E-mount system interchangeable lens camcorder with 16.1 megapixels, AVCHD 50p/25p and new touch-screen
The new Handycam NEX-VG20E camcorder from Sony broadens creative possibilities for shooting cinematic Full HD video and high-resolution still photos.
Offering comprehensive manual controls, the NEX-VG20E lets videographers explore the artistic potential of the growing range of E-Mount lenses. With refined ergonomics, improved imaging quality and upgraded sound, it provides several enhancements over the acclaimed NEX-VG10E – the world’s first consumer HD camcorder with interchangeable lenses.
With a resolution of 16.1 effective megapixels, the Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor assures outstanding video image quality, with extremely low noise in low light. It also captures pristine 16 megapixel still photos, with RAW format support for all the post-processing flexibility that’s familiar to DSLR users*.
Whether you’re shooting video or stills, the large sensor rivals the expressive picture quality of a DSLR camera. This allows the creation of beautiful background defocus ('bokeh') effects with your E-mount lens collection.
Full HD video shooting in AVCHD format is now complemented by a choice of 50p and 25p (progressive) frame rate options. Footage shot at 25p can be enhanced with Cinema Tone Gamma™ and Cinema Tone Colour™ for an even richer, more cinematic look.
Dialogue and other sounds are captured by the precision Quad Capsule Spatial Array Microphone that now supports stereo and 5.1 channel surround. There’s a new audio level control, plus pro-style jacks for an external mic and monitoring headphones.
Several ergonomic refinements let videographers shoot HD video and stills in even greater comfort. The camcorder’s handgrip has been redesigned and offer excellent stability. Allowing manual adjustment of exposure, iris and other settings, the pro-style control dial can now be accessed even when the LCD panel is closed.
Button layout has also been revised with ‘hard’ function keys, direct access to each shooting mode (Iris, Shutter speed, Program AE), a second REC button for low-angle shots and expanded focus button – all sited for intuitive operation without taking your eye from the electronic viewfinder.
Shots can also be framed and reviewed on the 7.5cm/3" Xtra Fine LCD that features TruBlack technology for clear, high contrast images. The screen can be rotated over a 270 degree range for easy framing in any position, even with the camera held low. Touch panel operation simplifies fingertip operation of shooting functions.
The Handycam NEX-VG20EH comes with the SEL18200 F3.5-6.3 E-mount lens. With a wide 11x optical zoom range and built-in Optical SteadyShot, this versatile lens offers smooth, quiet autofocus operation during movies and still shooting.
There is now a choice of seven E-mount lenses to cover virtually any shooting situation. Also available, the optional LA-EA2 lens mount adaptor gives even wider compatibility with the established family of A-mount optics. Translucent Mirror Technology supports high-speed phase-detection AF that keeps even fast-moving subjects in focus.
The Handycam NEX-VG20E Full HD E-mount system camcorder from Sony will be available from November 2011.
Paul Genge, Technical Field Sales Manager, will be available for a one-hour live video Q&A session on the Sony UK Facebook page from 7.30pm tonight to answer any questions about the range of new product releases. Visit www.facebook.com/SonyUK to participate
| Camera |
Camera Type |
Interchangeable Lens Digital HD Video Camera Recorder |
| Lens Compatibility |
Sony E-Mount lens |
| Lens Mount Type |
E-Mount |
| Imaging Sensor |
Imaging Sensor |
Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor(23.5 x 15.6mm) |
| Processor |
BIONS image processor |
| Anti Dust |
Charge protection coating on Filter and electromagnetic vibration mechanism |
| Pixel Gross |
Approx. 16.7 megapixels |
| Effective Picture Resolution |
Approx. 16.1 megapixels(3:2 Still)/Approx. 13.6 megapixels(16.9 movie) |
