Sony HDR-CX100 High Definition Handycam Camcorder (Silver)
The affordable HDR-CX100 High Definition Handycam Camcorder (Silver) from Sony offers high definition recording along with compact design and smart features. Capture true 1920 x 1080 2.3MP video and 4MP stills to the 8GB embedded flash memory or to Memory Stick Duo media, with the added bonus of not having to worry about carrying around bulky DVDs or tapes. Memory Stick media also makes for easy uploading to your compatible computer or printer, enabling printing, editing, and sharing in emails or on social networking sites.
The Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens with 10x optical zoom and SteadyShot image stabilization works with the 1/5" Exmor CMOS sensor and the 2.7" wide touch panel LCD to help you create clean and accurate video each and every time you shoot. In addition, other user-friendly features like Face Detection and Smile Shutter technology ensure that everyone in the frame looks their best.
The HDR-CX100 gives you the convenience of flash memory at a budget-friendly price.
- Record to the Embedded Flash Memory or Memory Stick Media
- Record your video and still images to the 8GB embedded flash memory or Memory Stick Duo media (optional) with the HDR-CX100. Footage stored to the embedded memory can be transferred to Memory Stick media for easy upload to compatible computers or printers.
- 1/5" Exmor CMOS Sensor
- Sony's 1/5" Exmor CMOS sensor with ClearVid array captures brilliant 2.3MP videos and 4MP stills. The BIONZ image processor works together with the sensor to reduce image noise and improve response time.
- Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens with 10x Optical Zoom
- The professional quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens features precision ground optics for sharp, true-to-life image capture. The 10x optical zoom captures far off subjects with no loss in image quality.
- 2.7" Wide Touch Panel LCD
- The generous 2.7" LCD gives you an accurate display on which to compose and playback your shots, while also providing an intuitive surface to navigate menus and other functions. The 270° rotation of the screen helps capture hard-to-get shots and aids in viewing upon playback.
- 4MP Stills
- Capture 4MP digital stills with the HDR-CX100. You can also simultaneously record video and capture 2.3MP stills with the camera's Dual Record mode.
- SteadyShot Image Stabilization
- Sony's SteadyShot cuts down on blur caused by hand-shake or a moving subject.
- Creative Control and Workflow Features
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- Face Detection: Adjusts focus, exposure, and color on up to 8 faces
- Smile Shutter: automatically takes the shot when the subject smiles
- Power on the camera by opening the LCD
- HDMI output for connection to digital A/V devices
- x.v. Color technology for natural, true-to-life images
- Built-in zoom microphone for recording crisp, clean audio
- Smooth Slow Record: allows for slow motion playback of video
- Sony PMB (Picture Motion Browser) Software for one-touch upload to social media sites
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Sensor | 1/5" Exmor CMOS Sensor with ClearVid array |
| Lens |
Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Focal length=3.2-32mm F/Stop=1.8-2.2 |
| Zoom |
10x Optical 120x Digital |
| Filter Size | 30mm |
| Recording | |
|---|---|
| System | NTSC |
| Format |
High Definition: MPEG4 AVC/H.264 Standard Definition: MPEG2 |
| Audio | Dolby Digital 2 channel |
| Image Stabilization | SteadyShot |
| Lux | Minimum illumination: 5 lux (Auto Slow Shutter ON, 1/30 shutter speed) |
| Recording Media |
8GB Embedded flash memory Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (sold separately) |
| Recording Time |
8GB Embedded Flash Memory High Definition: LP: 3 hours Standard Definition: LP: 6 hours Optional 16GB Memory Stick PRO Duo Media |
| Display | |
|---|---|
| Display Type | Wide Touch Panel Clear Photo LCD Plus |
| Display Size | 2.7" (211k pixels) |
| Viewfinder | N/A |
| Camera Features | |
|---|---|
| Manual Controls | Focus |
| Built-in Speaker | Yes |
| Built-in Mic | Yes |
| Accessory Shoe | No |
| Built-in Light/Flash |
Light - No Flash - No |
| Digital Still Mode | |
|---|---|
| Still Recording Media | Memory Stick PRO Duo Media |
| Resolution | 4MP |
| Input/Output Connectors | |
|---|---|
| Inputs | N/A |
| Output |
HDMI USB 2.0 HDMI mini Analog A/V out (RCA via A/V breakout cable) Component Video (RCA via A/V breakout cable) S-Video (Sold separately: Mini DIN via A/V breakout cable) |
| Microphone Input | No |
| Headphone Jack | No |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Languages | English, English Simplified, Canadian French, Latin American Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese |
| Compatible Operating Systems | Windows 2000, XP, Vista |
| Power Requirements |
Battery Pack: 7.2VDC AC Adapter: 8.4VAC |
| Weight | 11 oz (330g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
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Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Comfortable to operate (4)
- Great picture quality (4)
- Great sound (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Home movies (4)
- HD shooting (3)
- Travel (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual user (3)
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Pros
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Travel
Comments about Sony HDR-CX100 High Definition Handycam Camcorder (Silver):
I use the HDR-CX100 for vacation and family pix.
