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Sony Handycam HDR-FX7 comparison

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Price $1,749.00 to $2,399.99 $1,599.00 to $3,299.95 $4,999.95 $4,299.95 $4,989.99
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Release date October 15, 2006 November 15, 2005 November 01, 2006 November 15, 2004 November 22, 2005
The Bottom Line The Sony Handycam HDR-FX7 is an excellent high-definition camcorder from a video perspective, but it's less satisfying if you're an audio control freak. Panasonic has listened. The third incarnation of the AG-DVX100 offers unrivalled bang for the buck in a prosumer standard-definition MiniDV camera. Canon's XH A1 and XH G1 are excellent camcorders for entry-level professionals and independent filmmakers, with hard-to-beat prices for what they offer. Though it lacks some audio flexibility and isn't recommended for 24fps shooting, the HDR-FX1 provides advanced consumers with professional-level video controls and entry-level pros with an affordable starting camcorder. With its AG-HVX200, Panasonic raises the bar again, bringing us professional HD versatility and quality at a lower price than ever.
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Features
Wireless connectivityInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableYes (IrDA)
Info unavailable
Lens apertureInfo unavailableF/1.6
F/1.6
F/1.6-2.8
Info unavailable
Flash typeInfo unavailableNone
None
No
Built-in
Media typeMini DV (HDV)
Mini DV
Mini DV (HDV)
Mini DV (HDV)
DV
DVCPRO
DVCPRO HD
P2 Card
Optical zoom20 x
10 x
20 x
12 x
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Optical sensor type3 ClearVid CMOS
3CCD
3CCD
Super HAD 3CCD
3CCD
Video input typeCamcorder
Camcorder
Camcorder
Camcorder
Camcorder
Battery technologyLithium ion
Info unavailableInfo unavailableLithium ion
Lithium ion
Battery included qty1
1
Info unavailable1
1
Min illumination4 lux
3 lux
0.4 lux
3 lux
Info unavailable
WeightInfo unavailable3.7 lbs
4.7 lbs
4.4 lbs
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Image stabilizerOptical (Super Steady Shot)
Optical
Optical
Optical (Super Steady Shot)
Optical
Optical sensor size1/4"
1/3"
1/3"
1/3"
1/3"
Effective sensor resolution1.04 megapixels
3.8 megapixels
Info unavailable921600 pixels
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Service & support typeInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailable1 year warranty
Manual focusManual
Automatic
Manual
Automatic
Manual
Automatic
Manual
Automatic
Manual
Automatic
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