The HVR-Z1 1080i HDV camcorder can capture HDV,DV CAM and DV images at 60i, 50i, 30, 25 or 24 frames per second, in either SD or HD. This switchable 60/50 capability allows videographers to use just one camcorder to meet an array of client needs for both local and overseas markets. With native high resolution 16:9 widescreen CCDs and the ability to record and playback DVCAM and DV as well as HDV, the Sony HVR-Z1 allows you to continue shooting in Standard Definition today with the view of migrating to High Definition tomorrow. The brilliant results have to be seen to be believed. The HVR-Z1 features three newly developed super HAD 1/3" CCDs. These new 16:9 native CCDs, combined with a high quality 12x Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar Zoom Lens and Sony's new 14 bit A/D and DXP Digital Extended Processor, result in precise image acquisition with superb detail and clarity. The advanced CCD design allows more light to reach the pixel imager, reducing video noise and improving ...

The HVR-Z1 1080i HDV camcorder can capture HDV,DV CAM and DV images at 60i, 50i, 30, 25 or 24 frames per second, in either SD or HD. This switchable 60/50 capability allows videographers to use just one camcorder to meet an array of client needs for both local and overseas markets. With native high resolution 16:9 widescreen CCDs and the ability to record and playback DVCAM and DV as well as HDV, the Sony HVR-Z1 allows you to continue shooting in Standard Definition today with the view of migrating to High Definition tomorrow. The brilliant results have to be seen to be believed. The HVR-Z1 features three newly developed super HAD 1/3" CCDs. These new 16:9 native CCDs, combined with a high quality 12x Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar Zoom Lens and Sony's new 14 bit A/D and DXP Digital Extended Processor, result in precise image acquisition with superb detail and clarity. The advanced CCD design allows more light to reach the pixel imager, reducing video noise and improving the signal-to-noise ratio. The new HVR-Z1 records this exceptional imagery using the recently adopted HDV 1080i format onto a DVCAM mini cassette.