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Sony 80GB High Definition Hard Disk Drive Handycam Silver Camcorder - HDR-XR100

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Sony 80GB High Definition Hard Disk Drive Handycam Silver Camcorder - HDRXR100/ 1920 x 1080 HD Video Recording/ 4 Megapixel Still Image Capture/ Face Detection Technology/ Smile Shutter Technology/ SteadyShot Image Stabilization/ 2.7" Wide Touch Panel Clear Photo LCD Plus Display/ Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens/ 10X Optical/120X Digital Zoom/ 1/5" Exmor CMOS Sensor With ClearVid Array/ Dolby Digital 5.1ch Recording With Built-In Zoom Mic/ Dual Record With 2.3MP Still Image Capture/ x.v. Color Technology/ HDMI Connection Output/ USB 2.0 Interface/ Silver Finish
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Sony 80GB High Definition Hard Disk Drive Handycam Silver Camcorder, Model HDRXR100

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Record stunning 1920x1080 high definition video and crystal clear still photos to a built-in 80GB hard disk drive (HDD) with the HDR-XR100 Handycam® camcorder. In addition to Face Detection technology, this camcorder features Smile Shutter™ technology, which can automatically detect smiles and shoot still images, even while recording video. The 2.7-inch wide touch panel display provides excellent viewing clarity with improved resolution and rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles. This camcorder also includes Sony PMB (Picture Motion Browser) software to easily transfer, sort and view your video and still images on your compatible PC.

Features:

  • 1920 x 1080 high definition video recording
    1920 x1080 high definition resolution lets you record your memories in exceptional Sony® Full High Definition quality
  • 4 megapixel still image capture
    4 megapixel still image capture lets you take high resolution digital photos
  • 80GB hard disk drive
    A built-in 80GB hard disk drive can record and store up to almost 32 hours of high definition video footage (HD LP mode), or up to almost 56 hours of standard definition footage(SD LP mode). In addition, “HDD Smart Protection” gives you peace of mind by helping to prevent any recorded video and images from being lost if the camcorder is accidentally dropped
  • Face Detection technology for Video Footage and Digital Still Photos
    Made possible by the BIONZ™ image processing engine, Face Detection technology recognizes up to 8 faces anywhere in the frame and by selecting the most prominent, automatically controls focus, exposure, and color to help capture smiling faces brightly and clearly. Face Detection technology also helps make skin tones look natural without affecting other colors in the image. On AVCHD models, the camcorder allocates encoding bits on detected face areas prior to encoding other parts of the picture, making them sharper and clearer. In still picture mode, Face Detection technology sets the flash level to optimize picture clarity
  • Smile Shutter™ technology for still and dual capture
    Smile Shutter™ technology lets the camcorder automatically take still photos when your subject smiles, even while shooting high definition video. You can also set the sensitivity and choose child, adult, or auto priority
  • SteadyShot™ image stabilization
    SteadyShot™ image stabilization reduces blur caused by camera shake and vibration, so your images stay crisp and clear
  • 2.7” wide touch panel Clear Photo LCD Plus™ display
    2.7” wide (16:9) touch panel Clear Photo LCD Plus™ display provides excellent viewing clarity with improved resolution (211K pixels). 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
  • Power On by opening LCD display
    Power on your camcorder by simply opening the LCD display
  • Professional-quality Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar® Lens
    Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar® lenses use highly advanced optics to deliver vivid image brilliance, true-to-life color saturation, and perfect renditions of subtle tones
  • 10X Optical / 120X Digital Zoom
    10X optical zoom helps to bring the action close up from far away. In addition, Digital Zoom Interpolation means that digital zooming (up to 120X) is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zoom
  • 1/5” Exmor™ CMOS sensor with ClearVid™ array
    A 1/5” xmor™ CMOS sensor with ClearVid™ array delivers bright, vivid, and exceptionally detailed 2.3 megapixel (effective) video footage, as well as 4 megapixel still images – all with prolonged battery life. Exmor™ technology captures images with high resolution and high sensitivity, and the advanced Sony® BIONZ™ image processor improves camera response time and screens out noise so the signal from each pixel is as pure as possible
  • Dolby® Digital 5.1ch recording with Built-in Zoom Mic
    Dolby® Digital 5.1ch recording with Built-in Zoom Mic: Dolby® Digital 5.1 channel recording captures active sounds coming from all directions, so you can experience your home movies the way you experienced them while recording. The Built-In Zoom Mic focuses audio recording on your subjects in sync with the camera’s zoom lens
  • Dual Record with 2.3MP still image capture
    Dual record capability lets you capture 2.3MP still images while shooting high definition video, so you can capture those special moments without having to switch recording modes
  • Includes Sony® PMB (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, AVCHD, and Blu-ray Disc™ media (sold separately), as well as take advantage of one click upload to a number of popular video and photo sharing sites (compatible PC and internet connection required)
  • Smooth Slow Record
    The Smooth Slow Record mode increases the record rate from 60 frames per second (fps) to 240 fps, allowing you to capture 3 seconds of fast motion and play the video back in 12 seconds. This is a great tool for analyzing a golf swing or a viewing a bird in flight. In addition, you record an audio track to narrate the video footage
  • x.v. Color™ technology for superior color
    x.v. Color™ technology enables the HDR-XR100 to capture nearly twice (1.8x) as many viewable colors as the standard RGB color range, resulting in more natural, life-like images. You can even experience this expanded color range on the big screen when you connect your camcorder to x.v. Color capable displays, including a wide range of Sony® BRAVIA® HDTVs
  • HDMI™ connection output
    The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is a compact audio/video connector interface for transmitting uncompressed digital streams. HDMI connects digital audio/video sources such as a compatible camcorder, Blu-ray Disc™ player, a personal computer, a video game console, or an AV receiver to a compatible digital audio device and/or video monitor such as a digital television (DTV). HDMI began to appear in 2006 on consumer HDTV, camcorders and high-end digital still cameras
  • USB 2.0 interface
    A USB 2.0 interface provides an easy way to connect your camcorder to a compatible PC for fast transfer of video and still images for editing

