Multi-Card Reader M5

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Size	:	70mm X 70mm X 15mm
Weight	:	43g
Op. Voltage	:	5V DC from USB Port
Op. Temperature	:	0C(32F) ~ 70C(158F)
Certificate	:	CE, FCC, BSMI

SONY DCRHC52 MiniDV Handycam

Capture high-quality digital video with the powerful DCR-HC52 MiniDV Handycam camcorder. With its 680k pixel CCD Imager, the DCR-HC52 records digital videos with enhanced levels of beauty and detail. The precision-crafted Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens works with the imaging technology for a crisp and clear picture. For greater shooting control, the LCD monitor features Start and Stop buttons on the frame, or control exposure and focus settings using the Touch Panel Display. The STAMINA Battery System provides extended recording and playback, delivering the power to capture and enjoy outstanding digital video anytime, anywhere. Featuring Sonys unique technologies including Super SteadyShot Image Stabilization and Super NightShot plus, youll find new ways to hold on to the moment with the DCR-HC52 MiniDV Handycam.



Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens: Its quality and precision guarantees a crisp, crystal clear image, helping you capture important moments just as you remember them.

2.5" 4:3 Touch Panel LCD: For clear video in any environment, the LCD features recording and zoom buttons on the LCD Frame. Manually adjust the exposure and focus by a simple tap of the LCD.

40x Optical Zoom: Get closer to your subject without picture degradation with the 40x Optical Zoom. For enhanced shooting, use the powerful Digital Zoom to capture distant subjects and far-away shots with exceptional ease and clarity.

Super SteadyShot: Controls shake and vibration frequencies while zooming in on the subject from a distance, recording with an advanced level of smoothness.

Super NightShot plus: The infrared system and colour slow shutter replace dark and green-lit images with vibrant colour while shooting video in a low-light environment.

STAMINA Battery Power System: Provides up to 10 hours of continuous recording on a complete charge using the optional NP-FH100 Rechargeable Battery Pack

SONY DCRDVD610 DVD FLASH HYBRID HANDYCAM

• Uniquely powerful 40x Optical Zoom/2000x Digital Zoom
• 2.7-inch wide (16:9) touch panel LCD
• Professional-quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens
• Hybrid recording with Memory Stick PRO Duo Media slot
• Super SteadyShot image stabilization system

JetFlashV90C As a perfect addition to any set of keys, wallet or purse, JetFlashV90 "Classic" keychain USB flash drive features a distinctive metallic swirl pattern that appears to move when light catches it at different angles. Although delicate in appearance, this miniature flash drives shiny metal casing offers solid protection for your valuable data hiding inside.

Fully compatible with Hi-Speed USB 2.0
Easy Plug and Play installation
JetFlashelite Software pack includes:
-PC-Lock Function: Makes JetFlash a key to lock your computer
-Secret-Zip Function: Compress and/or Password protect saved files using AES Encryption
-E-Mail Function: Use your JetFlash to Securely Send, Receive and Save e-mails
-AutoLogin Function: Automatically login to websites where you have a password
-Favorites Function: Store all your favorite website addresses on the JetFlashR
-DataBackup Function: Backup, Restore and Synchronize your Data using the JetFlashR
Driverless (Only Windows 98SE needs the enclosed driver) USB powered. No external power, or battery needed

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Sony 40GB High Definition Hard Disk Drive Handycam Camcorder, Model HDRSR10

The HDR-SR10 includes all the tools necessary to preserve your memories. In addition to a built-in 40GB hard drive and professional-quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens, the ClearVid CMOS sensor (with Exmor technology) and BIONZ image processor captures Full HD 1920 x 1080 video and 4 megapixel still photos. Face Detection technology helps ensure that people look their best in every image, while Super SteadyShot optical image stabilization reduces blur, even when using the 15x optical/180x digital zoom. Top it off with a built-in zoom microphone with Dolby Digital 5.1 channel recording for lifelike surround sound that makes your videos come alive.

