Sony HDR-HC5E

Sony Handycam HDR-HC5E Camcorder - 1080i - 2.1 MP - 10 x optical zoom

Sony - HD 1080i - MPEG-2 - Memory Stick - MiniDV - 10 x optical zoom - 19.2 ounce

The HDR-HC5E is a handy size and lightweight HDV1080i High Definition Handycam with ClearVid CMOS Sensor, Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens and an HDMI connection.

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Technical specifications


General
Product TypeCamcorder - 1080i
Width3.2 in
Depth5.3 in
Height3.2 in
Weight1.2 lbs
Main Features
Camcorder Sensor Resolution2.1 Mpix
Camcorder Effective Video Resolution1.4 Mpix
Camcorder Effective Still Resolution2.0 Mpix
Camcorder Interpolated Still Resolution4.0 Mpix
Widescreen Video CaptureYes
Media TypeMini DV (HDV)
Color SupportColor
Horizontal Resolution1080 lines
Optical Sensor TypeClearVid CMOS
Optical Sensor Size1/3"
Min Illumination0 lux
Digital Zoom80 x
Recording SpeedSP, LP
Shooting ModesDigital photo mode
Shooting ProgramsSpotlight, landscape, portrait mode, twilight portrait, fireworks, twilight mode, candle, beach, snow, sunrise
Special EffectsStill, Solarization, Sepia, Mosaic, Trail, Pastel, Monotone, Old Movie, Flash Motion, Negative Art, Low Shutter Speed (LSS), Skintone, Cinematic
Digital Scene TransitionWhite fader, monotone fader, mosaic fader, black fader
Image StabilizerElectronic (Super Steady Shot)
Max Shutter Speed1/425 sec
Min Shutter Speed1/2 sec
Exposure ModesProgram, automatic
White BalanceCustom, automatic, presets
White Balance PresetsIndoor, outdoor
Digital Video FormatMPEG-2
Still Image FormatJPEG
Remote ControlRemote control - infrared
Memory / Storage
Supported Flash MemoryMemory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo
Image StorageJPEG 2304 x 1728 JPEG 2304 x 1296 JPEG 640 x 480
Camera Flash
Camera FlashBuilt-in flash
Effective Flash Range1 ft - 8 ft
Lens System
TypeZoom lens - 5.1 mm - 51 mm - f/1.8-2.9
Focal Length5.1 mm - 51 mm
Focus AdjustmentAutomatic, manual
Auto FocusTTL contrast detection
Lens ApertureF/1.8-2.9
Optical Zoom10 x
Zoom AdjustmentMotorized drive
Filter Size37 mm
Lens ManufacturerCarl Zeiss
Additional Features
DV inputYes
Low Lux / Night ModeYes
Digital Still Camera FunctionYes
Additional FeaturesDirect print, USB 2.0 compatibility, touch-screen control, built-in speaker, demonstration mode, backlight compensation, date/time stamp, display brightness control, PictBridge support, accessories hot shoe
Viewfinder
Viewfinder TypeLCD
Viewfinder Color SupportColor
Viewfinder Resolution123,200 pixels
Image Aspect Ratio (camcorders)16:9
Display
TypeLCD display - 2.7" - color
Display Form FactorRotating
Display Format211,200 pixels
Microphone
TypeMicrophone - built-in
Microphone Operation ModeStereo
Connections
Connector TypeIEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK) USB Component video output HDMI Composite video/audio output Control-L (LANC)
Expansion Slot(s)1 x Memory Stick PRO Duo
Software
SoftwareDrivers & Utilities, Sony Picture Motion Browser
Miscellaneous
Cables IncludedUSB cable A/V cable IEEE 1394 cable Component video cable
Power
Power DevicePower adapter - external
Battery
Supported BatterySony NP-FH60
Supported Battery Details1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( included )
Universal Product Identifiers
BrandSony
Part NumbersHDR-HC5E, HDRHC5E.CEH
GTIN00027242701472, 04905524365610


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