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Sony HVR-V1/V1E / HDR-FX7/FX7E Reviews
Camcorder - High Definition - widescreen - 1.12 Mpix - optical zoom: 20 x - supported memory: MS Duo, MS PRO Duo... More product details
$1749.00
Excellent overall video quality ; responsive focus and zoom (cnet.com)
Excellent overall video quality ; responsive focus and zoom (zdnet.com)
alaTest Review Summary for Sony HVR-V1/V1E / HDR-FX7/FX7E
We have collected and analyzed 32 expert reviews and 167 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 81/100 and users rate it 85/100. The average review date is August 13, 2007. We have compared these reviews to 104854 reviews from other Camcorders. The alaScore™ for this product is 89/100 = Very good. Last update: November 21, 2009.
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199 reviews
November, 2009
32 Experts
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167 Users
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Rank 89
from $1749.00
Expert Reviews (32)
Review summary for the Sony HVR-V1/V1E / HDR-FX7/FX7E
alaTest has collected and analyzed 199 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the design. The memory also impresses, but many are less positive about the battery.
Design, Memory, Interface, Color
Battery, Control panel, Usability
Experts rate this product 81/100 and users 85/100. We analyzed these ratings, the product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders, the Sony HVR-V1/V1E / HDR-FX7/FX7E is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very Godd quality.
Sony Handycam HDR-FX7 - camcorder - Mini DV (HDV)
Excellent overall video quality ; responsive focus and zoom
Menu navigation doesn't circle back ; useless manual ; anemic audio support
The Sony Handycam HDR-FX7 is an excellent high-definition camcorder from a video perspective, but it's less satisfying if you're an audio control freak.
The 20x Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens--one of the good Zeiss lenses--covers the...
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Sony HVR-V1U HDV Camcorder
Fast, Sharp imaging, Good color saturation, Excellent user control over major camcorder features
Moderately high-priced, Slow auto-focus response in certain circumstances
No rating
User Reviews (167)
"Magnificent camera in a very manageable package."
I am not one to change with the times, until ...
Brilliantly crisp images, easy handling, far reaching audio.
A bit grainy in low light.
"good starter camera for consumer thinking about a more professional camera without paying too much"
I would really like to see someone who knows ...
this camera is an excellent choice for consumers wanting to get their toes wet in more professional style shooting wet
having someone not knowing what they are talking about tell you what any of the cameras on the site are capable of
For under 5k the best pro camcorder you can find
At first I was really studying the Cannon XL ...
For under 5k this camcorder has about everything you need to get started
The internal mic is very weak.. but who uses internal mics anyways?
Videos (4)
Manufacturer's Description
Sony Handycam HDR-FX7 1080i HDV camcorder is equipped with three-chip ClearVID CMOS Sensor technology to deliver exceptional high-def video and the utmost in creative control. For videographers on the move, the HDR-FX7 sports a compact body design, weighing in at about three pounds. It is approximately 40 percent smaller and 25 percent lighter than Sony's first prosumer HDV model. Like previous HDV models, the HDR-FX7 can record and playback both 1080i HDV and standard definition DV video...
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