Sony Handycam HDR-AX2000 Flash Memory HD Camcorder (3.2" LCD - Touchscreen - CMOS - 16:9 - 3.1 Megapixel Video - AVCHD - 20x Optical Zoom - 30x Digital Zoom - Optical IS - HDMI - Memory Card)

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High Definition Recording • 20x optical zoom • 4.60 lbs • Flash Memory • CMOS • 1/3" Sensor
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Most Favorable User Reviews
 
Came right on time! by J. Green on amazon.com Jun 3, 2012
The Refurbished product came with little ware but it performs the way it should. This is the second model my wife and I own and together the two have performed remarkably well.
 
Awesome, Amazing and Wonderful !!!! by Ebi on bhphotovideo.com Jan 18, 2012
******* 7 STARS ******* This camera does it all, it ROCKS!!! the quality of the picture is exactly as good as an TV HD Channel such as FOX or CNN!!! What else do you want more than that?! Battery life? I bought the bigger battery and its giving me 12 ...
 
Great Quality for a Great Price by Steve the Sound Guy on adorama.com Aug 9, 2010
I recently bought this camera after using a variety of tape based cameras. Several of which were capable of 1080i. None of them match to the quality and user-friendliness of this. Despite the fact that I have not fully tested the audio capabilities ...
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Great Camera worth every penny!!! by rccrazy30 on cnet.com Sep 29, 2011
Ive had this camera for 3 months now and its exactly what any serious Video maker should be using its a great all around camera
 
Awesome Camera! by Toad on crutchfield.com Jan 24, 2012
Wonderful camera with outstanding HD quality! Full range of manual control options also allow for more advanced operation. The dual XLR inputs work perfect for stage performances to connect to a sound board, but even with an external microphone sound ...
 
 
 
 
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Beware Final Cut Express Users by Frustrated Sony Consumer on bhphotovideo.com Aug 20, 2010
Read so many great things about this camera. Was told it was compatible with Final Cut Express 4.0 (as long as we have an robust Intel chip Mac). Bottom line is we have spent two weeks trying to get the camera to render in Final Cut Express in SD mode ...
 
Terrible video from the proprietary output link on this camera by Barbara Rother on amazon.com Sep 25, 2010
Bought two of these for a live broadcast we produce each month. Great camera if you use it to record to tape but if you are trying to get a live analog composite S-Video or component feed out of this camera you will get an inconsistent, blurry and fuzzy ...
 
AX2000 Vs AG-AC130 by raj video on bhphotovideo.com Sep 22, 2011
AG-AC130 win(no Doubt) AX2000---------------AG-AC130 1.2 mp sensor 2.2 mp sensor 20x zoom 22x zoom small dia lens 72 mm dia lens no back up recording recording on 2 cards 1.5 lux 0.4 lux sony color panasonic colors(better) internal mic unusable internal mic really good
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I wouldn't buy it again by putermon on bhphotovideo.com Jul 30, 2010
The camera focuses well and creates a good image but is limited to 2 GB file size. At 2 Gb it breaks the recording, writes a file and starts a new on. No big deal BUT it drops frames EVERYTIME it starts a new file. This camera cannot be used as a primary ...
 
I don't recommend this puppy!!! by John D on bhphotovideo.com Mar 13, 2010
Picture quality is great for the price. Audio is noisy and the internal functions such as zoom and autofocus get into the audio.Very poor isolation. Camera must be just a hollow plastic shell because handling noise is incredibly bad. External ...
 
 
 
 
User Reviews from the Web
amazon.com
 
3.8 out of 5
from 6 reviews
Amazon.com: Customer Reviews: Sony HDR-AX2000 Handycam camcorder
I put it through a stress test of constantly changing lighting and bad (on purpose) camera movement to see if I could reproduce the infamous "jello" effect from a rolling shutter on CMOS chips...Easy to operate: Being a Canon guy, I thought the controls on a Sony might be a jump for me, but they're all pretty standard...Stock Microphone: This is no surprise, a stock mic that's bad...
bhphotovideo.com
 
4.4 out of 5
from 67 reviews
Sony HDR-AX2000 AVCHD Camcorder HDRAX2000/H B&H Photo Video
Easy to Use Good in Low Light Great Picture Quality Great Sound Zoom range/performance Small LCD font display There are many things I like about this camera...Picture quality is excellent and on board mic does a good job...like it! Easy to Use Good Image Stabilization Good in Low Light Great Picture Quality Great Sound Great Zoom Large Clear LCD Low light Versatile and very practic for use in Studio and outside...
crutchfield.com
 