| Colour Filter System |
RGB Primary colour filters |
| Focal Length Conversion Factor |
1.5 x |
| Recording |
Media Type |
Memory Stick PRO Duo™ (Mark 2)
Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™
SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card(Class 4 or Higher) |
| Still Image File Format |
DCF Ver.2.0 compatible, Exif Ver.2.3 compatible, MPF Baseline compatible |
| Still Image Mode |
JPEG/JPEG+RAW/RAW |
| Still Image Max Effective |
16.0 megapixels |
| Still Image Size(Photo Mode) |
16.0 megapixels 3:2 (4912 x 3264)
13.6 megapixels 16:9 (4912 x 2760)
8.4 megapixels 3:2 (3568 x 2368)
7.1 megapixels 16:9 (3568 x 2000)
4.0 megapixels 3:2 (2448 x 1624)
3.4 megapixels 16:9 (2448 x 1376) |
| Video Format |
HD:MPEG4-AVC/H.264 AVCHD™ ver.2.0 format compatible
STD:MPEG2-PS |
| Video Mode(Resolution) |
HD:1920x1080/50p, 25p, 50i(FX,FH), 1440x1080/50i (HQ,LP)
STD:720x576/50i |
| Movie Recording Rate(Average Bit Rate/VBR) |
HD PS:Approx.28Mbps/FX:Approx.24Mbps/FH:Approx.17Mbps/HQ:Approx.9Mbps/LP:Approx.5Mbps
STD HQ:9Mbps |
| Video Signal |
HD:HDTV 1080/50p, 25p, 50i
STD:PAL colour, CCIR standards |
| Progressive Mode |
HD:50p/25p, Progressive recording |
| Photo Capture from Movie |
2.1 megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080)
307K pixels 4:3 (640x480)
230K pixels 16:9 (640x360) |
| Audio Format |
Dolby Digital 5.1ch, Dolby Digital 5.1Creator
Dolby Digital 2ch stereo |
| Microphone/Speaker |
Built-in Microphone
Monoral Speaker |
| Wind Position |
Yes(Auto) |
| Wind Noise Reduction |
Yes(Off/On) |
| Mic Level Control |
Yes(31steps) |
| Play List Edit |
- |
| Viewfinder |
Type |
Swivel EVF 0.43 Xtra Fine 1152k dots equivalent w/
Brightness control |
| Diopter Adjustment |
Yes |
| Field of View |
100% |
| LCD Display |
LCD Type |
3.0 Xtra Fine LCD™ 270 degree swivel display w/ TruBlack™ technology |
| Touch Panel |
Yes |
| Angle Adjustment |
Opening Angle:max.90 deg., Turning Angle:max.270 deg. |
| Brightness Control |
Yes (Menu) |
| Coverage |
100% |
| Live View |
Yes |
| Real time image-adjustment display |
Exposure Compensation, WB |
| Histogram |
Yes |
| Grid Display |
Yes(Off/On) |
| Focus Control |
Focus System |
Contrast AF |
| Focus Points |
25 points |
| AF Modes |
Single-shot AF, Continuous AF, Direct Manual Focus, Manual Focus |
| Direct Manual Focus |
Yes |
| Focus Area |
Multi Point AF(25 points) |
| Manual Focus Assist |
Magnified display for precise manual focus
Peaking Display |
| Focus Sensitivity |
0 EV to 20 EV ( at ISO100 conversion with F2.8 lens) |
| Focus Features |
Tracking Focus |
| Exposure System |
Metering Modes |
Multi-segment, touch spot |
| Metering |
63 Segment metering from CMOS image sensor |
| Metering Sensitivity |
0EV-20EV ( at ISO100 conversion with F2.8 lens) |
| Exposure Compensation |
AE Shift(Dial/Touch Panel) |
| Exposure Settings |
Auto
Flexible Spot(Touch Panel)
Manual(Dial) |
| D-RangeOptimizer |
Yes |
| ISO |
Still Mode Only: Auto, Manual(100 to 25600) |
| Backlight Compensation |
Yes(Auto) |
| Noise Reduction |
Yes |
| Creative Style |
- |
| White Balance Mode |
Auto/Onepush/Outdoor/Indoor |
| WB Shift |
Yes |
| Colour temperature |
- |
| Minimum Illumination |
9 lux(1/50 Shutter Speed F3.5) |
| Manual Exposure Assist |
Zebra Pattern Display |
| Drive System |
Drive Mode |
Photo Mode: Single-shot/Continuous/Bracket 0.3EV/Bracket 0.7EV |
| Shutter Type |
Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane type |
| Continuous Shooting Speed |
6fps |
| Self-timer |
Approx.10sec.(Still Image) |
| Shutter Speed Auto Control Range |
1/50-1/4000 (movie) , 30s-1/4000 (Still) |
| Shutter Speed(Manual Shutter) |
1/4-1/8000 (movie) , 30s-1/4000 (Still) |
| Convenience Features |
Built-in USB Cable |
- |
| Quick On |
Yes |
| Manual/Auto Lens Cover |
Manual |
| S/S & Zoom button on LCD |
Yes(Touch Panel , S/S Only) |
| Red Eye Reduction |
Yes(On/Off) |
| Digital Picture Effects/Picture Effects |
-/- |
| Date/Time Stamp |
Yes(Rec Date and Time, Camera info) |
| Erase/Protect |
Yes/Yes |
| Media/Battery Indicator |