Specifications:

Video

  • Format: HD: MPEG4 AVC/H.264; SD: MPEG2
  • Video Signal: HD: 1920 x 1080/60i; SD: NTSC color, EIA standards

Hardware

  • Manual / Auto Lens Cover: Manual
  • Memory Stick slot: Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media
  • S/S & Zoom button on LCD: Yes

General

  • Imaging Device: 1/5" Exmor™ CMOS sensor with ClearVid array
  • Pixel Gross: 2360K
  • Recording Media: 80GB Non-Removeable Hard Disk Drive Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media (Sold Separately)
  • Recording and Playback Times: 80GB HDD: High Definition: FH = up to 580 min., HQ = up to 1180 min. SP = up to 1440 min., LP = up to 920 min. Standard Definition: HQ = up to 1180 min., SP = up to 1750 min., LP = up to 3360 min. When using 16GB Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media (sold separately): High Definition: FH = up to 110 min., HQ = up to 230 min. SP = up to 280 min., LP = up to 375 min. Standard Definition: HQ = up to 230 min., SP = up to 340 min., LP = up to 655 min.
  • Still Actual: 1490K Pixels (16:9), 1990K Pixels (4:3)
  • Still Picture Resolution: 4 megapixel
  • Video Actual: 1430K Pixels (16:9), 1080K Pixels (4:3)
  • Video Resolution: 1920 x 1080

Power

  • Battery Type: InfoLITHIUM® with AccuPower™ Meter System (NP-FH60)
  • Power Consumption: 3.9W
  • Power Requirements: 7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)

Video Features

  • PhotoTV HD: Yes

Audio

  • Microphone: Built-in Zoom Microphone
  • Recording Format: Dolby® Digital 5.1

Convenience

  • Dual Record: 2.3 megapixel
  • Face Detection: Yes
  • Hybrid: Yes
  • Memory Stick PRO™ Media Compatibility: Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media (Sold Separately)
  • Quick On: Power on by LCD
  • Smile Shutter: Yes
  • Still Image Mode(s): JPEG
  • BRAVIA® Sync™: Yes
  • Dynamic Range Optimizer: Yes
  • Easy Operation: Yes
  • Face Index: Yes
  • Fader Effect(s): Black, White
  • Film Roll Index: Yes
  • Multiple Language Display: Yes
  • Photo Capture from Movie: Yes
  • Scene Mode(s): Auto, Twilight, Candle, Sunrise & Sunset, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait, Spotlight, Sports, Beach, Snow
  • Slide Show Mode: Yes
  • SteadyShot® Image Stabilization: SteadyShot™ image stabilization
  • White Balance: Auto / outdoor / indoor / Onepush (Touch Panel)
  • x.v.Color™: Yes

Optics/Lens

  • 35mm Equivalent: 42 - 497mm (16:9), 52 - 608mm (4:3)
  • Aperture: F1.8-2.2
  • Digital Zoom: 120x
  • Exposure: Yes (Touch Panel)
  • Focal Distance: 30mm
  • Focus: Full range Auto / Manual (Touch Panel)
  • Lens Type: Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar®
  • Minimum Illumination: 5 lux (Auto Slow Shutter ON, 1/30 Shutter Speed )
  • Optical Zoom: 10x
  • Resolution: 4 megapixel still
  • Shutter Speed: Auto (Slow Shutter ON), 1/30 - 1/1000; Auto (Slow Shutter OFF) 1/60 - 1/1000; Scene Selection, 1/2 - 1/1000

Display

  • LCD Screen: 2.7" wide touch panel Clear Photo LCD Plus™ display (211k pixels)

