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June 2015
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The editors liked
The footage looks good. You can connect the camera via micro HDMI and it will push 4K footage directly to the TV
Which is fun at the end of a long day
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Audio quality is excellent
I love that both the camera itself and the waterproof case
Camera Review
Sony FDRX1000V
OCTOBER 07
2015
By Greg Scoblete
For those of us of a certain vintage
It's almost impossible to believe that Sony could be described as an underdog when it comes to video cameras. But in the world of professional action
The X1000V houses a ton of useful features for action lovers
Plus it can record at 4K 100Mbps in Sony's efficient XAVC S codec. There's built-in image stabilization and the camera offers exposure compensation and white balance control. To top it all off
Excellent video capture capacity
Great photo stills from 4K video
Flexible shooting options
Robust and tough design with waterproof case
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1 pixel readout for superior 4K video quality
The editors didn't like
Sony can't make a mount to save its (action camera's) life. For something that's supposed to be built for rough n' tumble activities
That right there basically makes it a non-starter
Ditto the not-so-waterproof case
Though it's possible that we just ha
Camera Review
Sony FDRX1000V
Menu response times when tweaking settings on the camera can be slow
While the lens casing gets smeary and droplets clings to the front when you shoot in and out of the water
Abstract: Here is your first look at the Sony FDR-X1000 4K Action Cam.Brandon from LinusTechTips brings us this amazing explanation how Metabones Speedboosters are able to give your interchangeable-lens camera an additional f-stop. That means more light and even sh...
Abstract: Check out our 4K test footage of the GoPro HERO4 Black and Sony FDR-X1000v. This is the test footage from our Heads up Video with the GoPro HERO4 Black and the Sony FDR-X1000V.Buy your GoPro or Sony Action Cam from Amazon using the links below to support ...
Abstract: Want to see how the GoPro HERO4 Black matches up with Sony's New 4K Action Cam (FDR-X1000V)? We got our hands on both cameras and dug in for this video. We compare sharpness and detail, color, dynamic range, menu, buttons, housings, battery life and mount...
Abstract: Here is your first look at the Sony FDR-X1000 4K Action Cam.Here is your first look at the Sony FDR-X1000 4K Action Cam.We got our hands on the Blackmagic Design URSA. We'll unbox it, show you some of its features and make a few corny jokes in the process...
Abstract: At CES 2015, Sony announced a new 4K action cam – the FDR-X1000V . The new camera largely follows the capabilities of its HD predecessors with a splashproof design and elongated body.The new action cam matches up against the new GoPro HERO4 Black quite we...
Amazing 4K video quality, Super-smooth stabilisation, Two tripod mounts, huge mount range
Mediocre battery life, Lens holds water drops, No 2.7K recording
LikeAmazing 4K video quality.Super-smooth stabilisation.Two tripod mounts, huge mount range.Don't LikeMediocre battery life.Lens holds water drops.No 2.7K recording.If your life is interesting enough, or if you're planning a snow or beach holiday or long...
Published: 2016-10-15, Author: Eric , review by: uk.hardware.info
The developments in the domain of the action cam are a bit slower than a few years ago. The image quality has been slightly improved across the board, wifi is pretty much standard and the high-end models can record at 4K quality and in ultra slow motion...
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Published: 2015-06-02, Author: Jackson , review by: reviewed.com
At the end of the day, in the action cam market, the buck stops at GoPro. Whether a company is trying to compete with them or not, they are the standard that everyone is held to. In order for Sony-or any company-to steal a substantial piece of the action...
4K (UHD) video recording, Good-looking, smooth videos, High 100-Mbps bitrate, SteadyShot stabilization
Larger than most action cams, 4K requires SDXC card, Some quality issues in bright light, Pricey compared to competition
Sony's 4K Action Cam is very good camcorder that delivers good-looking picture quality and smooth videos, thanks to its high-bitrate capability and image stabilization. But with every camera that can shoot 4K, we ask the same question: Do you need it rig...
At the end of the day, in the action cam market, the buck stops at GoPro. Whether a company is trying to compete with them or not, they are the standard that everyone is held to. In order for Sony–or any company–to steal a substantial piece of the actio...
