The Sony HDRXR260V

Sony HDRXR260V High-Definition Handycam 8.9 MP Camcorder with 30x Optical Zoom and 160 GB Hard Disk Memory (2012 Model)

Designed for compact cameras and camcorders laid, the Exmor R CMOS sensor, the photodiode circuit on the support, maximizing the surface brightness per pixel, so that you can shoot with better results at lower can ... . Record and store up to 60 hours of 1920x1080p Full HD video and thousands of pictures with the 8.9MP Handycam camcorder HDRXR260V.To minimize optical SteadyShot with Active Mode image stabilization reduces camera shake and blur, even when using advanced digital zoom 55X. HDRXR260V Handycam features shooting in low light conditions with amazing Sony's Exmor R CMOS sensor. Full HD 1920x1080 60p recording w/8.9MP statue is HDRXR260V Sony offers 1920 x 1080 high definition resolution to your memories in superb quality of full high definition. Capable of recording and playback via HDMI 60p HDTV4 compatible and offer breathtaking clarity and detail and very smooth playback. Hard Disk 160GB 160GB hard drive built-in can store and record up to 63 hours of video recordings high-definition (HD LP mode). Helps prevent video footage and photos of lost if the camcorder is accidentally dropped. SteadyShot Optical Image Stabilization w / Active Mode Optical SteadyShot image stabilization with Active Mode compensates for greater degrees of camera shake to deliver stunningly smooth video from wide angle to full telephoto. In addition, add the innovative 3-Way Shake-Canceling roles Electronic Stability Control for even smoother video capture. 55X zoom extends to even closer to the action zoom Extension in cooperation with a 30x optical zoom to get closer to the action while maintaining the image quality of HD. Back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor for superb low-light video experience stunning low-light sensitivity with excellent image clarity and drastically reduced grain with a back-illuminated sensor from Sony? Exmor R CMOS. By Jonathon Amazon Verified Purchase 160GB HDD storage! 5.1 surround sound! Built-In USB! GPS! So those are the positives and they are somewhat impressive. However, keep in mind that it is HDD storage and NOT solid state memory. You'll need to insert a SD card into the included SD card slot if you want solid state memory. Sony has decided to place the microphone pickups right at the front (under the lens) which means that you are near certain to pickup wind noise while recording. In fairness, it was minimal but it was evident. Battery use is fast and depletes faster than solid state because of the HDD moving parts. Carry a backup. BUT.... What is most important is the quality of the video. This camcorder has so many positives but when it comes to picture quality, you'll find a severe lack of pixel resolution. Colors will be impressive and even low light indoor video came in with impressive results. The negative was sub-par video. Just no details. No sharpness. Low lines of resolution. We used both 60i and 60p. Maximum quality settings and as said, got great colors but just no details. Can't see a human hair, a flower, a garden leaf or a blade of grass. Playback was using HDMI to a 1080p TV. Sony did a fairly good job of including massive storage, 5.1 sound and GPS. What I wanted mostly was resolution and this model doesn't offer that. I did not use the photo/still aspect as I purchased a camcorder and not a digital still camera.

Key Features 1920x1080 Full HD 60p Recording w/8.9MP still image capture 160GB Hard Disk Drive Optical SteadyShot image stabilization w/ Active Mode Wide Angle G Lens to Capture More of What You Want Back-illuminated Exmor CMOS sensor for Superb Low-light Video 55x Extended Zoom to get even closer to the action 3.0-inch touch-screen Clear Photo LCD Plus display (230K) Closer Voice(with Face Detection) Tracking Focus follows selected subjects in/out of the frame 5.1ch Surround mic for Vivid and Dynamic Surround Sound Wind Noise Reduction for Clear Voice Recording Event Browse Groups Photos/Videos for You for Easy Reference Highlight Playback Creates Movies with Transitions for You Clear Phase Stereo Speakers for True and Dynamic Sound Geotagging with Built-in GPS Receiver & NAVTEQ Maps Direct Copy to External HDD without PC Built-in USB Cable for Easy File Transfer/Charge Intelligent Auto (120 different scene combinations possible) Golf Shot .

By. dr