Sony Handycam(R) PAL High Definition Camcorder HDRFX1E is NOT FOR USA USE. It is neither manufactured for USA use nor is it distributed by Sony USA. As such, it does not carry a Sony USA Warranty. The superiority of HDV technology in 1080i picture format gives smoother and clearer digital picture, compared to conventional DV. The Sony Handycam(R) HDRFX1E uses MPEG-2 as its compression format to record HD video in affordable MiniDV tapes. This means the exceptional video quality, near CD quality sound and high corrective ability. Its HDV/DV switching system offers the flexibility of playback in Standard Definition (SD) monitors. All that with the sheer convenience of a Sony Handycam, promise a heightened video recording experience like no other! 3.5 SwivelScreen(TM) hybrid LCD offers 250,000 pixels -- the highest resolution of any consumer camcorder LCD -- for accurate viewing under bright lighting conditions Expanded Focus function magnifies the screen twofold to ensure crisp focus Peaking function emphasizes the outline of objects Super Steady Shot eliminates jolting and blurring Manual settings to control focus, zoom, iris, gain, shutter and white balance |