Continuing on from the general CES announcement thread to this one for just the two new high end HD Camcorders for those, like me, who intend to buy one of these models.
Old Thread:
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1105798
They are up on B and H now.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...efinition.html
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...efinition.html
The only difference noted is that the 520V doubles the storage capacity to 240GB. Personally I think I am going to save the $300 and just get the 120GB version and invest in Memory Stick cards if I need more than that.
Official user docs here:
http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/mod...?mdl=HDRXR520V
In depth review here with clips:
http://www.infosyncworld.com/reviews...20v/10187.html
Old Thread:
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1105798
They are up on B and H now.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...efinition.html
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...efinition.html
Quote:
Offering all of the latest advancements in Handycam camcorder technology, the HDR-XR500V camcorder is ideal for capturing the moment in high definition (HD). Record breathtaking 1920 x 1080 HD video and 12.1 megapixel still images directly to the internal 120GB hard drive. In addition to a professional-quality Sony G lens, this camcorder features a new, larger 1/3.15" ClearVid CMOS image sensor with Exmor-R technology, which delivers superior low-light performance. Additional features include Face Detection and Smile Shutter technology, a built-in GPS receiver, stunning image stabilization and flexible playback and transfer options.
Key Features
• Camera
* 1/2.88" ClearVid CMOS image sensor with Exmor R technology
* 120GB hard disk drive
* Back-illuminated Exmore R CMOS
* 3.2" wide touch panel Xtra Fine LCD display
* Sony G Lens
* 12X Optical zoom
* Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization
* Face Detection
* Smile Shutter
* Geotagging with built-in GPS receiver
* BRAVIA Sync
* HDMI connection
* Adjustable 0.27" color viewfinder
* Active Interface Shoe
* Power On by opening LCD
* Map Index function
* Dedicated Mic and Headphone jacks
* Dual record with 8.3Mp still image capture
* Assignable Dial
* Adjustable 0.27" color viewfinder
• Video Recording
* 1920 x 1080 HD
* Highlight Playback
* Dolby digital 5.1 channel recording
* Smooth Slow Record
* Film Roll Index
• Still Image Capture
* 12.1Mp Images
* Built-in intelligent flash
• Storage
* Hybrid recording of video and still image to the 120GB HDD or Memory Stick PRO Duo Media
Offering all of the latest advancements in Handycam camcorder technology, the HDR-XR500V camcorder is ideal for capturing the moment in high definition (HD). Record breathtaking 1920 x 1080 HD video and 12.1 megapixel still images directly to the internal 120GB hard drive. In addition to a professional-quality Sony G lens, this camcorder features a new, larger 1/3.15" ClearVid CMOS image sensor with Exmor-R technology, which delivers superior low-light performance. Additional features include Face Detection and Smile Shutter technology, a built-in GPS receiver, stunning image stabilization and flexible playback and transfer options.
Key Features
• Camera
* 1/2.88" ClearVid CMOS image sensor with Exmor R technology
* 120GB hard disk drive
* Back-illuminated Exmore R CMOS
* 3.2" wide touch panel Xtra Fine LCD display
* Sony G Lens
* 12X Optical zoom
* Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization
* Face Detection
* Smile Shutter
* Geotagging with built-in GPS receiver
* BRAVIA Sync
* HDMI connection
* Adjustable 0.27" color viewfinder
* Active Interface Shoe
* Power On by opening LCD
* Map Index function
* Dedicated Mic and Headphone jacks
* Dual record with 8.3Mp still image capture
* Assignable Dial
* Adjustable 0.27" color viewfinder
• Video Recording
* 1920 x 1080 HD
* Highlight Playback
* Dolby digital 5.1 channel recording
* Smooth Slow Record
* Film Roll Index
• Still Image Capture
* 12.1Mp Images
* Built-in intelligent flash
• Storage
* Hybrid recording of video and still image to the 120GB HDD or Memory Stick PRO Duo Media
The only difference noted is that the 520V doubles the storage capacity to 240GB. Personally I think I am going to save the $300 and just get the 120GB version and invest in Memory Stick cards if I need more than that.
Official user docs here:
http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/mod...?mdl=HDRXR520V
In depth review here with clips:
http://www.infosyncworld.com/reviews...20v/10187.html
