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Sony HDR-AZ1VR Mini splashproof action camera with Live View watch

Item # 158AZ1VRW

Sony's action video camera lineup has some pretty small models.

Sony's action video camera lineup has some pretty small models.

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Item # 158AZ1VRW

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About the Sony HDR-AZ1VR

Eric A.

Say hello to your little adventuring friend

Sony's action video camera lineup has some pretty small models. The HDR-AZ1VR is downright tiny — just 2/3 the size of the company's well-known HDR-AS30. That means you can take it skiing, snowboarding, parasailing, etc. with less air friction. That's pretty important when you want to go as fast as possible. That also means less weight on your helmet or handlebars.
See what your camera is recording with the included Live View watch.

See what your camera is recording with the included Live View watch.

Say hello to your little adventuring friend

Sony's action video camera lineup has some pretty small models. The HDR-AZ1VR is downright tiny — just 2/3 the size of the company's well-known HDR-AS30. That means you can take it skiing, snowboarding, parasailing, etc. with less air friction. That's pretty important when you want to go as fast as possible. That also means less weight on your helmet or handlebars.

Mounting gear included

The camera by itself is splashproof, but if you plan to take it out snorkeling or surfing, you'll want to encase it in the included waterproof case — good for submerging the camera down to 16 feet. The case is also shockproof and dustproof. Truly a crucial accessory when you're on the go. The standard kit also includes an adhesive mount and tripod adapter so you can be ready for anything.

See what your camera sees

The included Live View watch lets you keep an eye on the feed from your camera, which comes in very handy when the HDR-AZ1VR is mounted where you can't easily reach it. Not only can you watch from the camera's-eye view, but you can use the wristband controls to start and stop the camera, or change its settings on the fly. Want to switch to a high frame rate so you can watch it in slo-mo? No need to stop what you're doing, just use the watch.

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Product highlights:

  • included wrist-mounted LCD live view screen allows you to monitor and remotely control mini action camera
  • captures HD video in 1080p/60/30 fps
    • slow motion modes for studying and refining form and technique
  • one-touch near-field communication (NFC) simplifies pairing to Wi-Fi-enabled devices
  • built-in GPS adds location and speed information to your videos
  • ultra-wide angle Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar® f/2.8 lens gives a sharp, clear 170-degree viewing angle
  • included rugged, waterproof housing seals against dust, grime, and mud, and is waterproof to 197 feet
  • SteadyShot® image stabilization with active mode helps to cancel the effects of camera shake
    • SteadyShot reduces angle of view to 120°
  • threaded tripod mount is integrated into the waterproof housing
  • snaps high-quality 11.9-megapixel still JPEG images
  • interval recording function can be set to 5/10/30/60 seconds
  • records to optional Memory Stick Micro® and Micro SD/SDHC memory cards
  • includes camera, battery, adhesive mount, waterproof case, micro USB cable, operating guide
Technical Specs:
  • includes NP-BY1 lithium ion battery
  • USB port for easy connection to a PC (cable included)
  • micro HDMI port for easy playback on an HDTV (cable not included)
  • 1"W x 1-7/16"H x 3"D
  • weight: 2.2 oz. with battery and memory card
  • warranty: 1 year parts, 90 days labor
  • MFR # HDRAZ1VR/W

What's in the box:

  • White action camera/camcorder (HDR-AZ1)
  • SPK-AZ1 Clear waterproof case
  • NP-BY1 Lithium-Ion battery (3.7V 640mAh 2.7Wh)
  • 23" USB cable (Type A USB on one end and micro USB on the other)
  • Live-View Remote (RM-LVR2V)
  • Attachment buckle
  • Flat adhesive mount
  • Curved adhesive mount
  • Tripod adapter (installed)
  • Operating Guide (Eng)
  • Operating Guide (Fren/Span)
  • Warranty sheet (US)
  • Warranty sheet (Canada)
  • Waterproof Case Operating Guide
  • Mounts + Accessories sheet

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More details on the Sony HDR-AZ1VR

