Sony Hard-disk HDR-XR550E 240GB

Capture stunning 1920 x 1080 high-definition video and 12 Mega-pixel still images with the HDR-XR550V, which employs an "Exmor R" CMOS sensor for superior low-light performance and a 240GB1 internal hard disk drive. Optical Steady-shot™ image stabilization with Active Mode and 3-way Shake Canceling enables you to capture remarkably smooth video from wide angle to full telephoto shooting.

Features:

• 1920x1080 Full HD Recording2 w/12MP still image

• 240GB1 Hard Disk Drive

• 1/2.88" 6MP back-illuminated "Exmor R" CMOS sensor

• Optical Steady-shot¿ image stabilization w/ Active Mode

• Wide Angle G-Lens (26.3mm) with 10x Optical zoom

1920x1080 Full HD Recording

1920 x 1080 high definition resolution lets you record your memories in exceptional Sony Full High Definition quality. Capable of 1080/60p playback via HDMI and compatible HDTV providing stunning clarity and incredibly detailed playback of your memories.

12 Mega-pixel still image capture w/ Dual Record

12 Mega-pixel still image capture lets you take stunning, high resolution digital photos while the Dual record capability lets you capture 8.3 MP still images while shooting high definition video, so you can capture those special moments without having to switch recording modes.

240GB Hard Disk Drive

A built-in 240GB hard disk drive can record and store up to 100 hours of high definition video footage in long play mode (HD LP mode). In addition, "HDD Smart Protection" gives you peace of mind by helping to prevent any recorded video and images from being lost if the camcorder is accidentally dropped.

1/2.88" "Exmor R" CMOS Sensor

A 1/2.88" "Exmor R" CMOS image sensor delivers bright, vivid, spectacularly detailed video footage, as well as 12 Mega-pixel still images. With 6 Mega-pixel (effective) video resolution, the image sensor actually captures video at four times the density of high definition resolution resulting in a sharper and more detailed 1920 x 1080 HD picture.

Back-illuminated "Exmor R" CMOS sensor

Experience stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain with the newly developed, back-illuminated "Exmor R" 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.

Optical Steady-shot w/ Active Mode (Wide to Tele)

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.

Wide Angle G-Lens (26.3mm)

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, a short, 26.3mm focal length offers a broader perspective for enhanced wide angle shooting.

1080/60p playback via HDMI and compatible HDTV

1080/60p playback via HDMI and compatible HDTV providing stunning clarity and incredibly detailed playback of your memories.

3.5" Xtra Fine LCD display (921K) w/Tru Black technology

Tru Black technology brings remarkably higher contrast and brightness to the cam-corder’s 3.5" Xtra Fine Tru Black LCD display, delivering more natural, realistic colors and easier viewing in bright conditions by reducing glare.

Geo-tagging with built-in GPS receiver & NAVTEQ maps

A built-in GPS receiver makes the HDR-XR550V an ideal choice for travelers. The receiver gives you the ability to view your current location on the LCD map display, as well as "tag" your shooting locations. Tagged videos and still images can be reviewed and played back using the Map Index function on the camcorder or once downloaded to your PC using the supplied PMB (Picture Motion Browser) software. Additionally, the receiver automatically adjusts your cam-corder's clock to the proper time zone.

Assignable Dial (Iris/Shutter/Exposure/WB/Focus)

Get the most out of your camcorder with enhanced manual controls. The assignable dial allows for control of focus, exposure, white balance, iris, and shutter speed. Adjusting the iris lets you control depth of field, while shutter speed allows for control motion blur.

Intelligent Scene Recognition (11 i-Auto modes)

Intelligent Auto mode goes a step beyond traditional auto modes by analyzing your shot and then automatically selecting the appropriate settings from eleven distinct scene modes: Portrait Mode, Smile Shutter, Back-light Control, Scenery, Night Scenery Mode, High Sensitivity Mode, Macro Mode, Baby Mode, Walk Detection, Tripod, and Low Light Mode.

Face Detection Technology w/ Face Touch

With Face Touch, your camcorder optimizes focus, color, exposure, and Smile Shutter technology for the face you prioritize. Just touch the preferred face on the LCD display and the camcorder will assign it priority, even if it leaves and returns to the frame.

Mic/Headphone jack

The HDR-XR550V features dedicated Mic and headphone inputs (external microphones and headphones sold separately).

Active Interface Shoe

The Active Interface Shoe lets you mount Intelligent Accessories, such as external lights and microphones, which can help extend the capabilities of your camcorder.

