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Sony: Creator of the World's First 1080i HDV

Camcorder

In 2003, Sony in conjunction with JVC, Canon and Sharp combined

their talents to create a system that would finally allow both profession-

als and consumers access to true High Definition acquisition at Stan-

dard Definition prices. Sony's first professional HDV camcorder, the

HVRZ1U, entered the market as the first 1080i HDV camcorder avail-

able and changed the way the world looked at High Definition forever.

Starin Marketing assembled this HDV guide to make you aware of the

significant advantages Sony's HDV equipment has over other com-

petitive models.

Why buy a Sony?

Sony has always believed that true High Definition means 1080i, and

has put everything they know about imaging technology, image pro-

cessing and user features into the HVR series of products. What this

means is a solid and technically well balanced camera from the custom

Zeiss lens up front to the rugged tape mechanism in back.

Why Buy a Sony HDV Camcorder?

Take a look at the three main advantages that Sony offers over other

brands.

Extremely high quality Zeiss HD optics —Your recorded im-

age can be no better than the lens that produced it. Sony uses

Zeiss lenses specifically designed to match the other compo-

nents of the imaging system.

14 bit A/D converters and Sony Exclusive Digital eXtended

Processor (DXP) —The HVRZ1U and HVRA1U both use 14

bit A/D conversion which preserves a large exposure latitude

without needing any knee compression. This allows the DXP

image processor to intelligently create the best possible HD

image

14 bit A/D converters and Sony Exclusive Digital eXtended

Processor (DXP) —The HVRZ1U and HVRA1U both use 14

bit A/D conversion which preserves a large exposure latitude

without needing any knee compression. This allows the DXP

What is "HDV"

• HDV is a new video format for

recording High Definition

Video on standard DV

tape.

• HDV is a cost-effective step

up to the benefits of HD for

videographers,

independent film-makers,

corporate and other

professional users.

• HDV allows users to begin

the move to HD as their

workflow allows.

• HDV offers easy connectivity

via i.LINK, and fits

perfectly in existing DV

based Non Linear Editing

(NLE) systems available

from Sony and other

vendors.

• HDV uses industry standard

MPEG 2 coding at a data

rate of 25 Mb/s, the same

rate as DV and DVCAM.

HDV GUIDE ISSUE: 2006-1

Products Covered in this Guide

Cameras:

HVR-A1U.......................3

HVR-Z1U.......................4

Recorders:

HVR-M10U.......................5

Comparison Chart:.............6

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Summary

Introduction to HDV and Sonys Role

What is HDV Format?

Sonys Leadership in HDV Technology

Highlights Sony's role in creating the first 1080i HDV camcorder and its advantages.

Sony HDV Product Lineup Overview

HVR-A1 U Camcorder

HVR-Z1 U Camcorder

HVR-M10 U VTR

Sony HVR-A1 U Camcorder Details

HVR-A1 U Key Features

Details the CMOS imager, Zeiss lens, Enhanced Imaging Processor, and compact design.

Sony HVR-Z1 U Camcorder Details

HVR-Z1 U Key Features

Covers 3CCD imager, Zeiss lens, 14-bit A/D, HD/SD downconversion, and manual controls.

Sony HVR-M10 U VTR Details

HVR-M10 U Key Features

Focuses on switchable HDV/DVCAM/DV, downconverters, compact design, and timecode.

HDV Camcorder Comparison Chart

Camcorder Technical Specifications Comparison

Compares key specifications like imager, lens, illumination, and recording modes.

HDV Camcorder Connectivity and Features

Compares audio, connectivity, and convenience features across models.