Sony NEX-VG30H Specification Guide

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16.1MP Exmor
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 APS-C HD CMOS sensor 
With approximately 19.5 times the surface area of conventional camcorders, the 16.1MP Exmor
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APS-C HD CMOS sensor makes getting cinematic video with a shallow depth of field video a 
breeze.
Direct power zoom w/ variable zoom speed control 
The NEX-VG30 was built with an all new powered zoom seesaw lever for variable and constant 
speed electronic zooming.  The easily accessible lever supports 2x digital zoom that can be used 
with both variable and fixed focal length lenses.
Sony E-mount 18-200mm OSS image stabilized zoom lens included
The new NEX-VG30H ships with a new Sony E-Mount 3.5-6.3 OSS zoom lens. The new lens provides 
an 11x zoom ratio for superior versatility. Take advantage of 6 selectable zoom speeds.  The result 
is convenient and smooth zooming for your productions.  Made to shoot video, it also includes 
a silent auto-focus system coupled with Optical Steadyshot™ image stabilization with Active 
Mode3, giving you the flexibility of a removable lens with the ergonomics and operability of a 
Handycam
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 camcorder.  
XGA OLED Tru-Finder™ EVF w/ eye sensor
There’s never been anything quite like the Tru-Finder™ OLED electronic viewfinder.  For size, speed 
and brightness even after sunset, this is a gem.  It begins with 2359K dots for amazing resolution 
and high contrast ratio for incredible depth.  OLED reduces motion blur to a bare minimum.  You 
can also see the results of camera adjustments in real time with superb color and detail. 
Quad Capsule Spatial Array Stereo Microphone  
High quality video requires high quality audio. The Quad Capsule Spatial Array stereo 
microphone contains four precision placed microphone capsules that are perfectly angled at 45 
degrees to provide exceptional front-side directivity and stereo separation. 
Mic/Headphone jacks
Dedicated mic and headphone inputs allow for attachment of external microphones (like 
shotgun microphone ECM-CG50 for pin point sound recording) and headphones to monitor 
sound.
Vegas
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 Movie Studio HD Platinum 11
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Included free of charge via download, Sony Vegas
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 Movie Studio HD Platinum 11 allows you to 
easily add video effects, background music, titles, text, transitions, and much more. Everything 
you need to create dramatic HD movies like a pro. Share your creations via DVD, Blu-ray Disc™ 
media, or upload to the web – all from one easy to use program.
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16.1MP RAW Still Images at up to 6fps 
Enjoy incredible DSLR-quality detail and clarity with 16.1MP RAW still images and even catch fast 
action sequences with a continuous burst rate of up to 6fps.   
Accepts  DSLR A- and E-mount lenses5
Using the LA-EA2 adaptor with translucent mirror technology and a built-in AF motor (sold 
separately), you can attach the full selection of  A- and E-mount system lenses, which includes 
all current models, dozens of Minolta A-mount lenses, and an installed base of millions of lenses 
worldwide. Operational restrictions apply.
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 Videographers may also use the LA-EA1 mount 
adaptor for standard A-mount lens compatibility.
Comprehensive Manual Control 
NEX-VG30H
Prosumer Interchangeable lens HD Camcorder