The everywhere camcorder.
Shoot in Full HD 60p and enjoy your footage anywhere. Featuring a handy built-in projector, you can project your footage onto any wall or flat surface for instant entertainment. Plus, it works with HDMI-compatible phones, laptops and tablets, so you can connect and project movies, internet videos and more up to 100" diagonally. Plus, get great close-ups with 30x zoom, and keep your video smooth and shake-free with Optical SteadyShot image stabilization.
The makings of a masterpiece.
Precious moments become even more special the second time around when captured in exquisitely rich 1920 x 1080/60p Full HD video. Notice the perfect photo op while recording? You can shoot 8.9MP still images and video at the same time so you won't miss an ounce of the action. Gather up the gang and share your fantastic footage on the big screen simply by connecting the camcorder to your compatible HDTV with an HDMI cable.
Ready, set, project.
This is really cool. Featuring a high-contrast 13 lumen projector built into the LCD panel, you can transform your camcorder into a mobile movie theater by projecting onto a wall or virtually any flat surface. It's great for sharing footage on the fly, but since it works with HDMI-compatible smartphones, laptops and tablets, you can also project YouTube videos, photos, full-length films and more. It's tons of fun for family movie night, and super convenient for professionals who want to share presentations on the spot.
Incredible 55x zoom.
Sometimes it's difficult to move closer to faraway subjects to nail the shot. That's where powerful zoom enters the equation. Featuring Extended Zoom digital technology that works in conjunction with 30x optical zoom, you can get 55x closer to the action, all while maintaining HD image quality. Your video will be crisp and clear, even as you pan in for extreme close-ups.
Shake-free footage.
Optical SteadyShot image stabilization with Active Mode compensates for greater degrees of camera shake to deliver stunningly smooth video?from wide angle, all the way to full telephoto shooting. Innovative 3-way shake-canceling adds electronic roll stability for even smoother video capture. It's perfect for shooting footage while walking, chasing after the kids, from a moving vehicle or any other less-than-steady scenario.
HD optimized for TV or web.
When it comes to HD quality and file size, you've got options. Choose between shooting in the AVCHD or MP4 formats depending on how you plan to use and share the footage. AVCHD provides premium video quality that looks amazing when played back on large screen HDTVs. MP4 is a smaller file size perfect for quick, easy uploads to sites like Facebook and YouTube or storing in the cloud. The best part? It's all HD, and it all looks incredible.
Never lose focus.
Your subjects will stay crisp, clear and blur-free thanks to advanced focusing technology. Working as an extension of Face Detection technology, Tracking Focus allows you to select the subject you'd like to keep in focus simply by touching the LCD. Even if the object leaves the frame then comes back in again, the camcorder will maintain a tack-sharp focus as your subject moves in and out of view.
Features
1920x1080 Full HD 24p/60p w/8.9MP Exmor R CMOS Sensor
Create cinematic video in high definition 1920 x 1080 24p/60p and high quality 8.9MP still images. Experience stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain with Sony?s back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor. Designed for compact cameras and camcorders, the Exmor R CMOS sensor relocates the photo diodes above the support circuitry, maximizing the light gathering area per pixel so you can shoot with better results in lower lighting conditions.
Project everything from home movies to streaming video.
Enjoy your favorite memories virtually anywhere with the high-contrast 13 lumen projector built-in to the LCD panel. The HDMI multi-terminal allows you to connect external devices that have an HDMI output (smartphones, laptops, tablets, etc.) and use the camcorders projector to enjoy more of your memories than what you capture on the camcorder itself. This puts a new and fun spin on family movie night, game day and adds convenience to the traveling professional who can project presentations on the fly.
Up to 6hr 25min recording with 16GB embedded Flash Memory
The built-in 16GB embedded Flash memory can record and store up to 6 hours 25 minutes of high definition video footage (HD LP mode).
55x Extended Zoom to get even closer to the action
Extended Zoom works in conjunction with 30x optical zoom to get even closer to the action while maintaining HD image quality.
