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SONY HDR-AX2000 - $3999 - order in - usually takes
3 - 5 business days
Tapeless camcorder shoots to SDHC cards.
Dual XLR (+48V) Audio Inputs.
Sony's HDR-AX2000 makes for an impressive prosumer-level AVCHD camcorder perfect for documentaries, indie features, music videos and other applications where image quality won't be sacrificed for mobility and budget. Capture HD and SD video in AVCHD and MPEG-2 formats and save it to solid state media. Full 1920 x 1080 HD video, which can be recorded at 60i, 30p and 24p, is saved to either Memory Stick PRO Duo or SD/SDHC cards, then easily downloaded to computer for editing via USB 2.0 interface. Along with the three 1/3" CMOS Exmor sensors and 20x 'G' lens comes a new professional element: audio, in the form of dual XLR ports. This means direct input of balanced, pro-level microphones without the need for an XLR-to-mini adapter. Component, HDMI, and S-Video outputs are also available, allowing for direct connection with analog and digital displays. Other great pro features include the three control rings around the lens for iris, focus and zoom which bring a more reliable, intuitive feel to image adjustment, 4 built-in neutral density filters, color bars, zebra display, and a live histogram.
Film-like Progressive Scan 24p/30p
In addition to 1080/60i recording, the HDR-AX2000 offers a 1080/24p and
1080/30p Progressive Scan mode that enables shooting with film-like results.
Recordings are conveniently recorded to non-linear Memory Stick PRO Duo
media for editing and playback.
Up to 24Mbps AVCHD2 video
The HDR-AX2000 can capture video at up to 24Mbps for amazing clarity and detail,
ideal for recording on to Blu-ray® media since the AVCHD2 codec is highly
compatible with the Blu-ray format.
3x 1/3" Exmor CMOS Sensors
The HDR-AX2000 features three 1/3" Exmor CMOS Sensors, improving the color
reproduction of video recordings. Noise reduction is accomplished via the column
A/D converter and the unique grid arrangement of the photo diodes for maximum
light sensitivity.
Superior low-light (1.5 LUX)
Superior low-light ability with high sensitivity enables clear shooting of subjects
in light as low as 1.5 lux (at 1/30 fixed shutter speed with auto iris and auto
gain). This allows you to capture sharp detail and brilliant colors even in less
than perfect lighting, especially when professional lighting cannot be used.
Dual XLR (+48V) Audio Inputs
Professional quality video requires professional quality audio. Featuring dual
XLR 3-pin audio jacks, you will be able to provide +48V phantom power to external
microphones. Additionally, the grounded connection allows insertion/removal of
connectors in live equipment without picking up external signals.
Wide Angle G-Lens (29.5mm)
The HDR-AX2000 is equipped with a 29.5mm wide-angle G Lens made from advanced
Extra-low Dispersion glass which reduces chromatic aberration caused by light
refraction and captures video with extremely low color fringing. The 20x telephoto
zoom allows you to get close to the action.
Optical SteadyShot image stabilization
Optical SteadyShot image stabilization with Active Mode improves on existing
Optical SteadyShot image stabilization by allowing the camera lens to shift over
a greater range of motion allowing the camera to compensate for greater degrees
of camera shake and deliver a stunning level of image smoothness.
CinemaTone GammaTM & CinemaTone Color
For extra control over image expression, Cinematone GammaTM technology is used
to deepen the color and Cinematone Color to recreate film-like color tones. Cinematone
Gamma also allows operators to quickly set up and load a gamma curve with similar
contrast characteristics to a film gamma curve.
Three built-in neutral density (ND) filters
Gain more color control in extreme settings with three built-in ND filters for
adjusting the amount of light entering the image sensor through the lens. Depending
on shooting conditions, the operator can chose from Clear, 1/4, 1/16, or 1/64
filters. In strong, glaring sunlight these filters give users more flexibility
in choosing the shutter speed and aperture for superior creative control.
3x manual rings for superior control
The HDR-AX2000 has three independent manual rings (zoom, focus, and IRIS ) for
superior control and flexibility while filming which make it easier to promptly
make adjustments to meet shooting needs. The IRIS ring allows you to adjust the
aperture to attain optimal brightness and express beautiful depth of field shots,
highlighting a subject while blurring a foreground or background. Exposure can
also be assigned to the IRIS ring enabling the camera to automatically select
the optimal iris, gain or shutter speed, seamlessly enabling adjustment of exposure.
3.2" Xtra Fine LCD display1 (921k pixels)
The 3.2" (16:9) Xtra Fine LCD screen displays sharp, bright, vivid images,
letting you compose a shot more easily -- even outdoors, while enabling you to
change settings to best represent the scene. With 921K pixels resolution and
a wide viewing angle, the Xtra Fine LCD screen is like having a HDTV built into
your camcorder.
Enhanced Imaging Processor (EIP) Technology
The EIP processor is able to rapidly process the vast amounts of pixel data read
from the three 1/3" Exmor CMOS Sensors, and record beautiful HD and colorful
video. The Exmor CMOS Sensors were developed using the most advanced technologies
in the semiconductor industry. They handle video data in 1920 x 1080p and 4:2:2
color space for high-quality signal processing before recording it to the dual
Memory Stick PRO Duo media. Together, the EIP and Exmor CMOS Sensors imaging
system allows the HDR-AX2000 camcorder to provide extremely high image quality
with smooth gradation and detailed image reproduction.
Manual Gain/Shutter/ WB Adjustment
The ability to manually adjust gain, shutter speed, and white balance makes it
possible to fine-tune the HDR-AX2000 settings for near-professional operability
and advanced image expression.
Minus Auto Gain Control (Minus AGC)
When shooting in overly bright conditions, this feature enables the selection
of gain settings in the negative range for satisfying results with minimal noise.
Assignable Buttons
This feature allows you to conveniently assign features you use often to shortcut
buttons. The commonly used features can be used quickly without going through
a menu selection (default: Zebra, AE Shift, and Record Review). Additional features
that can be assigned: Extended Focus / Digital Extender (30x) / Ring Rotate/
AE Shift / Index Mark / SteadyShot/ Back Light / Spotlight / Fader / Smooth Slow
Rec / Color Bar / Rec Review / End Search / Zebra / Marker /Peaking / Picture
Profile.
Features at a glance:
1920x1080/60i with Film-like Progressive Scan 24p/30p
Superior 1.5lux- low-light 3x 1/3" Exmor CMOS Sensors
XLRx2 (Line/Mic/Mic+48V switchable) Audio Inputs
Wide Angle G-Lens: 29.5mm Wide to 590mm (20x) Telephoto
Optical SteadyShot image stabilization w/ Active Mode
Media Type: Flash card
Lens Type: Zoom lens
Optical zoom: 20 x
Maximum Aperture Range: F/1.6-3.4
Video Input: Camcorder
Display Size: 3.2 inches
Optical Sensor Resolution: 1.12 MP
Optical Sensor Technology: 3 Exmor CMOS
Optical Sensor Size: 1/3"
Viewfinder Type: LCD
Audio Input: Microphone
Microphone Operation Mode: Stereo
HDMI, Component out
Height: 7.4 inches
Weight: 4.6 pounds
Depth: 13.5 inches
Width: 6.8 inches