Sony AVCHD HDR-UX1E (PAL) Camcorder

Sony HDR-UX1 HDV AVCHD DVD Handycam Camcorder HDR-UX1 PAL (Discontinued)

Sony HDR-UX1E

This model has been discontinued.

Record every detail of every moment with the HDR-UX1 Handycam®. Make high-definition DVDs directly from your camcorder with supported DVD-R/-RW/+RW and +R DL media formats. In addition, the HDR-UX1 features a 10x Optical/80x Digital Zoom and Carl® Zeiss Vario-Sonnar® T* Lens. Capture more than just video with the 4.0 Megapixel Still image feature and Dolby® Digital 5.1ch Audio Recording. Once you've recorded your footage, you can easily transfer and share with complete composite, component, USB 2.0 and HDMI™ connectivity. Capture, create, connect, and share in high-definition with the HDR-UX1.

Important notice regarding discs recorded in the AVCHD format
This camcorder captures high definition footage in the AVCHD format. Using the enclosed PC software, high definition footage can be copied onto DVD media. However, DVD media containing AVCHD footage should not be used with DVD based players or recorders, as the DVD player/recorder may fail to eject the media and may erase its contents without warning. DVD media containing AVCHD footage may be played on a compatible Blu-ray Disc™ player/recorder or other compatible device.

2.1 Megapixel (Gross) ClearVid™ CMOS Sensor
1/3" ClearVID™ CMOS Sensor with 1990K (effective) pixels provides stunning detail and clarity with exceptional video (up to 1080 lines of horizontal resolution - HD; 530 lines of horizontal resolution - SD) and still image performance. The Megapixel technology enhances your digital videos and digital still (3980K) photography performance.

DVD Format Video Recording²
The DVD recording format, in both MPEG2 (SD) and AVCHD delivers digital picture and sound quality comparable to that of MiniDV and High Definition, but on DVD. Playback of these DVDs couldn't be simpler (depending upon the playback device used). After finalizing the disc in the camcorder, the disc can play back in most DVD Players (SD), computers, Blu-Ray Disc™ players and even PlayStation® 3 video game consoles.

DVD-R/RW /+RW Compatible⁶
The HDR-UX1 is compatible with a variety of DVD formats allowing the ease of use and simplicity found in DVD Media. As long as you meet the minimum recording requirement, there is no need to finalize DVD+RW media before you play it back in most consume electronic devices (excluding PCs).

DVD+R DL (Dual Layer) Compatible
Using DVD+R Dual Layer (DL) media you can now record up to 60 minutes of High Definition (1080i) content.

10X Optical/80X Digital Zoom
The optical zoom helps to bring the action close up from far away. In addition, the Digital Zoom interpolation means that extreme digital zooming is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zooms.

Professional Quality Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T* Lens
Carl Zeiss lenses have an advanced optical multi-layer coating for increased contrast. This results in vivid image brilliance, true-to life color saturation and perfect renditions of subtle tones. The additional T coating on the lens further reduces unwanted glare and flare.

Dolby Digital 5.1ch Recording
The HDR-UX1 will record in Dolby Digital 5.1ch surround sound with a built-in microphone. By recording in 5.1 channel surround sound you can now experience your home movies with active sounds coming from all directions. Enjoy your personal home movies the way you experienced them while recording.

3.5" Wide (16:9) Touch Panel Hybrid Clear Photo LCD plus™ Display⁷ (211K Pixels)
The 3.5" Wide (16:9) LCD screen provides excellent viewing clarity with improved resolution. The high resolution 211K pixel LCD screen rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles providing sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback, and the widescreen format makes shooting i

Smooth Slow Recording
By increasing the record rate from 60 fields per second (fps) to 240 fps for 3 seconds allowing you to capture 3 seconds of fast motion and play the video back in 12 seconds. This is great for analyzing a golf swing or a viewing a bird in flight.

Digital Still Memory Mode with Memory Stick Duo™ Media⁵
Capture still images up to 2304x1728 resolution, directly onto Memory Stick Duo™ Media for easy transfer to PCs for emailing, printing or sharing with other compatible Memory Stick™ devices.

Super SteadyShot® Picture Stabilization System
An advanced version of Sony's SteadyShot® system that controls an even higher range of shake and vibration frequencies, to achieve an even higher level of smoothness without degradation of video like some other image stabilization systems.

