Sony Handycam HDR-XR550V High Definition Digital Camcorder
Sony Handycam HDR-XR550V High Definition Digital Camcorder
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Preserve the moment in stunning HD clarity. Featuring a massive 240 GB internal hard disk drive, the HDR-XR550V also records 1920 x 1080 high-definition video and 12-megapixel still images. Experience superior low-light shooting performance via the "Exmor R" CMOS sensor, while Optical SteadyShot image stabilization with Active Mode and 3-way Shake Canceling, which enables you to capture remarkably smooth video from wide angle to full telephoto shooting.Experience stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain with the newly developed, back-illuminated "Exmor R" CMOS sensor. Designed specifically for compact cameras and camcorders, the "Exmor R" CMOS sensor is designed to let you shoot video in lower lighting conditions with better results.Shooting without a tripod can often lead to wobbly videos. 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 shooting. In addition, innovative 3-Way Shake-Canceling adds electronic roll stability for even smoother video capture.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, 26.3 mm focal length offers a broader perspective for enhanced wide angle shooting.Now there's an easy way to transfer and store videos directly from your camcorder to an external hard disk drive, without a computer. You can even use handy playback features of this camcorder to access the videos stored on your external drive and share your memories on a compatible HDTV or monitor.Perfect for travelers, this camcorder features a built-in GPS receiver which lets you view your current location on the LCD map display, as well as "tag" your shooting locations, all using easy-to-read NAVTEQ maps. You can playback and view tagged videos and still images on the camcorder or PC with the supplied Picture Motion Browser software.Capture your memories in 24 Mbps and record brilliant AVCHD video with amazing clarity and enhanced detail. The AVCHD (Audio Video Compression for HD) codec is ideal for recording on a variety of media including high-definition Blu-ray Disc.
Expanded Product Features
Expanded Product Features
Better shots in low light
Experience stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain with the newly developed, back-illuminated "Exmor R" CMOS sensor. Designed specifically for compact cameras and camcorders, the "Exmor R" CMOS sensor is designed to let you shoot video in lower lighting conditions with better results.
Say goodbye to camera shake
Shooting without a tripod can often lead to wobbly videos. 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 shooting. In addition, innovative 3-Way Shake-Canceling adds electronic roll stability for even smoother video capture.
Superior optical performance
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, 26.3 mm focal length offers a broader perspective for enhanced wide angle shooting.
Store and share your memories
Now there's an easy way to transfer and store videos directly from your camcorder to an external hard disk drive, without a computer. You can even use handy playback features of this camcorder to access the videos stored on your external drive and share your memories on a compatible HDTV or monitor.
Track your position with GPS
Perfect for travelers, this camcorder features a built-in GPS receiver which lets you view your current location on the LCD map display, as well as "tag" your shooting locations, all using easy-to-read NAVTEQ maps. You can playback and view tagged videos and still images on the camcorder or PC with the supplied Picture Motion Browser software.
Shoot your movies in HD
Capture your memories in 24 Mbps and record brilliant AVCHD video with amazing clarity and enhanced detail. The AVCHD (Audio Video Compression for HD) codec is ideal for recording on a variety of media including high-definition Blu-ray Disc.
1 x HDMI output, 1 x S-Video output, 1 x USB, 1 x component video output, 1 x composite video/audio output, 1 x headphones, 1 x microphone, 1 x remote control
HDMI Output
Yes
Expansion Slot
1 x Memory Stick PRO Duo, 1 x SD Memory Card
System Requirements for PC Connection
Operating System Supported
MS Windows 7, MS Windows Vista, MS Windows XP, MS Windows XP SP3
Battery
Battery Form Factor
Manufacturer specific
Battery Manufacturer
Sony NP-FV50
Environmental Parameters
Max Operating Temperature
40 °C
Min Operating Temperature
0 °C
Resolution
Effective Still Resolution
6.0 MP
Effective Video Resolution
4.2 MP
File Format
Digital Video Format
AVCHD, H.264, MPEG-2
Still Image Format
JPEG
Other Features
Additional Features
Backlight Compensation, Built-In GPS, Built-In Speaker, Digital Noise Reduction, Direct Print, Dolby Digital 5.1 channel recording, Dynamic Range Optimizer, Exif Print Support, Golf Shot Function, Intelligent Scene Selector, PictBridge Support, Smile Detection technology, Takes Photos While Movie Recording, Touch-Screen Control, USB 2.0 Compatibility, accessories hot shoe, face detection, face-priority AF function