Optical SteadyShot image stabilization w/ Active Mode
Optical SteadyShot image stabilization with Active Mode compensates for greater degrees of camera shake to deliver stunningly smooth video from wide angle to full telephoto shooting. In addition, innovative 3-Way Shake-Canceling adds electronic roll stability for even smoother video capture.
3.0? wide Clear Photo Plus LCD (230k) touch screen
The 3.0? (16:9) Clear Photo Plus LCD touch screen (230K) displays sharp, bright, vivid images, letting you compose a shot more easily -- even outdoors, while enabling you to change settings to best represent the scene. Use the touchscreen to select faces and objects to keep in focus and monitor levels of exposure while you record.
Wide Angle G lens to capture more of what you want
Experience the pinnacle of Sony lens technology with the professional-quality G Lens. Engineered for superior optical performance, Sony G lenses deliver brilliant, accurate color reproduction and sharp, amazingly detailed images. In addition, the 26.8mm focal length in Photo and Video Modes offers a broader perspective for enhanced wide angle shooting.
Expanded recording/monitoring with mic/headphone jack
Features dedicated mic and headphone inputs for expanded audio recording options and convenient monitoring of audio with headphones (external microphones and headphones sold separately).
AVCHD for highest quality or MP4 for optimized video
Select between HD video in the AVCHD or MP4 format for highest quality or easy transfer and sharing. AVCHD provides premium video that can be enjoyed on large screen HDTVs, and is ideal for capturing precious memories at special occasions, family vacations and other moments you want to treasure for a lifetime. MP4 is great for those moments that you want to quickly share on your social networks or store on the cloud.
Tracking Focus follows selected subjects in/out of the frame
Tracking Focus works as an extension of Face Detection to allow you to select an object with a touch of the LCD and have the focus follow the selected object, even if it leaves the frame and returns.
Wind noise reduction for clear voice recording
Wind Reduction reduces noise and interference that is produced when wind passes over the microphone, giving you a clearer and more enjoyable sound experience.
Closer Voice (with Face Detection)
When the camcorder?s Face Detection technology identifies people in a scene, an Advanced Acoustic Processor automatically reduces background noise, resulting in recorded voices with outstanding clarity and intelligibility.
Highlight Playback creates movies with transitions for you
Why spend hours editing your movies when you can let your camcorder do it for you? Highlight Playback identifies and compiles key scenes into a short, entertaining movie complete with music and transitions. You can even pinpoint the exact scene you want to include in the highlight reel.
Direct Copy to external HDD without PC
Store your memories in a whole new way with the ability to copy videos from your camcorder directly to an external hard disk drive (sold separately), all without a computer. Your camcorder can also access videos stored on the external hard drive for playback on your HDTV, allowing you to utilize the camcorder?s handy playback features.
Built-in USB cable for easy file transfer/charge
The high-speed, built-in USB 2.0 cable allows for easy connection to your computer for charging or file transfer without having to remember separate cables. It also fits conveniently into the hand strap so it?s out of the way until you need it. Charging your camcorder is faster than ever now through the USB; for every two minutes of charge time you get one minute of recording time.
Intelligent Auto (180 different scene combinations possible)
Intelligent Auto mode goes a step beyond traditional auto modes by analyzing your shot and then automatically selecting the appropriate settings from ten distinct scene modes and wind noise reduction. There are 180 different combinations possible: Portrait, Baby, Walk, Tripod , Backlight, Landscape, Spotlight, Twilight, Macro, Low light, Auto Wind Noise Reduction. The camcorder utilizes an advanced sound processor and sophisticated noise reduction algorithms to reduce wind noise by up to 10db compared to other models. In addition to reducing low frequency noise, iAuto also suppresses mid- and upper-frequency noise, resulting in clearer, more enjoyable sound.
