Canon Optura 20 Minidv Camcorder With The Canon Optura 50 Digital Camcorder combines 2.2 Megapixel performance with modern controls. Multiple exposure modes give you more control for a assortment of settings, compensating for dissimilar lighting conditions and dissimilar subjects. Image stabilization captures that shot without doubt or question – no more unsteady, out of focus images. Built-in memory slot let you transfer and part files with ease. Record movie clips to your memory cards multiple resolutions. Night Mode boosts shutter speed for more magnificent pictures in dim lighting. Aperture Priority and Shutter Priority settings let you control the depth of field while giving you fast-moving, dynamic shots. Movie resolutions – 320 x 240, 160 x 120 pixels, 15 frames/sec. Maximum Recording Time – SP – 80 min, LP – 120 min (with an 80-min. cassette) Fast Forward/Rewind time – 2 min. 20 sec 6 new Scene Modes – Foliage, Fireworks, Beach, Snow, Sunset and Spotlight Auto Exposure Bracketing takes 3 shots at once – 1 normal, 1 over, 1 underexposed Vivid, Neutral, Low Sharpening, Soft Skin Detail settings Continuous Shooting Mode for sports and action Aperture Priority selects lens aperture for controlling depth of field Shutter Priority selects quicker shutter speeds Night Mode 16 bit PCM digital sound Captures still video in JPEG and video in Motion JPEG Built-in flash Inputs – Audio in Outputs – 1 IEEE1394 DV, 1 Video, 1 S-Video Stereo microphone Accepts SD & MMC cards for still effigy capture Supports Exif Print 2.2 Dimensions – 2.8 x 3.2 x 5.2 in. (70 x 82 x 133 mm) Weight – 1.2 lb. (530 g) Take control and capture your video and photographic memories the way you want to do not forget them – all with a single camera. The Optura 50 combines extraordinary 2.2 megapixel performance with progressed controls for your digital photography. The camcorder likewise lets you take as much or as little control over your video as you want with a wide range of automatic settings. With these modern controls and automatic settings – along with an advanced, 9-point automati intellectual autofocus – there are no limits to your creativity. You always get the shot you want. Not only that, the Optura 50 makes it easy for you to share your outstanding shots. The camcorder connects with your computer effortlessly, letting you manage, stream and e-mail your memories for all to enjoy. Canon Optura 50 Features Accessories included in with the Canon Optura 50. Optura 50 body Battery pack NB-2LH Compact power adapter CA-570 Stereo video cable STV-250N Wireless controller WL-D85 MultiMediaCard MMC-16 USB cable IFC-300PCU Shoulder strap SS-900 Digital video solution disk for Windows and Macintosh

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86 of 88 people found the following review helpful.
Not bad given the other options
By John Faughnan
I was looking for some very specific features when I bought this camera (I actually bought an Elura 90, used it for a week, and switched to the Optura 50 for the S-video I/O.) I’m a strictly family documentary person — most of my videos are done at home in poor light and using the widest angle settings.

This was my list:

mac iMovie compatible

light sensitivity (good images in dim home lighting at night)

analog to digital conversion w/ S-video I/O

reliable, tough – ideally made in Japan

wide-angle for images taken from 4-12 feet

quiet motor

warranty & service (1 yr base, 2 yr when extended by my AMEX card)

price comparisons include travel charger & extended life battery

image quality

focus capability – ideally a manual focus ring

16/9 ratio playback ok

sensor: 2mpix, 1/3.6 ccd

external mike jack

top loading

Overall the Optura 50 meets most of the items quite well. I think the indoor image quality is pretty good; better than the Elura 90. Not as light sensitive as my old SONY Hi-8, but it’s far smaller and lighter. This was my biggest concern, but I think the camera passes this one. The best results come with 3 CCD cameras with larger sensors — typically costing $3,000 or so.

Canon includes a ridiculous, worthless, still image camera. Sigh. (I have two fine Canon still cameras.) What a waste. They do, however, also include an S-video for higher quality analog I/O (you have to buy your own S-video cable though!). The 2005 Eluras now lack this feature (arghh).

The Optura 50 doesn’t have enough wide-angle range for my tastes (I still do 3/4 capture as my iMovie s/w expects that) but it does better than the Elura 90. It’s probably as good as one will get nowadays.

Mac OS X compatibilty is excellent. The manual is sparse but adequate. Digital passthrough is tricky to figure out (read the manual carefully) but it works well.

The camera is indeed made in Japan and it feels reasonably robust — as much as any competing device. The charger is compact, but I bought the reasonably priced very nice travel charger and an extended life battery.

19 of 20 people found the following review helpful.
Great feature-set and performance for the price
By Flashlight
The Optura 50 certainly isn’t perfect and there are any number of higher-priced cameras which outperform it. However, the feature-set and performance for the price make the Optura 50 an excellent value.

The automatic white balance on the Optura 50 is more easily fooled in difficult lighting than rival cameras so you may frequently find yourself manually choosing a white balance setting. It’s not a huge problem since the controls are easily accessed but it’s something to be aware of. Low-light is not this camera’s strong suit due to image noise.

A more serious issue is that a minority of units exhibit higher than normal tape transport noise. Several people including myself have had to exchange cameras that were much louder than they should have been. I haven’t heard of anyone who got two bad cameras in a row though.

