Sony NEX-VG10 Specifications

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NEX-VG10 Overview

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NEX-VG10 Overview
Specifications

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Model Name:	Sony NEX-VG10
Prices:
Manufacturer URL:	Manufacturer website
Predecessor:
Successor:
General
Model Number:	NEX-VG10
Alternate Model Number(s):
Camera Format:	Compact System Camera
Currently Manufactured:	No
Retail Price:	$1999.99
Street Price:
Date Available:	2010-09-15
Tripod Mount:	Yes
Weight:	45.9 oz (1,300 g) includes batteries, kit lens
Size:	3.8 x 5.2 x 11.6 in. (97 x 132 x 294 mm)
Waterproof:	No
Waterproof Depth:	n/a

Image Sensor
Sensor Type:	CMOS
Sensor Manufacturer:	Sony
Effective Megapixels:	14.2
Sensor Format:	APS-C
Sensor size:	369.72mm² (23.7mm x 15.6mm)
Approximate Pixel Pitch:	5.16 microns
Focal Length Multiplier:	1.5x
Aspect Ratio:	3:2, 16:9
Color Filter Type:	RGBG
Anti Aliasing Filter:	Fixed
Self-Cleaning:	Yes
Sensor shift image stabilization:	No
On-Sensor Phase Detect:	No
DxO Sensor Score:
DxO Color Depth Score (bits):
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs):
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso):
Image Capture
Image Resolution:	4592 x 3056 (14.0 MP, 3:2), 4592 x 2576 (11.8 MP, 16:9), 3344 x 2224 (7.4 MP, 3:2), 3344 x 1872 (6.3 MP, Other), 2288 x 1520 (3.5 MP, Other), 2288 x 1280 (2.9 MP, Other)
Image File Format:	JPEG
Continuous-mode frames/second:	7.0
Video Capture
Can take movies:	Yes
Movie Resolution:	1920x1080 (60i) 1440x1080 (60i)
Movie File Format:	AVCHD (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264)
Composite Video Out:	No
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video:	n/a
Video Usable as Viewfinder:	n/a
HD Video Out:	Yes
HD Video Connection:	HDMI

Lens & Optics
Lens Mount:	Sony E
Lens:	Sony SEL18200 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS
Focal Length (35mm equivalent):	27 - 300mm
Focal Length (actual):	18 - 200mm
Zoom Ratio:	11.10x
Aperture Range:	f/3.5 - 22 (W) / f/6.3 - 40 (T)
Integrated ND Filter:	No
Normal Focus Range:	30 cm to Infinity 11.8 in to Infinity
Macro Focus Range:
Filter Thread:	67.0mm
Thread Type:	n/a
Optical Image Stabilization:	Yes
Digital Zoom:
Digital Zoom Values:
Auto Focus
Auto Focus:	Yes
Auto Focus Type:	Contrast Detect: 25-area, Center, Flexible Spot
Auto Focus Assist Light?	No
Manual Focus:	Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder:	EVF / LCD
Viewfinder Type:	EVF type; 1,152K dots LCD
Focus Peaking:	No
EVF Resolution:
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent):
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed):
Display
Eye-level Viewfinder:	Yes
Rear Display:	Yes
Rear Display Size (inches):	3.0
Rear Display Resolution:	921,600 dots
Touchscreen:	No
Articulating Screen:	Yes
Tilt Swivel Screen:
Selfie Screen:
Max Playback Zoom:	13.0x
Top Deck Display:	No

Exposure
Maximum ISO (native):
Minimum ISO (native):
ISO Settings:	Auto (200-1600), 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800
Auto ISO Mode:	Yes
White Balance Settings:	Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Flash, Color Temp./Filter, Custom
Shutter Speed Range:	1/4000 - 30 sec
Bulb Mode:	Yes
Exposure Compensation:	+/- 2.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Metering Modes:	Multi Segment, Center-weighted, Spot
Program Auto Exposure:	Yes
Aperture Priority:	Yes
Shutter Priority:	Yes
Full Manual Exposure:	Yes
Creative Exposure Modes:	Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Sports Action, Sunset, Night Portrait, Night View, Hand-held Twilight
Self Timer:	2 or 10 seconds
Time Lapse (intervalometer):
High Resolution Composite:	No
Flash
Built-in Flash:	No
Flash Modes:	Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear sync., Slow sync., Red-eye reduction
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100):	n/a
Flash Range Description:	n/a
Max Flash Sync:
Flash Exposure Compensation:	+/- 2.0 EV in 0.3EV steps
External Flash Connection:	Auto-lock accessory hotshoe (alpha), coldshoe
Built-In Wireless Flash Control:
Image Storage
Usable Memory Types:	MS PRO Duo / SD / SDHC / SDXC
UHS Support:
Other Memory:
Dual Card Slots:	No
RAW Capture Support:
Uncompressed Format:
Movie File Format:	AVCHD (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264)
Included Memory:
Included Memory Type:
Connectivity
Built-In Wi-Fi:	No
NFC:
Bluetooth:	No
Built-In GPS:	No
Microphone Jack:	No
Headphone Jack:	No
External Connections:	USB 2.0 High Speed
PictBridge Compliant:	Yes
DPOF Compliant:	Yes
Remote Control:
Remote Control Type:
Connections (extended):	Mini HDMI (Type C), DC Input, External Mic Jack (Stereo mini 3.5mm) , External Headphone Jack (Stereo mini 3.5mm)

Performance Timing
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution):
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame):
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames):
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot):
Camera penalizes early shutter press?
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution):	7.0
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution):	14
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps):
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames):
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps):
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames):
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid):
Shutter lag (full AF, tele):
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR):
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR):
Shutter Lag (manual focus):
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash):
Shutter Lag (prefocused):
Shutter Lag (notes):
Startup Time:
Play -> Record Time:
Flash cycle time, full power:
Power
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View):
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF):
Battery Life, Video:
Battery Form Factor:	Proprietary InfoLithium NP-FV70
Usable Battery Types:	Lithium-ion rechargeable
Batteries Included:	1 x Proprietary NP-FV70 Lithium-ion rechargeable
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter):	Yes
Dedicated Battery Charger Included:
Internal Charging Supported:
Software
Included Software:	PMB (Picture Motion Browser) 5.2; Sony Vegas Movie Studio HD Platinum 10 download coupon
OS Compatibility:	Windows XP/Vista/7
Miscellaneous
Notes & Features:	First consumer-grade interchangeable lens camcorder. Uses Sony NEX E-mount lenses.