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Sony HVR-A1E Camcorder
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£83.92
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Cosmetically in good condition. Tape transport accepts tapes without issue. Extends and withdraws smoothly and without issue. Battery seems a little weak. Lens elements are clean and in fantastic condition. Records very clean video but changing settings etc is essentially impossible because the display (both viewfinder and LCD) do not display anything. I'm not sure what's wrong or why they do not work. Have not tested beyond making sure it records video.
- Buy it nowSony HVR-A1E HDV/MiniDV Camcorder with Night Vision - Working but no display/EVF
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Product Information
Boasting a small size (71 x 103 x 191 mm), and providing HDV with the 1080i standard, the Sony HVR-A1E offers advanced features for professional use. Using technology such as CMOS makes it an ultra-compact camcorder. The enhanced imaging processor provides high sensitivity, low noise, low power consumption and much more. With the Sony HVR-A1E, you are able to switch between HDV, DVCAM and DV recording giving you full flexibility to record in either standard or high definition depending on your requirements.Product Identifiers
BrandSony
Lens BrandCarl Zeiss
MPNHVR-A1E
EAN4905524313161
ModelHVR-A1E
eBay Product ID (ePID)101822984
Product Key Features
Storage TypeRemovable (Card/Disc/Tape)
Recording DefinitionHigh Definition
TypeProfessional
Media FormatMiniDV HDV
Optical Zoom10x
Dimensions
Depth10.3cm
Width7.1cm
Weight670GR
Height19.1cm
Additional Product Features
Digital ZoomNone
WaterproofYes
Effective Video Resolution1.2MP
Viewfinder Diagonal Size0.54in
Screen DetailsLCD Display-Tft Active Matrix-2.7"-Colour
Max Shutter Speed1/10000 Sec
Lens TypeZoom Lens
Images StabilizerElectronic (Super Steady Shot)
Focus AdjustmentManual, Automatic
Battery Form FactorManufacturer Specific
Sensor Size1/3in
Display Size2.7in
Display RotationRotating
Screen Size2.7"
Effective Still Resolution2.8MP
Optical Sensor Qty1
Min Shutter Speed1/3 Sec
Focal Length Range5mm-51mm
Display TypeTFT Active Matrix
Widescreen Video CaptureYes
Min Illumination7 Lux
ColorBlack
Lens Filter Size37mm
ConnectivityFireWire
Resolution3.0MP
Recording SpeedSp
Recording SystemPal
Microphone TypeMicrophone-Built-In-Stereo
FeaturesBuilt-in Speaker, Backlight Compensation, Color Bar
High Definition Video Support1080i
Connector Types1 X Component Video Output, 1 X S-Video Output, 1 X Dc Power Input, 1 X Composite Video/Audio Output, 1 X Headphones, 1 X Audio Input
Auto Focus TypeTtl Contrast Detection
Viewfinder TypeElectronic
Supported Flash MemoryMemory Stick Duo
Lens ApertureF/1.8-2.1
Battery BrandSony Np-Fm50
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Ratings and reviews
Most relevant reviews
- 01 Jan, 2020Most favourable review
Good but dated
This was an extremely capable HDV camera when it was first produced. It records DV and HDV (1440x1080i) onto MiniDV tapes - it doesn't support recording video onto memory cards. Compared with its big sister, the Z1, it is much more compact and lightweight, but it does include the pro audio interface add-on which includes 2 x XLR inputs and a hypercardioid microphone. The one main problem is that it uses Firewire (Sony i.Link, IEEE1394) to transfer video into your computer. Windows 10 doesn't have built in support for DV and HDV capture - it is necessary to install legacy drivers for your computer's Firewire card, and use something like HDVSplit to capture HD video to file. However, Magix Vegas Pro 17 does enable direct capture of both DV and HDV.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 26 Feb, 2022Most critical review
Not fully working device
I have purchased this camera a while back and briefly tested afterwards but didn’t get to shoot properly until recently. There’s number of things that don’t work: lcd screen light only works when placed against the camera body so you have only an option to shoot through the main viewer which is not great. The batteries do not seem to charge, luckily I hd some working ones from my old camera so I have used these. The HD/DV port doesn’t work and therefore you can’t transfer the footage from the camera onto FCP. Very disappointed.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 01 Aug, 2022
It can connect to a computer via i-link (firewire)
When I bought it I read a lot of reviews stating that it can no longer be connected to a modern computer. I have a windows 10 and it was just a matter of downgrading the firewire port to legacy and installing a software called HDVsplit works like a charme at passing tape videos to the computer in name.m2t format which can be read in the most popular video editing software packages. It took me three or four hours to figure it out so I leave here the solution to interested parties.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 27 Jan, 2021
Lightweight compared to my TRV900e
I have an earlier model and wanted to be able to use the tapes I still have and also be able to play these to a computer hard drive for editing. This will be used but is also future proofing my assets.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 13 Dec, 2024
Worth it!
Really happy with camera - it’s light weight and convenient , can store the camera in my bag not taking much space (if the mic is removed) - love that it’s touch screen by far the Best camera I’ve bought so far !Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 03 Jun, 2024
Camera works fine but LCD screen isn't working, which is annoying... will need to go to Sony repair center.
Camera works fine but LCD screen isn't working, which is annoying... will need to go to Sony repair center.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 16 May, 2018
Aie sony camera
Great camera for its age very clear picture and sound i bought it to download my tapes to hard driveVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 06 Jun, 2018
Hvr-a1e sony cadcam
Holding my breath, camera developed a fault error code 32:11 I am sorting other work out before trying to rectify fault.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 07 Sep, 2017
It's a really nice camera to use it looks good too
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 11 Feb, 2025
Worth it for the accessories
The camcorder was bought for spares , but the included accessories were more than worth the purchase price on their own .Verified purchase: Yes