Strengths:

Optical Image Stabilization (unheard of at this price-point)

Easily accessed controls

True, high-resolution 16:9 widescreen mode

Microphone-in port with manual audio level control (unusual at this price-point)

Accessory shoe (cold)

Tilting, extendable viewfinder

Weaknesses:

Other cameras provide a better image in low light

Automatic white balance could be both more accurate and more consistent.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful.
one nice family minidv camera
By rob
i’m a mac user who wanted a family camera so i can input footage into the mac and edit the footage. after spending way too much time researching video cameras online and at brick & morter stores, i purchased the canon optura 50.

the optura 50 has firewire which is needed to have the footage transfered from the camera into a mac and have the mac edit software (imovie/final cut express/final cut pro) “see” the camera. this aspect has worked flawlessly.

the optura 50′s specs are decent. it has the largest chip size of any 1-chip camera. now u can graduate to a 3-chip panasonic but this generation of panasonics does not come with firewire (see above).

the optura 50 also has knobs and buttons to access menu settings. i much prefer this to the sony’s touchscreen menu system which maybe fine for setting up a camera but interferes with the camera when in operation.

the optura 50 also has jacks for an external mic and light. all camcorders at this level have so-so on-board mics so the ability to add an external mic is a cheap solution to an obvious problem. but not all camcorders have an external mic input.

the optura 50 produces quality video outside. its color rendition is excellent. indoors it pays to offer all 1 chip camcorders as much light as possible. when that is done, the canon optura 50 does as well as others in this price class. the kid’s birthday parties have been fine, bringing the dog home was great, a surprise party for a friend all caught on tape.

for the price and the results i’ve gotten, i’d buy the optura 50 again. just one person’s experience.

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Canon Vixia Hf S30 Flash Memory Camcorder Packing in each feature a video passionate could ask for, the VIXIA HF G10 Flash Memory Camcorder is Canon’s new flagship buyer camcorder, supplying the uttermost in HD video performance and quality. Incorporating a 32GB internal flash drive, as well as dual SDXC-compatible card slots, it delivers particular storage capacity. Recording Full HD 1920 x 1080 video, the VIXIA HF G10 features a Genuine Canon 10x HD Video Lens (35mm equivalent of 30.4mm The VIXIA HF G10 allows you to record up to 12 hours of clear high definition video to a 32GB internal flash drive or to two SDXC-compatible memory card slots. With Relay Recording, the camcorder mechanically switches video recording from the internal drive to the SD memory cards when the memory becomes full. No need then to worry when it comes to running out of recording time for the duration of a thrilling, once-in-a-lifetime shot. With SDXC memory card compatibility, you’ll have card storage capacity from more than 32GB up to 2TB and ultra-fast info transfer speeds. You’ll likewise have the flexibleness of copying video from your VIXIA HF G10’s internal drive to the removable SD or SDXC memory cards. That makes it easy to insert the card into your computer or HDTV’s card reader and view your recorded footage immediately. Memory capacity MXP (app. 24Mbps) FXP (app. 17Mbps) XP+ (app. 12Mbps) SP (app. 7Mbps) LP (app. 5Mbps) 2GB 10 min. 15 min. 20 min. 35 min. 45 min. 4GB 20 min. 30 min. 40 min. 1 hour 10 min. 1 hour 30 min. 8GB 40 min. 1 hour 1 hour 25 min. 2 hours 20 min. 3 hours 16GB 1 hour 25 min. 2 hours 5 min. 2 hours 50 min. 4 hours 45 min. 6 hours 5 min. 32GB* 2 hours 55 min. 4 hours 10 min. 5 hours 45 min. 9 hours 35 min. 12 hours 15 min. 64GB 5 hours 55 min. 8 hours 20 min. 11 hours 30 min. 19 hours 10 min. 24 hours 30 min. (*) Size of built-in memory in VIXIA HF G10. When recording has continued for 12 hours, it will stop and then restart, automatically. The greatest or most complete or best possible memory capacity and recording time may be substantially increased by the combining of the internal memory and the size of the SD memory card chosen. For example, the VIXIA HF G10’s 32GB of internal memory, combined with two removable 64GB memory cards, would give 160GB in total memory capacity, and 61 hours 15minutes of recording time at LP setting. MXP and FXP modes record in 1920 x 1080 and require a Class 4 or higher SDHC Card.

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84 of 87 people found the following review helpful.
Beyond my expectations
By M. Gutierrez
Since I was a little kid with an 8mm film camera, I have tried in vain to make videos that had the look and sound of professional TV and movie productions.

I failed in many ways, many times. Sometimes due to my meager skills, sometimes due to the short comings of my cameras.
The Vixia HF G10 changes that. I can no longer blame my equipment.

Let me say now, I am not a professional video/film maker. I have had no formal training. My videos are for my own enjoyment, I record special moments and travels for myself and my family. I seldom display or publish videos on the Web.

I placed my order on Jan. 5th, the day of Canon’s new product announcement. Amazon was great, as usual, and kept my pre-order updated until the camera was released. I received it last week, and was immediately struck by the quality of the images.
So far, I have just been learning about the G10, and its features. I’ve made some stunning video studies of my flower and vegetable garden. Whether played back on the camera’s LCD screen, or on my big screen HD television, the images are sharp, clear, vibrant, and have the look of a professional documentary. In addition, the on camera microphones are far superior to any camcorder I’ve ever used. I have some large wind chimes near my garden and the playback of audio through my TV is astonishing. I have a Sennheiser MKE 400, but have not used it as yet, the on-camera sound is excellent.

