For the first time ever, record high definition directly to Memory Stick PRO DuoTM media. The compact size of this camcorder combined with its miniscule recording media make the HDR-CX7 high definition Handycam® camcorder a joy to use. Ultra-lightweight and easy to carry, it features a professional-quality Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T* lens and Super SteadyShot® optical image stabilization for stunningly sharp high definition video. Plus, its large, 2.7" wide Clear Photo LCD PlusTM display4 featuring touch panel SwivelScreenTM technology makes it simple to view what you're recording-at almost any angle. 3.2 Megapixel (Gross) ClearVidTM CMOS Sensor Exceptional still pictures and video with stunning detail and clarity.(1080 lines of resolution - HD Mode or 530 lines of horizontal resolution - SD Mode). Still-image performance is a remarkable 6.1 megapixels. Unlike traditional CCD Imagers, CMOS Sensors require less power, providing longer battery performance. Switchable HD/SD Format Recording Record and play back both high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) video recorded on standard 3" (8cm) DVD media. x.v.ColorTM Technology Capture and display nearly twice as many (1.8x) viewable colors than other camcorders can, for a more vivid, accurate color range and more natural, lifelike images. 10X Optical / 20X Digital Zoom Get close; real close optically or digitally. Digital Zoom Interpolation makes extreme digital zooming clearer, less distorted than ever before. Professional Quality Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T* Lens Advanced optics deliver amazing picture quality. The Carl Zeiss lens' optical multi-layer coating increases contrast while reducing glare and flare, so you see brilliant, vivid images, with true-to-life color saturation and perfect rendition of subtle tones. The additional T* coating on the lens further reduces unwanted glare and flare. 2.7" Wide4 (16:9) Touch Panel Clear Photo LCD PlusTM Display (211K Pixels) Enjoy excellent viewing clarity with improved resolution. The 211K pixel LCD screen shows sharp detailed imagery, and rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles during shooting or playback. Widescreen format makes it easy to compose shots in 16:9 mode. Smooth Slow Record Slow motion made simple. Capture and slow down fast-moving subjects with ease. By increasing the record rate from standard 60 fields per second (fps) to 240 fps for 3 seconds, you stretch the action over media space. Play it back at standard speed and you've 12 seconds of smooth slow-mo. Great for analyzing a golf swing or a viewing a bird in flight. You can even record an audio track to match the video's slow motion. Memory Stick PRO DuoTM Media Slot Capture still images with up to 2848x2136 resolution directly onto Memory Stick PRO DuoTM media for easy transfer to PCs. Perfect for E-mailing, printing or sharing with Memory Stick®-compatible devices. Dual Record Capture vibrant, high quality still images. For versatility and convenience, capture a 4.6 megapixel pictures directly to Memory Stick DuoTM media even while shooting video. Super SteadyShot® Optical Image Stabilization System Reduce blurry footage even at higher shake and vibration frequencies. Optical stabilization achieves a higher level of smoothness without the video degradation that mars some digital stabilization systems. Tele Macro Function Shoot ultra-close ups without the camcorder casting a shadow on your subject. Tele Macro Mode keeps the subject properly focused and the background unfocussed so that the subject stands out. Active Interface Shoe Provides power and two-way communication to optional accessories you connect directly to the camcorder. Built-in Intelligent Flash Delivers added clarity and detail, and reduced shadows, in low-light situations. Super NightShot® Infrared System Shoot in low or even total darkness. Super NightShot automatically adjusts shutter speed to increase picture brightness and clarity so you can shoot without light (0 lux) and capture subjects from up to 10 feet away. Color Slow Shutter mode lets you record full color detail even in low light situations. Scene Selection Modes Getting an ideal image is easy, with a flexible range of pre-programmed settings that ensure great shooting, even in challenging situations. Choose from Beach, Candle, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait, Sports Lesson, Spotlight, and Sunrise & Sunset. Picture Effects Get creative when recording or playing back your video with Sony's Picture Effect Modes. Effects available in camera mode: Monotone, Pastel and Sepia. Effects available in playback mode: Monotone, Pastel and Sepia. Fader Effects Enhance your personal videos by adding professional-looking black or white fade effects. InfoLITHIUM® Battery with AccuPowerTM Meter System Charge the battery at any time. Unlike NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries, Sony's rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries don't suffer life-shortening "memory effect." Exclusive AccuPowerTM meter displays the battery time remaining in minutes, in either the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. Stamina® Battery Power Management System Provides extra long battery life , so you can continuously record up to 5 hours (viewfinder) or 5 hours (LCD) on a single charge (when using optional NP-FH100 InfoLithium® Battery). On Screen Zoom and Record Buttons Easily control zoom and record buttons from the LCD screen's frame. Offers more flexibility when holding the camcorder; great for overhead or low-angle shots. Easy Handycam No hassle shooting. "Easy" mode locks out most of the camcorder's advanced features,letting you concentrate only the buttons that are essential for recording. One Touch Wide Angle Shooting Switch between 16:9 and 4:3 aspect ratios for shooting with just the touch of a button. Manual Focus Take control. Touch panel makes it easy to manually adjust focus. Control focus in difficult situations where the environment or subject aren't suited for autofocus (like shooting in a crowd or through a window), or you want to make something special of your shot (changing focus point, intentional defocus). Multi-Language Menu View menu display in English, Canadian French, Latin American Spanish or Brazilian Portuguese. Specifications
- General
- Imaging Device 1/3" ClearVidTM CMOS Sensor
- Pixel Gross 3200K
- Recording Media Memory Stick PRO DuoTM Media
- Recording Time When using 4GB Memory Stick PRO DuoTM MEdia:
- High Definition: XP = up to 30 min., HQ = up to 55 min., SP = up to 65 min., LP = up to 85 min.
