VideoSony HVR-Z1E Camcorder
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The HVR-Z1E is a professional HDV camcorder with 1080i. As part of the DVCAM family, the HVR-Z1E is a cost-effective way to upgrade to High Definition while maintaining the outstanding qualities of DVCAM products, including ease of use and i.LINK (IEEE1394) connectivity. In addition to its compact size, the HVR-Z1E camcorder has a number of features not found on consumer products, making it the ideal choice for professionals.
Enjoy high definition at a lower cost
Using the HDV format, the Sony HVR-Z1E allows you to capture HD images on DV tapes. This means the camcorder offers an extremely cost-effective format and a resolution of 1080 lines.
The ability to choose the recording format that best suits your production needs
With the HVR-Z1E, you can switch between HDV, DVCAM and DV. The camcorder gives you the flexibility to record in SD or HD depending on your production needs.
A format designed for professionals
Sony knows that professionals have different expectations than the general public. That's why the HVR-Z1E camcorder incorporates more than 40 additional features over the HDR-FX1E camcorder to support your production needs.
Easy integration into your current workflow: the ability to convert from HDV to SD.
Continuity of workflow can be critical. So to take advantage of the HVR-Z1E, there's no need to change your current workflow. In addition to the DVCAM format, the camcorder has i.LINK (IEEE1394) connectivity to work with PC or MAC-based editing systems. In addition, you have the option of shooting in HDV and using the built-in down-converter to convert your recordings to DVCAM, while doing the final editing and production in SD.
Cinema-style shooting
The HVR-Z1E offers the ability to give your images a cinematic effect via Cineframe™ 25 mode (25 frames of progressive rendering) and two Cinematome Gamma™ modes.
AC adapter/charger included as standard
An AC adapter/charger AC-VQ850 comes standard with the HVR-Z1E for an even better value.
Enjoy high definition at a lower cost
Using the HDV format, the Sony HVR-Z1E allows you to capture HD images on DV tapes. This means the camcorder offers an extremely cost-effective format and a resolution of 1080 lines.
The ability to choose the recording format that best suits your production needs
With the HVR-Z1E, you can switch between HDV, DVCAM and DV. The camcorder gives you the flexibility to record in SD or HD depending on your production needs.
A format designed for professionals
Sony knows that professionals have different expectations than the general public. That's why the HVR-Z1E camcorder incorporates more than 40 additional features over the HDR-FX1E camcorder to support your production needs.
Easy integration into your current workflow: the ability to convert from HDV to SD.
Continuity of workflow can be critical. So to take advantage of the HVR-Z1E, there's no need to change your current workflow. In addition to the DVCAM format, the camcorder has i.LINK (IEEE1394) connectivity to work with PC or MAC-based editing systems. In addition, you have the option of shooting in HDV and using the built-in down-converter to convert your recordings to DVCAM, while doing the final editing and production in SD.
Cinema-style shooting
The HVR-Z1E offers the ability to give your images a cinematic effect via Cineframe™ 25 mode (25 frames of progressive rendering) and two Cinematome Gamma™ modes.
AC adapter/charger included as standard
An AC adapter/charger AC-VQ850 comes standard with the HVR-Z1E for an even better value.
HDV / DVCAM / DV switching
The HVR-Z1E camcorder allows professionals to choose the format that best suits their production needs, and offers easy migration from SD to HD.
Built-in converter to transform HDV images to SD
The camcorder's down-converter gives you the flexibility to shoot in HDV and convert images to standard definition.
50 Hz / 60 Hz switchable (PAL / NTSC)
You can make global productions without the need to use two different camcorders according to local standards.
2-channel XLR audio inputs
The HVR-Z1E camcorder offers audio recording capabilities: it has a built-in stereo microphone and XLR inputs for an external microphone providing +40 V phantom power.
Independent 2-channel audio recording level control
Intuitive control of the audio recording level is possible with 2 independent audio channels.
Time Code Preset
The camcorder offers highly flexible time code and preset functions for professional use.
Switchable color/black and white viewfinder
The viewfinder allows you to choose between a color or black and white display according to your preference.
Simultaneous operation of LCD panel and viewfinder
You can focus accurately through the viewfinder while framing images on the adjustable LCD panel.
6 assignable buttons
Six assignable buttons allow you to customize your camera. Six frequently used functions can be selected from more than ten settings, including Hyper Gain, AE Override, an outdoor white balance level, and a safe zone marker.
Six Assign buttons
The HVR-Z1E allows the most commonly used functions in the field to be assigned to six assignable buttons (pushbuttons), making them easy to select in outdoor shooting conditions.
The HVR-Z1E camcorder allows professionals to choose the format that best suits their production needs, and offers easy migration from SD to HD.
Built-in converter to transform HDV images to SD
The camcorder's down-converter gives you the flexibility to shoot in HDV and convert images to standard definition.
50 Hz / 60 Hz switchable (PAL / NTSC)
You can make global productions without the need to use two different camcorders according to local standards.
2-channel XLR audio inputs
The HVR-Z1E camcorder offers audio recording capabilities: it has a built-in stereo microphone and XLR inputs for an external microphone providing +40 V phantom power.
Independent 2-channel audio recording level control
Intuitive control of the audio recording level is possible with 2 independent audio channels.
Time Code Preset
The camcorder offers highly flexible time code and preset functions for professional use.
Switchable color/black and white viewfinder
The viewfinder allows you to choose between a color or black and white display according to your preference.
Simultaneous operation of LCD panel and viewfinder
You can focus accurately through the viewfinder while framing images on the adjustable LCD panel.
6 assignable buttons
Six assignable buttons allow you to customize your camera. Six frequently used functions can be selected from more than ten settings, including Hyper Gain, AE Override, an outdoor white balance level, and a safe zone marker.
Six Assign buttons
The HVR-Z1E allows the most commonly used functions in the field to be assigned to six assignable buttons (pushbuttons), making them easy to select in outdoor shooting conditions.