What I like: Coming from a DV tape camera, the memory cards are the best thing since sliced bread. The ‘touch screen’ is very good. I did not think I would like it, but it is easy to use, responds well, and the menu system is somewhat intuitive. The Manual mode provides tons of recording and exposure options. In Programmed mode the camera will make several automated exposure adjustments as the scene or lighting changes. In Av mode the DOF control is excellent, and there are built-in ND filters available in Av mode that have already come in handy. I have not used Tv mode, but in full Manual the controls are easy to access and perform as well as my Canon EOS still camera.
Three modes of Auto focus and excellent, easy to use Manual focus. Zoom speed adjustment, very cool.
Cinema Mode: Sounds like a gimmick, works like a charm. The primary feature in Cinema Mode is a set of 9 filters for various cinematic effects. I like them all, and look forward to using them to highlight my scenes in my videos. It would be easy to over use these, I think. But the Nostalgic, Sepia, and Old Movie filters will surely get used, as will the Dramatic B&W. I’m thinking the Vivid would work on panoramic landscapes.
The whole memory card/built-in memory thing is wonderful. Transfer to a Win 7 PC is easy and fast. So far I’m sticking with the MXP 24P (true 1920 x 1080). It is the luxury I paid for, and I’m going to use it.

Things I don’t need: Still photos – nice but I have a great still camera. In camera editing and Decorations: just fluff to me. I guess these things have market appeal, but why does Canon add them to a camera aimed at the upper end video customer?

Things I don’t like: The initial impression that the G10 is a small, cheap-looking, plastic camcorder (I got over that when I saw how it performed). The shallow angle of the lens opening prevents adding after market wide angle conversion lens; apparently the only lens that currently fits is the very expensive Canon lens. The BP808 battery is small, and you need 2, or a larger BP819. There is no separate battery charger included, so you need one of those, too. The hot shoe is the Canon mini-shoe, so you need an adapter to use after market mikes or lights, or buy the expensive Canon accessories.

My still camera is a Canon 5D Mk2. It has fantastic video performance as well as awesome still image performance. I wanted the G10 to give me more flexibility for different situations; run-and-gun, handheld kind of stuff, ad hoc filming which I find difficult with the 5D Mk2.
That’s about all I can think of now. I would buy this camcorder again without hesitation. I would and do recommend it to anyone looking to take that next step up in video making.

I’ll try to post a short video soon, showing some of the images from the Vixia HF G10.

57 of 60 people found the following review helpful.
Simply Outstanding!
By Simpleton Peck
Let me first start out by saying, I originally wasn’t going to spend so much on a new camcorder. I had bought the Canon HF 100 a few years ago, and was fairly happy with it. It was nice, but definitely had its drawbacks. So, I started researching Canon’s new line for 2011 and was torn between the M40 and G10. Having the new CMOS Pro sensor was a must. Everything I read about the low light capabilities sold me. Basically Canon went with a smaller pixel count (exactly 1920 x 1080), which in turn makes the pixels larger and better in low light shooting. I originally bought the M40 and was very happy with it, but started to realize it wasn’t fitting all my needs. That went back, and I went with the G10. I have not looked back since!

People might wonder what the biggest difference is between the two, and the big ones in my opinion are the manual lens control, wide angle lens (makes a HUGE difference in my opinion), larger LCD (3.5 in. vs. 3 in.), color viewfinder, and dual recording slots that let you record to both sd cards at the same time. Boy, I wish I had this feature two weeks ago for my niece’s second birthday party. My sd card got corrupted while using the M40 and I lost her blowing out her candles and eating the first piece of cake. Now, if I had the G10, I would have had a backup of it recording to both slots simultaneously.

Image quality wise, I couldn’t be happier. The video quality just pops out and is silky smooth. I have made a couple videos with it and people are just in awe of the quality. I usually record in 60i because I like the smoothness. I know there are benefits of recording in 30p and 24p, but for home videos, I prefer 60i. Now if I was doing an amateur film, I’d probably go with the true 24p this camera offers. This camera has a lot of setting to meet your shooting requirements. I know a lot of people wish Canon included a 60p mode, but I honestly don’t see a reason for it, at least not now. Everything I’ve read about it, editing 60p is a complete nightmare. No thanks.

Speaking of modes, it does have an auto, manual, and cinema options. Manual of course gives you countless options, and cinema mode offers a variety of shooting preferences such as cool, vivid, dream, b/w, etc. You can search on youtube and see demonstrations of each.

One of the big selling points for me was the wide angle lens. Now I know you can always buy an optional attachment wide angle lens for the M40, but they add a lot of extra weight and in my opinion inconvenience of carrying around more equipment than necessary. I also think by the time you add in that cost to the camera, it’s not that much cheaper. I love having the wide angle lens built in and with me at all times. It’s truly something you get used to, and you won’t want to be without.

Build quality is exactly what I expect from any Canon product. Feels sturdy and should hold up to a lot of wear and tear. I’ve never had any issues with previous Canon products breaking on me, so I would expect the same from this one. I would say the only thing I don’t like on the newer Canons opposed to the older models is the touchscreen. It’s simply not as responsive as I would like. I’m probably spoiled on my iphone’s silky smooth touch controls. I guess it’s just something I’ll have to get used to. The only other feature I really miss from older camcorders is night vision. I don’t know why most companies got rid of this feature. I still bust out my old Sony SR45 for those occasions.

