Enjoy High Definition video with the HDR-FX1 HDV Handycam® Camcorder from Sony®. This camcorder allows you to play and record interlaced high definition video at resolutions up to 1440x1080 for professional quality video with vivid colors and striking detail. It even offers the ability to switch to standard DV recording and playback as the situation warrants. It features a Real-time HD Codec Engine, which offers MPEG2 video compression, and a 14-bit HD DXP (Digital Extended Processor) for increased processing speed. Images are captured on three chip Advanced HAD™ CCD system that provides increased detail and improved video performance. With enhanced Optical capabilities including a Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® lens with 12X optical zoom and Super SteadyShot® image stabilization, HDR-FX1 encourages the creativity of both novice and advanced photographers.