Sony NEX-VG900E/PRO

by Sony
Availability: 7-10 days delivery
SKU
NEX-VG900E/PRO

The VG900 camcorder is built around a 24.3 megapixel 35mm full-frame sensor that captures more of the world in bright, lifelike detail with rich colour and tone. 

€3,291.75 €2,633.40

The VG900 camcorder is built around a 24.3 megapixel 35mm full-frame sensor that captures more of the world in bright, lifelike detail with rich colour and tone. With manual controls for iris, shutter speed and gain on the side of the camera, you can make on-the-fly changes as you roll. Choose from a wide range of lenses for any shooting situation. You can also directly fix an E-mount lens with manual or power zoom, or use the supplied lens adapter to attach full-frame A-mount lenses for even more creative freedom. 

Capture precise dialogue and other sounds in stereo or 5.1 channel surround sound with the precision Quad Capsule Spatial Array Microphone. Or use the XLR-K1M XLR adaptor kit, made up of the XLR-A1M adaptor and ECM-XM1 bidirectional monaural microphone, for further sound recording versatility and enhanced audio quality.

High resolution 35mm full-frame Exmor CMOS sensor camcorder with 24.3 effective megapixels

Large size sensor accurately reproduces tonal gradations for beautiful, true-to-life images.

Supports 24p recordings and RAW still images with Cinema Tone controls

Give your HD videos that cinematic look, with more depth and detail even in low-light. The 35mm Full Frame sensor for HD videos can shoot in 25p, 50i, 50p and movie standard 24p frames per second – it gives you scope to shoot anything from classic movies to action.

Interchangeable lenses for limitless creativity

The supplied LA-EA3 lens adaptor makes it easy to use high-quality lenses from the comprehensive Sony A-mount line-up, as well as new additions to the E-mount lens line-up featuring internal zoom drive.

Supplied with XLR-K1M XLR audio adaptor kit

Includes XLR-K1M adaptor and ECM-XM1 bidirectional monaural microphone.

Camera

Camera Type Interchangeable Lens Digital HD Video Camera Recorder
Lens Compatibility Sony E-Mount lens
Lens Mount Type E-Mount

Colors

Colors (B)Black

Imaging Sensor

Imaging Sensor 35mm Full-Frame Exmor HD CMOS sensor(35.8 x 23.9mm)
Processor BIONS image processor
Anti Dust Charge protection coating on Filter
Pixel Gross Approx. 24.7 megapixels
Effective Picture Resolution Approx. 24.3 megapixels(3:2 Still)/Approx. 20.3 megapixels(16.9 movie)
Color Filter System RGB Primary color filters
APS-C compatible mode Yes(Auto/On/Off)
Focal Length Conversion Factor 1.0 x(Full Frame)/1.5 x(APS-C)

Recording

Media Type Memory Stick PRO Duo™ (Mark 2)
Media Type Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™
Media Type Memory Stick XC-HG Duo™
Media Type 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 24.0 megapixels
Still Image Size(Photo Mode) 24.0 megapixels 3:2 Full size (6000 x 4000)
Still Image Size(Photo Mode) 20.3 megapixels 16:9 Full size(6000 x 3376)
Still Image Size(Photo Mode) 10.3 megapixels 3:2 Full size (3936 x 2624)
Still Image Size(Photo Mode) 8.7 megapixels 16:9 Full size (3936 x 2216)
Still Image Size(Photo Mode) 4.6 megapixels 3:2 Full size (2640 x 1760)
Still Image Size(Photo Mode) 3.9 megapixels 16:9 Full size (2640 x 1488)
Still Image Size(Photo Mode) 10.3 megapixels 3:2 APS-C size (3936 x 2624)
Still Image Size(Photo Mode) 8.7 megapixels 16:9 APS-C size (3936 x 2216)
Still Image Size(Photo Mode) 4.6 megapixels 3:2 APS-C size (2640 x 1760)
Still Image Size(Photo Mode) 3.9 megapixels 16:9 APS-C size (2640 x 1488)
Still Image Size(Photo Mode) 2.0 megapixels 3:2 APS-C size (1728 x 1152)
Still Image Size(Photo Mode) 1.7 megapixels 16:9 APS-C size (1728 x 976)
Video Format HD:MPEG4-AVC/H.264 AVCHD™ ver.2.0 format compatible
Video Format STD:MPEG2-PS
Video Mode(Resolution) HD:1920x1080/50p, 25p, 24p, 50i(FX,FH), 1440x1080/50i (HQ,LP)
Video Mode(Resolution) STD:720x576/50i
Movie Recording Rate(Average Bit Rate/VBR) *1 *2 HD PS:Approx.28Mbps/FX:Approx.24Mbps/FH:Approx.17Mbps/HQ:Approx.9Mbps/LP:Approx.5Mbps
Movie Recording Rate(Average Bit Rate/VBR) *1 *2 STD HQ:9Mbps
Video Signal HD:HDTV 1080/50p, 25p, 24p, 50i
Video Signal STD:PAL color, CCIR standards(NTSC color, EIA standards at 24p)
Progressive Mode HD:50p/25p/24p, Progressive recording
Audio Format Dolby® Digital 5.1ch, Dolby® Digital 5.1Creator
Audio Format Dolby® Digital 2ch stereo
Microphone/Speaker Built-in Microphone
Microphone/Speaker Monoral Speaker
Wind Position Yes(Auto)
Wind Noise Reduction Yes(Off/On)
Mic Level Control Yes(31steps)
Play List Edit -

