Sony Sony HVR-Z1E HD Camcorder

Sony's mid-range HD Camcorder is currently the top selling HD camcorder in the UK - and who could fail to see why?

HDV / DVCAM / DV Switchable
Providing professional users with the flexibility to choose the format that suits the need your production and offering an easy migration from a Standard Definition environment.

Built-in converter to take HDV images to Standard Definition
The flexibility to film your footage in HDV and use the camera's down-converter to output Standard Definition pictures if required.

50Hz / 60Hz (PAL / NTSC) Switchable
Allowing you to make your productions on a worldwide basis, without the need for two separate camcorders with each standard.

2ch Audio XLR Inputs
The HVR-Z1E offers the recording of audio by providing both an in-built stereo microphone and XLR inputs for an external microphone supplying +40V phantom power.

2ch Independent Audio Rec Level Control
Intuitive control of audio recording level is possible with independent 2-channel dials.

Time Code Preset
Supports professional operation with flexible Time Code and User settings.

B/W & Colour Switchable Viewfinder
Allowing you to choose either a colour display or Black & White display on the Viewfinder depending on your preference.

Simultaneous Operation of LCD Panel & Viewfinder
Allowing you greater flexibility to focus shots accurately via Viewfinder while simultaneously framing images via the fold-out LCD Panel.

6 Assign Buttons
6 Assign Buttons are prepared to allow you to customise your camera. 6 frequently used functions including Hyper Gain, AE Override, White Balance Level for Outdoor, and Safety Zone Marker can be selected from over 10 available parameters.



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