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Sony HVR-Z7U comparison

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Price $4,899.00 to $6,339.99 $4,999.95 Check Prices $4,699.00 Check Prices
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Release date November 01, 2006 November 15, 2004 November 22, 2005 January 01, 2006
The Bottom Line 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. Canon's semipro high-definition XL H1 video camera is a winner for event, reality, ENG, and documentary shooters, but its price is high.
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Features
Wireless connectivityInfo unavailableInfo unavailableYes (IrDA)
Info unavailableInfo unavailable
Lens apertureF/1.6-2.0
F/1.6
F/1.6-2.8
Info unavailableF/1.6-3.5
Flash typeNone
None
No
Built-in
None
Media typeMini DV (HDV)
Mini DV (HDV)
Mini DV (HDV)
DV
DVCPRO
DVCPRO HD
P2 Card
Mini DV (HDV)
Optical zoom12 x
20 x
12 x
Info unavailable20 x
Optical sensor type3 ClearVid CMOS
3CCD
Super HAD 3CCD
3CCD
3CCD
Video input typeCamcorder
Camcorder
Camcorder
Camcorder
Camcorder
Battery technologyInfo unavailableInfo unavailableLithium ion
Lithium ion
AA Alkaline
Battery included qtyInfo unavailableInfo unavailable1
1
1
Min illumination1.5 lux
0.4 lux
3 lux
Info unavailable0.5 lux
Image stabilizerInfo unavailableOptical
Optical (Super Steady Shot)
Optical
Optical
Weight5.3 lbs
4.7 lbs
4.4 lbs
Info unavailable5.3 lbs
Optical sensor size1/3"
1/3"
1/3"
1/3"
1/3"
Effective sensor resolutionInfo unavailableInfo unavailable921600 pixels
Info unavailable1.17 megapixels
Service & support typeInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailable1 year warranty
Info unavailable
Manual focusManual
Automatic
Manual
Automatic
Manual
Automatic
Manual
Automatic
Manual
Automatic
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