The new Sony EX-1 HD camcorder is the current "hot" camera, providing amazing image quality in a compact, affordable package. It's on my "to buy" list. The camera uses CMOS imagers, rather than the CCD imagers traditionally used in video gear. CMOS has some advantages, like lower power consumption and heat generation, and lack of vertical smear issues.
There are, however, issues with the fact that this camera uses what's known as a "rolling shutter," which can introduce some nasty artifacts.
Barry Green at DVX User has a really informative write-up comparing CCDs to CMOS imagers, along with samples of problematic footage from the EX-1. If you're considering one of these units check out Barry's article to make sure won't get burned by the particular limitations of the EX-1.
Monday, January 28, 2008
Sony EX-1 Rolling Shutter Issues
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