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Sony NEX-VG20
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Product Description
The Sony NEX-VG20 Interchangeable Lens HD Camcorder (Body Only) is the updated, second generation of the large-sensor Handycam camcorder, featuring an even higher-resolution CMOS chip and new 24p & 60p recording modes at 1920 × 1080 resolution. Like its predecessor, the NEX-VG10, the VG20 has an APS-sized sensor and an E-mount for attaching Sony’s growing family of compatible lenses, and so the camcorder enables the shallow depth of field for which DSLR video cameras are so highly prized.
The NEX-VG20 features a new grip and belt design for more comfortable handheld operation. New buttons enable more efficient operation: there are new direct-access hard keys near the rear of the body, an expanded focus button for better manual focus, and a second REC button that’s more easily accessible during low-angle shooting, for when you’re holding the NEX-VG20 by its pro-style handle.
Of course, the VG20 keeps the features that made its predecessor such a standout. The APS HD CMOS sensor is significantly larger than a conventional camcorder’s, and it’s large enough to grant you creative control over what’s in focus and what’s not, facilitating cinematic-looking video. Manual control over all significant image parameters furthers this intimate level of engagement with captured image.
And unlike with DSLR cameras, there’s a swiveling LCD screen, to show you what’s in the frame as you shoot from any angle – the 3.0" Xtra Fine LCD now swivels 270°. It’s also now a touchscreen, for direct control over menu functions. When the LCD panel is closed, the assignable control dial is now accessible to the operator.
Further enhancements for the NEX-VG20 include the capture of RAW still images (up to the sensor’s 16.1 Mp size, of course) and 5.1 surround-sound recording with audio level control. Like the VG10, the NEX-VG20 records AVCHD files (up to 24 Mb/s) to either Memory Stick or SD/SDHC/SDXC cards, and it adds Direct Copy of these files to hard drives.
- Sensor
- Exmor APS HD CMOS.
- Recording Media
- SD/SDHC/SDXC , Memory Stick Duo (one shared slot).
- Record Time (per Gigabyte)
- FX 24 Mbps – 5min, FH 17 Mbps – 6min, HQ 9 Mbps – 12min
- Resolutions
- 1920x 1080, 1440x 1080
- Frame Rates
- 60p, 60i, 30p, 24p
- Battery Life (approximate)
- 2hr.
- Audio Input
- mini Jack.
- Specialty
- Video
- Camcorder
- Battery (NP-FV70)
- Battery Charger w/cord
- AC Adapter w/cord
- USB Cable
- Wind screen for mic
Native Lens Mount: E Mount
Available Adapters:
- Hot Rod PL Tuner S Kit for Sony E Mount (yes, you can, but you really shouldn’t).
- Sony A Mount LA-EA1
- Sony A Mount (with manual aperture control)
- Leica M
- Nikon G (with manual aperture control)
LensRentals.com offers rentals ranging in length from 4 to 90 days. The shopping cart will automatically update the quoted price as you adjust the length of your rental. Our most common rental periods are shown below:
| Rental Period | Waiver Price | Rental Price | Total Price | Approximate Day Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 days | $9.75 | $75.00 | $84.75 | $21.19 |
| 7 days | $13.00 | $100.00 | $113.00 | $16.14 |
| 10 days | $17.50 | $135.00 | $152.50 | $15.25 |
| 14 days | $22.75 | $175.00 | $197.75 | $14.13 |
| 21 days | $30.50 | $235.00 | $265.50 | $12.64 |
| 30 days | $38.25 | $295.00 | $333.25 | $11.11 |
| 45 days | $50.00 | $385.00 | $435.00 | $9.67 |
| 60 days | $58.50 | $450.00 | $508.50 | $8.48 |
| 90 days | $75.50 | $580.00 | $655.50 | $7.28 |
| Rental Period | Rental Price | Approximate Day Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 4 days | $75.00 | $18.75 |
| 7 days | $100.00 | $14.29 |
| 10 days | $135.00 | $13.50 |
| 14 days | $175.00 | $12.50 |
| 21 days | $235.00 | $11.19 |
| 30 days | $295.00 | $9.83 |
| 45 days | $385.00 | $8.56 |
| 60 days | $450.00 | $7.50 |
| 90 days | $580.00 | $6.44 |
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