Conclusion: The Sony HDR-FX1000E's name is rather reminiscent of the seminal DCR-VX1000E, the camcorder which arguably kick-started the digital video revolution. This model is far less of a radical change, but it's still a great professional camcorder, and improves yet further on the video quality of previous HDR-FX models. If you're familiar with Sony...
Conclusion: In terms of design, the FX1000 could almost pass for one of its predecessors, though a closer inspection reveals vastly improved build-quality. Everything just feels sleeker and more robust on this model, with a nice balance between portability and heft. The sense of class has also been carried over to the LCD display, which is a damn sight better...
Conclusion: The good: Consumer HD camcorders are fine for immortalising drunken antics and re-enacting Watchmen with home-made capes, but if you want to break into the big time, you'll need some big-boy kit. HDV gear doesn't come much sweeter than the FX1000E. From its optically pure wideangle 20x optics to its 0.45-inch electronic viewfinder, this Sony...
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