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Sony Sony HDR-CX130/B Full HD Memory Card Camcorder, 1920 x 1080 Full HD Video, 3MP Images, Memory Stick PRO Duo/SD Memory Card, Wide Angle G Lens, Black Specifications

  • Drive Mode

    Photo Mode: Single-shot / Self-timer

  • Shutter Speeds

    Self-timer: Approx. 10sec. (Still Image); Shutter Speed (Standard): 1/60 - 1/10000; Shutter Speed Auto Control Range: 1/8 - 1/10000; Shutter Speed (Smooth Slow Rec): 1/250 - 1/1000; Auto (Auto Slow Shutter OFF): 1/60 - 1/10000; Scene Selection: 1/8 - 1/10000; LOW LUX: 1/30 - 1/10000

  • Focus System

    Contrast AF

  • Focus Points

    1 point

  • AF Modes

    Auto / Manual (Touch Panel)

  • Focus Area

    Full range Focus / Spot Focus

  • Focus Features

    Tracking Focus

  • AF Illuminator

    Yes

  • Camera Type

    Digital HD Video Camera Recorder

  • LCD Type

    3.0" Clear Photo LCD display (230K) Wide (16:9)

  • Angle Adjustment

    Opening Angle: max. 90 deg., Turning Angle: max. 270 deg.

  • Brightness Control

    Yes (Menu)

  • Coverage

    1

  • Live View

    Yes

  • Grid Display

    Guide Frame

  • Touch Panel

    Yes

  • Supplied Software

    PMB Ver. 5.5 Supports Windows XP Service Pack3 (SP3) (32bit), Windows Vista Service Pack2 (SP2) (32bit/ 64bit), Windows 7. PMB software is not supported by Mac OS

  • Battery Type

    Info LITHIUM with AccuPower Meter System (V Series)

  • Power Requirements

    7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)

  • Power Consumption (in Operation)

    HD: 2.5W; STD: 2.3W

  • Imaging Sensor

    1/4" (4.5 mm) Back-illuminated Exmor CMOS Sensor

  • Processor

    BIONZ Image processor

  • Pixel Gross

    Approx. 4200K pixels

  • Effective Picture Resolution

    Approx. 1670K pixels (4: 3)

  • Color Filter System

    ClearVid array

  • Lens Type

    G Lens

  • Lens Stabilization

    Optical SteadyShot Image stabilization w/ Active mode (Wide to Tele)

  • Aperture

    F1.8 - F3.4

  • Optical Zoom

    30x

  • Digital Zoom

    350x

  • Focal Length (35mm equivalent)

    Movie Mode: 29.8mm - 894mm (16:9), 36.5mm - 1095mm (4:3); Photo Mode: 32.5mm - 975mm (16:9), 29.8mm - 894mm (4:3)

  • Filter Diameter

    37mm

  • Minimum Focus Distance

    Approx. 1cm (Wide), Approx. 80cm (Tele), Approx. 44cm (Tele Macro)

  • Extended Zoom

    42x

  • Focal Distance

    f = 2.1mm - 63mm

  • Steady Shot Mode

    Active: 30.9mm - 1297mm

  • Memory Card Slot

    Memory Stick PRO Duo and SD/ SDHC/ SDXC compatible

  • SD Output

    Composite Video Out (A/V connecting cable (supplied)); Component Video Out (Component A/V cable (supplied)); S Video Out (A/V connecting cable with S Video

  • HD Output

    HDMI Out (mini); Component Video Out (Component A/V cable (supplied))

  • USB Port(s)

    TypeA, mini-AB/ USB2.0 Hi-speed (mass-storage/ MTP)

  • BRAVIA Sync

    Yes

  • PhotoTV HD

    Yes

  • DVDirect

    Yes (DVDirect Express, DVD Writer supported )

  • Microphone Input

    Stereo Minijack

  • Remote Jack

    A/V Remote terminal

  • Direct Copy

    Yes

  • A/V Remote Terminal

    Video / S Video / Audio / Component Out / Remote

  • DC IN

    Yes

  • HDMI Terminal

    Yes (mini)

  • Metering Modes

    Multi-segment / Spot

  • Exposure Compensation

    AE Shift (Touch Panel)

  • Exposure Settings

    Auto; Flexible Spot (Touch Panel)

  • Scene Mode(s)

    Auto / Twilight / 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: 11 lux (1/60 Shutter Speed); Low Lux: 3 lux (1/30 Shutter Speed)

  • Auto Iris Control

    F1.8 - F10.0

  • Backlight Compensation

    Yes (Auto)

  • Gain Control

    Auto

  • LOW LUX Mode

    Yes

  • Face Detection

    Yes

  • Smile Shutter technology

    Dual Capture / Always On / Off

  • Golf Shot

    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

  • x.v.Color

    Yes

  • Audio Level Display

    Yes

  • Priority Setting (for Face Detection)

    Auto / Child Priority / Adult Priority

  • Smooth Slow Rec

    Yes

  • Quick On

    Yes (Power On by LCD)

  • 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

    Auto Shut-off (5minutes)

  • 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); Highlight BGM (Preinstalled 4 music files, Music transfer)

  • Built-in USB Cable

    Yes (USB Charge Available)

  • Multiple Language Display

    English; Simplified English; Brazilian Portuguese; Canadian French; Latin American Spanish

  • One Touch Disc Burn

    Yes (Menu)

  • View & Index

    Event

  • Media Type

    Memory Stick PRO Duo; Memory Stick PRO Duo (High Speed); Memory Stick PRODuo (Mark 2); Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo; SD/ SDHC/ SDXC Memory Card (Class 4 or Higher)

  • Still Image Mode

    JPEG

  • Still Image Max Effective Resolution

    3.3 megapixels

  • Still Image Size 16:9

    Movie mode: 3.0 megapixels 16:9 (2304x1296); Photo mode: 2.5 megapixels 16:9 (2112x1188)

  • Still Image Size 4:3

    Movie mode: 2.2 megapixels 4:3 (1728x1296); Photo mode: 3.3 megapixels 4:3 (2112x1584)

  • Video Format

    HD: MPEG4-AVC/ H.264 (AVCHD); STD: MPEG2-PS

  • Video Mode

    HD PS: Approx. 28Mbps/ FX: Approx. 24Mbps/ FH: Approx. 17Mbps/ HQ: Approx. 9Mbps/ LP: Approx. 5Mbps; STD HQ: 9Mbps

  • Video Resolution

    HD: 1920x1080/60p (PS), 60i (FX, FH), 1440x1080/60i (HQ, LP); STD: 720x480/60i

  • Video Actual (Pixel)

    Approx. 1490K pixels (16:9), Approx. 1120K pixels (4:3)

  • Video Signal

    HD: HDTV 1080/60p, 60i; STD: NTSC color, EIA standards

  • Photo Capture from Movie

    2.1 megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080); 307K pixels 4:3 (640x480); 230K pixels 16:9 (640x360)

  • Dual Record

    3.0 megapixels 16:9 (2304 x 1296); 2.2 megapixels 4:3 (1728 x 1296)

  • Audio Format

    Dolby Digital 2 ch Stereo, Dolby Digital Stereo Creator

  • Dimensions

    2-1/8" x 2-1/4" x 4-7/ 8" / 52.5 x 57 x 123.5 mm

  • Weight

    Main unit only: 8.8 oz / 250 g

About Sony Sony HDR-CX130/B Full HD Memory Card Camcorder, 1920 x 1080 Full HD Video, 3MP Images, Memory Stick PRO Duo/SD Memory Card, Wide Angle G Lens, Black

Take stunning 1920 x 1080 Full HD video with the ultra-compact HDR-CX130/B Handycam camcorder. It features an "Exmor R" CMOS sensor for superior low-light performance, a wide angle Sony G lens, plus 42X extended zoom for getting you closer to the action. Additionally, Face Detection and Smile Shutter technologies make it easy to capture smiling faces while Intelligent Auto mode analyzes your shot and then automatically selects the appropriate settings from 11 distinct scene modes.

Sony Sony HDR-CX130/B Full HD Memory Card Camcorder, 1920 x 1080 Full HD Video, 3MP Images, Memory Stick PRO Duo/SD Memory Card, Wide Angle G Lens, Black Features

  • 1920 x 1080 high definition resolution lets you record your memories in exceptional Sony Full High Definition quality. Capable of 1080/60p recording and playback via HDMI and compatible HDTV providing stunning clarity and incredibly detailed playback of your memories
  • 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" 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
  • 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
  • Wind Reduction reduces noise and interference that is produced when wind passes over the microphone, giving you a clearer and more enjoyable sound experience
  • 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
  • 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
  • Optical Steady Shot 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
  • Event Browse conveniently groups your images and videos together for easier viewing. The date range that Event Browse groups your pictures and videos is easily adjusted to suit your needs
  • 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: Landscape, Backlight, Twilight, Spotlight, Low light, Macro, Portrait, Baby, Walk, Tripod
  • Extended Zoom works in conjunction with 30x optical zoom to get even closer to the action while maintaining HD image quality
  • The 3.0" Clear Photo LCD Plus display provides exceptional viewing clarity with 230K pixels resolution. The display rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles, as well as provides sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback
  • The convenient touch panel allows easy access to menus and additional functionality such as spot focus and spot metering
  • 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
  • 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
  • Building on the slow-motion capture capabilities of Smooth Slow Record, Golf Shot captures a few seconds of motion as a sequence of up to 22 still images, which can be viewed/printed individually or as a composite "sequence shot" image, perfect for analyzing the nuances of a golf swing, tennis serve