Sony NEX-VG30H User Manual (English)

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16.1MP Exmor

APS-C HD CMOS sensor

With approximately 19.5 times the surface area of conventional camcorders, the 16.1MP Exmor

APS-C HD CMOS sensor makes getting cinematic video with a shallow depth of eld video a

breeze.

Direct power zoom w/ variable zoom speed control

The NEX-VG30 was built with an all new powered zoom seesaw lever for variable and constant

speed electronic zooming. The easily accessible lever supports 2x digital zoom that can be used

with both variable and xed focal length lenses.

Sony E-mount 18-200mm OSS image stabilized zoom lens included

The new NEX-VG30H ships with a new Sony E-Mount 3.5-6.3 OSS zoom lens. The new lens provides

an 11x zoom ratio for superior versatility. Take advantage of 6 selectable zoom speeds. The result

is convenient and smooth zooming for your productions. Made to shoot video, it also includes

a silent auto-focus system coupled with Optical Steadyshot™ image stabilization with Active

Mode3, giving you the exibility of a removable lens with the ergonomics and operability of a

Handycam

camcorder.

XGA OLED Tru-Finder™ EVF w/ eye sensor

There’s never been anything quite like the Tru-Finder™ OLED electronic viewnder. For size, speed

and brightness even aer sunset, this is a gem. It begins with 2359K dots for amazing resolution

and high contrast ratio for incredible depth. OLED reduces motion blur to a bare minimum. You

can also see the results of camera adjustments in real time with superb color and detail.

Quad Capsule Spatial Array Stereo Microphone

High quality video requires high quality audio. The Quad Capsule Spatial Array stereo

microphone contains four precision placed microphone capsules that are perfectly angled at 45

degrees to provide exceptional front-side directivity and stereo separation.

Mic/Headphone jacks

Dedicated mic and headphone inputs allow for attachment of external microphones (like

shotgun microphone ECM-CG50 for pin point sound recording) and headphones to monitor

sound.

Vegas

Movie Studio HD Platinum 11

Included free of charge via download, Sony Vegas

Movie Studio HD Platinum 11 allows you to

easily add video eects, background music, titles, text, transitions, and much more. Everything

you need to create dramatic HD movies like a pro. Share your creations via DVD, Blu-ray Disc™

media, or upload to the web – all from one easy to use program.

16.1MP RAW Still Images at up to 6fps

Enjoy incredible DSLR-quality detail and clarity with 16.1MP RAW still images and even catch fast

action sequences with a continuous burst rate of up to 6fps.

Accepts DSLR A- and E-mount lenses5

Using the LA-EA2 adaptor with translucent mirror technology and a built-in AF motor (sold

separately), you can attach the full selection of A- and E-mount system lenses, which includes

all current models, dozens of Minolta A-mount lenses, and an installed base of millions of lenses

worldwide. Operational restrictions apply.

Videographers may also use the LA-EA1 mount

adaptor for standard A-mount lens compatibility.

Comprehensive Manual Control

NEX-VG30H

Prosumer Interchangeable lens HD Camcorder

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Sony NEX-VG30H Specifications

General

Sensor Type	CMOS
Sensor Size	APS-C (23.5 x 15.6 mm)
Effective Pixels	16.1 MP
Image Processor	BIONZ
Lens Mount	Sony E-mount
Continuous Shooting Speed	up to 6 fps
Recording Format	AVCHD, MP4
Microphone	Built-in stereo microphone
LCD Screen Resolution	921, 600 dots
Viewfinder Coverage	100%
Image Stabilization	Optical SteadyShot
Video Resolution	1920 x 1080
Audio Recording	Dolby Digital 2ch
Microphone Input	Yes (3.5mm stereo minijack)
Headphone Jack	Yes (3.5mm stereo minijack)
LCD Screen Size	3.0 inches
Viewfinder	Electronic
HDMI Output	Yes
USB	USB 2.0
Storage Media	Memory Stick PRO Duo/PRO-HG Duo/SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Battery Type	NP-FV70
Audio Input	3.5mm stereo mini jack