Stephan wrote:This one must be based on a consumer single-sensor sibling. Anyone's guess? HDR-CX700V?
With a 26.3 mm focal length at widest angle (35 mm equivalent), 10x zoom ratio, 37 mm filter diameter, a single 1/2.88'' Exmor R sensor, 921K pixels LCD monitor, it has the same optical / internal specs as the HDR-CX560V / HDR-CX700V.
But with the assignable lens ring (instead of a tiny dial), XLR adapter module, internal (sealed) battery compartment, it's an altogether new physical design. And I would also hope for some additional image control features maybe in the embedded software, but this isn't covered by the brochure or the product page.
To me, it reminds me a lot of the form factor of the Sony A1U / A1E.
Currently retailing for US$3200. To me that seems really a little pricey considering its based on a CX700.
Below is a pic of the Sony A1U - you can see how similar it is in shape and size, despite it being a few years old now compared to the new NX70:
