Used Sony Sony HDRCX12 High Definition Handycam Camcorder, 10.2 Megapixel, 12x Optical Zoom Lens, 150X Digital Zoom, 2.7" LCD Screen, Black

Sony HDR-CX12 High Definition Handycam Camcorder - Black SKU#1845186 Features

• 1920x1080 Recording: Record stunning, incredibly detailed video footage in the clarity of 1920 x 1080 Full High Definition resolution
• 10.2 megapixel still image capture: Carry only one compact camera for both video and still. Capture up to 10.2 megapixel still image for high resolution digital photos
• Memory Stick PRO Duo Media: Capture still images directly onto Memory Stick PRO Duo media (4GB4 included) for easy transfer to PCs for emailing, printing, or sharing with other compatible Memory Stick devices
• Smile Shutter technology: Smile Shutter technology lets the camcorder automatically take still photos when your subject smiles, even while shooting High Definition video. You can also set the Smile Shutter sensitivity and choose child, adult, or auto priority
• 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
• 5 Megapixel ClearVid CMOS Sensor (with Exmor derived 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
• 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
• 2.7" Wide (16:9) Hybrid Touch Panel Clear Photo LCD Plus Display (211K Pixels): The 2.7" Wide5 (16:9) LCD screen provides exceptional viewing clarity with improved resolution (211K pixels)
• Dual Record: While recording video in High Definition you have the ability to capture still images directly to Memory Stick PRO Duo media
• 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
• 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
• 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
• Dolby Digital 5.1ch Recording: 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
• 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 camera's zoom lens, helping memories ring true with clear dialogue and crisp, discrete sounds
• Dynamic Range Optimizer: Powered by the exclusive Sony's 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, it reveals more detail in shadows, preventing "blackout"
• Tele Macro Function: Images shot in the Tele Macro Mode help your subject stand out by properly focusing the subject while leaving 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) and Standard Definition (SD) video
• Active Interface Shoe: Sony's 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
• 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 you're free to charge the battery at any time
• 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
• 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: 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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