Sony To Launch Two New Action Cams In US

Sony has introduced two new HD action cams for users in the US. The two cameras - FDR-X3000R and HDR-AS300, both come with Sony’s BOSS (Balanced Optical SteadyShot) feature. While the two had been launched earlier in different countries like the UK and Australia.

The new action cameras feature optical image stabilization, as opposed to the earlier generation of cameras. This makes FDR-X3000R and HDR-AS300 the first action camera to be equipped with the feature. Earlier cams were outfitted with electronic image stabilization (EIS) framework, which brought about a narrow viewing mode as well as affected image quality by reducing their resolution.

Users will be able to purchase the camera unit alone, or they may go for the kit that includes the new Live-View Remote. The 4K Sony FDR-X3000 will start retailing by the end of September at $400 for the camera unit and $550 for the kit with the remote. Concerning the HDR-AS300, the price of the primary body is $300 with an extra $150 for the pack.

The BOSS framework utilizes a mechanical procedure which does not affect the image quality or scope adversely. With this feature, users will have the capacity to experience ideal perspective view in 4K, and the feature was earlier seen in Sony’s camcorders.

Both FDR-X3000R and HDR-AS300 will have Sony’s recently improved Live-View Remote feature that will obviously be 30 percent smaller in size in comparison with the past models. The remote will give full control of the camera to the user. The remote has likewise been moved up to have the capacity to work at expanded separation levels from the camera with the assistance of a robust WIFI mode.