Yes(recordable time, free and used media space)/Yes(recordable time, remaining capacity) |
| On Screen Main Indicators |
Zoom Position
Flash Status
Recording/Playback/Editing Media
Recording Status
Recording Mode
Recording Image Quality(HD/STD)
Photo Size
AE Parameters
Histogram |
| Multiple Language Display |
English, Simplified English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, French, Italian, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Russian,
Portuguese, Greek, Thai, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Roma |
| Menu Customization |
- |
| Power Save Mode |
Auto Shut-off(5minutes) |
| Still Image Playback Options |
Slide Show |
| Remote Control |
Yes |
| Self Recording |
Yes |
| One Touch Disc Burn |
Yes(Menu) |
| Colour Slow Shutter |
- |
| Easy Handycam/Help Function |
-/- |
| Advanced Features |
Audio Level Display |
Yes |
| Anti Motion Blur |
- |
| Auto High Dynamic Range |
- |
| Pre-installed "PMB Portable" |
- |
| Cinematone |
Yes |
| S-Master |
- |
| Assignable Dial |
Yes(Exposure/Gain(ISO)/Iris/Shutter Speed/AE Shift/WB Shift Set) |
| Embedded GPS |
- |
| Face Detection |
Yes |
| Priority Setting( for Face Detection) |
Auto/Child Priority/Adult Priority |
| Smile Shutter |
- |
| Golf Shot |
- |
| Smooth Slow Rec |
- |
| Intelligent Auto |
- |
| View&Index |
Event |
| NightShot infrared System |
- |
| x.v.Color™ |
Yes |
| Shockproof |
- |
| Flash |
Flash Type |
Auto Lock accessory Shoe |
Flash Metering System
Flash Modes
Flash Compensation |
Pre-flash TTL |
| Auto/Forced/Slow Sync./Rear Sync./Prohibited |
| Yes(+/-2EV , 1/3EV Step) |
| HD Output |
HDMI Out(mini)(sold separately) |
| Component Video Out(Component A/V cable(supplied)) |
| 3D HD Output |
- |
| USB Port(s) |
mini-AB/USB2.0 Hi-speed (mass-storage/MTP) |
| BRAVIA Sync™ |
Yes |
| PhotoTV HD |
Yes |
| DVDirect |
Yes(DVD Writer supported(sold separately)) |
| Headphone Jack |
Stereo Minijack |
| Microphone Input |
Stereo Minijack |
| Direct Copy |
Yes |
| Accessory Shoe |
Yes(Auto Lock accessory Shoe) |
| Docking Station |
- |
| PictBridge Compatible |
- |
| DC IN |
Yes |
| Remote Terminal |
integrated into A/V Remote terminal |
| HDMI Terminal |
Yes(mini) |
| A/V Remote Terminal |
Video/S Video/Audio/Component Out/Remote |
| Weights and Measurements |
Dimensions(Approx.)(WxHxD including supplied battery) |
Approx. 91mm x 130mm x 223mm |
| Approx. 3 5/8in x 5 1/8in x 8 3/4in |
| Weight(Approx) (Main unit only) |
645g |
| 1lb 6oz |
| Weight(Approx.) (Total) |
Approx.1290kg(NP-FV70)(supplied battery)(with SEL18200 LENS) |
| Approx.2lb 13oz(NP-FV70)(supplied battery)(with SEL18200 LENS) |
| Approx.1390g(NP-FV100)(with SEL18200 LENS) |
| Approx.3lb (NP-FV100)(with SEL18200 LENS) |
| Power |
Battery Type |
InfoLITHIUM with AccuPower™ Meter System (V Series) NP-FV70/FV100 |
| Charge on camcorder(Charging time with supplied Battery) |
Yes(Approx. 3h 15min) |
| Power Consumption (in View Finder Operation) |
HD:4.0W(with SEL 18200 Lens) |
| STD:3.8W(with SEL 18200 Lens) |
| Power Consumption (in LCD Operation) |
HD:4.4W(with SEL 18200 Lens) |
| STD:4.2W(with SEL 18200 Lens) |
| Power Requirements |
7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor) |
| In the Box |
Supplied Accessory |
Rechargeable Battery Pack(NP-FV70) (1)
AC Adaptor (1)
Power Cord (1)
Component A/V Cable (1)
A/V Connecting Cable (1)
USB Cable (1)
Body cap (1)
Battery cover (1)
Wind screen (1)
Lager eye cup (1)
CD-ROM("Handycam" Application Software) (1)
Remote Commander(RMT-835 with Battery(CR2025)) (1)
"Operating Guide"(1)
warranty card (1) |
| Camera(details) |
Auto Non Flicker |
Yes |
| Gain Control |
Auto/manual(0dB-30dB) |
| Auto Control |
Exposure, Colour, Focus |
| Face Touch |
Yes |
| Smile Sensitivity |
- |
| Convenience Features(details) |
TV Connect Guide |
- |
| Image Management File Repair |
Yes |
| Fast Playback |
About 5 times/10 times/30 times/60 times |
| Slow Playback |
Forwad:1/5 speed, Reverse:1/2 speed |
| Date&Time, Summer Time, Area Set |
Yes |
| Auto Date&Time, Area Adjustment by GPS |
- |
| Quick Format(Initialize) |
Memory Card |
