Sony Handycam NEX-VG20 AVC, AVCHD Camcorder

Sony NEX-VG20H Full HD Interchangeable Lens Handycam Camcorder w/ 18-200mm Zoom Lens

Take your videography to the next level with this interchangeable lens HD Handycam camcorder. Featuring a 16.1-megapixel Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor for superb depth of field, shoot professional- looking HD videos without the cost or complexity of pricier equipment. Record 1920 x 1080/24p AVCHD video with smoother motion, shoot DSLR-like photos and capture 5.1-channel audio with the Quad Capsule Spatial Array microphone. For greater creative control, swap out lenses for different shots and shooting conditions. A convenient 3" touchscreen LCD with TruBlack technology offers superb contrast and reduced glare for easy framing of your subjects and simple control. Includes E-mount 18-200mm zoom lens. Interchangeable lenses - The NEX-VG20 is compatible with Sony's E-mount series of smaller, lighter lenses which are optimized for video shooting with silent operation and AF as well as Sony/Minolta A-mount lenses (via optional LA-EA2 A-mount adapter) to open up a world of creative options. CinemaTone presets and 24p recording for cinematic quality video - For extra control over image expression, CinemaTone technology is used to deepen the color and recreate film-like color tones. Combined with 24p recording, you'll have some of the tools you need to fulfill your need for cinematic expression. Mic/Headphone jacks - Dedicated mic and headphone inputs allow for attachment of external microphones (like shotgun microphone ECM-CG50 for pin point sound recording) and headphones to monitor sound. 3.0" Xtra Fine LCD 270o swivel display (921k pixels) - TruBlack technology brings remarkably higher contrast and brightness to the camcorders 3.0" Xtra Fine LCD Touch Screen display, delivering more natural, realistic colors and easier viewing in bright conditions by reducing glare. The swivel display also allows for easy viewing of the LCD in different shooting positions. Dual Accessory Shoes (Alpha Hot/ Universal Cold) - The dual accessory shoes open the door to many accessories for both still and video photography, including shotgun microphones and external flash lighting. Auto HDR (Photo Mode) - High Dynamic Range (HDR) photography captures more scene contrast than a single exposure can handle by taking three consecutive shots very quickly with different exposure values, then combining the best highlight/shadow detail from them for one incredible shot. Ideal for situations where severe backlighting is present and other high-contrast scenes. (Recommended for still subjects.) Dynamic Range Optimizer (DRO) - Dynamic Range Optimizer improves results with backlit subjects and recovers details hidden in shadows while maintaining highlight detail. Settings include Auto, Level with a choice of five operating levels and Off. HDMI output for HD viewing - Enjoy HD movies and stunning still images on a compatible HDTV via the camera's HDMI output (HDMI cable not included) Anti-Dust Technology - Anti-Dust Technology helps keep the CMOS sensor clean, resulting in consistently clear pictures. First a static-free coating on the sensor's low-pass filter helps repel dust. Then vibration automatically dislodges dust from the sensor, especially when you're changing lenses in-between video sessions. Up to 24Mbps AVCHD 2.0 video - The NEX-VG20 can capture video in full 1920x1080 high definition at up to 24Mbps for amazing clarity and detail, ideal for recording on to Blu-ray