SGD$14,000 is too expensive le...Though it is a professional video camera
I want to get this instead. Sony HDR-FX7 Consumer Class High Definition Video Camcorder.
I was quoted SGD$5700. Hope to get this consumer class HD camcorder by the first quarter of 2007.
Technical specifications are as follows:
General
Imaging Device: 3 - 1/4" 1120K Gross Pixels ClearVID CMOS Sensor
Pixel Gross: 1120K
Recording Media: MiniDV Cassette, Memory Stick Duo Media, Memory Stick PRO Duo Media
Recording and Playback Times: SP: 60 min. (HDV /DV); LP 90 min. (DV)
Video Actual: 1037K Pixels (16:9), 778K Pixels (4:3)
Still Actual: 1037K Pixels (16:9), 778K Pixels (4:3)
Audio
Dolby® Digital Output: N/A
Recording System: MPEG1 Audio Layer 2 - Stereo (HDV); PCM (DV)
Convenience
USB Streaming: N/A
SteadyShot® Image Stabilization: Yes (Super; Optical)
Accessory Shoe: Yes, Cold
White Balance: Auto, Indoor, One-Push, Outdoor
Memory Stick PRO Media Compatibility:
Tested to support up to 2GB media capacity; does not support high speed transfer function; does not support Access Control security function
Still Image Mode(s): JPEG
Minimum Illumination: 4 Lux
Low Light Capability: N/A
Inputs and Outputs
LANC Terminal: Yes (Stereo Mini)
Analog Audio/Video Input(s): N/A
Analog Audio/Video Output(s): Yes (Multi A/V)
Digital Audio/Video Input(s): Yes (i.LINK® and USB)
Digital Audio/Video Output(s): Yes (i.LINK® and USB)
USB Port(s): Yes, ver. 1.1
i.LINK® Interface: Yes
Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s): Yes
Headphone Jack: Yes (Stereo Mini)
Microphone Input: Yes (Stereo Mini)
Remote Jack: N/A
S-Video Input(s): N/A
S-Video Output(s): Yes (via optional accessory)
HDMI Connection Output(s): Yes
Hardware
LCD: 3.5" (211K Pixels) Wide (16:9) Hybrid Clear Photo LCD plus Display
Lens Type: Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T*
Viewfinder: Color, 252K Pixels (16:9)
Docking Station: N/A
Microphone: Yes (Built-in)
Optics/Lens
35mm Equivalent: 37.4-748mm (16:9 Camera Mode), 45.7-914mm (4:3 Camera Mode)
Aperture: 1.6 - 2.8
Exposure: 24 Steps (Menu)
Filter Diameter: 62mm
Focus: Full Range Auto/Manual (Ring)/One Touch
Progressive Shutter Mode: N/A
Shutter Speed: Auto: 1/60-1/2000; Manual: 1/4-1/10000
Optical Zoom: 20X
Digital Zoom: N/A
Resolution: 1MP
Power
Power Consumption: HDV: 5.9W/5.9W (VF/LCD); DV: 5.7W/5.7W (VF/LCD)
Battery Type: InfoLithium® with AccuPower Meter System (NP-F570)
Power Requirements: 7.2V (Battery Pack) 8.4V (AC Adaptor)
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty: 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor
Software
Operating System Compatibility: TBD
Supplied Software: N/A
Video
Video Recording System: MPEG2 (HDV); AVI (DV)
Video Signal System: NTSC color, EIA standards
Analog-to-Digital Converter: N/A
Format(s) Supported: Real Time HD Codec Engine, HDV/DV Recording
Dimensions
Weight: 3 lbs. 10 oz. (1640g) with supplied battery and lens hood
Measurements: 5 3/4" x 6 1/4" x 12 3/4" (145 x 156 x 322mm)
Supplied Accessories
Power Adaptor/ In Camera Charger (ACL15)
InfoLithium® Rechargeable Battery (NPF570)
Remote Commander® Remote Control (RMT-831)
Component Video Cable
Stereo A/V Cable
Lens Hood
USB Cable
Large Size Eye Cup
Color:
Charcoal