The Sony HVR-Z7E is an HDV handheld camcorder featuring a lens mount. Previously unheard of for such a compact unit, the HVR-Z7E incorporates the convenience of a handheld camcorder with the flexibility of larger ENG cameras.

The camera can also record directly to compact flash cards, via the camera's supplied memory recording unit. Combined with Sony's entire family of HDV products, the HVR-Z7E is a great camcorder for almost any production, including documentaries, news, low-budget movies, music videos and industrials.

Sony HVR-Z7E is Camcorder with 1/3" type 3 ClearVID CMOS imagers, inter-changeable bayonet mount lens system and dual record-to-tape and record-to-flash memory capability.

Features

	Interchangeable Lenses: Users get the best of both worlds with this innovative camcorder. The HVR-Z7E's unique design is the first of its kind; a handheld camera with the interchangeable lens capability. Whether you are filming a movie or shooting a documentary, the HVR-Z7E has it covered
	ClearVID 3CMOS Technology: Sony's ClearVID sensors are positioned at a 45° angle. Since each pixel is positioned at this angle the result is far clearer diagonal lines. Images will appear crisper, without the apparent "jaggies" that often plague video signals
	Record to Compact Flash: The camera comes with an attachable recording unit, allowing users to record HDV and DV to CompactFlash cards. With cards getting larger and larger in capacity, the ability to take advantage of tapeless workflow while still using cheap media is a welcome addition
	High Definition on MiniDV Tapes with HDV: The HDV format, used in the HVR-Z7U allows high definition recording on standard MiniDV tapes. This is accomplished by using the very popular MPEG-2 compression technique used in many applications, including DVDs and satellite television
	24p Capability: In 24p mode, images from the CMOS can be 2:3 pulldown-converted and recorded onto tape in the standard 60i HDV format. The tape can then be played back or edited using an ordinary HDV system
	HDMI Output: Many consumer products are adopting High Definition Media Interface (HDMI) connections for transmitting uncompressed digital HD video signals. Sony has upped the ante by incorporating this into the already extensive array of video output choices on the HVR-Z7E

Specifications

Signal System	HDV: 1080/50i, 1080/25p, DVCAM/DV: 576/50i (PAL)
Image Device	1/3" 3CMOS Exmor Sensor system
Lens	Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T Zoom Lens, 12x (Optical) f = 4.4-52.8mm f = 32-384mm at 16:9 mode f = 39.5-47.4mm (4:3 mode) filter diameter: 72mm
Horizontal Resolution	1080 Lines
Minimum Illumination	1.5 lux (Auto Gain, Auto Iris, 1/30 Shutter)
Built-in Filters	Clear, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64
LCD Monitor	3.2", 16:9 Aspect Ratio, 1 MegaPixel Xtrafine LCD
Viewfinder	0.45", 16:9 Aspect Ratio, 852 x 480 Resolution
Scan Matching	Yes
Memory Card Slot	MemoryStick Duo Media
Shutter Speed Range	Auto: 1/50-1/1750 Manual: 50i/25p: 1/3-1/10000
Gain Selection	6, -3, 0 , 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 21 dB
VTR Tape Format	DVCAM Small Cassette HDV Record and Play DVCAM Record and Play DV Record and Play
Tape Speed	HDV: 18.8 mm/s DVCAM: 28.2 mm/s DV SP Mode: 18.8 mm/s
Maximum Recording Time	HDV: 63 min (with PHDVM-63DM Cassette) DVCAM: 41 min (with PHDVM-63DM Cassette) DV: 63 min (with PHDVM-63DM Cassette)
Audio Signal Format	HDV MPEG1 Audio Layer II DVCAM/DV 16-bit/48kHz 2 Channel Mode 12-bit/32kHz 4 Channel Mode
Audio Frequency Response	20Hz to 20kHz
Input and Output Connectors	Composite: 10-Pin Video/Audio (x1 Output) Component: Special Connector (x1 Output) FireWire/i.LINK: 6-Pin (x1 Input, x1 Output) XLR Audio: XLR 3-Pin Female, 2-Channel Headphone: Stereo Mini-Jack HDMI
Power Requirements	Battery Pack: 7.2 VDC AC Adapter: 8.4 VDC
Power Consumption	HDV: 7.2W DVCAM/DV: 6.9W
Operating Temperature	32-104°F (0-40°C)
Weight	5.3 lb (2.4 kg)
Warranty	ADORAMA 90 Day Warranty