Sony HDR-FX1 3-CCD HDV High Definition Camcorder w/12x Optical Zoom | 
| Brand: Sony
Category: Photography
Buy New: $3,500.00
as of 3/13/2010 21:20 PST details
New (3) from $3,500.00
Rating:  18 reviews
Sales Rank: 5464
Media: Electronics
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Optical Zoom: 12
Display Size: 3.5
Maximum Focal Length: 54
Minimum Focal Length: 4.5
Shipping Weight (lbs): 7
Dimensions (in): 17.6 x 11.8 x 10.1
MPN: HDRFX1
Model: HDR-FX1
UPC: 027242654815
EAN: 0822766009000
ASIN: B00068JKR0
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Three 1/3-inch wide-aspect-ratio advanced HAD CCD imagers for true-to-life color rendering | | • | Play and record interlaced high-definition video at resolutions up to 1440 x 1080 for professional-quality video | | • | 12x optical zoom with Super SteadyShot Optical Stabilization System | | • | 3.5-inch wide precision hybrid SwivelScreen LCD | | • | Record at either 30 frames per second or, for a film-like feel, at 24 frames per second |
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| Editorial Reviews:
Product Description
Seeing is believing with the new HDR-FX1 Handycam from Sony, the world's first true 1080i high definition camcorder designed with you, the consumer, and your HDTV in mind. Those special moments you'll capture with the newly developed wide 3x 1/3" CCD and 72mm Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonar T lens are sure to give you a sense of d?j? vu when you view the vivid colors and life-like images on your HDTV. The 3.5" wide hybrid LCD swivel monitor lets you keep an eye on the action regardless of the angle. Backed by a dependable Real Time Codec engine and solid, compact body design, the HDR-FX1 digital High Definition camcorder is your key to making (and enjoying) movie magic for a long time to come.
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| Customer Reviews:
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Great for today's video needs January 11, 2010
Amy Mattson
I love this camera. I do a lot of videography for local bands, so I'm in low light conditions most of the time and the color picks up very well. The other thing that impressed me so much was that the on-camera mic is even better than a (inexpensive) boom mic I bought. I continued to use the camera's mic because of the stereo quality when a line-in isn't available. Totally recommend for anyone starting out in film/video.
100% reliable, great quality December 14, 2009
Claus R. Martel (Redstone Arsenal, AL USA)
I've been running two of these bad boys for two years now (every weekend) and I love 'em... great quality for the money.
Used professionally to capture weddings & other events January 5, 2009
Ghulam M. Aziz (Edison, NJ)
Amazing picture quality not a regret a bit, however focus is a bit slower at times.
The FX-1 is the standard bearer! August 19, 2008
Claire Jordan (New Orleans, LA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
When I first received this camera, I really put it through the paces trying it out in different light conditions, with different mics, etc. I was really impressed with how well it performed. With a full complement of features and presets, the FX-1 provides a tremendous amount of bang for my buck. Some reviewers mentioned the lack of XLRs for audio in, but in a wireless world is that really a problem? I use a Sennheiser G2 Wireless Lavalier Microphone Kit with a wireless adapter that snaps into the XLR port of any handheld or shotgun mic. I just plug the wireless receiver's miniplug directly into the FX-1. The auto-limiter has never failed me; the audio levels stay very consistent and I haven't seen it peak out once. I do also carry a BeachTek DXA-4 Dual XLR Adapter and an XLR cable in my kit in case of emergencies, but I've never once had to pull them out.
Not a negative, just an FYI: the FX1 weighs almost 5 pounds, add a big battery, a shotgun mic and/or a light and this camera is probably way too heavy for the average prosumer-quality tripod. Additionally, if you use a steady-device, even with a basic harness, or a shoulder mount, you might find your shoots to be a little more grueling than with your old camera. Ultimately, you may find as I did that you also have to upgrade some of your basic support equipment to accommodate the extra weight. Be sure to consider this in your budget.
Great color, wide-screen, 1080i and great audio what more could you ask for around $3000? The FX-1 has set the mark that the others are now trying to emulate.
Super Camera!!! December 12, 2007
Patti A. Needham (Cincinnati, OH USA)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
My wedding cinematography studio purchased this camera just about a year ago. We love it! The quality is outstanding - the 16:9 is so beautiful.
Easy to learn. Good weight and feel. The LCD is HUGH!!!! We are planning to purchase two more early next year!
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