Viewfinder

Type Swivel EVF 1.3cm(0.5 type) 2359kdots
Diopter Adjustment Yes
Field of View 100%
Color Temp. Adjust Yes

LCD Display

LCD Type 3.0 Xtra Fine LCD™ 270 degree swivel display
Touch Panel Yes
Angle Adjustment Opening Angle:max.90 deg., Turning Angle:max.270 deg.
Brightness Control *3 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
Focal plane phase detection AF Yes(Contrast AF Assist at Still & 24p,25p movie Stand-by mode with several A-mount lens)
Direct Manual Focus Yes
Focus Area Multi Point AF(25 points)
Manual Focus Assist Magnified display for precise manual focus
Manual Focus Assist Peaking Display
Focus Features Tracking Focus

Exposure System

Metering Modes Multi-segment, touch spot
Metering 99 Segment metering from CMOS image sensor
Metering Sensitivity EV- 2 -17EV ( at ISO100 conversion with F1.4 lens)
Exposure Compensation AE Shift(Dial/Touch Panel)
Exposure Settings Auto
Exposure Settings Flexible Spot(Touch Panel)
Exposure Settings Yes
ISO Still Mode Only: Auto(100 to 6400),Manual(100 to 25600)
Backlight Compensation Yes(Auto)
Noise Reduction Yes
Creative Style -
White Balance Mode Auto/Onepush/Outdoor/Indoor/WB Temp
WB Shift Yes(G7-M7 15steps, A7-B7 15steps)
Color temperture -
Minimum Illumination 8 lux(1/50 Shutter Speed F3.5)
Manual Exposure Assist Zebra Pattern Display

Zoom Control

Digital Zoom Yes(x2.0)
Power Zoom Control Yes
Zoom Lever Yes
Zoom Speed Variable/Fix max32Steps

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 3fps
Self-timer Approx.10sec.(Still Image)
Shutter Speed Auto Control Range 1/48-1/10000 (movie_24p),1/50-1/10000 (movie_other) , 30s-1/8000 (Still)
Shutter Speed(Manual Shutter) 1/3-1/10000 (movie) , 30s-1/8000 (Still)

Convenience Features

Enlarged Still Image Playback Yes
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 -/(Movie and Still:Posterization,Pop color,Retro Photo, Partial Color, High constrastMonochrome, Toy Camera)(Still Only:Soft Focus,Miniature)
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
On Screen Main Indicators Flash Status
On Screen Main Indicators Recording/Playback/Editing Media
On Screen Main Indicators Recording Status
On Screen Main Indicators Recording Mode
On Screen Main Indicators Recording Image Quality(HD/STD)
On Screen Main Indicators Photo Size
On Screen Main Indicators AE Parameters
On Screen Main Indicators Histgram
Multiple Language Display English
Multiple Language Display Traditional Chinese
Multiple Language Display Simplified Chinese
Multiple Language Display French
Multiple Language Display Italian
Multiple Language Display German
Multiple Language Display Spanish
Multiple Language Display Dutch
Multiple Language Display Russian
Multiple Language Display Portugese
Multiple Language Display Greek
Multiple Language Display Thai
Multiple Language Display Czech
Multiple Language Display Hungarian
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)
Color 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/AE Shift/WB Temp./WB B-A/WB G-M Set)
Embedded GPS -
Face Detection Yes
Priority Setting( for Face Detetection) Auto/Child Priority/Adult Priority
Smile Shutter *4 -
Golf Shot -
Smooth Slow Rec -
Intelligent Auto -
View&Index Event
NightShot® infrared System -
x.v.Color™ -
Shockproof -