In conclusion, if you’re looking for an excellent prosumer camcorder with amazing low light, controls, and options, you won’t be disappointed with the HF G10. I’ve already ordered the DM-100 external mic (I like to do lots of outdoor shooting, so I need to eliminate the wind noise the best I can), and already have the VL-5 from my previous camcorder for better dark shooting. I think I’m set for almost all recording situations. I hope this was an informative review. Thanks for reading.

38 of 39 people found the following review helpful.
Extremely happy with my purchase
By M. Platt
I guess I was one of the lucky few who was able to get this camera early. I got mine 2 weeks ago and have been nothing but impressed with it. Right out of the box and in a medium lit interior room the picture was superb. I got a chance to take it out in the field for a bit and am extremely happy with it. Full manual control, a focus ring, an awesome and absolutely beautiful touch screen, what more could you ask for?

I especially appreciate the dual SD card slots and the recording options there. There are certainly going to be times where you’ll want to record to 2 cards at once and that will come in handy. But the ability to also record to the internal memory and then copy the contents to one of the SD cards in the card slots is also a great option.

The other things that are not mentioned in a lot of the bullet points for this camera that I am impressed with include the waveform monitor and peaking meters which come in handy for the manual exposure and focus modes. It also does zebra stripes so you have many options to get the perfect shots without relying merely on what you see through the viewfinder or on screen. Also, when you focus, by default, it automatically magnifies the center of the screen so that you can tell exactly what is in focus. Of course that can also be turned off if it is not your preference.

It is not a very large or very heavy camcorder either. That was my only reservation at first because I tend to prefer bulkier and heavier cameras. However this thing is so perfectly balanced in the hand and so rugged feeling that I am not concerned at all with the weight now.

I ordered 2 64GB SDXC cards with mine and at full resolution video recording it is reporting around 14 hours of recording time. Awesome! I also purchased the BP-827 battery, though I had plenty of recording time out in the field with just the standard battery as well.

Hope that helps anyone who might be on the fence about buying this one. If you have a model from last year then you may not need to upgrade yet. But it was definitely time for me to ditch the tapes and upgrade from my Canon HV30 and I am glad I did!

Update – June 21, 2011

I was able to take this camera on a trip last month to San Francisco, Napa Valley and Carmel by the Sea. The footage is simply amazing – but I did notice a couple of issues that I want to share with others who might purchase this camera.

Issue 1) The camera uses “dynamic IS” for image stabilization by default in both auto and manual modes. It does not appear that you can change this in auto mode but you can in manual mode (and this is a prosumer camera so you shouldn’t really use auto mode anyway) and I highly recommend that you change this. Use “standard IS” instead because dynamic IS tends to give you a wobble effect around the edges of your video. Google it for this camera and you’ll see lots of youtube videos and threads on forums about it. It is a non-issue if you just stick with the Standard IS and we’re still waiting to see if Canon fixes this in a firmware update.

Issue 2) This is not as big of an issue but I did notice that there is a bit of vignetting going on with the lens that appears to be just when I have the lens hood on and at full zoom. It’s a shadow effect around the edges. I recommend just using the lens hood when you really need it and only when you know you won’t be zooming in full as much.

I still maintain the 5 stars at this point because these are little things that you can easily get around and the wobble issue could likely be fixed by Canon soon anyway. It is one of those things that you deal with as an early purchaser and I have no regrets about buying this camera regardless. The footage I have made with this camera so far is absolutely stunning!

