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Introduction
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01.Product Tour
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02.Color & Noise Performance
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03.Motion & Resolution Performance
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04.Low Light Performance
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05.Audio
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06.Compression & Media
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07.Manual Controls
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08.Still Features
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09.Handling & Use
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10.Playback & Connectivity
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11.Canon XL H1A Comparison
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12.Sony HVR-Z5U Comparison
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13.Panasonic AG-HVX200 Comparison
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14.Conclusion
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15.Photo Gallery
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16.Specs and Ratings
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17.Comments
Sony HDR-FX1000
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Sony HDR-FX1000 versus Sony HVR-Z5U
• The HVR-Z5U is the professional version of the HDR-FX1000
• It features progressive CMOS sensors, which enable it to capture 24p and 30p footage natively
• The camcorder also has more audio connections (2 XLR ports) and a better onboard microphone
The Sony HVR-Z5U is an enhanced version of the HDR-FX1000, which means it also records HDV footage to MiniDV tape. It has more audio controls, a better onboard microphone, natively progressive CMOS sensors, and costs an extra $1750. Is the HVR-Z5U worth all the extra money just for what appears to be a slight upgrade? We'll have a review of the model soon, so we'll be able to let you know exactly what the higher cost gets you.
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| Sony HDR-FX1000 | Sony HVR-Z5U | |
| Price | $3199 | $4950 |
| Primary Recording Media | MiniDV tape | MiniDV tape |
| Still Image Media | Memory Stick Pro Duo | Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Image Sensor | Three 1/3-inch CMOS | Three 1/3-inch progressive CMOS |
| Effective Pixel Count | 1.04 Megapixels | 1.04 Megapixels |
| Lens Mount | No interchangeable lens | No interchangeable lens |
| Audio Input | 3.5mm mini-jack | 2 XLR, 3.5mm mini-jack (2-channel capable) |
| LCD/Viewfinder | LCD Screen : 3.2-inch; Approx 921,000 pixels Viewfinder : 0.45-inch; Approx 1,227,000 pixels |
LCD Screen : 3.2-inch; Approx 921,000 pixels Viewfinder : 0.45-inch; Approx 1,227,000 pixels |
| Weight | 2100g (4.56 lbs.) fully loaded | 2600g (5.7 lbs) fully loaded |
| Dimensions | 169 × 178 × 349mm (6.75 x 7 x 13.9 in.) | 169 x 188 x 451mm (6.75 x 7.5 x 17.9 in.) |
| Uncompressed Video output | No | No |
| Optical Zoom | 20x | 20x |
| Frame Rates | HDV: 60i, 30p, 24p | HDV: 60i, 30p, 24p (native progressive) |
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