Sony HDR-XR520V

Sony Handycam HDR-XR520V Camcorder - 1080i - 6.631 MP - 12 x optical zoom

Hard disk drive, Flash card, F/1.8-3.4

Shoot like a pro and record your memories directly to hard disk drive with the HDR-XR520V Handycam camcorder. This impressive camcorder is capable of recording up to 96 hours of high definition (HD) video in HD LP mode. Equipped with an advanced 1/2.88" Exmor R CMOS sensor, you can capture stunning 1920 x 1080 HD video and 12.1-megapixel still images. Additionally, a built-in GPS receiver helps you keep track of your current location and even remembers where you shot your videos while the p...

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Technical specifications


General
Product TypeCamcorder - 1080i
Width2.8 in
Depth5.4 in
Height3 in
Weight18 oz
Main Features
Camcorder Sensor Resolution6.631 Mpix
Camcorder Effective Video Resolution4.15 Mpix
Camcorder Effective Still Resolution6.0 Mpix
Camcorder Interpolated Still Resolution12.0 Mpix
Widescreen Video CaptureYes
Media TypeHard disk drive, flash card
Color SupportColor
Optical Sensor TypeExmor R CMOS
Optical Sensor Size1/2.88"
Min Illumination3 lux
Digital Zoom150 x
Shooting ModesDigital photo mode
Shooting ProgramsSpotlight, landscape, portrait mode, fireworks, twilight mode, sunset, beach, snow, sunrise
Digital Scene TransitionWhite fader, black fader
Image StabilizerOptical (Steady Shot)
Max Shutter Speed1/800 sec
Min Shutter Speed1/8 sec
Exposure ModesProgram, automatic
Face DetectionYes
Digital Video FormatMPEG-2, AVCHD
Still Image FormatJPEG
Remote ControlRemote control - infrared
Memory / Storage
Hard DriveHard disk drive - built-in - 240 GB
Camera Flash
Camera FlashBuilt-in flash
Lens System
TypeZoom lens - 5.5 mm - 66 mm - f/1.8-3.4
Focal Length5.5 mm - 66 mm
Focus AdjustmentAutomatic, manual
Lens ApertureF/1.8-3.4
Optical Zoom12 x
Zoom AdjustmentMotorized drive
Filter Size37 mm
FeaturesBuilt-in lens shield
Additional Features
Low Lux / Night ModeYes
Digital Still Camera FunctionYes
Search ModesIndex search, face index search
Additional FeaturesUSB 2.0 compatibility, touch-screen control, Dolby Digital 5.1 channel recording, takes photos while movie recording, Dynamic Range Optimizer, face detection, Smile Detection technology, built-in GPS
Viewfinder
Viewfinder TypeElectronic
Viewfinder Color SupportColor
Viewfinder Diagonal Size0.27"
Viewfinder Resolution124,000 pixels
Display
TypeLCD display - TFT active matrix - 3.2" - color
Display Form FactorRotating
Display Format921,000 pixels
Microphone
TypeMicrophone - built-in
Microphone Operation ModeSurround
Microphone FeaturesZoom
Connections
Connector Type1 x composite video/audio output 1 x USB 1 x component video output 1 x HDMI output 1 x S-Video output 1 x remote control 1 x headphones 1 x microphone
Expansion Slot(s)1 x Memory Stick PRO Duo
Software
SoftwareDrivers & Utilities, Sony Picture Motion Browser
System Requirements for PC Connection
Operating System SupportMS Windows XP, MS Windows 2000, MS Windows Vista
Peripheral DevicesUSB port, CD-ROM drive
Miscellaneous
Cables IncludedA/V cable Component video cable USB cable
Power
Power DevicePower adapter - external
Battery
Supported BatterySony NP-FH60
Supported Battery Details1 x Sony NP-FH60 Li-ion rechargeable battery ( included )
Universal Product Identifiers
BrandSony
Part NumbersHDRXR520V, HDRXR520V-CS
GTIN00689466115154, 00102646110102, 00027242763081, 00027242763098


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