On Screen Zoom and Record Buttons
For additional control of the camcorder, the HDR-UX1 features Zoom and Record buttons on the frame of the LCD screen. This allows the user more flexibility when holding the camcorder, especially in overhead or low angle shots.

USB 2.0 Interface⁴
USB 2.0 interface provides an easy way to connect your DVD Handycam Camcorder to the computer for fast transfer of video and still images to your computer for editing. The camcorder can also be used as an external DVD burner, convenient for making copies of your DVDs or burning edited movies

One Touch Wide Angle Shooting
Easily switch between 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios for shooting, with just the touch of a button.

Progressive Shutter System
A mechanical shutter system that provides progressive scan performance while utilizing an interlaced scanning system. Digital still images will be sharp and clear with excellent definition.

Active Interface Shoe
Provides a location directly on the camcorder to which one may add optional accessories while providing power and twoway communication with those accessories.

Super NightShot® Infrared System
With Sony's NightShot Infrared System you can capture natural looking video, even when shooting in low light. Record subjects up to 20 feet away using the built-in infrared system.

General
Imaging Device: 1/3" 2100K Gross Pixels ClearVID™ CMOS Sensor
Pixel Gross: 2100K
Recording Media: 3" (8cm) DVD (DVDR/DVD-RW/DVD+RW/
DVD+R DL)² ⁶

Recording and Playback Times: TBD

Video Actual: 1076K Pixels (4:3), 1434K Pixles (16:9)

Still Actual: 1991K Pixels (4:3), 1493K Pixels (16:9)

Audio

Dolby® Digital Output: N/A

Recording System: Dolby® Digital 5.1

Convenience

USB Streaming: N/A

SteadyShot® Image Stabilization: Yes (Super; Electronic)

Accessory Shoe: Yes, Active Interface Shoe

White Balance: Auto, Indoor, One-push, Outdoor

Memory Stick PRO™ Media Compatibility: Tested to support up to 2GB media capacity; does not support high speed transfer function; does not support Access Control security function

Still Image Mode(s): JPEG

Minimum Illumination: 5 Lux (0 lux with Super NightShot® Infrared System)

Low Light Capability: Super NightShot®

Inputs and Outputs

LANC Terminal: N/A

Analog Audio/Video Input(s): N/A

Analog Audio/Video Output(s): Yes (Multi A/V)

Digital Audio/Video Input(s): Yes (via USB)

Digital Audio/Video Output(s): Yes (via USB)

USB Port(s): Yes; 2.0 Compliant High Speed⁴

i.LINK® Interface: N/A

Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s): Yes

Headphone Jack: Yes (Stereo Mini)

Microphone Input: Yes (Stereo Mini)

Remote Jack: Yes (Stereo Mini)

S-Video Input(s): N/A

S-Video Output(s): Yes (via optional accessory)

HDMI™ Connection Output(s): Yes

Hardware

LCD: 3.5" (211K Pixels) Wide (16:9) Hybrid Touch Panel Clear Photo™ LCD plus Display

Lens Type: Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T*

Viewfinder: Color, 123K Pixels (16:9)

Docking Station: N/A

Microphone: Yes (Built-in 5.1 Channel)

Optics/Lens

35mm Equivalent: 41.3-485mm (16:9 Camera Mode), 50.5-594mm (4:3 Camera Mode), 40.4-404mm (16:9 Memory Mode), 37-370mm (4:3 Memory Mode)

Aperture: f1.8-2.9

Exposure: Touch Panel/Ring

Filter Diameter: 30mm

Focal Distance: 5.1-51mm

Focus: Full Range Auto/Manual (Ring)/One Touch

Progressive Shutter Mode: Yes

Shutter Speed: Auto, 1/4-1/500 (AE Mode)

Optical Zoom: 10X

Digital Zoom: 80X

Resolution: 4MP

Power

Power Consumption: 5.0W/5.2W (VF/LCD)

Battery Type: InfoLithium® with

AccuPower™ Meter System (NP-FM50)

Power Requirements: 7.2V Battery

Pack/8.4V AC Adaptor

Software

Operating System Compatibility: Microsoft® Windows ®2000 Professional / Windows XP Home Edition / Windows XP Professional (The enclosed software is not designed to operate in a Mac OS environment.)³

Video

Video Recording System: MPEG4/AVC (H.264)

Video Signal System: NTSC color, EIA standards

Analog-to-Digital Converter: N/A

Format(s) Supported: 3" (8cm) DVD (DVDR/DVD-RW/DVD+RW/DVD+R DL)