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The recorded images and videos can be reviewed on the screen, download to a computer, and/or displayed via the built in projector. The projector produces a good image from a few inches wide to up to 5 or 6 feet. You do need to dim the lights to see the projected image. The larger you display the image the darker you need the room. The kids (teenagers) have used this a few times at parties and it was a big hit. I used it at Thanksgiving and it was fun for everyone to see the video together. Battery life has been good – I’ve shot over an hour’s worth of video, 20 or 30 pictures and then displayed these via the projector all on one charge. The unit’s size and shape is OK, although a little on the large size for my younger teenage daughter. I had some problems with button sensitivity while holding the camera (zoon, etc) however there is a sensitivity setting which helps. There’s no flash, but there is a built in LED light. 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Sony Hdr Cx110 Hd Handycam Camcorder Have fun with the Sony HDR-CX210 Handycam camcorder, capable of finelooking 1920 x 1080 Full HD 60i recording. Get closer to your subject with the 25x optical / 30x extended digital zoom lens, and experience stunning low-light sensitivity and clarity with the back-illuminated “Exmor R” CMOS sensor. View everything with brilliant clarity on the 2.7-inch Clear Photo LCD touch screen. The HDR-CX210 likewise features 8GB built-in flash memory, SD / Memory Stick slot, HDMI output, built-in USB cable, Intelligent Auto Mode, Face Detection, Tracking Focus, SteadyShot effigy stabilization, wind noise reduction, and more! Sony HDR-CX210 High Definition Handycam Camcorder Most helpful customer reviews 18 of 18 people found the following review helpful. Decent Camera For The Price By Sniper1 Let me start off by saying this review is 100% my personal opinion and not fact. I am not a videographer or anything of the like, just an average consumer, looking for a nice video camera. - Look & Feel The first thing that struck me about the camera is the weight (or lack of it). The camera is very light almost to the point of feeling kinda plasticky (like a TV remote.) I suppose it could be a good thing for some but I prefer my electronics to have a bit of weight to them. I like the look of the camera it is very sleek and clean. The chrome accents really pop and look great. - Video Editing & Conversion The video editing is very easy and if you opt to store your data on an SD card it is a very quick process. The default folder structure is very easy to navigate to find the files and transfer them to your computer. The camera also has an attached USB cord in the handle so you don’t need and additional cords to retrieve your videos/pictures. - Battery Life & Other Features Battery life is OK not great, not bad just OK. On the highest video quality setting you will get about 120 minutes of filming which seems about right. My biggest gripe about this camera is there is no power button. The camera automatically turns on and off when you open or close the screen. It is nice because you probably won’t need the camera on with the screen closed but I would prefer a power button anyways. There is a switch to open/close the lens cover though which is good thing. The camera also has several different video settings sports, indoor, ect. The camera does a pretty good job of automatically switching between them (if you have that feature on) and generally looks good in them. - Video Quality & Lens The auto stabilization feature does its job well and it makes the video look significantly smoother. Shooting varies depending on light conditions. Daylight and outdoor look great, very crisp but it’s indoors that’s my problem. Filming indoor with decent light is extremely grainy. There is a lot of noise in the video; this isn’t a complete surprise but a bit disappointing considering the specs given and the alleged low light features. Using the low light setting just makes things grainy almost to the point of being unwatchable. As I have used the camera more I will update my review, also if you have any questions please feel free to ask. I will answer as best I can. Even though I am a bit disappointed in the indoor shooting quality I do like quite a bit about the camera. It is still pretty nice in the sub $400.00 range. 9 of 12 people found the following review helpful. This camera is dissapointing compared to previous models By prtochi It’s got a good sensor, Exmor R but that’s about it. Compared to previous model HDR-CX110 this camera has many things that are actually much worse and a big downgrade. For once they have the same Exmor R sensor so low light is great. This one however has a terrible screen and the angle views are really bad. HDR-CX110 had an excellent screen that showed the picture you were recording like in real life. I guess Sony tried to cut costs and put a terrible screen on it. Another bad thing is Zoom noise. It wasn’t an issue on 110 but here it is actually pretty loud and you will hear it when you’re zooming. I’m returning this camera and would suggest to anyone if you can find HDR-CX110 online to buy that one instead because it’s much better than this. See all 2 customer reviews… Sony Hdr Cx110 Hd Handycam Camcorder Image Sony Hdr Cx110 Hd Handycam Camcorder Picture Sony Hdr Cx110 Hd Handycam Camcorder Picture Sony Hdr Cx110 Hd Handycam Camcorder Image Sony Hdr Cx110 Hd Handycam Camcorder Picture Sony Hdr Cx110 Hd Handycam Camcorder Picture

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Sony Hvr Z5u Camcorder High Definition Introducing a genuinely awful new compact HDV camcorder from Sony. The HVR-Z5U camcorder is designed to heighten creativeness and deliver the most eminent general of optical and audio quality. Sony’s newly designed G Lens is integrated into the camcorder, boasting magnificent resolution, color, and contrast for breathtaking images that rival pricey interchangeable lenses. This new compact camcorder boasts Sony’s 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system, utilizing the technology of Exmor, to provide magnificent low-light sensitivity and making it idealisti when high performance in fixed light conditions is a requirement. The ergonomically designed body allows flexible shooting underneath any conditions, while sustaining Sony’s international reputation for quality and high performance. The popular features of the HVR-Z5U include 1080/24p/30p HDV native progressive recording modes. Sony’s new cutting-edge hybrid recording system incorporates an optional HVR-DR60 or HVR-MRC1K Memory Recording Unit, which allows simultaneous recording on tape and non-tape media for improve NLE workflow efficiency. The hybrid recording system is likewise capable of simultaneous HD and SD recording. Sony is without disturbance devising and expanding it is HDV lineup in response to professional user feedback. Features: Sony’s Exclusive High-performance G Lens Natural-touch Lens Operation Ideal Handheld Camcorder Design Two Screw Holes for Secure Connection 1/3 inch-type 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor System Enhanced Functionality with the Technology of Exmor Switchable Recording and Playback Built-in Down-converter for SD Production Selectable Progressive Modes HYBRID Ready with HVR-MRC1K Option XtraFine LCD Panel XtraFine EVF InfoLITHUM L Series Battery Compatibility HDMI Output Connector Two Accessory Shoe Connectors Versatile Audio Input Selection One-touch Clip-type Microphone Holder Smooth WB (White Balance) Smooth Gain MInus Gain AGC Range Configuration Advanced Histogram Picture Pro… Most helpful customer reviews 16 of 16 people found the following review helpful. An Amazing Camera By Pablo Castro The z5u is a serious piece of equipment. I’ve had it for a couple of weeks now, and only until today I feel I know it well enough to write a decent review. First off, the camera looks really sleek, feels solid and very well built. Its look isn’t as metallic as the Z1, but the feel is very similar. Of course, you can use it from day one with everything on auto, but if that’s all you’re ever gonna do, you’re better off with something much less expensive, like those tiny HD cameras that are popping up everywhere. Speaking of day 1, your first accesory is necessarily some kind of carrying bag or hard case. Sony has a backpack that’s amazing, but costs more than 500 bucks. I got the Kata bag, which is perfect. I also got the large battery, and the cables that are not supplied with the camera (Firewire, HDMI, XLR extension). Also, I got SONY HD Master minidv tapes, as well as a 6pack of regular sony minidv tapes. After some preliminary tests, I must say the image on the HD Master tapes is noticeably better… The main menu is easy to navigate, though it has enough levels you will get lost until you explore each a couple of times. One thing is, there are a lot of things on that menu, and the button and selecting wheel are really small… or perhaps my hands are too big? My main uses for this menu have been to select progressive or interlaced modes, and 60, 30 or 24 frames per second. Also, I’ve used it to assign all the assignable buttons under the handle, fine tune white balance temperature, set the handle zoom speed to its lowest setting (that way the handle zoom is my slow, controlled zoom, and the rear zoom is the fast one, very practical), and altering the gain setup (I left everything on 0, less grainy that way). The range of the G lens is perfect, since it goes from a wide angle to a 20x zoom. The 3 ND filters are great, though I’ve only really used the first one for an exterior shoot, which brought out the detail of a sunset brilliantly. The picture profiles are nice too, this is where you can make all sorts of color adjustments, including gamma, depth, wb shift, etc. Here I created a profile based on cinematone 2, only I connected it to a monitor and made some adjustments to my personal taste. These color profiles are assignable to easily accesible buttons, BTW. Both the stereo and shotgun microphones are excellent, though I haven’t used them extensively enough to offer a more complete evaluation. I don’t have the optional memory unit (MRC1K), but haven’t found it absolutely essential. It would be practical, but I’ve had no problems capturing HD video via firewire on Adobe PremierePro CS3, running on a Mac. I might purchase it though, but only after a nice tripod, a lighting kit, and a DOF adapter kit. Will post an update when this camera has endured more serious, long term usage, but initially it couldn’t be better. 3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Great Evolution By J. Thomas I have several of the older Z1s that have received lots of run time. The HVR-Z5U fixes many of the issues we have had with the Z1s. Wider angle, longer lens, Zebra level entry on the monitor, much better management of the mic controls and other subtle improvements. And of course the slow motion feature. So over all we could have probably bought a different machine but this is one proven producer. Well worth the money. 3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. A solid, functional workhorse By CharlieMike I love this camera. Tough, reliable, and completely functional. Two nits, however. First, it’s heavy for its size. I finally surrendered to the fact and now use an aftermarket shoulder mount. Second, when using the MRC1K memory unit (at almost $1000 and worth it) the largest battery one can use is the NPF770. Higher capacity batteries are too large to allow the mounting of the MRC1K. I like the memory unit for two reasons. First, it’s a back up to the tape. Second, it’s faster to dump the data from a CF card to a computer than doing from tape. See all 4 customer reviews… Sony Hvr Z5u Camcorder High Definition Image Sony Hvr Z5u Camcorder High Definition Photo Sony Hvr Z5u Camcorder High Definition Image Sony Hvr Z5u Camcorder High Definition Image Sony Hvr Z5u Camcorder High Definition Photo Sony Hvr Z5u Camcorder High Definition Picture

