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Sony DCR-SX65 Flash Memory Camcorder (Red)

  • Price: $218.00
  • B&H # SODCRSX65R
  • Mfr# DCRSX65/R

Product Highlights

  • 4GB Internal Memory
  • Memory Stick Duo / SD Card Slot
  • 1/8" 680k Pixel CCD Sensor
  • 3.0" WIDE Clear Photo Touch Panel LCD
  • CZ Vario Tessar Lens
  • 60x Optical Zoom / 70x Intelligent Zoom
  • Stereo Sound Recording
  • Video Light
  • Direct Copy
  • Intelligent AUTO

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Recording media is not included, be prepared - always carry extra media.

Four gigabytes of internal flash memory, a 3.0" touch screen LCD, a Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens with 70x Extended zoom and more make up the Sony DCR-SX65 Flash Memory Camcorder. Easy on your wallet, this standard definition camera provides functions and features not found on comparable pocket camcorders, while still giving you the option of simple uploading to social media sites.

Other shooting controls include image stabilization for a stable image, Intelligent Auto for automatic scene selection, and Face Detection which ensures everyone in the shot looks their best. Of course, the SX65 has other numerous features meant to make recording your memories hassle-free - Film Roll Index, Direct Copy, and a built-in video all go even further to make your recording a pleasurable process, not drudgery. When you're done shooting the aforementioned editing software - Sony's Picture Motion Browser - helps you finalize your videos in a number of ways, share your video, and archive it.

4GB Embedded Flash Memory
The built-in 4GB embedded flash memory can record up to 2.5 hours of footage (LP mode)
70x Extended Zoom to Get Even Closer to the Action
Extended Zoom works in conjunction with 60x optical zoom to get even closer to the action while maintaining image quality
Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens
The professional-quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens is designed specifically for compact camcorders. Precision ground optics help maintain the sharpness and contrast of larger lenses, and SteadyShot image stabilization helps reduce blur caused by camera shake
3.0" Touch-Screen Clear Photo LCD Plus Display (230K)
The 3.0" touch-screen Clear Photo LCD Plus display provides exceptional viewing clarity with 230K pixels resolution. The display rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles, as well as provides sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback. The convenient touch panel allows easy access to menus and additional functionality such as spot focus and spot metering
SteadyShot Image Stabilization with Active Mode
SteadyShot image stabilization with Active Mode allows for a greater degree of image stabilization over the well known, Sony developed, SteadyShot stabilization that has been used for years, giving you more stable video even when on the move or in low light circumstances
Intelligent Auto - 36 Different Scene Combinations Possible
Intelligent Auto mode goes a step beyond traditional auto modes by analyzing your shot and then automatically selecting the appropriate settings from seven distinct scene modes (36 different combinations possible): Landscape, Backlight, Twilight, Spotlight, Macro, Portait, Tripod
Dolby Digital Stereo Recording with Built-In Zoom Mic
The built-in zoom microphone focuses audio recording on your subjects with the camera's zoom lens, helping memories ring true with clear dialogue and crisp, discrete sounds
Face Detection
Face Detection technology recognizes faces and optimizes camera settings for both video and still images, so faces are captured more clearly and skin tones look more natural
Built-In LED Video Light
The DCR-SX65 features an LED light that can assist in low-light situations giving you more flexibility when capturing your video
Built-In USB Cable for Easy File Transfer/Charge
The high-speed, built-in USB 2.0 cable allows for easy connection to your computer without having to remember separate cables. It also fits conveniently into the hand strap so it's out of the way until you need it
Direct Copy to External HDD without PC
Store your memories in a whole new way with the ability to copy videos from your camcorder directly to an external hard disk drive (sold separately), all without a computer. Your camcorder can also access videos stored on the external hard drive for playback on your TV, allowing you to utilize the camcorder's handy playback features
Includes Sony Picture Motion Browser Software
Sony Picture Motion Browser software offers a simple, intuitive way to transfer, sort, and view your video and still images on your compatible PC. In addition, multiple output options let you burn your memories to DVD, as well as take advantage of one click upload to a number of popular video and photo sharing sites
Auto Lens Cover
The automatic lens cover protects the Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens from scratches during transport or while not in use by closing the lens cover automatically when the camera is shut off
Film Roll / Face Index
With Film Roll Index, the camcorder previews the beginning of scenes and creates scene indexes set at specified display intervals (3, 6, or 12 seconds and 1 or 5 minutes). Face Index indexes your video footage according to the faces detected in each scene. When it's time to play back video, simply search for what you want by selecting from among the detected faces displayed in the index
Dual Media Card Slot
For convenient storage and sharing of your images and videos, the DCR-SX65 accepts Memory Stick Duo / Memory Stick PRO Duo / Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo media and SD/SDHC media (sold separately)
Optics
Sensor 1/8" CCD
Lens 1.8 - 108 mm
f/1.8 - 6.0
Zoom Optical: 60x
Digital: 2000x 1
Please Note:

