Sony NEX-VG20E

16.1 megapixel Exmor™ APS HD CMOS, 5.1 sound, 25/50p, 7.5cm (3.0”) touchscreen, HDMI®. Body only

Manufacturer
Sony
SKU
NEXVG20EBDI
19-09-2013
Cinematic Full HD video with the flexibility of interchangeable lenses


Stunning cinematic images and sound: Explore a new dimension in creative artistry. Capture beautifully detailed, cinematic video images plus high-quality audio.

16.1 megapixels Exmor™ APS HD CMOS Sensor: Large (APS-C size) image sensor captures Full HD video and still images with the quality and selective depth of field of a DSLR.

BIONZ processor: Powerful image processing ensures clear, detailed video and still images plus quick, responsive shooting.

Choice of interchangeable lenses: Pick the right E-mount lens for any scene. Also use your favourite A-mount DSLR lenses by Carl Zeiss and Sony (requires adaptor).

24 Mbps recording: Full HD 1920 x 1080 video shooting (AVCHD format) at maximum bit rate for increased detail and clarity.

25p/50p recording: Shoot smooth, cinematic Full HD video footage with choice of 25p/50p (progressive) frame rates.

16.1 megapixel still photos: Shoot stills with DSLR-like picture quality and shallow depth of field: also captures RAW files for maximum control when editing.

7.5cm/3" Xtra Fine (921k dot) LCD touch panel: Adjustable angle wide LCD touchscreen for easy fingertip operation and TruBlack technology for clear, high contrast images.

High-resolution Electronic Viewfinder (EVF): With adjustable angle for comfortable composition and viewing of shots from any position, even in bright sunlight.

Quad Capsule Spatial Array Microphone: Advanced mic array with four omnidirectional capsules, with switchable stereo or 5.1ch surround recording and level control.

External microphone jack and headphone out: Jack provided for adding optional external microphone; headphone output allows audio monitoring during recording.

Advanced, easy-to-use operation and ergonomics: Pro-style assignable dial, direct access keys, comfort grip, expanded focus button and second REC button for low-angle shots.

Advanced Dynamic Range Optimiser: Adjusts exposure and contrast for natural results in high-contrast scenes and backlit portraits.

Accessory shoe: Compatible with α flash / lighting systems and other accessories.

HDMI® output: Connect camcorder directly to HD TV or PC with compatible input: view your videos in breathtaking Full HD.

Record on Memory Stick™ or SD card: Slip in a high-capacity media card and shoot Full HD video (up to 470min with 32GB card) with no tapes or discs to worry about.

Video

Full HD 
Y

Technical details

Colour of product 
Black
Built-in speaker(s) 
Y
Weight 
645g
Aperture range (F-F) 
N
Viewfinder
1152000 equivalent
Focal length range (f-f) 
N
Audio dubbing
N
Audio system 
Dolby Digital 5.1ch / 2ch
Bundled software 
Picture Motion Browser (PMB)
Compatible memory cards 
Memory Stick PRO Duo™/ Pro-HG Duo™/ PRO-HG HX Duo™ media<br />SD, SDHC and SDXC memory card (Class 4 or higher cards recommended for movie recording).
Display 
Xtra Fine LCD with TruBlack technology
Face detection
Y
Flash
N
Image processor
BIONZ™
Lens cap included
N
Optical zoom 
N
PictBridge 
N
Remote control type
Y
Scene modes 
N
White balance 
Auto / Outdoor / Indoor / Onepush
Other features
Y
Picture effects
N
Technical features
Y

Ports & interfaces

S-Video out 
Y
Built-in microphone 
Y
Firewire (IEEE 1394) ports 
N
Headphone outputs 
YES
Microphone in 
YES (Stereo mini 3.5mm)
S-Video in
N
USB port 
YES (Hi-Speed USB2.0)

Power

Battery type 
NP-FV70

Performance

Auto focus 
Y
Manual focus
Ring<br />Y

Display

Display resolution (numeric) 
921600 pixels
Touch screen 
Y

Audio

Noise reduction
Y

Lens system

Interchangeable lens 
Y
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)
N
Image stabilizer 
Lens depended
Wide angle lens system
N
Zoom capability 
Y<br />N

Camera

Minimum illumination 
9 lx

Focusing

Smile detection
N

Flash

Shoe mounting point
Y

Packaging content

Lens hood
N
Shoulder strap
N
Wrist strap included
N

Features

Backlight 
N

Picture quality

Maximum image resolution 
4912 x 2760 pixels
Image formats supported 
RAW

Weight & dimensions

Filter size 
N
Width 
9.1 cm
Depth 
22.3 cm
Height 
13 cm

Other features

Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) out 
Y
Video out
YES (STD and HD)
Accessories included
Y
Adapter type
Y
Demonstration mode
N
Edit functions
Delete / Divide
Electrical viewfinder 
1.1cm / 0.43" Xtra Fine
Fader
N
HDMI out 
Y
Lens system 
N
Main camera sensor
APS-C type, (23.5 X 15.6mm) Exmor™ APS HD CMOS sensor with RGB primary color filters
Night mode
N
Shutter speed (photo)
1/4 - 1/8000 (video, manual control), 30 - 1/4000 (photo, manual control)
Spotlight
N
Stylus included
N
USB cable
Y
Video in
N
x.v.Color support 
N
21-pin adapter
N
Advanced HAD technology
N
Auto slow shutter
N
Automatic geotagging by GPS
N
AV cable
N
Battery special features
Y
BRAVIA Sync
Y
Burst record
Y
Burst record Auto Exposure bracketing
Y
Burst record multi 9 pictures
N
Camera features
Y
ClearVid technology
N
D-range optimizer
Y
Direct copy
Y
Dubbing button
N
DVDirect
YES (Without DVDirectExpress)
Easy Handycam
N
Face index
N
Film roll index
N
Golf shot
N
Handycam station
N
Highlight playback
N
Hybrid LCD screen
N
Index playback
Y
Intelligent mode
N
Interval recording
N
LCD size
7.5cm / 3.0"
Map index
N
Memory Mix
N
Memory mode (35mm conversion)
N
Memory Stick included
N
Movie quality
HD; PS:Approx.28Mbps/FX:Approx.24Mbps/FH:Approx.17Mbps/HQ:Approx.9Mbps/LP:Approx.5Mbps. SD; STD HQ:9Mbps
Number of pixels Act Memory mode
16100K
One-touch disc burn
N
Pixels 
16700 pixels
Playback zoom
N
Playlist editing
N
Power consumption (viewfinder operation)
HD: 4.0, SD:3.8 (with SEL-18200 lens)
Quick ON button
N
Smooth slow record
N
Spot focus
Y
Spot metering
Y
Start/Stop Rec button on LCD
Y
Still image recording on internal HDD
N
Still image recording on Memory Stick
Y
Still recording during Movie
N
Surround recording
Y
Tape/Cleaning tape
N
Telemacro
N
USB driver
Y
USB streaming
N
Visual index screen
Y