional Features
DV input Yes
Low Lux / Night Mode Yes
Digital Still Camera Function Yes
Additional Features Takes photos while movie recording, Built-in speaker
Time Code Yes
Included Accessories Eyecup, Lens cap, Lens hood, Wind screen
Viewfinder
Viewfinder Type LCD
Viewfinder Diagonal Size 0.27 in
Viewfinder Resolution 123,200 pixels
Image Aspect Ratio (camcorders) 16:9
Display
Type LCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.7 in - Color
Digital Player (Recorder)
Type None
Microphone
Type Microphone - Detachable

Connections
Connector Type 1 x Component video output, 1 x Headphones, 1 x HDMI output, 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK), 1 x Control-L (LANC), 1 x Composite video/audio output, 1 x USB, 1 x S-Video output, 1 x Audio input, 1 x DC power input
Expansion Slot(s) Memory Stick Duo
Audio Input
Audio input type Microphone
Microphone type Detachable
Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
Microphone Technology Electret condenser
Miscellaneous
Carrying Case None
Cables Included A/V cable
Power
Power Device Power adapter - External
Battery
Supported Battery 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery - 2200 mAh ( Included )
Viewfinder / Display
Display Form Factor Rotating
Display Format 211,200 pixels
Viewfinder Color Support Color
Environmental Parameters
Min Operating Temperature 32 ?F
Max Operating Temperature 104 ?F
Physical Characteristics
Weight 6 lbs

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