Features:

• 1920X1080 Recording
  Record stunning, incredibly detailed video footage in the clarity of 1920 x 1080 Full HD Resolution
• Face Detection for Video Footage and Digital Still Photos
  Made possible by the BIONZ image processing engine, Face Detection technology recognizes up to 8 faces anywhere in the frame and automatically controls focus, exposure, and color to help capture smiling faces brightly and clearly. Face Detection also helps make skin tones look natural without affecting other colors in the image
• 2.3 Megapixel ClearVid CMOS Sensor (with Exmor Technology) and Bionz Image Processor
  Sonys newly designed CMOS Image Sensor with delivers bright, vivid, and spectacularly detailed 2.3 megapixel (effective) video footage, as well as 4 megapixel still images -- all with prolonged battery life. Exmor technology captures images with high Resolution and high Sensitivity. In addition, the advanced Sony Bionz Image Processor improves camera Response Time and screens out noise so the signal from each Pixel is as pure as possible
• Bionz Image Processor
  The advanced Sony Bionz Image Processor uses hardware-based Large Scale Integrated (LSI) circuitry that improves camera Response Time, screens out noise before RAW data Conversion, handles Dynamic Range Optimization processing, and prolongs battery life
• Exmor Imaging Sensor
  Exmor technology captures video and still photo images with high Resolution, high Sensitivity, and exceptional detail. Advanced on-sensor A/D Conversion yields rich tonal reproduction with high signal-to-noise ratio
• Hybrid Recording to Hard Disk Drive or Memory Stick Media
  Hybrid recording technology delivers a new level of flexibility for transferring your video footage and Digital photos from the camcorder to compatible viewing devices. Record to the camcorders internal hard disk drive, or choose instead to record to removable Memory Stick Duo media or Memory Stick PRO Duo Media. You can even select from various dubbing functions to easily copy video or still images from the hard disk drive to Memory Stick media -- without using a PC. Images recorded or transferred to Memory Stick media can then be played directly on a PS3 or PC to share your memories with friends and family
• Dual Record
  While recording video in High Definition you have the ability to capture still images directly to Memory Stick Duo media (sold separately)
• 15X Optical / 180X Digital Zoom
  The Optical Zoom helps to bring the action close up from far away. In addition, Digital Zoom Interpolation means that extreme Digital zooming is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of Digital Zoom
• 2.7" Wide (16:9) Hybrid Touch Panel Clear Photo LCD Plus Display (211K Pixels)
  The 2.7" Wide1 (16:9) LCD Screen provides exceptional viewing clarity with improved Resolution (211K Pixels). The Display rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles, as well as provides sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback. The widescreen format makes shooting in 16:9 mode and composing shots even easier
• Built-in Zoom microphone with 5.1ch recording
  Featuring Dolby Ditigal 5.1 Creator, the built-in Zoom microphone focuses audio recording on your subjects in Sync with the cameras Zoom lens, helping memories ring true with clear dialogue and crisp, discrete sounds
• Dolby Digital 5.1ch Recording
  Record in Dolby Digital 5.1ch Surround Sound with the camcorders built-in microphone. Recording in 5.1 channel Surround Sound allows you to experience your home movies with active sounds coming from all directions, so you can enjoy your personal home movies the way you experienced them while recording
• Dynamic Range Optimizer
  Powered by the exclusive Sonys BIONZ high-speed processing engine, D-Range Optimization preserves image data in bright highlights, such as suppressing whiteout in skies. When shooting in backlit settings, D-Range Optimization reveals more detail in shadows, preventing blackout. As a result, the captured image appears as natural as the original scene
• Tele Macro Function
  Images shot in the Tele Macro Mode help your subject stand out by properly focusing the subject while leaving the background unfocussed. The Tele Macro Mode is useful for shooting close-up shots, especially when you need to prevent the camcorder from casting a shadow on the subject
• Switchable HD/SD Format Recording
  Record and play back both High Definition (HD)4 and Standard Definition (SD) video
• Professional Quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Lens
  Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lenses use highly advanced optics to deliver vivid image brilliance, true-to-life color saturation, and perfect renditions of subtle tones. The additional T* coating further reduces unwanted glare and flare for increased Contrast and color
• Active Interface Shoe
  Sonys proprietary hot shoe makes it easy to use Intelligent Accessories, such as external lights and microphones, by providing power and on/off capability directly from the camcorder
• HDMI Connection with BRAVIA Sync (CEC) Technology
  HDMI connectivity provides a simple, high-quality video and audio connection, with the ability to transmit HD video and 5.1 channel audio directly from the camcorder to compatible HDTVs via a single cable. With BRAVIA Sync (CEC) technology, the HDMI connection also delivers the ability to control both the camcorder and HDTV using a single BRAVIA TV remote
• USB 2.0 Interface
  The USB 2.0 interface provides an easy way to connect your camcorder to a PC for fast transfer of video and still images for editing
• InfoLithium Battery with AccuPower Meter System
