Updated Nov 10/11
Sony NEX-VG10 - $1499 - special order - usually takes
3 business days
The NEX-VG10 video camcorder has the same 14 megapixel Sony Exmor™ APS
HD CMOS sensor that Sony builds into the full-sized Alpha DSLRs. Kit
includes Sony SEL18200 E-mount 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 Lens and records Full
HD to SD Cards. Mini-jack mic input and headphone input for audio
recording and monitoring.
The Sony NEX-VG10 Interchangeable Lens Handycam is the first-ever large sensor video camera, merging the rich colors, enhanced light sensitivity, and shallow depth-of-field of video DSLRs with the shape, size, and functionality of a camcorder.
Presenting a creative breakthrough: the first Handycam® camcorder
to accept interchangeable lenses. The ergonomically designed NEX-VG10 camcorder
has a large Sony Exmor™ APS HD CMOS sensor that boasts 19.5 times
the surface area of conventional camcorders resulting in gorgeous, cinematic,
depth of field. Shoot AVCHD™ video at up to 24Mbps at full 1920x1080/60i
HD resolution and still photography up to 14 megapixels. Pursue your creative
vision with the supplied 11x zoom 18-200mm Optical SteadyShot™ image-stabilized
lens. You can also add your favorite A-mount lenses including award-winning
G lens and Carl Zeiss® lenses, via an adaptor (sold separately). A
Quad-Capsule Spatial Array stereo microphone records spectacular audio
to complete your creative vision.
The Creativity of Changing Lenses
Open up a world of creative options and attach a lens to match your shooting
situation. The NEX-VG10 is compatible with the Sony E-mount Series of
smaller, lighter lenses which are optimized for video shooting with silent
operation and auto-focus, as well as Sony Alpha and Konica Minolta A-mount
lenses (via optional LA-EA1 adapter.
Bigger Sensor, Better Videos
The NEX-VG10 has the same sensor format that Sony builds into the full-sized
Alpha DSLRs. With 19.5 times the surface area of conventional camcorders,
the large Exmor™ APS HD CMOS sensor makes capturing cinematic video
with a shallow depth of field a breeze.
Superb Audio Recording
High-quality video requires high-quality audio. The Quad Capsule Spatial
Array stereo microphone contains four precision placed microphone capsules
to provide exceptional front-side directivity and stereo separation.
There's also a microphone jack for external microphones as well as a
stereo headphone jack for precise audio monitoring.
Stunning Still Image Snapshots
Enjoy incredible DSLR quality detail and clarity with 14MP still images
and even catch fast-action sequences with a continuous burst rate of
up to 7 fps. Plus, your pictures will look amazing with great still image
features such as Auto HDR, Hand-held Twilight, Anti Motion Blur and more.
Included 18-200mm E-mount Lens
Made to shoot video, the supplied 18-200mm E-mount lens provides an 11x
zoom ratio for superior versatility. It also features a silent auto-focus
system coupled with Optical Steadyshot™ image stabilization with
Active Mode, giving you the flexibility of a removable lens with the
ergonomics and operability of a Handycam camcorder.
Free Professional Editing Software for Windows
Included free of charge via download, Vegas Movie Studio HD Platinum 10
gives you everything you need to create dramatic HD movies like a pro.
Easily add video effects, background music, titles, text, transitions
and much more. Share your creations via DVD, Blu-Ray Disc™, or
upload to the web—all from one easy to use program.
Key Features
* Interchangeable lenses
* The NEX-VG10 is compatible with Sony's E-mount series of smaller, lighter
lenses which are optimized for video shooting with silent operation and
AF as well as Sony/Minolta A-mount lenses (via optional LA-EA1 A-mount
adapter) to open up a world of creative options.
* Exmor™ APS HD CMOS sensor
* The same sensor format that Sony builds into the standard size Alpha
DSLRs. With approximately 19.5 times the surface area of conventional camcorders,
the Exmor™ APS HD CMOS sensor makes getting cinematic video with
a shallow depth of field a breeze.
* Quad Capsule Spatial Array stereo microphone
* High quality video requires high quality audio. The Quad Capsule Spatial
Array stereo microphone contains four precision placed microphone capsules
to provide exceptional front-side directivity and stereo separation.
* 14 MP Still Images at up to 7 fps
* Enjoy incredible DSLR-quality detail and clarity with 14 MP still images
and even catch fast actions sequences with a continuous burst rate of up
to 7 fps.
* E-Mount SEL18-200mm OSS zoom lens
* The Sony E-Mount 18-200mm lens provides an 11x zoom ratio and effective
focal range of 27mm-300mm (35mm equivalent) for superior versatility. Made
to shoot video, it also includes a silent auto-focus system coupled with
Optical Steadyshot™ image stabilization with Active Mode, giving
you the flexibility of a removable lens with the ergonomics and operability
of a Handycam® camcorder.
* Accepts α DSLR A-mount lenses
* Using the LA-EA1 adaptor (sold separately), you can attach the full selection
of Alpha A-mount system lenses, which includes 27 current models, dozens
of Minolta A-mount lenses, and an installed base of millions of lenses
worldwide. Operational restrictions apply.
* Sony Vegas® Movie Studio HD Platinum 10
* Included free of charge via download, Sony Vegas® Movie Studio HD
Platinum 10 allows you to easily add video effects, background music, titles,
text, transitions, and much more. Everything you need to create dramatic
HD movies like a pro. Share your creations via DVD, Blu-ray Disc™ media,
or upload to the web – all from one easy to use program.
