The Sony PMW-EX1R camcorder is a professional grade HD camcorder. This Sony camcorder features three 0.5-inch Exmore CMOS sensors that each has a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels. The professional camera person can chose the mode that they want to record in, including DVCAM with several bit modes. The 35 Mbs HQ mode is ideal for recording in high-definition resolutions of 1920x1080, 1440x1080, and 1280x720 pixels. It also has a 25 Mbs SP mode for other times. The wide-angle 0.5-inch lens of this Sony camcorder has a Fujinon 14x zoom lens that offers optimum picture performance. With a high performance SxS memory card, the Sony PMW-EX1R camcorder can record for up to 140 minutes on a single 32 GB card. Recording rates range from 60 fps to 1 fps for this HD camcorder. This Sony camcorder has been designed with an ergonomic approach for long term comfort for professionals that record weddings, business events, or family events.