  Unlike NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries, Sony's rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries are not subjected to a life shortening "Memory Effect," so youre free to charge the battery at any time. Additionally, Sony's exclusive AccuPower meter displays the battery time remaining in minutes, in either the viewfinder or on the LCD Screen
• Stamina Battery Power Management System
  When using the Sony InfoLithium Battery, the Stamina Battery Power Management System helps the camcorder prolong battery life for extra long continuous recording times from a single charge
• Battery Information
  At the touch of a button, battery information is displayed on the LCD Screen when charging and when the camcorder is turned off. When using the LCD Screen or viewfinder, the Display will show how much the battery is charged -- in 10% increments -- and the recordable time left
• Built-in Intelligent Flash
  For added clarity and detail when taking pictures in low-light situations, the built-in flash improves pictures and reduces shadows
• Easy Handycam Button
  Using a camcorder can be intimidating for some people. With a press of the Easy Handycam Button, most of the advanced features of the camcorder are "locked out," letting you focus only the buttons essential for recording
• Date Index Function
  Search recorded content by shooting date to quickly and easily find a specific scene
• Face Index
  Face Index makes it easier than ever to find and play back the right video scene. Using Face Detection technology, Face Index indexes your video footage according to the faces detected in each scene. When its time to play back video, simply Search for what you want by selecting from among the detected faces displayed in the index
• Film Roll Index
  Like chapters in a book, Film Roll Index helps you easily find desired scenes in video footage. When using this feature, the camcorder previews the beginning of scenes and can create scene indexes set at specified Display intervals (3, 6, or 12 seconds and 1 or 5 minutes)
• Manual Focus
  Manually adjust the focus of the camcorder using the touch panel. Manual focusing also allows the user to control the focus in difficult situations where either the environment or the subject does not allow the camcorder's Auto Focus to perform optimally, such as when shooting through a window or in a crowded environment
• Memory Stick PRO Duo Media Slot
  Capture still images directly onto Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (sold separately) for easy transfer to PCs for emailing, printing, or sharing with other compatible Memory Stick devices (sold separately)
• One Touch Disc Burn
  Easily burn a DVD copy of your footage using the supplied software. Simply connect the camcorder to your PC via a USB cable and press the One Touch Disc Burn Button
• Quick On
  Missing an important scene can be frustrating, especially if the reason is because your camcorder is turned off. With the Quick On feature, the touch of a single button places that camcorder in Sleep mode. Another push instantly wakes the camcorder, so youll always be ready to capture special moments
• PhotoTV HD Viewing with HDMI Output
  With direct HDMI output to your BRAVIA HDTV and other compatible HDTV screens, so you can view and share photos in breathtaking clarity and detail. You can choose between standard 4:3 and widescreen 16:9 Aspect Ratio -- and with select BRAVIA HDTV models, your photos are automatically optimized in sharpness, gradation, and color reproduction
• Progressive Shutter System
  A mechanical shutter system that provides Progressive Scan performance while utilizing an interlaced scanning system. Digital still images will be sharp and clear with excellent definition
• Super NightShot Infrared System
  With the Super NightShot Infrared System, you can capture video in total darkness (0 lux) up to 10 feet away
• Super SteadyShot Optical Image Stabilization System
  The Super SteadyShot Optical Image Stabilization System from Sony reduces blur caused by camera shake and vibration, so your images stay crisp and clear. This optical stabilization system achieves an even higher level of smoothness without the image degradation that can occur with some Digital stabilization systems
• On Screen Zoom and Record Buttons
  For additional control of the camcorder, Zoom and Record buttons are features on the frame of the LCD Screen. This allows for more flexibility when holding the camcorder, especially in overhead or low angle shots
• Fader Effects
  Enhance your personal videos by adding professional looking Fader effects. Choose from Black and White
• Picture Effects
  Get creative when recording or playing back your videos with Sony's Picture Effect Modes. Effects available in Camera mode: Monotone, Pastel and Sepia. Effects available in Playback mode: Monotone, Pastel and Sepia
• Scene Selection modes
  Scene Selection modes make recording easy even when filming in challenging situations. Choose from Beach, Candle, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait, Sports Lesson, Spotlight, and Sunrise & Sunset
• Smooth Slow Record
  By increasing the record rate from 60 frames per second (fps) to 240 fps, you can capture 3 seconds of fast motion and play the video back in 12 seconds. The Smooth Slow Record mode is a great tool for analyzing a golf swing or a viewing a bird in flight. In addition, you record an audio track to narrate the video footage
• x.v. Color Technology
  x.v.Color technology can capture or Display nearly twice as many (1.8x) viewable colors than possible with the traditional RGB color standard. This provides a more accurate and vivid color range, for a more natural, lifelike overall experience
• Multi-Language Menu
  Change the menu Display from English to English (Simplified), Canadian French, Latin American Spanish, or Brazilian Portuguese
  

