Sony HVR-V1U - 3xCMOS 1080p HD Camera - MINT CONDITION!


Sony HVR-V1U - 3xCMOS 1080p HD Camera - MINT CONDITION!


Sony HVR-V1U - 3xCMOS 1080p HD Camera - MINT CONDITION!

Camera is in perfect working order and immaculate condition. Total camera package msrp - $7,600. The world’s first 1080p24 hdv camera, the v1u shoots true 24p giving that incredible film look.

Three clearvid® cmos sensors, combined with sony’s 14-bit enhanced image processor, create an exceptional camcorder capable of capturing images at 1080p24, 1080p30, and 1080 60i. All video is processed at 1920×1080 at 60p in full 4:2: 2, for optimum picture quality. In the 1080 24p mode, the images are scanned at the full 1080 lines, and 2:3 pull down is added and recorded to the 60i hdv tape. From sd to hd, and 24p to 60i, sony’s hvr-v1u offers an extremely versatile, high-quality production package for video professionals and enthusiasts. Giving you high quality, affordable, and reliable tape archiving.

Hdv 1080p24, 1080p30, and 1080 60i video capture, recorded as 60i (24p recorded with 2:3 pull down). 3 clearvid cmos imagers, 1.12m pixels gross. 14-bit enhanced imaging processor, outputting a 1920×1080/60p 4:2:2 video signal. High quality carl zeiss vario-sonnar® t lens with extra-low dispersion, fluorite glass.

20x optical zoom with built-in digital extender for 30x effective zoom approx. Super steadyshot® optical stabilization system. Mpeg2 real time encode system for real time processing of hd data. Built-in hd to sd down conversion via i. Link interface and component analog output.

3.5 (viewable area, measured diagonally) 16:9 clear photo lcd display (211k pixels). Large 16:9 color & b/w switchable evf, with simultaneous lcd display output. Wide range of manual shutter speeds, from ¼ to 1/10,000 second, including 1/48.

Shutter display readout in seconds or degrees. Manual iris control, with new exposure modes.

6 user assignable buttons for quick access to frequently used camera/vtr functions. Enhanced evf/lcd marker function, for center, aspect ratio, safety zone, and guide frame.

Expanded focus function in black & white or color, for easy confirmation of focus setting during manual focusing. Evf & lcd peaking indicator. Manual focus ring, with focus distance displayed in feet or meters. Histogram and zebra pattern in evf/lcd. Exposure dial on optical axis of the lens. Balanced audio xlr input connectors (x2) w/selectable phantom power. Time code synchronization via i.

Shot transition function offers automatic transition of various shooting parameters between shots. Handle mounted zoom / rec control. 3 position nd filter switch.


Up to 8 hours of normal operation on a single npf970 battery. Detachable rubber eye shade for view finder.
Sony camera ac power adapter ac-l10a. Sony ac adapter / battery charger ac-vq850. Sony ecm-nv1 stock shotgun microphone (windsock not included). Sony battery plus extras noted below. 2 x century schneider optics. 65x wide angle convert hd (made specifically for the sony v1u). Includes front and back lens covers. Century schneider optics digital series ultra fisheye adapter mkii (made specifically for the sony v1u). 1 x sony np-f750 lithium ion, retail $115. 3 x sony np-f970 lithium ion, retail $149 each. 1 x calumet cj0839 (sames as np-f970) lithium ion, retail $90. Brand new box of 5 panasonic 63 me mini dv cassettes ay-dvm63mq.
Porta brace custom rain cover. Usb to mini usb for capture/digitizing to a computer. Component to mini for viewing camera footage on your hdtv or other. Firewire 400 to firewire mini for capture/digitizing to a computer. Mini firewire to firewire for camera to camera transfers.


This is an amazing camera and i hate to sell it but i must.

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