Sony HDR-MV1 Music Video Recorder - SKU#1873139

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2017-08-14T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

too wide angle, dont but more than one

For what it is its very good. The wide angle is so extreme however that it becomes a specialization cam and i wouldn't buy more than one (i bought three thinking they would be good to cut between from diferent angles but too wide angle

ziphler

2017-07-10T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Perfect for musicians

Used this quite a lot now and really happy with it. This is not like a standard handycam, with lots of functions like image stabilisation and a zoom lens - it is very specialised and the focus is firmly on superb audio quality with good quality video, even in low light. It basically powers on and there's a start/stop recording button. Yes the features are very limited but it does what it was designed to do very well. Very wide angle lens allows you to get up close to the sound source and still get the whole band in frame. Instruments and vocals all sound clear, clean and true with no distortion or noise. I've tested the sound quality back to back with my GoPro Black Hero5 and the Sony is leagues ahead. I very slightly prefer the image from the Hero5 as there's less wide-angle distortion and I like the GoPro as a second camera but would definitely use the MV1 audio. Really easy to use straight out of the box, easy to navigate around the menus and it connected to my android phone first time. The phone connection/control is super handy as the built in screen is not viewable when the MV1 is actually recording. I'd have given this 5 stars if it came with a micro card, as you can't use it without one. For best results use with a tripod.

Malc63

2017-05-01T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Nice Recorded

I bought this for music instrument sound record and video.

KelvinSoon

2016-09-26T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great camera for drummers

I bought this camera about a month ago and I couldn't be happier with it. It reacts well to drums and voice, and the video quality is great under low light!

MortonTrider

2016-07-06T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Sound. Best for Musicians.

Using this to record drums and it sounds very clear and crisp. Highly recommended.

CK C.

2016-05-06T20:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

Great features , useful for classroom recording :)

Great product , would recommend to my friends, prefer the premium quality that Sony provided

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Sony MV1 Specifications

  • Sensor

    16 Megapixel CMOS

  • Backside Illumination

    Yes

  • Effective Pixels

    16,000,000

  • Angle of View

    120deg.

  • Recording System

    NTSC

  • Recording Media

    Memory Stick Micro, microSD/SDHC/SDXC

  • Video Format

    High Definition
    MP4
    1920 x 1080p / 30 fps
    1280 x 720p / 30 fps

  • Microphone Recording Angle

    120deg.

  • Channels

    2.0-Channel Stereo

  • Audio Format

    AAC
    LPCM

  • Sampling Frequency

    LPCM: 44.1 kHz
    AAC: 48.0 kHz

  • Bit Rate

    LPCM: 16.0-bit
    AAC: 128.0 kbps

  • Display Type

    LCD

  • Touchscreen

    No

  • Screen Size

    2.7"

  • Pixel Count

    460,000

  • Built-in Mic

    Yes

  • Built-in Speaker

    Yes

  • Built-in Light/Flash

    Light - No
    Flash - No

  • Wi-Fi

    Yes

  • Outputs

    1x HDMI D (Micro)
    1x Multi-Terminal USB

  • Microphone Input

    Yes

  • Headphone Jack

    Yes

  • Battery

    Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack

  • Charging Method

    USB

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About Sony HDR-MV1 Music Video Recorder - SKU#1873139

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Great camera for drummers

By MortonTrider

I bought this camera about a month ago and I couldn't be happier with it. It reacts well to drums and voice, and the video quality is great under low light!

Great Sound. Best for Musicians.

By CK C.

Using this to record drums and it sounds very clear and crisp. Highly recommended.

The Sony HDR-MV1 Music Camcorder is designed for capturing high-quality video and audio. It can record Full HD 1920 x 1080p video at 30 fps and LPCM or AAC stereo audio. For video, it's equipped with a 16MP Exmor R CMOS image sensor and a wide-angle 120deg. Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens. It can also capture HD 1280 x 720p video at 30 fps and it records to the web-friendly MP4 format. The camcorder features a 2.7" LCD monitor as well.

For recording audio, the HDR-MV1 features a 120deg. stereo microphone array and an external microphone input. It also has a headphone jack for more accurate audio monitoring. You can record audio using the 44.1kHz/16-bit LPCM format or the 48kHz/128kbps AAC format. Plus, the camcorder supports Audio Lip Sync functionality and manual or auto audio level control. The 2.7" LCD screen features an on-screen meter as well, which you can use to monitor the audio input levels.

For wireless connectivity, the HDR-MV1 features built-in Wi-Fi with One Touch NFC smartphone or tablet pairing. This allows you to use your compatible mobile device as a remote control and a remote monitor. Once you've recorded some footage, you can transfer it to your mobile device via Wi-Fi for immediate uploading onto the Internet. There's also a micro-HDMI output and a Multi Terminal USB port that supports simultaneous data transfer and charging.

Sony HDR-MV1 Music Video Recorder - SKU#1873139 Features

  • Powerful LPCM and AAC for recording versatility: Records in uncompressed Linear PCM (LPCM) and versatile AAC sound. With LPCM recording you'll capture high resolution CD-quality sound (44.1kHz, 16 bit). With AAC recording you'll (48kHz, 128kbps) capture files ideal for the internet
  • Capture wide stereo sound with 120deg. X/Y mic: The HDR-MV1's 120deg. stereo microphone array not only captures full stereo sound but, unlike smartphones and conventional camcorders, its wide angle allows you to easily capture every note an lyric, the entire band from close distances
  • High-quality 30p HD video with low grain in low light: Record high quality 1920x1080/30p HD video even in low lighting situations. The MP4 format is ideal for enjoying and sharing your HD movies on your PC, Mac computer or the internet
  • Wide-angle 120deg. Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens: The 120deg. wide angle Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens, not only captures high-quality video with excellent resolution, contrast and color reproduction, but its wide angle allows you to easily capture the entire band and stage from close distances
  • USB terminal for convenient charging and data transfer: The HDR-MV1 is equipped with a USB port to charge the battery and to access content on a computer simultaneously
  • Audio Lip Sync ensures synchronized A/V output: Audio Lip Sync functionality ensures A/V synchronicity for postproduction
  • Capture stereo sound via an external microphone: Use your favorite mic when recording by simply attaching via MIC IN terminal
  • Long lasting stamina battery: Record everything from short jam sessions to longer performances with long lasting stamina battery
  • Manually control and monitor input levels via 2.7" LCD screen: The HDR-MV1 offers manual or auto audio level control. These levels (31 steps) can be automatically adjusted or manually controlled. An on-screen meter allows users to monitor the input levels and adjust to diverse environments
  • NFC/Wi-Fi allows simple, one-touch transfer and sharing: The HDR-MV1 employs Wi-Fi and One Touch NFC to link to smartphones or tablets. 3 Instantly upload recorded videos on the Internet. Wi-Fi/NFC also turns your mobile device into a remote control and monitor for the HDR-MV1

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What's in the box:

  • Sony HDR-MV1 Music Video Recorder
  • Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
  • Micro-USB Cable
  • Original Box