Sony HDR-HC5e "PAL"Digital HDV 1080i High Definition Handycam Camcorder, 2.1 Megapixel CMOS Sensor, 10x Optical/80x Digital Zoom, Switchable HD/DV Format Recording, 2.7" Wide (16:9) Touch Panel LCD

Capture high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) video to a MiniDV cassette with HDR-HC5 high definition camcorder. Record every detail of every moment with the 10x optical/80x digital zoom, Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Lens, and 4.0 megapixel still image feature. Snap spectacular 2.3 megapixel photos while filming in dual record mode. The HDR-HC5 even slows down the audio. Get it all and get it in high definition with this amazing camcorder.

Its 1/3" ClearVid CMOS Sensor provides stunning detail and clarity with exceptional video (1080 lines of resolution, HD mode or 530 lines of horizontal resolution, SD mode) and still image performance (4.0 megapixels). Unlike traditional CCD Imagers, CMOS sensors require less power, providing better battery performance. The HDR-HC5 is capable of recording and playing back in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) video recorded on a standard MiniDV cassette.

The 10x optical zoom helps to bring the action close up from far away. In addition the digital zoom interpolation helps to get clearer image even when an object is extremely zoomed with the help of its digital zoom. Carl Zeiss lenses have an advanced optical multi-layer coating that offers less glare and flare with increased contrast. This results in vivid image brilliance, true-to-life color saturation and perfect renditions of subtle tones. The additional T* coating on the lens further reduces unwanted glare and flare.

The 2.7" Wide (16:9) Hybrid Touch Panel Clear Photo LCD Plus Display provides excellent viewing clarity with improved resolution. The 211K pixel LCD screen rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles providing sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback, and the widescreen format makes shooting and composing shots in 16:9 mode even easier.

The Super SteadyShot Picture Stabilization System uses motion sensors to detect and compensate for camera "shake" without compromising picture quality. The i.LINK interface provides a digital high-speed, bi-directional interface which enables audio/video communication between two compatible devices. This connection allows for pure digital transfer between devices equipped with an IEEE1394 interface, such as camcorders, digital VTRs, capture cards and PCs.