HVR A1U - Everything You Can Ask for in a Camcorder!

Sony launched a high-definition camcorder which is not only lightweight at 3lbs, it also is compact, sturdy, and handy enough to fit into a coat pocket. It simply makes it a great travel companion.

Suitable for both DV shooters and HDV (high definition video, the HVR A1U has a lot of professional features, not to mention superb image quality.

The HVR A1U features a newly developed 1/3 inch C-MOS imager capable of creating 3 mega pixel still photos. A perfect feature if you do not wish to carry both a camcorder and a digital camera especially when you're traveling.

The HVR A1U is a camcorder with a CMOS optical sensor type. It has a minimum illumination of 7 lux and a minimum shutter speed of ¼ second going to a max of -1/10000 sec. It has a built in microphone stereo, a video capture, 3 megapixel camcorder effective video resolution and a 2.8 mega pixel effective still resolution.

This camcorder from Sony offers a host of additional features such as DV input, digital camera function, analog to digital conversion with pass through, RGB color filter, color bar, built in speakers, histogram and backlight compensation.

The HVR A1U from Sony has precise image capture and superb detail and

clarity because of the 14 bit A/D and DXP digital extended processor.

If you're planning to purchase a camcorder, buy something that gives you the ability to capture memories both in picture and in sounds. Though camcorders most important aspect is the image quality, the audio quality should be considered as vital as the video aspect. Great sound quality in videos makes a big difference once you thought of playing back your videos. The presence of sounds also sets the mood and helps viewers understand what is going on in the video.

The HVR A1U really has an excellent quality in sound and video and is perfect in every way. This camcorder may not be the cheapest in the market; still it's all worth the price. Considering all the features of this camcorder, you get real value for money, as well as handy and compact and can be used in cars or motorcycles.

The HVR A1U from Sony is a great camcorder choice for both starters and those wanting an upgrade. It has an easy to use menu and is mostly touch screen so it's easy to understand and set.