Specifications:

Audio

• Audio Format: Dolby Digital 5.1
  
• Microphone: Built-in Zoom Microphone
  

Convenience

• Face Detection: Yes
  
• Hybrid: Yes
  
• Hybrid Plus: N/A
  
• Quick On: Yes
  
• BRAVIA Sync: Yes
  
• Memory Stick PRO Media Compatibility: Tested to support up to 8GB media capacity; does not support high speed transfer function; does not support Access Control security function.
  
• Dual Record: Yes
  

Convenience Features

• Dynamic Range Optimizer: Yes
  
• SteadyShot Image Stabilization: O.I.S.
  
• Low Light Capability: S-NS
  
• x.v.Color: Yes
  
• White Balance: 5 lux (Auto Slow Shutter ON, 1/30 Shutter Speed )
  
• Fader Effect(s): Black, White
  
• Digital Picture Effect(s): Old Movie
  
• Picture Effect(s): Sepia, Monotone, Pastel
  
• Scene Mode(s): Auto, Twilight, Twilight Portrait, Candle, Sunrise & Sunset, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait (Soft Portrait), Spotlight, Beach, Snow
  
• Face Index: Yes
  
• Film Roll Index: Yes
  
• Photo Capture from Movie: Yes
  
• Still Image Mode(s): JPEG
  
• Slide Show Mode: Yes
  
• Easy Operation: Yes
  
• Dubbing Button: Yes (Camera body & Handycam Station)
  
• USB Streaming: N/A
  
• PhotoTV HD: Yes
  
• PictBridge Compatible: Yes
  
• Multiple Language Display: Yes
  

Display

• LCD Screen: 2.7" wide1 touch panel Clear Photo LCD Plus Display (211k Pixels)
  
• Viewfinder: N/A
  

General

• Imaging Device: 1/5" ClearVid CMOS sensor (with Exmor technology)
  
• Processor: BIONZ image processo
  
• Pixel Gross: 2360K
  
• Video Actual: 1120K Pixels (4:3), 1490K Pixels (16:9)
  
• Video Resolution: 1920 x 1080
  
• Recording Media: 40GB Non-Removable Hard Disk Drive, Memory Stick Duo Media, Memory Stick PRO Duo Media
  
• Recording and Playback Times: High Definition: FH = 4 hours 50 min. HQ = 9 hours and 40 min. SP = 11 hours and 50 min. LP = 15 hours and 10 min. Standard Definition: HQ = 9 hours and 40 min. SP = 14 hours and 30 min. LP = 27 hours and 40 min. When using 8GB Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (sold separately): High Definition: FH = up to 55 min., HQ = up to 115 min. SP = up to 140 min., LP = up to 180 min. Standard Definition: HQ = up to 115 min., SP = up to 170 min., LP = up to 5 hours 25 min.
  
• Still Actual: 1990K Pixels (4:3), 1490K Pixels (16:9)
  
• Still Picture Resolution: 4 megapixel
  

Inputs and Outputs

• Audio/Video Remote Terminal: Video/S Video/Audio/Component Out/Remote
  
• Analog Audio/Video Output(s): Included (via A/V Remote Terminal)
  
• LANC Terminal: Accesible via A/V Remote Terminal
  
• Digital Audio/Video Output(s): Yes (via USB & i.LINK)
  
• USB Port(s): Hi-speed (2.0 compliant)
  
• i.LINK Interface: N/A
  
• Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s): Included (via A/V Remote Terminal)
  
• S-Video Output(s): Included in A/V Remote
  
• HDMI Connection Output(s): Yes (mini)
  
• Headphone Jack: N/A
  
• Microphone Input: N/A
  
• Active Interface Shoe: Yes
  

Optics/Lens

• Lens Type: Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T
  
• 35mm Equivalent: 49 - 735mm (4:3 Camera Mode), 40 - 600mm (16:9 Camera Mode)
  