5.0 out of 5
from 1 reviews
Sony HDR-AX2000 Handycam® Pro-quality HD camcorder at Crutchfield.com
Wonderful camera with outstanding HD quality! Full range of manual control options also allow for more advanced operation...The dual XLR inputs work perfect for stage performances to connect to a sound board, but even with an external microphone sound quality is very good...Zoom feature on the camera works slightly faster than preferred, and would like to be able to zoom in and out slower, but overall this camera is very easy to use overall and playback and recording couldn't be any easier...
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reevoo.com
 
9.0 out of 10
from 2 reviews
Sony HDR-AX2000E Reviews - Compare Prices and Deals - Reevoo
The picture quality in normal to good light is as good as I have seen...The 'G' lens is really good with it's 20 times zoom and it's wide angle as well...Overall a beautiful camera which works well...
cnet.com
 
5.0 out of 5
from 1 reviews
Sony Handycam HDR-AX2000 - Compare prices reviews user opinions - Shopper.com
No Tapes Small compact Easy to use NONE SO FAR Ive had this camera for 3 months now and its exactly what any serious Video maker should be using its a great all around camera...
adorama.com
 
5.0 out of 5
from 1 reviews
Sony Product Reviews and Ratings - Video Cameras - Sony HDR-AX2000 High-Definition...
Easy to Use, Good Image Stabilization, Good in Low Light, Great Picture Quality, Great Zoom, Zoom range/performance I recently bought this camera after using a variety of tape based cameras...Several of which were capable of 1080i...I generally shoot for short documentaries, short films, and events ranging from lectures to music groups...
flip4mac.com
 
 
 
Telestream Community Forum - streaming with Sony HDR-AX2000?
In shopping for a high quality video camera I'm leaning towards the Sony HDR-AX2000 because it records to chip(s) and I dislike spending my time capturing from minidv tape, but it does not have firewire output...Is there a way to enable streaming with these ports on HDR-AX2000...
istockphoto.com
 
 
 
Forums - iStockvideo - sony hdr ax2000 | iStock
Essentially, no video camera records in the correct format for direct upload to IS - everything needs trancoding/editing/covnverting - so don't let that stop you...All other marks are the property of their respective owners...i shoot on a pani hmc150 that shoots on avc and i have no problems with istock...
skateperception.com
 
 
 
First Look-sony Hdr-ax2000 - Perception
Looks really good nonetheless, but if its as heavy as an XH, I'm not down...probably a good camera, but looks like the smaller retarded brother to the fx1...It's almost impossible to pull a good track...
auscamonline.com
 
 
 
Review: Sony HDRAX-2000 | AusCam Online - Write | Light | Shoot | Edit | Distribute
Using a tapeless workflow, the new Sony HDRAX-2000 uses the now almost commonplace AVCHD format...to provide high quality at a really good price...Using the G series lens built in to the body, as is the custom with Sony's semi pro cameras, the lens offers a seriously good focal range and a decent wide angle to an almost over the top extreme telephoto...Its so good that it will give you a decent image with 1.5 lux at 1/30 fixed shutter and auto iris...
adobe.com
 
 
 
Adobe Forums: Will PPRo support new Sony HDR-AX2000...
If you want a true 24P timeline you will need 3rd party software to extract it, like Cineform's Neoscene which worked great on my Canon cameras which also encapsulate inside of 60i...Will PPRo support new Sony HDR-AX2000......It says it encapsulates it in 60i, similar to other vendors, but not sure it will convert it over propertly to a true 24P like Adobe provides support for the Panasonic cameras...
buycamcorders.org
 
 
 
Sony HDR-AX2000 AVCHD Camcorder | Buy Camcorders
I would have liked to know more about its low light performance...When I move the camera, the video looks bad...The NX5 should be the more mature and Pro version of the AX2000…Is it worth the higher price...
filmmakeriq.com
 
 
 
Sony HDR-AX2000 - An IQ Exclusive Review
Sony’s latest entry into the mid range prosumer market is an interesting addition to the Sony Camera line up...Negative gain suppresses video noise at the expense of the overall image brightness level (the opposite of positive gain which increases brightness at the expense of video noise...The AX2000 can record in standard 60i, 30p and the coveted 24p (in lower settings there’s a 24p that uses a 4:3 pulldown in a 60i stream – I recommend avoiding this kind of frame rate gymnastics...
webvideouniversity.com
 
 
 
New Sony HDR-AX2000 Delivers Pro Camera Features Without Pro Camera Prices : Web...
This new video camera, aimed at the prosumer market, produces broadcast quality footage while recording in the AVCHD format...As I always say, with video cameras you get what you pay for...
dvinfo.net
 
 
 
Initial thoughts on the Sony HDR-AX2000 from a newby at DVinfo.net
camcorder.html ) was pretty long, so I thought I'd start a new thread to posts some sample files from the Sony HDR-AX2000...The AX2000 has a cool (at least to me) feature that it can record the audio from one of the XLR inputs onto both audio tracks using different gain settings, so you can have a safety track recorded at a lower level...Overall, I'm really excited to get familiar with this thing...The controls seem very good and logical to me...
 