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Sony Bloggie Mhs Fs1 1080p Hd Video Camera Star in your own HD videos and photos with the dual-screen Sony MHS-FS2 Bloggie Duo camera. Front and back LCD screens makes self recording easy. Designed to capture and portion any moment, you may snap 5-megapixel photos and record and store up to two hours of HD video footage to the camera’s 4GB of built-in flash memory. Bloggie Duo Camera Double disturb Sporting a 2.7-inch screen on the back and a 2.0-inch screen on the front, the Bloggie Duo makes self-recording a snap. Self-recording made easy We all love to extend our arm and take fun pics of ourselves with friends. With the Bloggie Duo, you get a live view of what the lens sees. The full-color, 2-inch screen proves to be very convenient. Finding faces Face Detection engineering recognizes faces and optimizes camera settings for both video and still images, so faces are captured more distinctly and look more natural. Easy shooting. Easy sharing Now you may record and portion those must-see moments having little impact than ever. Every Bloggie captures HD video and fits right in your pocket. Best of all, uploading your videos to the internet is a cinch. Shoot When fun happens, your Bloggie is there. Shoot life’s must-see, must-share moments in beauteous high definition. Full HD 1080P Video Capture beautiful, 1080P video in the web-friendly MP4 format, perfective for uploading to internet sites like YouTube. The handy HDMI out even lets you watch videos on your HDTV. Auto-Macro shooting and 4x digital zoom    With the Bloggie Duo camera you’ll be capable to take pictures or video from as little as 4-inch away, perfective for capturing a business card or a new friend’s phone number. Sony Exmor CMOS sensor for high-quality video/stills    The Bloggie Duo camera’s  Exmor CMOS sensor delivers  high-quality video and pictures with less grain, even in challenging lighting conditions. Built-in rechargeable battery    The built-in battery contributes to the Bloggie Duo camera’s sleek and stylish design while powering the big 2.7-inch screen and camera functions. Built-in LED Light    The Bloggie Duo camera features an LED light that may support in low-light situations giving you more flexibleness when capturing your video. Razor Sharp Stills Capture up to 12.8-megapixel stills with impeccable detail for cropping shots or big prints. You may even use the Dual Record feature and simultaneously take pictures while shooting video. Image Stabilization Got shaky hands? SteadyShot effigy stabilization engineering is built in to aid reduce blur, making your videos and photos look even better. Connect Once you’ve caught the magic on your Bloggie, it’s time to connect your compatible Mac, PC or HDTV where you may do so much more. Built in USB Arm No cables needed. Just flip out the built-in USB arm and connect directly to your computer. It charges the camera, too Share it Later Tag videos and images on your Bloggie while on the go and mark them for upload to your favored internet sharing internet sites the next time the camera is connected to a computer. HDMI Out Just connect an HDMI mini cable (sold separately) and you may take delight in video from your Bloggie on your compatible HDTV. Share Why keep the fun to yourself? Connect to your world and share your experiences with friends and family. Share Privately Save the good stuff for your inner circle. Personal Space by Sony gives you free private sharing with friends and family when used with the built-in Bloggie software. Share Publicly Using the built-in Bloggie software, you may share your videos and photo with a few clicks. The Bloggie makes posting to your bestloved social network websites a snap. Compare all Bloggies Bloggie 3D Camera Bloggie Touch Camera Bloggie Duo Camera Bloggie Camera Key Feature 3D Video and still effigy recording capability Capacitive touch screen Second LCD for Self-recording Slim design HD Video 1920x1080p MP4 1920x1080p MP4 1920x1080p MP4 1920x1080p MP4 Still Images 5MP 12MP 5MP 5MP HD Record Time Up to 4 hours Up to 4 hours Up to 2 hours Up to 2 hours Recording & Playback on 2.4-inch LCD Vertical/horizontal 3.0-inch LCD Vertical/horizontal 2.7-inch LCD Vertical/horizontal 2.7-inch LCD Vertical/horizontal

