Abstract: The Sony HDR-UX1E HD DVD recorder comes with 10x optical zoom, a 2 MP CMOS sensor that gives a resolution of up to 1080i, as well as standard manual options for taking still pictures. Manual settings can easily be manipulated through the multi function...
The HDR-UX1 is one half of a dynamic duo of camcorders that Sony hopes will showcase the potential of both high-definition video in general and, more specifically, the AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition) format.AVCHD is being touted by several...
Excellent video performance, Dolby 5.1 surround sound, incredibly easy to use
Lacks optical image stabilization, AVCHD format not yet supported by most editing software, touchscreen LCD quickly gathers fingerprints and smudges, HD discs can only be played on a Blu-ray Disc player
The first camcorder to record high-definition video to DVD, the Sony HDR-UX1 uses AVCHD technology and offers many of the same features as Sonys HDR-SR1 hard-disk HD camcorder. Like that unit, the HDR-UX1 offers a large 2.1-megapixel ClearVID CMOS se...
Abstract: David Hague At the domestic level, Sony is somewhat betting the farm on the new AVCHD format camcorders they have recently released. There are two models at present – one hard disk based and one DVD based. The HDR-UX1 is the DVD based member of the...
Abstract: One of the most noticeable of the oversized features is the lens barrel, much larger than the 30mm lens itself. This larger barrel gives you more room and control to manipulate the focus/exposure ring. This was one of our favorite features on the camco...
Abstract: My experience with the UX1 was not only pleasant, but fun. The first Sony camcorder to support the new H.264-based AVC-HD acquisition format, it fits the hand, feels solid, and has several features I was surprised to find on a low-cost ($1,400) camc...
Great feature set all around with ring control, mic and headphone jacks, HDMI terminal
Dual record and Smooth Slow Record neat additions
HD video on a DVD, the first of its kind
Immense 3.5 inch LCD makes touchscreen navigation actually feasible
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AVCHD workflow is a work in progress
Compression results in more noise than HDV
No independent control over gain and shutter speed
Menu is more efficient than before but more confusing
The Sony HDR-UX1 is undoubtedly one of the most innovative camcorders of the year. Not only is it Sony’s premiere DVD camcorder, it is also one of two models to share the distinction of being the first to use AVCHD, a new high definition format that...
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Published: 2006-10-10, Author: Lori , review by: cnet.com
Mediocre still photos; optical and occasional motion artifacts in video; discs unreadable by most devices; lame but necessary bundled software; no windscreen filter for microphone.
The Sony Handycam HDR-UX1 is a very nice camcorder; unfortunately, its myriad compatibility issues make it almost impossible to recommend over other similar models.
Abstract: Blu-ray or HD DVD. Those two formats are currently battling it out in the home movie front. If you already own a DVD camcorder, you can almost definitely use the same media you ve been using all along.
Can’t play the DVDs back on a regular DVD player, short recording time, lower bit rate than SR1 The Final Word As the first DVD-based high definition camcorder the UX1 has good quality video, but misses out on practicality.
As the first DVD-based high definition camcorder the UX1 has good quality video, but misses out on practicality.
