HDR-UX1
High Definition
Record in high-definition and standard definition video directly to a DVD with the HDR-UX1 camcorder.
Supporting a variety of DVD formats (-R/-RW/+RW and +R DL), you can easily and quickly record and share your
videos and still images.
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New
2.1 Megapixel (Gross) ClearVid™ CMOS
Sensor
1/3" ClearVID™ CMOS Sensor with 1990K
(effective) pixels provides stunning detail
and clarity with exceptional video (up to
1080 lines of horizontal resolution - HD;
530 lines of horizontal resolution - SD)
and still image performance. The
Megapixel technology enhances your
digital videos and digital still (3980K)
photography performance.
DVD Format Video Recording
The DVD recording format, in both
MPEG2 (SD) and AVCHD delivers digital
picture and sound quality comparable to
that of MiniDV and High Defitition, but on
DVD. Playback of these DVDs couldn't be
simpler (depending upon the playback
device used). Afterfinalizing the disc in
the camcorder, the disc can play back in
most DVD Players (SD), computers, Blu-
Ray Disc™ players and even
PlayStation® 3 video game consoles.
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DVD-R/-RW /+RW Compatible
The HDR-UX1 is compatible with a variety
of DVD formats allowing the ease of use
and simplicity found in DVD Media .
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DVD+R DL (Dual Layer) Compatible
Using DVD+R Dual Layer (DL) media you
can now record up to 60 minutes of High
Definition (1080i) content.
10X Optical/80X Digital Zoom
The optical zoom helps to bring the
action close up from far away. In addition,
the Digital Zoom interpolation means
that extreme digital zooming is clearer,
with less distortion than previous types
of digital zooms.
Professional Quality Carl Zeiss® Vario-
Sonnar® T* Lens
Carl Zeiss lenses have an advanced
optical multi-layer coating for increased
contrast. This results in vivid image
brilliance, true-to-life color saturation
and perfect renditions of subtle tones.
The additional T coating on the lens
further reduces unwanted glare and
flare.
Dolby® Digital 5.1ch Recording
The HDR-UX1 will record in Dolby Digital
5.1ch surround sound with a built-in
microphone. By recording in 5.1 channel
surround sound you can now experience
your home movies with active sounds
coming from all directions. Enjoy your
personal home movies the way you
experienced them while recording.
3.5" Wide (16:9) Touch Panel Hybrid Clear
Photo™ LCD plus Display (211K Pixels)
The 3.5" Wide (16:9) LCD screen provides
excellent viewing clarity with improved
resolution. The high resolution 211K pixel
LCD screen rotates up to 270 degrees for
multiple viewing angles providing sharp,
detailed images for monitoring or
playback, and the widescreen format
makes shooting in 16:9 mode and
composing shots even easier.
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Smooth Slow Recording
By increasing the record rate from 60 fields
per second (fps) to 240 fps for 3 seconds
allowing you to capture 3 seconds of fast
motion and play the video back in 12
seconds. This is great for analyzing a golf
swing or a viewing a bird in flight.
Digital Still Memory Mode with Memory
Stick Duo™ Media
Capture still images up to 2304x1728
resolution, directly onto Memory Stick
Duo™ Media for easy transfer to PCs for
emailing, printing or sharing with other
compatible Memory Stick™ devices.
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Super SteadyShot® Picture Stabilization
System
An advanced version of Sony's SteadyShot®
system that controls an even higher range
of shake and vibration frequencies, to
achieve an even higher level of smoothness
without degradation of video like some
other image stabilization systems.
On Screen Zoom and Record Buttons
For additional control of the camcorder, the
HDR-UX1 features Zoom and Record
buttons on the frame of the LCD screen. This
allows the user more flexibility when
holding the camcorder, especially in
overhead or low angle shots.
USB 2.0 Interface
USB 2.0 interface provides an easy way to
connect your DVD Handycam Camcorder to
the computer for fast transfer of video and
still images to your computer for editing.
The camcorder can also be used as an
external DVD burner, convenient for
making copies of your DVDs or burning
edited movies.
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One Touch Wide Angle Shooting
With just a touch of a button (Menu) easily
switch between 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios
for recording.
Progressive Shutter System
A mechanical shutter system that provides
progressive scan performance while
utilizing an interlaced scanning system.
Digital still images will be sharp and clear
with excellent definition.
Active Interface Shoe
Provides a location directly on the
camcorder to which one may add optional
accessories while providing power and two-
way communication with those accessories.
Super NightShot® Infrared System
With Sony's NightShot Infrared System you
can capture natural looking video, even
when shooting in low light. Record subjects
up to 20 feet away using the built-in
infrared system.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
InfoLithium® Battery with AccuPower™
Meter System
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Manual Focus
Program AE (Auto Exposure) Modes
Picture Effects
Fader Effects
Battery Information
Easy Handycam Button
Multi-Language Menu