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Sony HDR-XR500V 120GB High Definition Handycam Camcorder

1920 x 1080 HD
120GB HDD
1/2.88" Exmor-R CMOS
37mm G-Lens
12x Optical Zoom
Optical SteadyShot
3.2" Wide Xtra Fine LCD
0.27" Color Viewfinder
Built-In GPS
Face Detection & Smile Shutter

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The high-end, HDR-XR500V 120GB High Definition Handycam Camcorder, from Sony packs true 1920 x 1080 HD recording, hybrid capture options, excellent optics, and more into a consumer priced camera. You'll be hard pressed to run out of recording space with a 120GB HDD that captures nearly 48 hours of HD footage and the option to store additional video and stills to Memory Stick PRO Duo media.

Sony gives you the tools to create beautiful memories, whether you're recording your child's play or a family vacation. The G Lens and back-illuminated 1/2.88" ClearVid Exmor R CMOS sensor work together to create clean, brilliant images. Other features, like the generous 3.2" LCD display, Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization, Face Detection and Smile Shutter give you an added edge.

The XR500V also offers a built-in GPS receiver and Map Index function. Mark your exact location on video and still images and organize them accordingly. This tagging function is also useful for online sharing.

The HDR-XR500V gives you more quality than the average HD camcorder with enhanced optics and features, not to mention the convenience of GPS.

• Hybrid Recording to HDD or Memory Stick Duo Media: Record nearly 48 hours of true, 1920 x 1080 HD video and 4MP stills to the 120GB HDD, in the XR500V. You can also record to optional Memory Stick PRO Duo media, which offers easy transfer of video and stills to compatible computers and printers. And, in the event that you drop the camera, Sony's "HDD Smart Protection" prevents recorded video and stills from being lost.

• 1/2.88" ClearVid Exmor R CMOS Sensor with Back-Illumination: Sony's 1/2.88" Exmor R CMOS sensor captures true 1920 x 1080 HD 6MP video and 12.1MP digital stills at 4x the density of HD resolution, giving you cleaner, more detailed images. The back-illuminated sensor improves image quality, especially when shooting in low-light situations by gathering as much light as possible and increasing sensitivity. The BIONZ Image Processor helps reduce noise and provides for faster image processing and data compression.

• Sony G Lens: Sony's G lens, designed to work with the Exmor R CMOS sensor, provides sharp, detailed images with ultra accurate color reproduction.

• 3.2" Wide Touch Panel Xtra Fine LCD: The 3.2" LCD display gives you a generous surface on which to compose and playback your images, even outdoors, thanks to the 1MP of viewing resolution and wide viewing angle. The touch panel provides intuitive menu navigation.

• 12.1MP Digital Stills: Capture 12.1MP digital stills with the XR500V. You can also simultaneously record video and capture 8.3MP stills with the camera's Dual Record mode.

• Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization: Sony's Optical SteadyShot image stabilization with Active Mode provides even more correction for camera shake than Optical SteadyShot alone, by allowing a greater range of motion for lens shift, resulting in superbly clear video and still images.

• Built-In GPS Receiver: Great for travelers - the built-in GPS receiver automatically adjusts the XR500V's clock to the correct time zone and lets you view your exact location on the camera's LCD map display. Not only that, but you can also tag your recording location. Tagging allows you to review and playback video and still images by using the Map Index function on you camera or PC using the Picture Motion Browser Software.

• Map Index Function: The Map Index uses the geotagging capabilities of the built-in GPS receiver to allow you to see exactly where your footage was captured or to search for and find the scenes by location.

• Creative Control and Workflow Features

Face Detection: Adjusts focus, exposure, and color on up to 8 faces
Smile Shutter: automatically takes a still photo when subject smiles
Mic and headphone inputs
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
One touch disk burn when connected to PC using the included PMB software
Active Interface Shoe: mount Intelligent Accessories - lights and microphones
BRAVIA Sync for control of compatible Sony BRAVIA HDTVs via BRAVIA TV remote
Dynamic Range Optimizer: balances out scenes in high-contrast shooting conditions
Sony PMB (Picture Motion Browser) Software for one-touch upload to social media sites
Highlight Playback: uses Face Detection, Smile Shutter, Dual Capture & time range to compile scenes into short movies with music

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Optics

Sensor: 1/2.88" Exmor R CMOS

Lens: G Lens
Focal length=5.5-66mm
F/Stop=1.8-3.4

Zoom: 12x Optical
150x Digital

Filter Size: 37mm

Recording

System: NTSC

Format: High Definition: MPEG4 AVC/H.264
Standard Definition: MPEG2

Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1

Image Stabilization: Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization

Lux: Minimum illumination: 11 lux (1/60 shutter speed), LOW LUX, 3 lux (Auto Slow Shutter ON, 1/30 shutter speed)

Recording Media: 120GB HDD
Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (sold separately)

Recording Time: 120GB HDD
High Definition: FH: 870 minutes, LP: 2870 minutes
Standard Definition: HQ: 1770 minutes, LP: 5020 minutes
16GB Memory Stick PRO Duo Media
High Definition: FH: 110 minutes, LP: 375 minutes
Standard Definition: HQ: 230 minutes, LP: 655 minutes

Display

Display Type: Wide Touch Panel LCD

Display Size: 3.2" (921k pixels)

Viewfinder: Wide color (123k)

Camera Features

Manual Controls: Focus

Built-in Speaker: Yes

Built-in Mic: Yes

Accessory Shoe: Active Interface Shoe

Built-in Light/Flash: Flash - yes
Light - no

Digital Still Mode

Still Recording Media: 120GB HDD
Memory Stick PRO Duo Media

Resolution: 12Mp

Input/Output Connectors

Inputs: Microphone jack

Output: USB 2.0
HDMI
HDMI mini
Headphone jack
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: Yes

Headphone Jack: Yes

General

Languages: Not specified by manufacturer

Compatible Operating Systems: Windows 2000, XP, Vista

Power Requirements: Battery Pack: 7.2VDC
AC Adapter: 8.4VAC

Dimensions (WxHxD): 2 7/8 x 3 x 5 1/2" (71 x 75 x 137mm)

Weight: 1 lb 4 oz (580g)

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Sony HDR-XR500V 120GB High Definition Handycam Camcorder

HDR-XR500V 120GB High Definition Handycam Camcorder

AC Adapter (AC-L200)

NP-FH60 Rechargeable Battery Pack

Remote Commander (RMT-835)

Component A/V Cable

A/V Connecting Cable

Lithium Battery (CR2025)

Application Software/USB Driver/CD-ROM

USB Cable

1-Year Parts & 90-Days Labor Limited Warranty

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