Sony Handycam HDR-FX1000 User manual

HDR-FX1000
High Defi nition MiniDV (HDV™) Handycam® Camcorder
The Sony® HDR-FX1000 Handycam® Camcorder delivers HD-broadcast-
quality moving images. With 24p Progressive Scan Mode, the HDR-FX1000’s
high-quality lens lets you capture vibrant images with incredible details.
Cinematone Gamma™ and Cinematone Color technologies provide the
color and gamma range to give your footage an even more fi lm-like feel.
Film-Like Progressive Scan
In addition to 1080/60i recording, the
HDR-FX1000 offers 1080/24p and 1080/30p
Progressive Scan modes for capturing videos
with fi lm-like results. Signals scanned at 24p/30p
are converted to 60i, then recorded onto
MiniDV tape. This allows footage to be played
and edited using existing HDV equipment.
Cinematone Gamma
and Cinematone Color
Cinematone Gamma technology deepens
colors by allowing users to specify a gamma
curve with contrast characteristics similar to
those of fi lm. Cinematone Color technology
recreates fi lm-like color tones.
3x 1/3” ClearVid™ CMOS Sensors
w/Exmor™ Technology
The HDR-FX1000 features three 1/3” ClearVid
CMOS Sensors, each having 1,120k total
pixels. The 3 independent CMOS sensors
each handle one of the color elements — red,
green, blue — for improved color reproduction.
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.
Minus Auto Gain Control
When shooting in overly bright conditions, this
feature enables the selection of gain settings
in the negative range for satisfying results
with minimal noise.
Enhanced Imaging Processor
(EIP) Technology
To record HD videos with stunningly beautiful
colors, the HDR-FX1000 uses an EIP processor
to process the vast amounts of pixel data
coming from its 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensors.
Working together, the EIP and 3 ClearVid
CMOS Sensor imaging system provide
extremely high image quality with smooth
gradations and detailed image reproduction.
G Lens: 29.5mm Wide-Angle
to 590mm (20x) Telephoto
Equipped with a 29.5mm wide-angle G Lens
made from an advanced 10 group, 15 element
lens including Extra-low Dispersion glass.
This reduces chromatic aberration caused
by light refraction and produces video with
extremely low color fringing. The 20x optical
zoom (29.5mm-590mm: 35mm conversion) lets
you zoom in on faraway subjects with no loss
in image quality.
Superior Low-Light Shooting
Capabilities
Lets you shoot in light as low as 1.5 lux (at 1/30
fi xed shutter speed with auto iris and auto
gain). This allows you to capture sharp detail
and brilliant colors even in less-than-perfect
conditions where professional lighting cannot
be used.
Additional Features
• 3x Built-in Neutral Density (ND) Filters
• 3x Manual Rings for Superior Control: Zoom,
Focus and Iris
• 3.2” Xtra Fine LCD™ Display (921K pixels)
• Optical SteadyShot™ Image Stabilization
• Manual Gain/Shutter/White Balance
Adjustment
• 2:3 Pull-down to 60i for Editing on Most
HDV Software
• Minus Auto Gain Control (Minus AGC)
• Assign Buttons
• Additional Record and Zoom Lever Control
on Handle
• 0.45” Xtra Fine LCD™ View Finder
• HDMI™ Connection
Prosumer HD
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HDR-FX1000
High Defi nition MiniDV (HDV™) Handycam® Camcorder
IMAGER
Imaging Device 3x 1/3” ClearVid™ CMOS Sensor
Processor EIP (Enhanced Imaging Processor)
Imager Pixel Gross Size 3x 1,120k each (Red, Green, Blue)
VIDEO
Video Actual 16:9 3x 1037k each (Red, Green, Blue)
Video Actual 4:3 3x 778k each (Red, Green, Blue)
Video Resolution (Full HD)1080/60i, 1080/24p, 1080/30p
Video Signal System NTSC color, EIA standards
Video Format(s) Supported HD: HDV (MPEG-2)19 / SD: DV (AVI)
STILL PICTURE
Still Actual 16:9 1037k
Still Actual 4:3 778k
Still Picture Max Resolution 1.2 megapixel
Dual Record Resolution 1.2 megapixel
Picture Capture Resolution 1.2 megapixel
AUDIO
Audio Recording Format HD: HDV (MPEG-1 Audio Layer II) /
SD: DV (PCM Digital Stereo)
Microphone Built-in Stereo Microphone
MEDIA TYPE
MiniDV / HDV MiniDV / HDV
Memory Stick PRO Duo™Memory Stick Duo™ media, Memory Stick PRO Duo™
RECORDING CAPACITY
Rec. / Playback MiniDV / HDV™*SP: 60min/80min., LP (DV only): 90min/120min.
