Sony HDR-CX7 Camcorder
The Sony HDR-CX7 is a small and light-weight AVCHD high-definition camcorder weighing only 15 ounces with the battery. It records directly to the Memory Stick PRO Duo media.Sony HDR-CX7 Press ReleaseSony is bolstering its lead in the high-definition camcorder arena with the introduction of AVCHDâ technology-based models.The new Handycam HDR-CX7 model is the world’s smallest and lightest AVCHD high-definition camcorder. It can record nearly three hours of full HD 1080 video on an 8-GB Memory Stick PRO Duo media card (LP mode). Weighing just 15 ounces with the supplied battery, it provides ultra-portability as well as a virtually crash-proof recording system, instant archiving to Memory Stick PRO Duo media (sold separately), and effortless connection to a PC via USB for editing and back-up.
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More information about the Sony HDR-CX7:
The new HDR-SR7 AVCHD high-definition camcorder can record more than 22 hours of full HD 1080 video on its built-in 60GB hard disk drive, while the HDR-SR5 model’s 40GB hard drive can hold more than 15 hours of footage (LP modes). In addition to long recording times, these two models offer compactness and Sony’s HDD Smart Protection system to safeguard against data loss as well as easy connection to PCs via USB.
“Camcorder users are quickly embracing non-linear camcorder formats, such as hard disk drive and flash media, because they make it easy for anyone to view and access footage quickly,” said Linda Vuolo, director of camcorder marketing at Sony Electronics. “Our models offer the added advantages of superior high-definition picture quality. With the widest range of consumer high-def models, we can satisfy the needs of virtually everyone.”
Advanced Browse and Search Functions
The new camcorders debut enhanced functions for easy browsing and searching on their high-resolution, 2.7-inch Clear Photo LCD Plus screens. You can swiftly find scenes via the new film roll button to view footage as a film roll index, which displays multiple scenes as thumbnails within a single movie file. Sony also integrated new face index technology so you can also access specific scenes by familiar faces.
For more advanced searching on a compatible PC, you can use the camcorders’ bundled Picture Motion Browser software to access the highlight index. It incorporates a search engine for voices and colors as well as faces so you can quickly get to the scenes you want to watch.
Picture Quality Like No Other
The new models incorporate Sony’s ClearVid CMOS sensor technology for stunning detail and clarity. Combined with the Enhanced Imaging Processorâ„¢ technology, these models deliver the advantages of high resolution, high sensitivity with low noise, and virtually smear-free pictures.
The HDR-CX7 and HDR-SR7 models utilize Sony’s 3-megapixel sensor for full HD 1080 video and 6-megapixel digital still photos. They are also equipped with Super SteadyShot® optical image stabilization to produce smooth video results, as well as virtually blur-free photos. The HDR-SR5 model integrates a 2-megapixel sensor for full HD 1080 video and produces a 4-megapixel photo.
Additionally, all models benefit from Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T* optics for increased contrast and true-to-life color saturation.
With Sony’s x.v.Color technology, based on the new international xvYCC color standard, the new camcorders reproduce a much wider data range of colors than the conventional sRGB standard. When connected to a compatible HDTV via the camcorders’ HDMI outputs, home videos sparkle with vivid, natural-looking results.
The new models support the AVCHD camcorder recording format based on the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec for video compression and Dolby® digital audio. In addition to high-quality video, they provide an exceptional audio experience with built-in Dolby Digital 5.1-channel surround sound recording.
A Full World of Editing and Playback Solutions
These new high-definition camcorders allow for quick data transfer from the camcorder to a compatible PC for editing, back-up and playback. Although bundled with software for simple editing, these camcorders are also compatible with the new Sony Vegas Movie Studio Platinum Edition 7.0e software update, as well as Sony Vegas Movie Studio Platinum Edition software for more advanced editors that will be available in July.
The models’ supplied Handycam Stations include a One Touch Disc Burn button for easy DVD creation using a PC and the bundled software. These stations now feature HD component output for instant connection to a compatible HDTV set when the camcorders are cradled.
