The HVR-HD1000 has been created to meet the growing demand from users who are looking for an entry-level professional shoulder mount design with full 1080i HDV recording as well as retaining DV capabilities.----The HVR-HD1000s shoulder-mount design and black matte body is similar to that of other professional camcorders; making it perfect for weddings corporate communications and sporting events where appearance can make a big difference. The ergonomically balanced shoulder mount design also reduces operator fatigue on long shoots where a tripod might not be practical.----As well as offering highdefinition HDVTM1080i recording the HVR-HD1000 features a built-in down converter to output DV content - ideal for standard DVD productions. It can also record natively in DV including a Long Play DV mode for maximum flexibility.----For multi-tasking videographers the HVR-HD1000 also features three special still photo modes - ideal for producing DVD cases and even making wedding photo albums.----Whether you are recording weddings and corporate communications or teaching students the HVR-HD1000 is simply the best choice on the market today for an entry level shoulder mount professional camcorder.----Features:----- Super SteadyShotTM (Optical) Image Stabilizer--- Ergonomically designed handle contains a convenient record button and zoom control essential for low position shooting--- Recording format: HDV1080/50i DV/DV(LP)576/50i (NTSC)--- Play out/Down conversion format: HDV1080/50i DV/DV(LP)576/50i (NTSC)--- Playback/Recording time: HDV/DV SP Max. 63 min with PHDVM-63DM cassette; DV LP Max. 94.5 min with PHDVM-63DM cassette--- Component video output: RCA Pin x3--- Component video output: RCA Pin x3--- Composite video output: RCA Pin x1--- S-Video output: mini-DIN 4-pin x1--- HDMI....