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Features

Overview: The Sony HDR-AZ1 Action Cam Mini is about 2/3 the size of the previous model (AS100V). This lightweight, durable digital HD video camera captures your point of view while performing action sports. The camera body itself is splash proof (IPX4), and comes with a waterproof clear plastic case. It can be mounted in a variety of places, using the supplied surface mounts and other optional mounts. The Action Cam can record pro-quality XAVC-S video at very high bit rates, as well as Full HD 1080p MP4 video and 13.5MP still images. The AZ1 also has built-in Wi-Fi so you can share your videos wirelessly to your smartphone or tablet or control it remotely. This HDR-AZ1VR "Live-View Remote" package includes the new RM-LVR2V Live-View Remote.

Image Sensor: The AZ1 is equipped with a 1/2.3" Exmor R CMOS image sensor with 16.8-million gross pixels and 11.9-million effective pixels for movies and photos.

Lens: The ultra wide angle Zeiss Tessar lens gives you a wide 170° perspective. It has a bright F2.8 aperture, and a 17.1mm focal length (35mm equivalent) for video.

Recording Media: You can record HD video and Still Images onto Memory Stick Micro (Mark2), microSD, microSDHC, or microSDXC memory cards.

Note: High-capacity Class 10 or higher microSDXC cards are recommended for recording XAVC-S movies. Class 4 or higher cards are recommended for MP4 movies.

Built-in Wi-Fi: The AZ1 has built-in Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b/g/n; 2.4 GHz). You can operate the camera via Wi-Fi using the included Live-View Remote, or Smart Remote Control function of a smartphone. You can also transfer and display images on to a smartphone or tablet wirelessly via the downloadable "PlayMemories Mobile" app, compatible with iOS (7.0 or later) and Android (4.3 or later). Some Android devices (4.0 or later) can be connected via One-touch Functions via NFC. The Smart Remote Control function allows you to start/stop recording, change shooting mode, and change the SteadyShot and Field Angle settings.

Note: The camera's Airplane Mode lets you disable all functions related to the wireless applications.

GPS: The RM-LVR2V Live-View Remote is equipped with a GPS receiver that will transfer the location information and movement speed to the camera while recording movies. The PlayMemories Home software (downloadable from the internet to your PC) allows you to import movies with the GPS log to a computer and view them with a map showing the location information. Without the Live-View remote, no GPS data is recorded.

Video Recording: The HDR-AZ1 can record pro quality video in the XAVC-S Format with LPCM audio, as well as easily shareable MP4 video with AAC audio. You can choose from the following recording resolution options:

Display Recorded Image Resolution Frame Rate
XAVC-S Format
XAVC S 60 Pro-quality XAVC-S recording at high 50 Mbps bit rate 1920 x 1080 60p
XAVC S 30 Pro-quality XAVC-S recording at high 50 Mbps bit rate 1920 x 1080 30p
XAVC S 24 Pro-quality XAVC-S recording at high 50 Mbps bit rate 1920 x 1080 24p
MP4 Format
PS Highest resolution/smooth image recorded at 2x frame rate 1920 x 1080 60p
HQ Highest resolution 1920 x 1080 30p
STD High resolution 1280 x 720 30p
HS 120 High Speed recording/smooth image recorded at 4x frame rate 1280 x 720 120p
SLOW Slow motion image recorded at 2x frame rate (no audio) 1280 x 720 60p
SSLOW Super slow motion image recorded at 4x frame rate (no audio) 1280 x 720 120p
VGA Standard Resolution 640 x 480 30p
Note: The video system can be set to NTSC or PAL, depending upon the TV system of the country where you use the camera. Some functions are not available with the PAL system.

Still Image Recording: The AZ1 can record 13.5MP JPEG still images with a resolution of 4896 x 2760 (16:9). You can also take a series of 2MP (1920 x 1080) still photos at regular intervals. You can choose from 1, 2, 5, 10, 30, and 60 second intervals.