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59 of 62 people found the following review helpful.
The Sony Bloggie – the “Dynamic Duo” !
By B. Colonna
The Sony Bloggie Duo is a compact camera which takes both still photos and video. It comes in several nice colors and has dual display screens.

What’s in the Box?
* The Bloggie with self-contained memory and battery, and a one year warranty.
* Wrist strap
* USB cable
* Typical consumer electronics paperwork (warranty info, Sony ad, etc.)

The box does not include a hardcopy user manual. When you plug in the Bloggi for the first time, you will be prompted to install the Bloggie software. You will see that the user manual (called the Handbook) is stored on the device. It can be accessed as needed, printed, downloaded, etc. It is about 40 double-sided printed pages.

If you are giving this as a gift, once you remove the outer box, you will find that the inner Sony box is handsome and will look nice to the recipient. It is a black cardboard type box with the Sony logo on top. It hinges open to reveal the Bloggie in a velveteen type compartment.
The Bloggie is very compact, yet carries a lot of features in its small footprint. At 4 ¼” long, a little over 2 ¼” wide and about ½” thick it is about as small as you can get for an HD camera/video recorder. It weighs about 4.9 ounces. The Bloggie is `smart’ and knows its orientation, so the display and soft menus will switch between landscape and portrait on the fly as you change how you hold the device.

The menu and keys are intuitive. The main control is a `joystick’ type which houses the main `Enter’ button and up/down/ left/right controls for various options. Above this are three buttons. From top to bottom, if holding the Bloggie landscape (or right to left if holding the device “portrait”), these buttons are: The menu button, followed by the middle button, which toggles the front display on/off, and last is the button to switch between recording/playback modes.

The 2.7″ screen on the rear is the main screen. You would use the front screen (2″) primarily for self-portraits, etc.; when on, it will mirror the main display. This is also nice if you want to watch something and share it with someone standing opposite you. Yes, you can use dual screen mode both during recording and playback! Both screens have excellent color and contrast, even in bright sunlight. The Bloggie also has an LED flash/backlight. These function well, especially considering the device’s small size. On the top is the On/Off button and shutter button, as well as the speaker and microphone; you need to avoid covering the latter when recording audio. On the bottom is the min-HDMI port and USB connector. I did not call it a USB port, because it actually unfolds from within the Duo’s body to form a built-in USB connector! All ports are completely hidden when not in use.

This brings me to the product’s one design flaw. This is NOT a serious defect, but worth mentioning. The built-in USB connector is meant to plug directly into the port on a PC, etc. In many cases, you should be able to plug in the built-in USB connector. However, if you can’t because, for example, you have a desktop PC with a recessed USB layout or ports without easy access, then you need to use the provided cable. The USB cable included by Sony is just 6 7/8″ long from end to end. If you use a laptop, you should be fine either way, as the camera can sit on the table next to your laptop, etc. But if you need to use the cable and aren’t at a table or you use a desktop PC/tower and can’t use the built-in connector, then the cable is a headache. You would have to let the camera dangle (not good!) or place it on something to raise it to keep it supported. Again, this is NOT a serious defect, but could impact someone if they have limited flexibility in accessing their USB ports or moving their PC. In those cases the cable is just way too short. Sony sells a longer one as an accessory. You can probably find a USB extender cheaper.

As for the Bloggie’s performance, you can select several photo options depending on what you want. It offers 0.4MP, 3MP, and 5MP still photos. 0.4MB would be for something where you want to save space, load files very quickly, but where quality is not a huge concern. 3MB is good for use on a PC or the internet, and the 5MB for prints. 0.4MP and 3MP use a 16:9 screen ratio, while the 5MP setting uses 4:3.

Storage-wise the Bloggie has 4GB of resident storage, which is not upgradeable. If storage is a concern, Sony also sells an 8GB Bloggie, but that model is not dual screen at this time. For the 4GB model reviewed here, it will hold slightly over 1,300 photos at 5MP. Like most cameras, the display will indicate the number of photos left.

For video, the settings are: 270 at 30fps, HD 720 at 30 fps, HD 720 at 60 fps (more suitable for sports and other fast action), and full HD 1080 at 30 fps. Files are recorded in MP4 format. Storage space for video recording will vary. For 480×270 (listed as `270′ on the Bloggie), you can store up to 8 hours of video. At 720/30 fps this drops to 2 hours, at 720/60 fps 1 hour, or 40 minutes for 1080 mode. What it amounts to is you can record in the lowest HD mode for up to 2 hours. Also, the Bloggie will allow a half hour of continuous recording for any one movie file.

