Anyone who's ever experienced a film with great audio knows how vital
sound is to the movie. The Q3 Handy Video Recorder brings our renowned
audio technology to the camcorder, making it the best sounding video
camcorder you've ever heard.
The Q3 uses the same microphone capsules as our industry-leading H4n
Handy Recorder & is perfect for recording anything where great audio
and video are a must. From live musical performances & rehearsals,
interviews, conferences to video podcasts, journalism, education,
recitals, weddings or sports, the Q3's pristine audio quality takes your
videos to another level. Designed with everything you need to make your
movies right out of the box, the Q3
Includes:: Handy Share software for
editing, & a 2GB SD card for up to 1 hour of video recording time. And
the Q3 will also accept up to 32GB SDHC cards for a staggering 16 hours
of moviemaking!
When your shoot is complete, the Q3's cleverly designed USB (Universal Serial Bus) cable lets
you upload your movies to your computer. Then use Handy Share to edit and
share them on your favorite websites including You Tube, Facebook &
My Space. Or, plug in the included TV cable & watch your videos on
television.
Super Video Quality
The Q3 supports Quick Time (MOV) format. With MPEG-4 SP compression in
VGA size (640 x 480 pixel) at 30 frames per second, you can record very
smooth video shots anywhere, anytime. Plus, integrated digital 2 times
zoom function enables you to get up close & personal. The Q3's large,
2.4" LCD screen with a resolution of 320 x 240 makes viewing easy on the
go. Its display also
Includes:: audio meters so you can quickly set &
monitor your levels as you shoot. Additional data such as remaining
recording time & remaining battery life are also accessible, & its
built-in monitor speaker enables you to check video with audio right
after shooting.
True Stereo Sound
The Q3 has two condenser mics on-board, engineered in the same X/Y
pattern as the H4n Handy Recorder that gives recording pros the best
stereo recording possible. Arranged with the right & left mics on the
same axis, this design ensures that the mics are always an equal
distance from the sound source for perfect localization without phase
shifting. The result is a great sounding recording with natural depth
and highly accurate stereo imaging every time... all at the touch of a
button.
The Q3's X/Y microphones are directional, so you can "focus" the mics on
your sound source. Use the on-board audio meters to set the gain to
Low, High or Auto so you can record in very loud or very soft
environments. Or use the Q3's Auto Record Level function to
automatically set the appropriate recording levels for the situation!
Shoot your video with the confidence that the Q3 is capturing great
audio at the absolute best level possible. With an on-board low-cut
filter to reduce background noise & an included windscreen that
prevents wind noise from being picked up by the Q3's highly sensitive
microphones as a standard accessory, you can make movies with incredible
audio clarity, even outdoors.
Sound Matters on Youtube
With the Q3, all your videos will sound like they were recorded in a
professional studio. Ideal for shooting any kind of musical performance
from jazz to classical to metal, solo to orchestral, the Q3 will make it
fun & easy to shoot your music videos anywhere, anytime. The Q3 also
makes it easy to share your videos with your friends on You Tube. Simply
plug the Q3 into your computer, launch the onboard Handy Share software
and select the videos you want to put on the web. & if your vision
needs a few edits, you can use Handy Share to cut your movie before you
share it with the world.
To play music better, seeing your performance can be almost as important
as hearing yourself. With the Q3, you get both capabilities. Music
educators & students alike will find a plethora of applications for
the Q3 from the classroom to the practice room. Ideal for recording
auditions or making video lessons available to students, the Q3's
amazing stereo recording will capture every nuance while the video
rolls. Use the Q3 on a microphone stand with our mic clip adaptor
option, sold separately.
The Q3 makes an excellent accessory for anyone who does videography as a
full-time occupation or as a hobby. Imagine being able to use the Q3
for individualized video shoots of the bride & groom before a wedding.
Or give a Q3 to everyone in the wedding party for personalized video
clips. Capture the wedding music with ease. The possibilities are truly
endless. & with pristine, focused audio, you'll never miss a moment,
even in a noisy environment.
Recording Media: SD memory card (16MB-2GB), SDHC memory card (4GB-32GB)
Image Sensor: VGA CMOS sensor
Focal Length: 0.8m to infinity
Video Compression: MPEG4-SP
Video Resolution: 640 x 480 pixels (VGA)
Video Format: MOV
Frame Rate: 30 frames/sec
Audio Format: PCM (Quantization: 16/24bit, Sampling Frequency: 44.1/48/96k Hz)
MP3 (Bit Rate :48/56/64/80/96/112/128/160/192/224/256/320kbps)
Functions: Lo-cut filter, Auto REC level, 2x digital zoom
LCD Screen: 2.4-inch QVGA
Built-in Mic: 120-degree X/Y stereo (Maximum Sound Pressure Level: 130d B SPL)
Built-in Speaker: Monaural, 400m W 8O
Phones / Line Out: 1/8" Stereo phone jack
TV Out: NTSC/PAL compatible, Stereo audio
USB: USB2.0 High speed compatible, Mass storage class operation
Power Requirements: 2 x AA battery (Alkaline / Ni-MH),
AC adaptor (DC5V/1A/center positive)
Battery Life: 2 hours (Movie mode), 4 hours (Audio mode)
Dimensions: 55 (W) x 132.5 (D) x 32 (H)mm
Weight: 130g (without batteries)