I like the "record" button on the LCD screen. This helps stabilize the camera. This is important because of the mini size. Along the same lines, you pay for the compact size just a little as you hold it by the wrist strap. I guess I have large hands and that makes it a little difficult for the fingers to curl up and land on the correct button. Also, it would be neat if you could take photos using the "record" button on the fold out LCD screen...........minor detail.
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Easy to Use
- Good in Low Light
- Great Sound
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Sony HDR-CX100 High Definition Handycam Camcorder (Silver):
i'm a professionnal skydiver and i find it perfect for my job!!
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Durable
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
- Complicated Menu
- Poor in low light
Best Uses
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Movies/Short Films
- Travel
Comments about Sony HDR-CX100 High Definition Handycam Camcorder (Silver):
I recently purchased this camcorder (after reading a gazillion reviews) because we are having our first child. First, the clarity and quality are literally amazing, especially outside. This camcorder is perfect for the person looking for high quality at a reasonable price. The only cons I have noticed so far are the camcorder is not great in low light situations and the menu can be a pain to navigate. B&H had the best price on this camcorder and had all the accessories (MINI HDMI cord, 8g pro duo card, handycam soft case) that I was looking to buy.
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
Comments about Sony HDR-CX100 High Definition Handycam Camcorder (Silver):
Bought it for video "taping" kids sporting events and family events. Outstanding outdoor quality, indoor was better than my Sony DVR. My only problem was with the supplied software disk. My new Dell Laptop, running Windows XP, crashed everytime I tried to install the software. I finally removed it and installed only the drivers from Sony.com. Not sure why this happened. Overall, very happy with my purchase. (Used the Normal Zoom from the stands at a H.S. Football game and it looked like we were taping the game from the sideline!)
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Good pic Even inlow light
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Simple Controls
Cons
- Buy better battery 3800
Best Uses
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Movies/Short Films
- Travel
- Wedding Filming
Comments about Sony HDR-CX100 High Definition Handycam Camcorder (Silver):
Very good HD movies for the price and size of this cam, better filming outside with sunlight, if at night use extra light to get same quality of at day light. You must use extra light to get HD quality. Even though you can get stander quality to watch in tube TVs not HD TVs. I filmed a Wedding and everybody loved the HD quality. If you use close up you can get 1080p quality. But don't use too much zoom, use less zoom as possible. Turn off digital zoom, the 10x optical is enough to do the job. Buy a better battery 3800 and extras 8GB HD Memories mark 2 and them you are all set. Always record at better HD possible. Don't listening those people saying this cam is not good on Mac, just plug your cam to your Mac and imovie 09 will do rest. For windows users it comes with a nice software to convert files, and make dvds. In both systems it takes a while to convert 8GB files about 1 or 2 hours. But once done you can make how many dvds you wanna. You can record HD quality on regular DVDs to play on BlueRay players on HDTVs; or you can record DVDs to play on regular DVD players.
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Filters
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Tripods & Support
Stabilize your video with the support you need.
- Price: $79.95
Standard - Remote Control
Control your camcorder from a distance, and eliminate hand-vibration in your footage.
- Price: $99.00
What's in the Box
- HDR-CX100 Flash Memory Handycam Camcorder
- AC Adapter (AC-L200)
- NP-FH50 Rechargeable Battery Pack
- Component A/V Cable
- A/V Connecting Cable
- Application Software/USB Driver/CD-ROM
- USB Cable
- 1-Year Parts & 90-Days Labor Limited Warranty
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