• Aperture: F1.8-2.6
  
• Exposure: Touch Panel
  
• Filter Diameter: 30mm
  
• Focal Distance: 3.1 - 46.5mm
  
• Focus: Full range auto / Manual (Touch Panel)
  
• Progressive Shutter Mode: Yes
  
• Shutter Speed: Auto, 1/30 - 1/250 (Scene Selection Mode)
  
• Minimum Illumination: 8lux (Auto Slow Shutter ON, Shutter Speed 1/30)
  
• Optical Zoom: 15x
  
• Digital Zoom: 180x
  

Power

• Battery Type: InfoLITHIUM with AccuPower Meter System (NP-FH60)
  
• Power Consumption: 4.5W (VF/LCD)
  
• Power Requirements: 7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)
  

Video

• Video Signal System: NTSC color, EIA standards
  
• Format(s) Supported: HD: MPEG4 AVC/H.264 SD: MPEG2
  

Hardware

• Flash: Yes
  
• Memory Stick slot: Memory Stick PRO DuoMedia
  
• Manual / Auto Lens Cover: Auto
  
• Assignable Dial: N/A
  
• S/S & Zoom button on LCD: Yes
  

Software

• Supplied Software: Picture Motion Browser Ver.3.0.00
  
• Operating System Compatibility: Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, XP Home, XP Professional, Windows Vista

Approximate Dimensions:

• Width: 3.375"
• Height: 3"
• Depth: 5.5"

Approximate Weight:

• Unit: 1.3 lbs
• Shipping: 3 lbs

Warranty Information:

• Manufacturer Warranty (authorized online retailer): 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor

Footnote:

1. Viewable area measured diagonally
2. Camcorder captures High Definition footage in the AVCHD format. Using the enclosed PC software, High Definition footage can be copied onto DVD media. However, DVD media containing AVCHD footage should not be used with DVD based players or recorders, as the DVD Player/recorder may fail to eject the media and may Erase its contents without warning. DVD media containing AVCHD footage may be played on a compatible Blu-ray Disc player/recorder or other compatible device
3. DVD media/formats are not universally compatible
4. HD viewing requires a Sony HD connector cable or HD Cyber-shot Station Cradle and HDTV. All sold separately
5. i.LINK is a trademark of Sony used only to designate that a product contains an IEEE1394 connection. The i.LINK connection may vary depending on the software applications, operating system and compatible i.LINK devices. All products with an i.LINK connection may not communicate with each other
6. Not all products with USB connectors may communicate with each other due to chipset variations
7. Actual battery life will vary based on product settings, usage patterns, battery and environmental conditions
8. Compatible BRAVIA HDTV and special TV settings are required. Further details are available in the BRAVIA TV instruction manual
9. 40GB means 40 billion bites. Available storage capacity may vary and a portion of the memory is used for data management functions
10. Requires BRAVIA Sync feature in each product. Please refer to owners manual to determine compatibility
11. HD viewing requires HDTV and HD component cable, both sold separately

Complete the picture. The HDR-SR12 Handycam camcorder delivers an incredible, Full HD 1920 x 1080 high definition video package built around an internal 120GB hard disk drive. A professional-quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens and ClearVid CMOS sensor (with Exmor technology) and BIONZ image processor let you capture crisp, detailed video and still images. Additionally, Super SteadyShot optical image stabilization and Face Detection technology help reduce blur, increase color and contrast, and make everyone look their best.

1920x1080 Recording

Record stunning, incredibly detailed video footage in the clarity of 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution.

Face Detection for Video Footage and Digital Still Photos

Made possible by the BIONZ image processing engine, Face Detection technology recognizes up to 8 faces anywhere in the frame and automatically controls focus, exposure, and color to help capture smiling faces brightly and clearly. Face Detection also helps make skin tones look natural without affecting other colors in the image.

5 Megapixel ClearVid CMOS Sensor (with Exmor Technology) and BIONZ Image Processor

Sony's newly designed CMOS image sensor delivers bright, vivid, and spectacularly detailed 5 megapixel (effective) video footage, as well as 10.2 megapixel still images -- all with prolonged battery life. Exmor technology captures images with high resolution and high sensitivity. In addition, the advanced Sony BIONZ image processor improves camera response time and screens out noise so the signal from each pixel is as pure as possible.