- Standard Definition: HQ = up to 55 min., SP = up to 80 min., LP = up to 160 min.
- Video Actual 2280K Pixels (16:9), 1710K Pixels (4:3)
- Still Actual 2280K Pixels (16:9), 3040K Pixels (4:3)
- Optics/Lens
- 35mm Equivalent 40-400mm(16:9 Camera Mode), 49-490mm (4:3 Camera Mode), 40-400mm (16:9 Memory Mode), 37-370mm (4:3 Memory Mode)
- Aperture f1.8-2.9
- Exposure Touch Panel (24 steps)
- Filter Diameter 37mm
- Focal Distance 5.4-54mm; Telemacro 450mm
- Focus Full Range Auto/Manual (Dial, Touch Panel)
- Shutter Speed Auto, 1/2 1/500 (Scene Selection Mode)
- Optical Zoom 10X
- Digital Zoom 20X
- Resolution 3MP
- Video
- Format(s) Supported AVCHDTM5 (HD), MPEG2-PS (SD)
- Video Signal System NTSC color, EIA standards
- Hardware
- LCD 2.7" (211K Pixels) Wide4 (16:9) Touch Panel Clear Photo LCD PlusTM Display
- Lens Type Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T*
- Docking Station Yes; Handycam StationTM cradle
- Microphone Yes (Built-in 5.1 Channel)
- Inputs and Outputs
- Analog Audio/Video Input(s) None
- Analog Audio/Video Output(s) Yes (Multi A/V)
- USB Port(s) 2.0 High Speed2 (Handycam Station)
- Digital Audio/Video Input(s) Yes (via USB2.0)2
- Digital Audio/Video Output(s) Yes (via USB2.0)2
- HDMITM Connection Output(s) Yes (Mini)
- Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s) Yes
- S-Video Output(s) Yes (via optional accessory)
- Convenience
- SteadyShot® Image Stabilization Yes (Super; Optical)
- Accessory Shoe Yes, Active Interface Shoe
- White Balance Auto/Outdoor/Indoor/One Push
- Memory Stick PROTM Media Compatibility Tested to support up to 4GB media capacity; does not support high speed transfer function; does not support Access Control security function.
- Still Image Mode(s) JPEG
- Low Light Capability Super NightShot® Infrared System
- Minimum Illumination 2 Lux (0 Lux with Super NightShot® Infrared System)
- Convenience Features
- Easy Operation Yes
- Fader Effects Black, White
- Multiple Language Display Yes
- Slide Show Mode Yes
- Light/Flash Yes
- Scene Mode(s) Beach, Candle, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait, Sports Lesson, Spotlight, and Sunrise & Sunset
- Picture Effect(s) Monotone, Pastel, Sepia
- Digital Picture Effect(s) Old Movie
- PictBridge Compatible Yes
- Power
- Power Consumption 4.4W HD
- Battery Type InfoLITHIUM® with AccuPowerTM Meter System (NP-FH60)
- Service and Warranty Information
- Limited Warranty 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor
- Audio
- Recording Format Dolby® Digital 5.1
- Weight & Dimensions
- Weight (Approx) 15oz. (450g) with supplied battery
- Dimensions (Approx) 2 3/4" x 2 3/4" x 5 1/4" (69 x 67 x 129mm)
Supplied Accessories
- Power Adaptor/ In Camera Charger (AC-L200)
- InfoLITHIUM® Rechargeable Battery (NP-FH60)
- Wireless Remote Commander® Remote Control (RMT-835)
- Component Video Cable
- A/V Cable
- Handycam StationTM cradle (DCRA-C190)
- USB Cable
- Enjoy Handycam Video
- Supplied Software Picture Motion Browser ver. 2.0
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