Compare Sony HVR-V1U Mini DV Camcorder to Sony HDR-FX1000E High Definition Camcorder

Sony is pleased to introduce the new HVR-V1U HDV camcorder, the world's first 1080p24 HDV acquisition tool. The HVR-V1U camcorder, along with the companion HVR-DR60 HDV Hard Drive Recorder, represents the latest addition to Sony's tremendously popular line of professional HDV products, and does NOT replace any of our existing camcorders. The HVR-V1U camcorder provides affordable HD acquisition by offering true 1080p image capture in a small camcorder form factor. Three ClearVid CMOS Sensors, combined with Sony's 14-bit Enhanced Image Processor, create an exceptional camcorder capable of capturing images at 1080p24, 1080p30, and 1080 60i. All video is processed at 1920x1080 at 60p in full 4:2: 2, for optimum picture quality. In the 1080 24p mode, the images are scanned at the full 1080 lines, and 2:3 pull down is added and recorded to the 60i HDV tape. From SD to HD, and 24p to 60i, Sony's HVR-V1U and HVR-DR60 offer an extremely versatile, high-quality production package for video professionals. Less

Sony Handycam® Camcorder - SemiPro HDRFX1000 SemiPro MiniDV/HDV Tape Camcorder Shoot and play back in broadcast-quality HDV 1080i for incredibly detailed recordings. With the 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensors™ with Exmor™-derived technology, you get a powerful camera that effectively puts professional-grade recordings and absolute control firmly in your hands. • 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensors™ with Exmor™-derived technology • Sony's wide-angle G Lens • Enhanced Imaging Processor • Optical SteadyShot image stabilization • 25P progressive scan mode for film-like shooting • CinemaTone Gamma and CinemaTone Color for cinematic colour reproduction Enhanced Imaging Processor The cutting-edge Enhanced Imaging Processor has been specially developed to maximise the CMOS Sensor's capabilities. Once light enters the lens, it enables high-resolution image recording through near instantaneous processing of enormous volumes of pixel data from the CMOS Sensor. 3.2 type Xtra Fine LCD 3.2 type Xtra Fine LCD has resolution of 921,000 dots. Less