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Sony HVR Z7U Camcorder - Black

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Sony HVR-Z7U HDV Camcorder + 2x Battery 16GB HDMI Case UV Kit
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Sony HVR-Z7U HD Camcorder HVR-Z7 U 24P (no MRC1)
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When looking for a professional video camera, the Sony HVR Z7U is a great option. It features interchangeable lenses, which is one of the first handheld camcorders to offer this as an option. This 1.1 MP camcorder comes packed with plenty of other features, such as recording in either high-definition or standard definition, up to 12x optical zoom, screw holes for secure attachment to a tripod, and a high-quality Carl Zeiss lens. Additionally, this Sony camcorder offers HD/SD-SDI or HDMI output and records on miniDV cassette tapes which can hold 40–60 minutes of high-definition video. The viewing screen on the Sony HVR Z7U is a 3.2-inch Xtrafine LCD, which provides up to four times more pixels than other handheld professional video cameras. Slow motion is no problem with this 1.1 MP camcorder, since the Smooth Slow Rec feature records images much faster than other cameras. Color correction has been improved in this Sony camcorder, resulting in better visual quality in both black and white and color videos. Six different settings are available to capture the best appearance based on the location and light balance. Professional videographers will be pleased with the myriad of new and unique features on the Sony HVR Z7U.

Product Identifiers
BrandSony
ModelZ7U
MPNHVR-Z7U
UPC0027242735767, 027242735767

Key Features
Recording SystemNTSC
Optical Zoom12x
Digital Zoom18x
Storage TypeRemovable (Card/Disc/Tape)
Media FormatDV, Mini DV (HDV)
Resolution1.1 MP
Screen Size3.2"
Weight81.15 Oz.

Optical Sensor
Sensor Type3 ClearVid CMOS
Sensor Size1/3"
Optical Sensor Qty3

Lens System
Lens TypeZoom lens
Focal Length Range4.4mm - 52.8mm
Focus AdjustmentAutomatic, Manual
Lens Filter Size72 mm
Auto Focus typeTTL contrast detection
Lens ManufacturerCarl Zeiss

Exposure
Max Shutter Speed1/10000 sec
Min Illumination1.5 lux
Min Shutter Speed1/3 sec
Exposure ModesAutomatic, Manual

Camera Flash
Flash TypeNone

Memory / Storage
Recording SpeedSP
Supported Flash MemoryMemory Stick Duo

Viewfinder
Viewfinder TypeElectronic
Viewfinder Diagonal Size0.45"

Dimensions
Depth17.28 in.
Height7.83 in.
Width6.92 in.

Display
Display TypeLCD
Display RotationRotating
Screen DetailsLCD display - TFT active matrix - 3.2" - color
Display Size3.2"

Microphone
Microphone TypeMicrophone - detachable - electret condenser - mono
Microphone Operation ModeMono
Microphone TechnologyElectret condenser

Connections
Connector Types1 x Control-L (LANC), 1 x HDMI output, 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK), 1 x component video output, 1 x composite video/audio output, 1 x headphones, 2 x audio input
HDMI OutputYes

Battery
Battery Form FactorManufacturer specific
Battery ManufacturerSony NP-F570

Environmental Parameters
Max Operating Temperature40 °C
Min Operating Temperature0 °C

Resolution
Effective Video Resolution1.0 MP

File Format
Digital Video FormatMPEG-2

Other Features
Additional Features3D Camcorder, Camera orientation detection, Color Viewfinder, Histogram Display, Still Shot Capability, progressive scanning
High Definition Video Support1080p
Widescreen Video CaptureYes

Miscellaneous
Color Black

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Created: 01/01/12

The Best in Features for its Price

Yes, I would recommend this product to a friend.

This is the ultimate camcorder at this time. Interchangeable lens capability sets this in a class by itself. I bought an adapter to use Nikon SLR camera lenses for special effects. (Sony sells an adapter that works with its Alpha SLR lenses, as well.) Controls are professional all the way. Images are incredible. The dual-recording to tape, chip, or both is great. I've dropped the tape recording and now use just the compact flash recording. The CF chips are really cheap and make editing on the computer a snap. I think this may be the last professional/prosumer camera that Sony makes with tape drive. It's great for back-up, though. Beats out anything in the AVCHD category, and most HDV cameras out there (IMHO).

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Created: 07/07/11

My best investment yet.

Yes, I would recommend this product to a friend.

This is one of the best professional cameras out there that i know. its ease to you and professional quality at the retail price makes this number one. i would recommend.

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Created: 04/25/11

SONY delivers a solid Pro-Sumer camera!

I absolutely love this camera. Records to both tape and card media and has a removable lens. Image quality is superb and is made with professional shooters in mind.

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Created: 06/07/11

The best in tapeless shoting

Yes, I would recommend this product to a friend.

I have three Sony HVR-Z7U camcorders and that's the way to go for tapeless videoing. Picture quality is excellent. The only negative is the on/off switch. It is difficult to turn off without switching to VCR. Sony should have caught that problem before putting it in the market.

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Created: 03/15/11

Amazing CAMERA

Yes, I would recommend this product to a friend.

Amazing camera on low light, the 24p is amazing easy the use a bit heavy but looks awesome on my glidecam x-10

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