* 3.0" Xtra Fine LCD™ 180 degree swivel display (921,000 dots)
* This beautiful, 921,000 dot, high resolution screen features TruBlack™ technology
which brings remarkably higher contrast and brightness to the camcorders
3.0” Xtra Fine LCD™ display, delivering more natural, realistic
colors and easier viewing in bright conditions by reducing glare. The swivel
display also allows for easy viewing of the LCD in different shooting positions.
* Anti Motion Blur (Photo Mode)
* Perfect for situations with poor lighting or when using a telephoto lens,
Anti Motion Blur mode will take 6 consecutive shots in a split second,
taking the best of each individual image, and creating a single image with
superior clarity and detail. Ideal for minimizing subject movement in low
lighting conditions.
* Full Manual Control of Video and Still Shooting
* With full manual control of Iris, Shutter Speed, Gain, and White Balance
via convenient hot keys and jog dial, you will be able to adapt to almost
any lighting condition to get the best shot.
* BIONZ® Image Processor
* The brain of the camera is a refined version of Sony's BIONZ image processor.
It's chroma noise reduction delivers high-resolution, low-noise photos
even at higher ISO settings. It also enables fast processing for up to
7 fps continuous shooting of data-intensive 14.2 megapixel images,and 6
image layering. The BIONZ image processor provides data noise reduction,
faster image processing, and data compression enabling high quality 24Mbps
video recording.
* 25-Point Auto Focus
* Twenty five AF points cover a very wide area of the scene, for accurate
focusing even when the subject is far from the center of the frame.
* Six Creative Style Settings
* Control how the camera processes your images with six finishing styles:
Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset and B&W. You can even
fine-tune contrast, saturation, and sharpness to your personal taste.
* Up to 24Mbps AVCHD2 Video
* The NEX-VG10 can capture video in full 1920x1080 high definition at up
to 24Mbps for amazing clarity and detail, ideal for recording on to Blu-ray
Disc™ media since the AVCHD codec is highly compatible with the Blu-ray
format.
* Auto HDR (Photo Mode)
* High Dynamic Range (HDR) photography captures more scene contrast than
a single exposure can handle by taking three consecutive shots very quickly
with different exposure values, then combining the best highlight/shadow
detail from them for one incredible shot. Ideal for situations where severe
back-lighting is present and other high-contrast scenes. (Recommended for
still subjects.)
* Mic/Headphone Jacks
* Dedicated mic and headphone inputs allow for attachment of external microphones
(like shotgun microphone ECM-CG50 for pin point sound recording) and headphones
to monitor sound.
* Control Wheel + Hot Keys
* Unlike cameras that bristle with knobs, buttons and dials, the NEX-VG10
features a simple turn-and-click Control Wheel and strategically placed
Hot Keys. It's elegant, uncluttered and intuitive.
* Dynamic Range Optimizer (DRO)
* Dynamic Range Optimizer improves results with back-lit subjects and recovers
details hidden in shadows while maintaining highlight detail. Settings
include Auto, Level, with a choice of five operating levels, and Off.
* Eight White Balance Modes
* These help you get the right shot by optimizing the camera for specific
shooting situations. Select from Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Incandescent,
Fluorescent, Flash, and Custom modes.
* Media Card Slot
* For cost-effective, convenient storage and sharing of your images, the
camera accepts Memory Stick PRO Duo™/Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™ and
SD/SDHC media (Class 4 or higher recommended. Memory card is required,
all are sold separately.)
* Optical SteadyShot™ with Active Mode
* Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization with Active Mode compensates
for greater degrees of camera shake to deliver stunningly smooth video.
* AF/MF Switch for Creative Control
* Whether you’re shooting video or still images, the included 18-200mm
lens will auto focus quietly and quickly, however if you want to utilize
MF, this simple switch will put you in the driver’s seat. .
* Hand-held Twilight (Photo Mode)
* Great for shots in the evening or times with little available light,
Hand-held Twilight mode will reduce the effect of camera shake when shooting
a stationary subject by taking 6 consecutive shots then combining them
all to create an image that you would have been almost impossible otherwise.
* Creative Style Modes
* Control how the camera processes your images with six finishing styles:
Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset and B&W. You can even
fine-tune contrast, saturation, and sharpness to your personal taste.
* Dual Accessory Shoes (Alpha Hot/ Universal Cold)
* The dual accessory shoes open the door to many accessories for both still
and video photography, including shotgun microphones and external flash
lighting.
* HDMI™ output for HD viewing
* Enjoy HD movies and stunning still images on a compatible HDTV via the
cameras HDMI™ output (HDMI cable not included)
* Anti-Dust Technology helps keep the CMOS sensor clean, resulting in consistently
clear pictures. First, a static-free coating on the sensor's low-pass filter
helps repel dust. Then, vibration automatically dislodges dust from the
sensor, especially when you're changing lenses in-between video sessions.
In
the Box:
* Large Eyecup
* AC-PW10AM Battery Charger
* USB cable (Mini B)
* SEL18200 E-mount 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 with lens cap
* Body mount cap
* AC Power cord
* CD-ROM
* Sony Vegas® Movie Studio HD Platinum 10 download coupon4
* Lens rear cap
* NP-FV70 Lithium ion rechargeable battery
1 Year Warranty with Sony Canada
Find Sony lenses here