High-definition content recorded on standard DVDs can be played back on compatible Blu-ray Disc devices, PLAYSTATION®3 (PS3) computer entertainment system and standard DVD drives on compatible PCs with the models’ bundled software. The next-generation Sony DVDirect® recorder will also be compatible with these camcorders for HD video transfer to standard, 5-1/4-inch DVDs. The HDR-CX7 unit’s Memory Stick PRO Duo or Memory Stick PRO HG media cards, featuring high data transfer rates, can also be played back directly on compatible PCs and PS3 by system software update scheduled in summer 2007.
The HDR-SR5, HDR-CX7 and HDR-SR7 camcorders will ship in June for about $1,100, $1,200 and $1,400, respectively, with an array of optional accessories.
Sony HDR-CX7 Camcorder Reviews
CamcorderInfo has a first impressions review of the Sony HDR-CX7 and writes, “The Sony HDR-CX7 is among the coolest-looking camcorders we’ve seen in a while, and its appeal extends beyond its sleek, black skin. With Sony’s top-of-the-line 6.1MP ClearVID CMOS sensor, the image quality should be close to what we observed from the HDR-HC7. That camcorder records to HDV using the same sensor, and it produced the highest video resolution score of the year in our lab (though its pictures were visually less crisp than the Canon HV20’s), with good is over-saturated color. Although the CX7 records AVCHD video, its bright light performance should be close to the HC7’s.” Link.
Digital Trends reviews the Sony HDR-CX7 and here’s their conclusion, “With the HDR-CX7 Sony has introduced a high-quality HD camcorder that records to flash memory—and it’s a winner for all my nitpicking. The overall video quality is outstanding. The camcorder focuses quickly, smoothes out the shakes thanks to OIS and is a lot of fun to operate. If Sony just took care of a few things, the CX7 would be at the top of camcorder heap, circa Summer 2007. Yes, I’d even give up a little resolution of the Canon HV20 for the small size, instant index marks and a camcorder that even a Shea Stadium security lusts after.” Link.
Digital Producer Magazine reviews the Sony HDR-CX7 and writes, “Overall, this camera is a great buy for the low cost, and very, very convenient. It’s clearly aimed at the point n’ shoot crowd, but can be used for other purposes. A couple of recommendations; use a tripod whenever possible, especially in highly dynamic scenes such as shooting over sunlit water. Purchase an extra memory stick; storage fills fast at 15Mbps. Avoid the lower bitrates for the most pleasing results. If you’re shooting frames for YouTube or other UGC sites, you’ll likely be very pleased at the 9Mbps quality level, which provides for longer/more media on the disc. Kudos to Sony for providing a well-thought out camera for most purposes, and as a portent of camcorders to come in this format.” Link.
Camcorderinfo reviews the Sony HDR-CX7 and writes, “The HDR-CX7 is geared toward people who have a lot of money to spend, but not a lot of interest in the finer points of movie making. Nearly every other HD camcorder made by Sony offers better handling, in the shape of a control dial or a knob. The two HDV models, the HDR-HC5 and HDR-HC7, also offer more powerful manual controls and a much simpler post-production process to create finished movies. Editing software is slowly catching up to the AVCHD video format, but the processing times are maddeningly slow, even on powerful computers. On average, we’re guessing that potential CX7 owners don’t intend to do much more than connect the camcorder directly to a TV and watch last week’s antics on the yacht…The image quality from the HDR-CX7 is very good, don’t misunderstand that point. It’s not the best consumer HD camcorder we’ve seen this year (that would go to the Canon HV20 followed by the Sony HDR-HC7). It’s not even the best AVCHD camcorder we’ve seen this year (that being the Canon HG10). But under good lighting, the camcorder will produce video that can stand up to scrutiny on a big screen TV.” Link.
Washingtonpost reviews the Sony HDR-CX7 and writes, “For a $1,199 unit with top-notch recording capabilities, Sony really didn’t hold up its end of the deal with the software. It should have included their popular HD-friendly Sony Vegas editing software instead of a bare-bones application.” Link.
Videomaker reviews the Sony HDR-CX7 and writes, “With a positive step in the tapeless direction, Sony has produced a good-looking and super-compact first-of-its kind consumer-level AVCHD camcorder that is relatively user-friendly and produces great-quality HD video. This would be a great camcorder for anyone who wants to do handheld video of almost any kind and great for a vacation or traveling where space is limited…A sleek and compact AVCHD camera that records great-looking video/still images directly to Memory Stick, is relatively easy to use and includes features that will appeal to the consumer-level videographer.” Link.