 
 
 
Expert Reviews from the Web
netmall.com
Apr 20, 2011
Camcorders : Electronics : Sony HDR-AX2000 Handycam Camcorder NPF970 Battery UV Filter...
The Sony HDR-AX2000 Handycam camcorder delivers HD broadcast-quality moving images with the convenience of a non-linear recording format...AC Adapter, NP-F570 Info-Lithium Battery (7.2v, 2200mAh), Lens Hood, Remote Commander, Component Video Cable, Composite A/V Cable, Large Eyecup, Software, 1 Year Sony USA Warranty...
digitalversus.com
 
3.0 out of 5
Jun 21, 2010
Sony HDR-AX2000E
- Compatible with SD cards and Memory Stick - Simplified touchscreen...- Disappointing sharpness ...Overall, the AX2000E has a similar design and handling to previous Sony models...This powerful zoom and wide-angle view make the AX2000E a really versatile camcorder to film with...The AX2000E has a stereo...
technotalks.com
Jan 29, 2010
Reviews Price - Sony Camcorders Reviews - Sony HDR-AX2000 - Sony Camcorders Features...
Sony , one of the most trusted brand in the field of consumer electronics, has presented their customers with a new HD camcorder, HDR-AX2000...The AX2000 produces broadcast quality footage in AVCHD format...The HDR-AX2000 features three 1/3 inch Exmor CMOS Sensors improving the color production for high quality recording...Sony HDR-AX2000 has superior low light ability with high sensitivity with which clear shooting of object is possible in light as low as 1.5 lux...
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usatoday.com
For high-def video: Canon's Rebel T2i or Sony AX2000 - USATODAY.com
The 7D is loved not only for its video-making skills but because it is a great camera for sports photographers...Meanwhile, if you're not ready for the limitations of digital SLR video and want to use a high-quality video camera, the Sony AX2000 might be right for you...But the EX1 has ½-inch image sensors, to the AX2000's smaller -inch chip...The AX2000 is a definite improvement over the Z5U...
zoommania.com
Jun 27, 2011
Sony HDR-AX2000 AVCHD Camcorder HDRAX2000
Universal AC/DC Rapid Battery Charger - Charger with AC Adapter and Car Cord Adapter allows you to charge your battery while the camcorder is in use...5 Year Platinum Warranty (covers all parts & labor) -- Includes Nationwide Plan (local service across the United States) allowing you to choose a repair center near you...
snipsly.com
Apr 28, 2010
Sony HDR-AX2000 Handycam camcorder Review | Snipsly
Sony’s HDR-AX2000 AVCHD Camcorder can be used for just about any recording and makes for an impressive prosumer-level AVCHD camcorder...The Sony HDR-AX2000 AVCHD Camcorder definitely outshines its HDV predecessor, the HDR-FX1000...The camera has the ability to capture HD and SD video in AVCHD and MPEG-2 formats–and save it to solid state media–is only one of the traits distinguishing it from its tape-based forebearer...It is my hope that you find my review informative and I welcome any constructive feedback including your own findings and experiences that I could possibly include with this product review...
techbuy.com.au
Oct 2, 2010
Sony HDRAX2000 High-Definition Handycam Camcorder - Black | Techbuy Australia
In addition to 1080/60i recording, the HDR-AX2000 offers a 1080/24p and 1080/30p Progressive Scan mode that enables shooting with film-like results...With three 1/3" Exmor CMOS Sensors, you'll notice improved color reproduction of video recordings and capture sharp, detailed images...Featuring, superior low-light ability with high sensitivity, this camcorder enables clear shooting of subjects in light as low as 1.5 lux (at 1/30 fixed shutter speed with auto iris and auto gain...The HDR-AX2000 is equipped with a 29.5mm wide-angle G Lens made from advanced 10 group, 15 element lens including Extra-low Dispersion glass which reduces chromatic aberration caused by light refraction, and produces video with extremely low color fringing...
 
 
 
 

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