Dolby Digital 5.1ch recording with Built-in Zoom Mic

Dolby Digital 5.1 channel recording captures active sounds coming from all directions, so you can experience your home movies the way you experienced them while recording. The Built-In Zoom Mic focuses audio recording on your subjects in sync with the camera’s zoom lens.

Specification:

Video

• • Format : HD: MPEG4 AVC/H.264; SD: MPEG2

• Video Signal : HD: 1920 x 1080/60i (FX & FH modes); SD: NTSC color, EIA standards

General

• • Imaging Device : 1/2.88" back-illuminated "Exmor R" CMOS sensor

  • Processor : BIONZ™ image processor

  • Pixel Gross : 6631K

  • Video Actual : 4150K Pixels (16:9), 3110K Pixels (4:3)

  • Video Resolution : 1920 x 1080

  • Still Actual : 4500K Pixels (16:9), 6000K Pixels (4:3)

  • Still Picture Resolution : 12 mega-pixel

  • Recording Media : 240GB Non-Removable Hard Disk Drive Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media and SD/SDHC(Class 4) media (Sold Separately)

• Recording and Playback Times : 240GB HDD: High Definition: FX = up to 1370 min., FH = up to 1750 min., HQ = up to 3560 min., LP = up to 5770 min. Standard Definition: HQ = up to 3560 min.

Optics/Lens

• • Lens Type : G Lens™

  • 35mm Equivalent : Video:29.8 - 298mm (16:9), 36.5 - 365mm (4:3) Photo: 28.7 - 287mm(16:9), 26.3 - 263mm (4:3)

  • Aperture : F1.8-3.4

  • Digital Zoom : 120x

  • Filter Diameter : 37mm

  • Focal Distance : 3.8 - 38.0mm

  • Focus : Full range Auto / Manual (Touch Panel)

  • Shutter Speed : Scene Selection, 1/8-1/725; STD, 1/60-1/725; LOW LUX, 1/30-1/725; Smooth Slow Rec., 1/240-1/1000

  • Minimum Illumination : STD, 11 lux (1/60 Shutter Speed); LOW LUX, 3 lux (Auto Slow Shutter ON, 1/30 Shutter Speed)

  • Optical Zoom : 10x

• Resolution : 12 mega-pixel

Convenience

• • Face Detection : Yes

  • Image Stabilization : Optical Steady-shot™ image stabilization w/ Active Mode (Wide to Tele)

  • Low Light Capability : Yes

  • Smile Shutter™ technology : Yes

  • Dynamic Range Optimizer : Yes

  • Embedded GPS : Yes

  • Quick On : Power On by LCD

  • x.v.Color™ : Yes

  • Memory Stick® Pro Media Compatibility : Memory Stick PRO Duo™ MARK2 Media and SD/SDHC(Class 4) media (Sold Separately)

  • Dual Record : 8.3 mega-pixel

  • Face Index : Yes

  • Film Roll Index : Yes

  • Still Image Mode(s) : JPEG

  • Hybrid : Yes

  • Fader Effect(s) : Black, White

  • Exposure : Yes (Touch Panel)

  • Scene Mode(s) : Auto, Twilight, Sunrise & Sunset, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait, Spotlight, Beach, Snow

  • Photo Capture from Movie : Yes

  • Slide Show Mode : Yes

  • Accessory Shoe : Yes (Active Interface Shoe)

  • Direct Copy : Yes

  • Golf Shot : Yes

  • Intelligent Auto : Yes (Landscape, Back-light, Twilight, Spotlight, Low light, Macro, Portrait, Baby, Walk, Tripod)

  • Memory Stick® Pro Duo Media Compatibility : Tested to support up to 32GB media capacity; does not support high speed transfer function; does not support Access Control security function.

• White Balance : Auto, Outdoor, Indoor, One Push (via Touch panel)

Display

• • LCD Screen : 3.5” Xtra Fine™ Tru Black LCD³ (921K) display

• Viewfinder : Wide (color 201k)

Weights and Measurements

• • Weight (Approx.) : w/o battery: 1lb 1oz (510g), w battery 1lb 4oz (570g)

• Dimensions (Approx.) : 2 7/8 x 3 x 5 3/4 inch (70 x 74 x 143mm)

Power

• • Battery Type : Info LITHIUM® with Accu Power™ Meter System (NP-FV50)

  • Power Requirements : 7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adapter)

• Power Consumption (in Operation) : 3.8W

Audio

• • Recording Format : Dolby® Digital 5.1

• Microphone : Built-in Zoom Microphone

Convenience Features

• • Multiple Language Display : Yes

• BRAVIA® Sync™ : Yes