Inputs and Outputs

  • Analog Audio/Video Output(s): Included (via A/V Remote Terminal)
  • Audio/Video Remote Terminal: Video / S Video / Audio / Component Out / Remote
  • Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s): Supplied (via A/V Remote jack)
  • Digital Audio/Video Output(s): HDMI
  • HDMI™ Connection Output(s): Yes (mini)
  • S-Video Output(s): Sold separately (via A/V Remote jack)
  • USB Port(s): Hi-speed (2.0 compliant)

Software

  • Operating System Compatibility: Microsoft Windows XP SP3*/ Windows Vista SP1**/ * 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. ** Starter (Edition) is not supported. Standard installation is required. Operation is not assured if the above OS has been upgraded or in a multi-boot environment
  • Supplied Software: PMB Ver.4.2.00 (Not supported by Mac OS)

Approximate Dimensions:

  • Height: 2-3/4"
  • Width: 2-3/4"
  • Depth: 5-1/8"

Approximate Weight:

  • Without Battery: 11 oz
  • With Battery: 14.5 oz
  • Shipping: 3 lbs

Warranty Information:

  • Manufacturers Warranty (authorized online retailer): 1 Year Parts, 90 Days Labor
FormatHard Disk Drive/HD
LCD Screen Size2.7"
ViewfinderNo
Total Pixel Count2360000
Effective Pixel Count1,430,000/1,080,000
Manual FocusingYes
Optical Zoom10x
Digital Zoom120x
Night ModeNo
Image StabilizationYes
White BalanceAuto, Outdoor, Indoor, One Push (via Touch Panel)
Built In Video LightNo
Mic InputNo
Max Recording Time With Battery80GB HDD: High Definition: FH = up to 580 min., HQ = up to 1180 min. SP = up to 1440 min., LP = up to 920 min. Standard Definition: HQ = up to 1180 min., SP = up to 1750 min., LP = up to 3360 min. When using 16GB Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media (sold separate
Digtial Still CameraYes
Effective Pixel Count for Still1,490,000/1,990,000
Still Image FormatsJPEG
Computer ConnectivityYes
Included Removeable MemoryNo
Weight With Battery0.91 lbs
Width2.75"
Height2.75"
Depth5.125"
Parts Warranty1 Year
Labor Warranty90 Days
  

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Sony 80GB High Definition Hard Disk Drive Handycam Silver Camcorder
 
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4.0

MINI PRODUCTION CAPABLE, WORKS FOR ME

By DarkKnight

from Yokosuka, Japan

Pros

  • connectivity to MBP while recording easy even recording HD
  • Quick and easy start up

Cons

  • but can't hold this against the camera
  • Having difficulty connecting to my VIAO and HP laptop

Best Uses

    Comments about Sony 80GB High Definition Hard Disk Drive Handycam Silver Camcorder:

    I bought one camera to do video editing. Use my mac and Imovie and had little problem. Felt comfortable enough that I went out and bought another. Now I've completed four separate video projects and please on the amateur level. Will contunue with this camera until master the art

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    5.0

    Very Good Camera !

    By Fasi Rai

    from Chicago

    About Me Casual User

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    Pros

    • Comfortable to Operate
    • Easy to Use
    • Good Image Stabilization
    • Good in Low Light
    • Great Picture Quality
    • Great Sound
    • Great Zoom
    • Large Clear LCD
    • Zoom range/performance

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • HD Shooting

      Comments about Sony 80GB High Definition Hard Disk Drive Handycam Silver Camcorder:

      This camera does the work of an expensive HD camera. Gives you 580 minutes of recording on the best HD format . It has all the bells and whistles except the GPS feature.

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      (2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Works seamlessly with Mac

      By Anonymous

      from cheney, wa

      Comments about Sony 80GB High Definition Hard Disk Drive Handycam Silver Camcorder:

      I was worried that it would be complicated to upload to mac since it comes with Windows only software. I had read reviews where people said they had to get other software to make it work and was difficult, but like all my experiences with mac - wrong, it just works. The need and difficulty to load special software and stuff once again makes PCs look silly and primitive. Plug into your mac, open iMovie, go to file and choose import. There you go, that's it on a mac! I am delighted.

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      (35 of 35 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Compatible with Mac!

      By Nelle

      from Undisclosed

      Comments about Sony 80GB High Definition Hard Disk Drive Handycam Silver Camcorder:

      Haven't used this camera much since it's so new, but the most important thing I'd like to share- since there is a lot of conflicting information out there- is that this is campatible with a Mac. I love Sony products and I love my Mac with iMovie, so I was a little concerned. But I got this home, shot a quick movie, and was able to download it immediately to iMovie with no problems. You do need to have a Mac with the Intel processor and iMovie '08 or more recent. And the picture and sound were great.

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      Sony 80GB High Definition Hard Disk Drive Handycam Silver Camcorder

      Sony 80GB High Definition Hard Disk Drive Handycam Silver Camcorder

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