The HDR-FX1 records in the HDV format, with 1080i resolution at a 16:9 aspect ratio. (That's 1080 × 1440 pixels, for those of you out there measuring.) This is true professional-quality video, of the same resolution as you'll find broadcast on your nearest HDTV station. You have the option of recording at either 24 or 30 frames per second; the former creates a more film-like picture.