Flash

Flash Type Multi interface Shoe
Flash Metering System Pre-flash TTL
Flash Modes Auto/Forced/Slow Sync./Rear Sync./Prohibited
Flash Compensation Yes(+/-2EV , 1/3EV Step)

Interface

Memory Card Slot Memory Stick PRO Duo™ and SD/SDHC/SDXC compatible
STD Output Composite Video Out(A/V connecting cable(supplied))
STD Output Component Video Out(Component A/V cable(supplied))
STD Output S Video Out(A/V connectiong cable with S Video(sold separately))
HD Output HDMI Out(mini)(sold separately)
HD Output Component Video Out(Component A/V cable(supplied))
3D HD Output -
USB Port(s) mini-AB/USB2.0 Hi-speed (mass-storage/MTP)(Read only)
BRAVIA® Sync™ -
PhotoTV HD Yes
DVDirect Yes(DVD Writer supported(sold separately))
Headphone Jack Stereo Minijack
Microphone Input Stereo Minijack
Direct Copy Yes
Accessory Shoe Yes(Multi Interface Shoe)
Docking Station -
PictBridge Compatible -
DC IN Yes
Remote Termnal integrated into A/V Remote terminal
HDMI Terminal Yes(mini)
A/V Remote Termnal Video/S Video/Audio/Component Out/Remote

Weights and Measurements

Dimensions(Approx.)(WxHxD including supplied battery) *5 105mm x 130mm x 223mm
Dimensions(Approx.)(WxHxD including supplied battery) *5 4 1/4in x 5 1/8in x 8 7/8in
Dimensions(Approx.)(WxHxD including supplied battery) *5 105mm x 130mm x 227mm (with mount adaptor LA-EA3)
Dimensions(Approx.)(WxHxD including supplied battery) *5 4 1/4in x 5 1/8in x 8 7/8in (with mount adaptor LA-EA3)
Weight(Approx) (Main unit only) 825g
Weight(Approx) (Main unit only) 1lb 13oz
Weight(Approx.) (Total) *6 1030g(NP-FV70(supplied battery))
Weight(Approx.) (Total) *6 2lb 4oz(NP-FV70(supplied battery))
Weight(Approx.) (Total) *6 1130g(NP-FV100)
Weight(Approx.) (Total) *6 2lb 7oz(NP-FV100)

Power

Battery Type InfoLITHIUM® with AccuPower™ Meter System (V Series) NP-FV70/FV100
Charge on camcorder(Charging time with supplied Battery) *7 Yes(Approx. 3h 15min)
Power Consumption (in View Finder Operation) *8 HD:5.2W
Power Consumption (in View Finder Operation) *8 STD:5.0W
Power Consumption (in LCD Operation) *8 HD:4.7W
Power Consumption (in LCD Operation) *8 STD:4.5W
Power Requirements 7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)

In the Box

Supplied Accessory *9 Rechargeable Battery Pack(NP-FV70) (1)
Supplied Accessory *9 AC Adaptor (1)
Supplied Accessory *9 Power Cord (1)
Supplied Accessory *9 Component A/V Cable (1)
Supplied Accessory *9 A/V Connecting Cable (1)
Supplied Accessory *9 USB Cable (1)
Supplied Accessory *9 Body cap (1)
Supplied Accessory *9 Mount Adaptor(LA-EA3) (1)
Supplied Accessory *9 Battery cover (1)
Supplied Accessory *9 Wind screen (1)
Supplied Accessory *9 Large eye cup (1)
Supplied Accessory *9 CD-ROM("Handycam" Application Software) (1)
Supplied Accessory *9 Remote Commander(RMT-835 with Battery(CR2025)) (1)
Supplied Accessory *9 "Operating Guide"(1)

Camera(details)

Auto Non Flicker Yes
Gain Control Auto/manual(0dB-30dB)
Face Detection 
Auto Control
Exposure,Color,Focus
Face Detection 
Face Touch
Yes
Smile Shutter
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, Area Setting 
Date&Time, Summer Time, Area Set
Yes
Date&Time, Area Setting 
Auto Date&Time, Area Adjustment by GPS
-
Media Format 
Quick Format(Initialize)
Memory Card