The Zoom is 4x digital. In 35mm camera terms the lens would equate to a 47mm focal length. The sensor is a ¼” CMOS. The Duo has built in image stabalization. Battery life is decent and the typical considerations apply. If you use the backlight, the battery drains faster. It will typically hold out for a couple of hours.

Playback quality on the camera itself is what you might expect. Very good video, somewhat muffled audio. Playback on a PC has excellent video and audio. Through HDMI, the video and sound are both awesome. Like most electronics, the Bloggie does not come with an HDMI cable and you will need to buy an HDMI to HDMI-mini cable. At the time I got my Bloggie, Amazon was offering a cable free with a Bloggie purchase.

The software on the Bloggie is nice. You can certainly use software included with your Windows or Mac OS to manage the recordings on your Bloggie, but the software is worth a look. It gives you an interface to push your photos and video to Facebook, Youtube, etc. and also walks you through the registration for a free Sony Personal Space account which can help you easily share photos and video with family and friends through groups, notifications, etc. Obviously there are many ways to do this, but this one is included with the Bloggie if you want to give it a spin.

So, what’s the bottom line? I would not replace my higher end video recorder or digital camera with the Bloggie. For higher end recording, I need the features, flexibility, and zoom capability that a full size device provides. However, for a camera on the run, with plenty of features, the Bloggie Duo is fantastic. It is very small so you can stick it in a pocket or purse and carry it around all the time. Then you will be ready to video the kids, family, friends etc. on all those occasions where you always said “We should have brought the camcorder!” It really fits the bill for a conveniently sized, easy to use, reasonably priced camera/video recorder.

22 of 23 people found the following review helpful.
very easy to use
By Mary Bookhounds
I love this camera! I just got it yesterday and it only took about an hour to master the set up and charging. I used the online product guide for more detailed instructions since what came in the box didn’t really explain things all that well. Every thing about the camera is pretty idiot proof, meaning that I could use it straight out of the box with out too much online help. The online guide is easy to sort through as well and I know this can probably do a lot more than what I plan on using the camera for.

The camera has a nice white finish and is easy to wipe off, it is pretty light and will easily slip into a pocket. I like the carrying strap provided although it doesn’t make a big fashion statement in ugly industrial gray. The still pictures are amazingly clear and once I figured out the flash part for lighting, I was equally impressed. I didn’t even need the instructions to figure that out. It connects directly to your computer through a dongle or direct USB connection and loads to your preset Windows’ picture file. The USB port is really cool since it just pops out after pushing a button. There are setting to allow you to load directly to You Tube or a variety or other sites, but I haven’t tried that yet but it looks easy.

Taking short movie clips is where this camera really shines and it does really well both in low light and bright sunshine. I wanted this to capture some dog film and some short interviews and the definition is really amazing. The sound is in mono but extremely clear and records at the perfect level. I ran the camera and hour and half before the battery died. I also didn’t use the light function that much since I think that really drains the battery. Overall, if you are looking to take short videos and a few still pictures, this is a great camera to own.

18 of 19 people found the following review helpful.
Decent camera, unnecessary software.
By Marshall Carter
The Bloggie itself is a decent enough little camera for the price. Neither the video or picture quality is out-of-this-world good, but I really don’t expect it to be at this price-point. Video is definitely the stronger-suit of the Bloggie. At 720p (1280×720; 30fps) the videos can look very good, though they can also be very dark in low-light conditions (and the built-in light doesn’t help a whole lot, unless you like shadows). The Bloggie also has image stabilization, which is an almost necessary feature for this type of camera. Videos definitely look better when they’re not shaking everywhere.

As a still photo camera, the Bloggie isn’t quite as useful. Still photos have been dark and grainy most of the times that I’ve used it. Low-light makes it worse, I’ve never been able to get any particularly good photos out of it. It’s decent enough to take some snapshots here and there, but this won’t be replacing your dedicated still camera.

The hardware itself feels solid, although a textured surface might have been a better choice than the smooth, shiny finish. The only part I don’t feel comfortable about is the pop-out USB connector. You’ll probably want to use a USB extension cable with this (a very short one is included with the Bloggie, although if you’re plugging it directly into a laptop sitting on a surface, it works, although it takes a good bit of pull to get it out of the USB port). It’s convenient, but doesn’t feel particularly durable.

As for the much touted software that makes using your Bloggie easier, I have to ask why it’s even necessary. Was it really so hard to copy and paste your photos into folders or to upload them to whatever photo services you use? The Bloggie software is a bit bloated for what it is and doesn’t perform particularly well (and needs to update itself as soon as you install it). I’ve never been a fan of Sony’s software for its PC peripherals, and the Bloggie software doesn’t change that. It does what it’s supposed to do, but a lot of its touted functionality are in features I’ll never use. I might be an old fogey that doesn’t “get” the new “social media,” but I still don’t want to leave the management and uploading of my photos and videos up to an application, especially with Sony’s penchant for changing and removing features in their software packages.

Overall, I like the camera. It feels solid and takes decent video. The software is a take-it-or-leave-it affair, and I guess I should be thankful that Sony at least left me the option to still be able to navigate to the photo and video folders and be able to copy, cut, paste and delete as I see fit.

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