Specifications
Camera
Camera Type: Digital HD Video Camera Recorder w/ Projector
Imaging Sensor
Imaging Sensor: 1/5.8'' (3.1mm) back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS Sensor
Processor: BIONZ image processor
Pixel Gross: Approx.2390K pixels
Effective Picture Resolution: Movie: Approx.2290K pixels(16:9) Still: Approx.2290K pixels(16:9)
Color Filter System: RGB primary color filters
Recording
Media Type: Internal Flash Memory; Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark 2);Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo;Memory Stick XC-HG Duo;SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card(Class 4 or Higher)
Still Image Mode: JPEG
Still Image Max Effective Resolution: 8.9 megapixels
Still Image Size 16:9: Movie Mode: 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240); Photo Mode: 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240)
Still Image Size 4:3: Movie Mode:6.7 megapixels 4:3 (2992x2240); Photo Mode: 6.7 megapixels 4:3 (2992x2240)
Video Mode: HD: MPEG4-AVC/H.264 AVCHD 2.0 format.compatible; STD: MPEG2-PS; MP4: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
Video Resolution: HD:1920x1080/60p(PS),60i(FX,FH), 1440x1080/60i(HQ,LP); STD:720x480/60i; MP4: 1280x720 30p
Video Actual (Pixel): Approx.2290K pixels(16:9),Approx.1710K pixels(4:3)
Video Signal: HDTV, NTSC color, EIA standards
Recording and Playback Times (in Internal Media)(2ch): HD PS: 1h15m; HD FX: 1h30m; HD FH: 2h0m; HD HQ: 3h40m; HD LP: 6h25m; STD HQ: 3h50m (Times are approximate; max time); MP4: 5hr25min
Photo Capture from Movie: 2.1 megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080); 0.3 megapixels 4:3 (640x480); 0.2 megapixels 16:9 (640x360)
Dual Record: 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240); 2.1 megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080)
Audio Format: Dolby Digital 2ch Stereo, Dolby Digital Stereo Creator; MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch
Microphone/Speaker: Built-in Zoom Microphone; Monoral Speaker
Internal Media: Flash Memory 16GB
Mic Level Control: Yes(2steps)
Movie Recording Rate(Average Bit Rate/VBR): HD PS: 28Mbps / FX: 24Mbps / FH: 17Mbps / HQ: 9Mbps / LP: 5Mbps (Approx)
Still Image File Format: DCF Ver.2.0 compatible, Exif Ver.2.3 compatible, MPF Baseline compatible
Wind Noise Reduction: Yes(On/Off)
Optics/Lens
Lens Type: G Lens
Lens Stabilization: Optical SteadyShot image stabilization w/ Active mode (Wide to Tele)
Aperture: F1.8-F4.0
Optical Zoom: 30x
Digital Zoom: 350x
Focal Length (35mm equivalent): Movie Mode: 26.8-804.0mm(16:9), 32.8-984.0mm(4:3); Photo Mode: 26.8-804.0mm(16:9), 32.8-984.0mm(4:3)
Minimum Focus Distance: Approx.1cm(Wide) ,Approx.80cm(Tele) ,Approx.37cm(Tele Macro)
Extended Zoom: 55x
Focal Distance: f=1.9-57.0mm; f=3/32-2 1/4inch
Viewfinder
Touch Panel: Yes
LCD Display
LCD Type: 3.0'' (7.5cm) Clear Photo Plus LCD (230K) Wide (16:9)
Angle Adjustment: Opening Angle:max.90 deg., Turning Angle:max.270 deg.