70x Extended zoom

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Filter Size 37 mm
Recording
System NTSC
Recording Media Internal Flash Memory 4GB 
Memory Stick PRO Duo, SD/SDHC/SDXC  
Recording Time Internal Flash Memory
HQ: 55 minutes
SP: 1 hours, 20 minutes
LP: 2 hours, 55 minutes
Video Format Standard Definition
MPEG2
720 x 480i (60 fps)
Still Image Resolution JPEG: 640 x 480
JPEG: 640 x 360
Audio Format 2-Channel Stereo
Display
Display Type LCD
Screen Size 3.0"
Touchscreen Yes
Features
Image Stabilization Optical
Lux 3 (1/30 shutter speed)
Built-in Mic Yes
Built-in Speaker Yes
Built-in Light/Flash Light - Yes
Flash - No
Tripod Mount 1/4"
Input/Output Connectors
Outputs 1x Mini-USB
1x A/V
General
System Requirements Windows
  • XP (SP3), Vista (SP2), 7
Battery Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
Dimensions (WxHxD) 2.07 x 2.24 x 4.86" / 52.5 x 57 x 123.5 mm
Weight 8.1 oz / 230 g

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Sony DCR-SX65 Flash Memory Camcorder (Red)
 
4.5

(based on 2 reviews)

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      4.0

      Great, great great

      By age

      from los angeles

      About Me Casual User

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy to Use
      • Great Picture Quality
      • Great Sound
      • Great Zoom
      • Large Clear LCD
      • Zoom range/performance

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Home Movies
        • Indoors/Low Light
        • Travel

        Comments about Sony DCR-SX65 Flash Memory Camcorder (Red):

        Easy to use. Mine came with a free sony carry case. I'm happy

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        5.0

        I love my DCR-SX65 Camcorder

        By Almond Honey

        from Bronx

        About Me Video Enthusiast

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy to Use
        • Good Image Stabilization
        • Great Picture Quality
        • Great Sound
        • Great Zoom
        • Large Clear LCD
        • Zoom range/performance

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • HD Shooting
          • Home Movies
          • Movies/Short Films
          • Travel

          Comments about Sony DCR-SX65 Flash Memory Camcorder (Red):

          Since we brought the DCR-SX65 camcorder . We been enjoying all the fun that we was not able to do before . I was able to recored both of my kids birthday parties . in clear view snap shots of special events, play back , and i also can put it on my computer aswell as on my t.v. so the whole family can watch. I recommend everyone get a DCR-SX65 camcorder for all events.

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          Media

          Required item: Recording media is not included, be prepared - always carry extra media.

          Sony -  8GB SDHC Memory Card Class 10
          • Price: $14.50
           

          Batteries & Power

          Don't get caught without power, always have a spare battery.

          Sony -  NP-FV70 Rechargeable Camcorder Battery Pack (2060mAh, 8.4V)
          • Price: $64.99
           
          Pearstone -  BPS-FV70 Lithium-Ion Battery Pack for Sony (8.4 V, 1650 mAh)
            • Original: $39.95
            • Save: $3.99
          • Price: $35.96
           

          Bags & Cases

          Carry, store, and protect all your equipment with a bag or case.

          Pearstone -  Onyx 1030 Digital Camera/Camcorder Shoulder Bag
            • Original: $17.95
            • Save: $1.79
          • Price: $16.16
           

          Filters

          Protect your lens or produce a desired visual effect by adding a filter.

          Tiffen -  37mm UV Protector Filter
          • Price: $8.90
           
          Tiffen -  37mm Circular Polarizing Filter
          • Price: $35.95
           

          Lenses & Adaptors

          Capture the right view with a conversion lens.

          Sony -  VCL-HGA07B Full Range Conversion Lens (0.75x)
          • Price: $129.88
           
          Sony -  VCL-HG1737C 37mm 1.7x Hi-Grade Telephoto Lens
          • Price: $121.00
           
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          What's in the Box

          Sony DCR-SX65 Flash Memory Camcorder (Red)
          • AC-L200 AC Adapter
          • Power Cord
          • NP-FV30 Battery Pack
          • A/V Connecting Cable
          • CD-ROM
          • USB Connection Support Cable
          • Operating Guide
          • 1-Year Parts & 90-Days Labor Limited Warranty
           
           
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