Sony HXR-MC2000E AVCHD Camcorder

Sony HXR-MC2000E AVCHD Camcorder

The Sony HXR-MC2000E Camcorder is a perfect entry-level AVCHD camcorder that gives the professional shoulder mount look whilst being light and portable. 

The Sony HXR-MC2000E Camcorder comes with a 64GB internal flash memory storage for approximately 6 hours continuous recording as well as memory card slots for SD/SDHC and Sony's Memory Pro Duo cards for extra storage.

Key Features:

Wide-angle G Lens – The Sony HXR-MC2000E comes equipped with a sophisticated G Lens that incorporates Sony’s unique optical design technology and quality control, delivering exceptional performance on par with some of the best lenses in the industry. The Sony HXRMC2000E itself is optimized to perfectly complement the G Lens with an advanced image sensor and Sony’s famous image processing technology. This improves picture performance whether zooming in on the action, or getting a perspective on the big picture with the 29.8mm wide angle in Video mode (35mm equivalent).

Exmor R CMOS Sensor with ClearVid Array – The Sony HXR-MC2000E’s Exmor R CMOS sensor is capable of producing superb image quality even in low-light conditions. Sony’s unique imaging system incorporates exclusive back-illuminated technology that doubles sensitivity compared to conventional CMOS sensors, providing a dramatic boost in low-light performance. Autofocus technology is also enhanced to perform better in low-light conditions, so the G-lens can quickly achieve sharp focus on a moving subject. This superb performance in dimly lit indoor scenes and outdoor night scenes is matched by excellent results in bright daylight.

Optical SteadyShot with Active Mode – This feature ensures smooth movement while recording footage in many challenging shooting situations. In addition, Sony’s innovative 3-Way Shake-Canceling technology adds electronic roll stability for even smoother video capture. This latest version of image stabilization technology realizes images that are up to 10x steadier for wide angle shooting than conventional Optical SteadyShot images. As the user zooms in, an intelligent digital image stabilizer starts to blend in and work together with its optical counterpart to effectively reduce digital image stabilizer starts to blend in and work together with it’s optical counterpart to effectively reduce camera shake. This technology also reduces shake in the rolling direction that commonly occurs when shooting while walking.

Manual Lens Ring with Assignable Parameters – Using the assignable lens ring, users can manually adjust key parameters like Focus, White Balance, Exposure, AE Shift, Iris priority and Shutter Speed priority. Users can control the G Lens iris to create an out-of-focus effect in the foreground or background. Shutter-speed can also be controlled on the Sony HXRMC2000E to create special effects, such as the flowing motion of a waterfall or bird wings in flight etc.

Long Operating Time with infoLITHIUM-L Series Battery – The Sony HXR-MC2000E camcorder uses standard infoLITHIUM L series batteries, which are compatible with many of the Sony Professionals camcorders and accessories. The largest capacity battery (NP-F970) provides a maximum operating time of approximately 13 hours using AVCHD recording in FH mode.

Ergonomic Handle & Controls – The ergonomically designed handle contains a convenient record button and zoom control, essential for low position shooting. There are also cold shoes on the front and rear of the handle, which allow for the attachment of two different types of accessories.

Flexible Operation with Consumer Memory Cards – The Sony HXRMC2000E supports recording directly onto Memory Stick Pro Duo or SD/SDHC cards. This makes it convenient and economical to obtain new media in almost any location. In addition, a large capacity 64GB solid-state memory comes built into the camcorder body. This combination of removable and built-in memory is especially convenient when shooting a corporate event or wedding on the move. When the content has been backed up to a HDD or downloaded to a PC for editing, you can simply reuse both the removable memory cards and internal memory for your next assignment.

AVCHD Recording – AVCHD is a highly efficient data compression format which greatly reduces memory requirements, maximizing the benefits of file-based recording with high image quality in a small file size. This is made possible by the exceptionally efficient MPEG4 AVC/H.264 codec. Many consumer electronic devices already support AVCHD playback, and more are on the way.

MPEG-2 for SD (Standard Definition) Recording Format – The Sony HXR-MC2000E’s Standard Definition recording format is MPEG-2, which is the same compression codec as standard DVD video discs. If your project will end up on DVD, then using this format can save you production time and maintain the original image quality.