OPTICS AND LENS
Lens Type G Lens
35mm Equivalent 16:9 29.5 - 590mm (Wide angle)
35mm Equivalent 4:3 36.1 - 722mm
Aperture F1.6 - 3.4
Exposure Control -
Filter Diameter (mm)72mm (G Lens)
Focal Distance (mm)4.1 - 82mm
Focus System Auto/Manual (Ring)/One-push Auto/Infi nity
Progressive Shutter Mode -
Shutter Speed 1/4 - 1/10,000 sec (20 step)
Minimum Illumination 1.5 lux (At 1/30 fi xed shutter speed with auto iris and
auto gain)
Optical Zoom 20x
Digital Zoom 30x approx. (When Digital Extender “ON”)
DISPLAY
Display 3.2” Xtra Fine LCD™ display (921K pixels)
View Finder 0.45” Xtra Fine LCD™ View Finder (1,227K pixels)
HARDWARE
Flash -
Memory Stick PRO Duo™
Media Slot Yes
Manual / Auto Lens Cover Manual
Assignable Dial -
S/S & Zoom button on LCD -
INPUTS & OUTPUTS
Audio/Video Remote Terminal Video/S Video/Audio/LANC
Analog Audio/Video Output(s)Multi AV (Video/S Video/Audio)
LANC Terminal Yes
Digital Audio/Video Output(s)Yes (i.LINK® and USB)
USB Port(s)-
i.LINK® Interface Yes
Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr)
Output(s)Yes
S-Video Output(s)Yes (via multi AV)
HDMI™ Connection Output(s)Included in A/V Jack
Headphone Jack Yes
Microphone Input Yes
Active Interface Shoe Cold Shoe
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Dual Record Yes
White Balance Auto / Outdoor / Indoor / One-push (A/B)
Image Stabilization Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization (Active Lens System)
x.v.Color™Yes
White Balance Auto / Outdoor / Indoor / One-push (A/B)
Fader Effects Black, White
Scene Selection Mode(s)Yes (up to 6 picture profi les)
Still Image Format(s)JPEG
Smooth Slow Record Yes (6 sec. at 240fps NTSC)10
POWER
Power Consumption HDV: 6.4W (VF/LCD)
Supplied Battery Type InfoLITHIUM® Rechargeable Battery (NP-F570)
Power Requirements 7.2V (Battery Pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)
DIMENSIONS
Dimensions (Approx.)6 3/4 x 7 x 13 7/8 inch (169 x 178 x 349mm)
Weight (Approx.)4lbs 15oz (2.3kg) with supplied battery and lens hood
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
AC adaptor AC-L100
Rechargeable Battery Pack InfoLITHIUM® Rechargeable Battery (NP-F570)
Remote Commander® control unit RMT-831
Component Video Cable Yes
Lens Hood Lens hood with lens cover
Media Operation Manual
Application Software (CD-ROM)PMB Ver.4.2.009
FOOTNOTES
*Capacity will vary based on type and complexity of image recorded.
9. Requires Microsoft® Windows® XP SP3/ Windows Vista® SP1. Not supported by Mac® OS.
10. Smooth Slow Record captures 3 seconds of video which plays back over 12 seconds.
19. The HDV recording format is in 1440x1080i and 4:2:0 color space.
Specifi cations
Prosumer HD
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