Sony HDR-FX1000 - Manual (Page 3)

From the outset, the HDV 1080i specification of the HDV format
was developed to record stunning HD images with 1080 active
scanning lines on DV cassette tapes. It adopts the MPEG-2
compression format, using 8-bit digital component recording
at approximately 25 Mbps, which is the same data rate as
the DV format, enabling a long recording time on compact
DV cassettes.
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HDR-fX1000 High Definition MiniDV (HDV) Handycam ® Camcorder
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For example, more than 60 minutes of high-quality HD images
can be recorded on a MiniDV cassette. As with the DV format,
the HDV format allows an i.LINK
®2 connection to compatible
nonlinear editors, enabling a cost-effective HD production system.
The sheer volume of HDV 1080i professional and consumer
equipment used around the world is a clear indication that
HDV 1080i has become one of the most popular HD formats.
x 1/" ClearVid ™ CMos sensors with
exmor ™ derived technology
The HDR-FX1000 features three 1/3" ClearVid ™ CMOS Sensors,
each having 1,120K total pixels which produces high-resolution
1920 x 1080 images (HDV captures 1440 x 1080) with rich and
natural colors. The three independent CMOS sensors each
handle one of the color elements – red, green, blue (RGB)
– improving the color reproduction of video recordings. Dark
scenes can be captured with low noise thanks to Exmor
™ derived
technology that features a new column A/D converter and dual
noise reduction.
Sensor resolution has been optimized and the photosensitive
surface area has been maximized thanks to the unique grid
arrangement of the photo diode sensors, in which each is
rotated by 45 degrees.
enhanced Imaging
Processor (eIP) Technology
This model also features a signal processing circuit, the
Enhanced Imaging Processor (EIP), which uses Sony’s unique
image-processing technology. The EIP processor is able to
rapidly process the vast amounts of pixel data read from the
3x 1/3" ClearVid
™ CMOS Sensor and record beautiful HD
and colorful video. The ClearVid ™ CMOS Sensor has been
developed using the most advanced technologies in the
semiconductor industry. Combined use of the 3x 1/3" ClearVid
™
CMOS Sensor imaging system and the EIP technology provides
extremely high image quality with a smooth gradation and
detailed image reproduction, enabled through a precise
interpolation scheme, which concludes within each R, G and
B channel. This allows a higher resolution for each R, G and B
channel than is offered by equivalent-class camcorders that
resort to spatial offset techniques to improve resolution. Unlike
CCD sensors, there is no vertical smear in the ClearVid
™ CMOS
Sensor imaging system when shooting high-intensity subjects,
further reducing shooting-condition constraints.
* The HDV recording is in 1440 x 1080i and 4:2:0 color space.
HDV Format Superior optics
innovative technologies
G-lens: 9.mm Wide-angle
to 90mm (0x) Telephoto
The HDR-FX1000 is equipped with a 29.5mm wide-angle G-Lens
made of an advanced 10-group, 15 element lens structure that
includes compound aspheric lenses and Extra-low Dispersion
glass, which reduces chromatic aberration caused by light
refraction, to produce video with extremely low color fringing.
This lens was designed for shooting situations ranging from
broad landscape shots to conditions where sufficient distance
from the subject is difficult to obtain. The 20x optical zoom
(29.5mm-590mm: 35mm conversion) lets you zoom in to the
subjects you can’t get close to. The optical zoom takes maximum
advantage of the lens performance, so image quality does not
suffer even at a zoom ratio of 20x, allowing you the ability to
reproduce the subject’s impact. In addition, the digital extender
increases the zoom ratio by approximately 1.5 throughout the
range and up to approximately 30x at full zoom.
optical 0x lens and optional 0.8x
Wide Conversion lens
The G-lens on the HDR-FX1000 features a 20x zoom function.
Moreover, the built-in digital extender increases the zoom ratio
by approximately 1.5 to approximately 30x. The optional
VCL-HG0872X 0.8x wide conversion lens
uses the bayonet mount system for
instant attachment or detachment.
Combining these lens features,
operators can effortlessly capture
close-up or wide-angle shots as
their video production requires.
superior low-light (1. lUX)
shooting capabilities
The new G-lens affords a superior low-light ability with high
sensitivity that enables clear shooting of subjects in light as low
as 1.5 lux (at 1/30 fixed shutter speed with auto iris and auto
gain). This allows you to capture sharp detail and brilliant colors
even in less than perfect lighting, especially when additional
external lighting cannot be used.
optical steadyshot ™ image stabilization
The Optical SteadyShot ™ image stabilization system from
Sony reduces blur caused by camera shake and vibration,
so your images stay crisp and clear. This optical stabilization
system achieves an even higher level of smoothness without
the image degradation that can occur with some digital
stabilization systems.
x manual rings for superior control:
zoom, focus and IRIs
The HDR-FX1000 has three independent manual
rings (zoom, focus and IRIS) for superior control
and flexibility while filming which make it
easier to promptly make adjustments to
meet shooting needs. The IRIS ring allows
you to adjust the aperture to attain optimal
brightness and express beautiful depth
of field shots, highlighting a subject while
blurring a foreground or background.
Exposure can also be assigned to the IRIS
ring enabling the camera to automatically
select the optimal IRIS, gain or shutter speed,
seamlessly enabling adjustment of exposure.
." Xtra fine lCD ™ display 1 (91K pixels)
The 3.2" Wide 1 (16:9) Xtra Fine LCD ™ screen displays sharp,
bright, vivid images, letting you compose a shot more easily
- even outdoors, while enabling you
to change settings to best represent
the scene. With 921K pixels resolution
and a wide viewing angle, the Xtra
Fine LCD
™ screen 1 is like having a
HDTV built into your camcorder.
0." Xtra fine
View finder
This camcorder features
a high-resolution 0.45"
Xtra Fine (1,227K pixels)
View Finder that offers
extra clear visibility.
ultimate Viewing
Square Layout ClearVid™ CMOS Sensor
Pixel Distribution
ClearVid™
CMOS Sensor
• Large pixel size
• Unique 45˚angle
pixel layout