The HVR-V1U offers 24p and 30p progressive scanning, in addition to 60i interlaced. The images captured at 24p are recorded on tape at a 60i field rate through means of 2-3 pull-down. Using a compatible nonlinear editor*1, this 2-3 sequence is recognized, allowing precise 24p editing of the HDV material. The 2-3 pull-down approach also allows the HVR-V1U to be easily integrated into existing HDV systems operating in 60i mode. In its compact, lightweight, and ergonomically designed chassis, the HVR-V1U camcorder integrates advanced technologies such as the newly developed 3 ClearVid CMOS SensorTM imaging system – which is only made possible by Sony’s industry-leading semiconductor technology – and a stunning optical 20x Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T*® zoom lens. Such features enable operators to capture vibrant, highly detailed HDV images with an extreme level of mobility, ease of use, and operational comfort suited for any shooting scenario. In addition to HDV 1080i recording and playback, the camcorder also offers DVCAMTM/DV recording and playback capabilities, as well as digital down-conversion of recordings made in HDV 1080i. These bridges between HD and SD allow the camcorder to be used in any DV-compatible system, whether it uses the HDV, DVCAM, or DV format. And for even greater power, the optional HVR-DR60 Hard Disk Recording Unit – which is optimized for use on the HVR-V1U camcorder – streamlines the subsequent editing and archiving processes.

Adding this unit allows images captured by the camcorder to be simultaneously recorded to tape and hard disk. After a shoot is complete, simply connecting the HVR-DR60 to a compatible nonlinear editing system provides quick access to files from the editing software and completely eliminates the time-consuming digitizing process. With a maximum recording time of 4.5 hours on the HVR-DR60, this hybrid tape and hard disk recording system offers a multitude of benefits for shooting, editing, and archiving SD and HD material. Available at a price comparable to Sony DVCAM handheld camcorders, the HVR-V1U offers new creative shooting opportunities to both the HD and SD worlds.

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