SteadyShot: The camera has built-in SteadyShot for reducing camera-shake when shooting. When the field angle is set to 170°, SteadyShot will be set to Off. When SteadyShot is On, the field angle is reduced to 120°. SteadyShot is not effective in High Speed or Super Slow Motion recording modes.

Underwater Scene Mode: When preparing to shoot underwater using the supplied SPK-AZ1 waterproof case, you can activate a special scene mode for underwater shooting. In all other cases, the Normal scene mode should be used.

Battery Options: The AZ1 comes with the NP-BY1 Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery (3.7v, 640mAh, 2.4Wh). The battery is charged in the camera via USB, or using the optional AC-UD10 USB charger (sold separately). The Recording, Playback, and Charging time of the batteries (in minutes) are as follows:

Battery Pack Continuous Recording Time Typical Recording Time Playback Time Charging Time
Image Quality HQ VGA HQ VGA HQ VGA Computer AC-UD10
NP-BY1 (supplied) 80 (85) 85 (100) 45 (50) 50 (60) 120 130 145 125
Note: Times in parentheses indicate Wi-Fi remote control function is Off.

Accessories: The HDR-AZ1 has the following supplied and optional accessories:

  • Live-View Remote (RM-LVR2V): The Live-View Remote, included in this kit, can be used to operate the Action Cam via Wi-Fi, while you monitor your video on the remote's LCD screen. The remote is waterproof, allowing you to use it in the rain, snow, or the beach. The RM-LVR1 Live-view remote is also compatible.
  • Waterproof Case (SPK-AZ1): This supplied clear plastic waterproof case allows you to shoot movies in the rain or at the beach. It has a locking case cover with an O-ring seal to maintain its water resistance. Once the AZ1 is inserted into the case, you can only operate the Start/Stop button and the Hold button, to prevent accidental operation. The case has a standard 1/4"-20 tripod thread on the bottom so you can mount it on the supplied attachment buckle or a tripod.
  • Tripod Adapter: The tripod adapter allows you to attach accessories to the camera without the use of the waterproof case. It fits on the bottom of the camera via a single screw.
  • Attachment Buckle/Adhesive Mounts: The supplied Attachment Buckle mounts to the Waterproof Case, or the Tripod Adapter, via the 1/4"-20 tripod thread. The Attachment Buckle slides and locks into either of the supplied Adhesive Mounts. The camera comes with a flat Adhesive Mount and a curved Adhesive Mount for applying to different shaped surfaces.
  • Universal Head Mount Kit (BLT-UHM1): The optional Universal Head Mount Kit lets you strap the AZ1 Action Camera to your head, on a helmet, or on goggles. It lets you shoot hands-free videos at eye level.
  • Clip Head Mount (BLT-CHM1): The optional Clip Head Mount kit allows you to attach the Action Cam to your helmet, hat, goggles, or belt.
  • Board Mount (VCT-BDM1): The optional Board Mount lets you mount the Action Camera on a surf board, skate board, or kayak. Two adhesive surface mounts and two camera tether straps are included.
  • Other Mounts: Additional mounts for the HDR-AZ1 include a helmet mount (VCT-HSM1), handlebar mount (VCT-HM1), roll bar mount (VCT-RBM1), backpack mount (VCT-BPM1), suction cup mount (VCT-SCM1), and wrist mount (AKA-WM1). An Action Monopod (VCT-AMP1) is available for recording yourself while participating in your favorite activities.

Computer Compatibility: The HDR-AZ1 comes with no software, but requires you to download "PlayMemories Home" software from the Sony website. Once you have downloaded the software, you can connect the camera and register it with the software so its functions can be used. "PlayMemories Home" is compatible with Windows Vista (SP2), Windows 7 (SP1), and Windows 8/8.1, as well as Mac OS X v10.6 - v10.8.

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Q
Range on the remote?
alan  Nov 13, 2015
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A
As tested internally on the same floor through two walls (sheet rock covered wood framing) the wireless range of the remote was about 20 feet.
david  Nov 16, 2015 (Staff)

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