BIONZ Image Processor

The advanced Sony BIONZ Image Processor uses hardware-based Large Scale Integrated (LSI) circuitry that improves camera response time, screens out noise before RAW data conversion, handles Dynamic Range Optimization processing, and prolongs battery life.

Exmor Imaging Sensor

Exmor technology captures video and still photo images with high resolution, high sensitivity, and exceptional detail. Advanced on-sensor A/D conversion yields rich tonal reproduction with high signal-to-noise ratio.

Hybrid Recording to Hard Disk Drive or Memory Stick Media

Hybrid recording technology delivers a new level of flexibility for transferring your video footage and digital photos from the camcorder to compatible viewing devices. Record to the camcorders internal hard disk drive, or choose instead to record to removable Memory Stick Duo media or Memory Stick PRO Duo media. You can even select from various dubbing functions to easily copy video or still images from the hard disk drive to Memory Stick media -- without using a PC. Images recorded or transferred to Memory Stick media can then be played directly on a PS3 or PC to share your memories with friends and family.

Dual Record-2

While recording video in High Definition you have the ability to capture still images directly to Memory Stick Duo media (sold separately).

12X Optical / 150X Digital Zoom

The optical zoom helps to bring the action close up from far away. In addition, Digital Zoom Interpolation means that extreme digital zooming is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zoom.

3.2" Wide¹ (16:9) Touch Panel XtraFine LCD Display (921K pixels)

The 3.2" Wide¹ (16:9) XtraFine LCD screen displays sharp, bright, photo-quality images, letting you compose and share video and still images more easily -- even outdoors. With nearly 1 megapixel (921K pixels) resolution and a wide viewing angle, the XtraFine LCD screen is like having a high-resolution video and photo viewer built into your camcorder.

Built-in zoom microphone with 5.1ch recording

Featuring Dolby Ditigal 5.1 Creator, the built-in zoom microphone focuses audio recording on your subjects in sync with the cameras zoom lens, helping memories ring true with clear dialogue and crisp, discrete sounds.

Dolby Digital 5.1ch Recording

Record in Dolby Digital 5.1ch surround sound with the camcorders built-in microphone. Recording in 5.1 channel surround sound allows you to experience your home movies with active sounds coming from all directions, so you can enjoy your personal home movies the way you experienced them while recording.

Dynamic Range Optimizer-2

Powered by the exclusive Sonys BIONZ high-speed processing engine, D-Range Optimization preserves image data in bright highlights, such as suppressing whiteout in skies. When shooting in backlit settings, D-Range Optimization reveals more detail in shadows, preventing blackout. As a result, the captured image appears as natural as the original scene.

Tele Macro Function

Images shot in the Tele Macro Mode help your subject stand out by properly focusing the subject while leaving the background unfocussed. The Tele Macro Mode is useful for shooting close-up shots, especially when you need to prevent the camcorder from casting a shadow on the subject.

Switchable HD/SD Format Recording

Record and play back both High Definition (HD)⁴ and Standard Definition (SD) video.

Professional Quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Lens

Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lenses use highly advanced optics to deliver vivid image brilliance, true-to-life color saturation, and perfect renditions of subtle tones. The additional T* coating further reduces unwanted glare and flare for increased contrast and color.

Active Interface Shoe-2

Sonys proprietary hot shoe makes it easy to use Intelligent Accessories, such as external lights and microphones, by providing power and on/off capability directly from the camcorder.

HDMI Connection with BRAVIA Sync (CEC) Technology

HDMI connectivity provides a simple, high-quality video and audio connection, with the ability to transmit HD video and 5.1 channel audio directly from the camcorder to compatible HDTVs via a single cable. With BRAVIA Sync (CEC) technology, the HDMI connection also delivers the ability to control both the camcorder and HDTV using a single BRAVIA TV remote.

USB 2.0 Interface⁶

The USB 2.0 interface⁶ provides an easy way to connect your camcorder to a PC for fast transfer of video and still images for editing.

InfoLITHIUM Battery with AccuPower Meter System

Unlike NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries, Sony's rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries are not subjected to a life shortening "Memory Effect," so youre free to charge the battery at any time. Additionally, Sony's exclusive AccuPower meter displays the battery time remaining in minutes, in either the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.