Brightness Control: Yes(Menu)
Coverage: 100%
Grid Display: Grid Line
Focus Control
Focus System: Contrast AF
AF Modes: Auto/Manual(Touch Panel)
Focus Area: Full range Focus(All)/Spot Focus
Focus Features: Tracking Focus
Exposure System
Metering Modes: Multi-segment/Spot
Exposure Settings: Auto; Manual(Menu); Flexible Spot(Touch Panel)
Scene Mode(s): Auto/Night Scene/Sunrise & Sunset/Fireworks/Landscape/Portrait/Spotlight/Beach/Snow
D-Range Optimizer: Yes
Noise Reduction: Yes
White Balance Mode: Auto/Onepush/Outdoor/Indoor
Minimum Illumination: Standard:6 lux(1/30 Shutter Speed); Low Lux:3 lux(1/30 Shutter Speed)
Auto Iris Control: F1.8 - F10
Backlight Compensation: Yes(Auto)
LOW LUX Mode: Yes
Drive System
Drive Mode: Photo Mode:Single-shot/Self-timer
Self-timer: Approx.10sec.(Still Image)
Shutter Speeds: Shutter Speed(Standard): 1/30 - 1/10,000; Shutter Speed (Auto Control Range)
Projector
Endurance (Battery Life): Approx. 90min(Supplied Battery)
Light Output: Up to 13 lumens
Projector Input: Yes (HDMI micro)
Resolution Output: 640 x 360
Screen Coverage: Up to 100" (diag)
Throw Distance: Approx. 0.5m( 1.6feet ) or over
Convenience Features
Manual / Auto Lens Cover: Auto
S/S & Zoom button on LCD: Yes(Touch Panel)
Fader Effect(s): White/Black
Date / Time Stamp: Yes(Rec Date and Time, Camera info)
Erase/Protect: Yes/Yes
Media/Battery Indicator: Yes(recordable time, free and used media space)/Yes(recordable time, remaining capacity)
Power Save Mode: Yes
Still Image Playback Options: Slide Show
Video Playback Options: Highlight Playback(HD Movie Only); Highlight Playback Save and Share(Translate into STD quality); Highlight Scenario(Save/Playback/Erase); Hightlight BGM(Preinstalled 4 music files, Music transfer)
Built-in USB Cable: Yes(USB Charge Available)
Multiple Language Display: English; Spanish; Brazilian Portugese; Canadian French
Self Recording: Yes
View & Index: Event
Advanced Features
Closer Voice: Yes
Face Detection: Yes
Image Stabilization: Optical SteadyShot image stabilization w/ Active mode (Wide to Tele)
Intelligent Auto: Portrait/Baby/Walk/Tripod/Backlight/Landscape/Spotlight/Twilight/Macro/Low light/Auto Wind Noise Reduction
Priority Setting (for Face Detection): Auto/Child Priority/Adult Priority
Smile Shutter technology: Dual Capture/Always On/Off
x.v.Color: Yes
Interface
Memory Card Slot: Memory Stick PRO Duo and SD/SDHC/SDXC compatible
SD Output: Composite Video Out(AV CABLE(sold separately))
HD Output: HDMI Out(micro)(supplied)
USB Port(s): TypeA(built-in)/USB2.0 Hi-speed (mass-storage/MTP)
BRAVIA Sync: Yes
PhotoTV HD: Yes
Microphone Input: Stereo Minijack
Direct Copy: Yes
DC IN: Yes
HDMI Terminal: Yes (HDMI micro)
Multi/Micro USB Terminal: Yes
Projector Input: Yes (HDMI micro)
Weights and Measurements
Dimensions (Approx.): Approx.2 3/8inch x 2 1/4inch x 4 5/8inch (57.5mm x 57mm x 117mm)
Weight (Approx.): Approx.7.4oz ((210g) Main Unit Only)
Power
Power Requirements: 6.8V/7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)
Battery Type: InfoLITHIUM with AccuPower Meter System (V Series)
Software
Supplied Software: PC: PlayMemories Home Lite (built-in; for PC only); PlayMemories Home (by download); Music Transfer(by download); MAC:Music Transfer(by download); PlayMemories Online Uploader(by download)
Operating System Compatibility: Windows XP SP3 / Windows Vista SP2 /Windows7 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. The Windows Image Mastering API (IMAPI) Ver. 2.0 or later is required to use the function for creating discs. Starter (Edition) are not supported. Standard installation is required. Operation is not assured if the above OS has been upgraded or in a multi-boot environment.
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty Term: Limited Warranty --- 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor
Projection(details)
Color repeatability: 16 700 000
Contrast ratio: 62.50069444444444
Focus: Manual
Light source: LED(R/G/B)
Projection type: DLP
Projector Input: Yes (Only from Projector input terminal)