Stamina Battery Power Management System

When using the Sony InfoLITHIUM Battery, the Stamina Battery Power Management System helps the camcorder prolong battery life for extra long continuous recording times from a single charge.7

Battery Information

At the touch of a button, battery information is displayed on the LCD screen when charging and when the camcorder is turned off. When using the LCD screen or viewfinder, the display will show how much the battery is charged -- in 10% increments -- and the recordable time left.

Built-in Intelligent Flash

For added clarity and detail when taking pictures in low-light situations, the built-in flash improves pictures and reduces shadows.

Easy Handycam Button

Using a camcorder can be intimidating for some people. With a press of the Easy Handycam Button, most of the advanced features of the camcorder are "locked out," letting you focus only the buttons essential for recording.

Date Index Function

Search recorded content by shooting date to quickly and easily find a specific scene.

Face Index-2

Face Index makes it easier than ever to find and play back the right video scene. Using Face Detection technology, Face Index indexes your video footage according to the faces detected in each scene. When its time to play back video, simply search for what you want by selecting from among the detected faces displayed in the index.

Film Roll Index-2

Like chapters in a book, Film Roll Index helps you easily find desired scenes in video footage. When using this feature, the camcorder previews the beginning of scenes and can create scene indexes set at specified display intervals (3, 6, or 12 seconds and 1 or 5 minutes).

Manual Focus

Manually adjust the focus of the camcorder using the touch panel. Manual focusing also allows the user to control the focus in difficult situations where either the environment or the subject does not allow the camcorder's auto focus to perform optimally, such as when shooting through a window or in a crowded environment.

Memory Stick PRO Duo Media Slot

Capture still images directly onto Memory Stick PRO Duo media (sold separately) for easy transfer to PCs for emailing, printing, or sharing with other compatible Memory Stick devices (sold separately).

One Touch Disc Burn

Easily burn a DVD copy of your footage using the supplied software. Simply connect the camcorder to your PC via a USB cable and press the One Touch Disc Burn Button.

Quick On-2

Missing an important scene can be frustrating, especially if the reason is because your camcorder is turned off. With the Quick On feature, the touch of a single button places that camcorder in Sleep mode. Another push instantly wakes the camcorder, so youll always be ready to capture special moments.

PhotoTV HD Viewing with HDMI Output⁸

With direct HDMI output to your BRAVIA HDTV and other compatible HDTV screens, so you can view and share photos in breathtaking clarity and detail. You can choose between standard 4:3 and widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio -- and with select BRAVIA HDTV models, your photos are automatically optimized in sharpness, gradation, and color reproduction⁸.

Progressive Shutter System

A mechanical shutter system that provides progressive scan performance while utilizing an interlaced scanning system. Digital still images will be sharp and clear with excellent definition.

Super NightShot Infrared System

With the Super NightShot Infrared System, you can capture video in total darkness (0 lux) up to 10 feet away.

Super SteadyShot Optical Image Stabilization System

The Super SteadyShot Optical Image Stabilization System from Sony reduces blur caused by camera shake and vibration, so your images stay crisp and clear. This optical stabilization system achieves an even higher level of smoothness without the image degradation that can occur with some digital stabilization systems.

On Screen Zoom and Record Buttons

For additional control of the camcorder, Zoom and Record buttons are features on the frame of the LCD screen. This allows for more flexibility when holding the camcorder, especially in overhead or low angle shots.

Fader Effects

Enhance your personal videos by adding professional looking fader effects. Choose from Black and White.

Picture Effects

Get creative when recording or playing back your videos with Sony's Picture Effect Modes. Effects available in Camera mode: Monotone, Pastel and Sepia. Effects available in Playback mode: Monotone, Pastel and Sepia.

Scene Selection Modes

Scene Selection modes make recording easy even when filming in challenging situations. Choose from Beach, Candle, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait, Sports Lesson, Spotlight, and Sunrise & Sunset.

Smooth Slow Record

By increasing the record rate from 60 frames per second (fps) to 240 fps, you can capture 3 seconds of fast motion and play the video back in 12 seconds. The Smooth Slow Record mode is a great tool for analyzing a golf swing or a viewing a bird in flight. In addition, you record an audio track to narrate the video footage.

x.v. Color Technology

x.v.Color technology can capture or display nearly twice as many (1.8x) viewable colors than possible with the traditional RGB color standard. This provides a more accurate and vivid color range, for a more natural, lifelike overall experience.

Multi-Language Menu

Change the menu display from English to English (Simplified), Canadian French, Latin American Spanish, or Brazilian Portuguese