Full HD Camcorder with 8GB Flash Memory

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Model number: HDRCX210R
Model number: HDRCX210L
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Featuring: Carl Zeiss Lens with 25x Optical Zoom, SteadyShot with Active Mode, Exmor R CMOS sensor, 2.7" Clear Photo LCD, iAuto, Built-in USB

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Have fun with the HDR-CX210 Handycam® camcorder capable of beautiful 1920 x 1080 Full HD 60i recording. Relive magical moments via HDMI™ on compatible HDTV4 with stunning clarity and incredibly detailed, super smooth playback. 8GB of built-in Flash memory allows you to store your creations internally, or use the dedicated slot to insert a compatible SD card or Memory Stick® for added space1. Get closer to your subject with the 25x optical / 30x extended digital zoom lens while advanced Face Detection automatically reduces background noise and improves the clarity of recorded voices. Experience stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain with the back-illuminated Exmor® R CMOS sensor. View everything with brilliant clarity on the 2.7" Clear Photo LCD™ touch screen and compose shots easier than ever – even outdoors – using the touch screen to make adjustments to settings on the fly. Transfer files and charge your camcorder faster than ever via the high-speed, built-in USB 2.0 cable; every two minutes of charge time equals one minute of recording time.

Back-illuminated Exmor® R CMOS sensor for superb low-light video

Experience stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain with Sony’s back-illuminated Exmor® R CMOS sensor. Designed for compact cameras and camcorders, the Exmor® R CMOS sensor relocates the photo diodes above the support circuitry, maximizing the light gathering area per pixel so you can shoot with better results in lower lighting conditions.

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.

Intelligent Auto (60 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 nine distinct scene modes (60 different combinations possible): Portrait/Baby/Tripod/Backlight/Landscape /Spotlight/Twilight/Macro/Low light.

Event Browse groups photos/videos for you for easy reference

Event Browse conveniently groups your images and videos together for easier viewing. The date range that Event Browse groups your pictures and videos is easily adjusted to suit your needs. When used with the Highlight Playback feature, making and sharing a highlight reel from your event is easy and fun.

Direct Copy to external HDD without PC13

Store your memories in a whole new way with the ability to copy videos from your camcorder directly to an external hard disk drive13 (sold separately), all without a computer. Your camcorder can also access videos stored on the external hard drive for playback on your HDTV4, allowing you to utilize the camcorder’s handy playback features.

1920x1080 Full HD Recording w/5.3MP still image capture

The Sony® HDR-CX210 offers 1920 x 1080 high definition resolution letting you record your memories in exceptional Full High Definition quality. Capable of 60i recording and playback via HDMI™ and compatible HDTV4 providing stunning clarity and incredibly detailed and smoother playback of your memories.

SteadyShot® image stabilization w/ Active Mode

SteadyShot® image stabilization with Active Mode compensates for greater degrees of camera shake to deliver stunningly smooth video from wide angle to full telephoto shooting. In addition, innovative 3-Way Shake-Canceling adds electronic roll stability for even smoother video capture

2.7” touch-screen Clear Photo LCD ™ display (230K)

The 2.7” Clear Photo LCD™ touch-screen displays sharp, bright, vivid images, letting you compose a shot more easily -- even outdoors, while enabling you to change settings to best represent the scene.

Tracking Focus follows selected subjects in/out of the frame

Tracking Focus works as an extension of Face Detection to allow you to select an object with a touch of the LCD and have the focus follow the selected object, even if it leaves the frame and returns.

Highlight Playback creates movies with transitions for you

Why spend hours editing your movies when you can let your camcorder do it for you? Highlight Playback identifies and compiles key scenes into a short, entertaining movie complete with music and transitions. You can even pinpoint the exact scene you want to include in the highlight reel.

8GB embedded Flash Memory for up to 3 hours of recording1

The built-in 8GB1 embedded Flash memory can record and store up to 3 hours of high definition video footage (HD LP mode). 

30x Extended Zoom to get even closer to the action

Extended Zoom works in conjunction with 25x optical zoom to get even closer to the action while maintaining HD image quality.

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 for charging or file transfer 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. Charging your camcorder is faster than ever now through the USB; for every two minutes of charge time you get one minute of recording time.

Highlight Playback creates movies with transitions for you

Why spend hours editing your movies when you can let your camcorder do it for you? Highlight Playback identifies and compiles key scenes into a short, entertaining movie complete with music and transitions. You can even pinpoint the exact scene you want to include in the highlight reel.

Wind noise reduction for clear voice recording

Wind Reduction reduces noise and interference that is produced when wind passes over the microphone, giving you a clearer and more enjoyable sound experience.

Product Specifications

Basic Specifications

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) : Approx.2 1/8inch x 2 1/4inch x 4 7/8inch (Approx.52.5mm x 55mm x 122.5mm))
  • Weight (Approx.) : Approx. 7.65oz (NP-FV30 (supplied battery)); Approx. 7.97oz (NP-FV50); Approx. 9.55oz (NP-FV70); Approx. 13.05oz (NP-FV100)

Recording

  • Media Type : Memory Stick PRO Duo ™ (Mark 2); Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo ™; SD/ SDHC/ SDXC Memory Card (Class 4 or Higher)
  • Still Image Mode : JPEG
  • Still Image Max Effective Resolution : 5.3 megapixels
  • Still Image Size 16:9 : Movie mode:5.3 megapixels 16:9 (3072x1728); Photo mode: :5.3 megapixels 16:9 (3072x1728)
  • Still Image Size 4:3 : Movie mode: 4.0 megapixels 4:3 (2304x1728); Photo mode: 4.0 megapixels 4:3 (2304x1728)
  • Video Format : HD: MPEG4-AVC/H.264 AVCHD 2.0 format compatible (1080/60i:original format); STD: MPEG2-PS
  • Video Mode : HD FX:Approx.24Mbps/FH:Approx.17Mbps/HQ:Approx.9Mbps/LP:Approx.5Mbps
  • Video Resolution : HD:1920x1080/,60i(FX,FH), 1440x1080/60i(HQ,LP); STD: 720x480/60i
  • Video Actual (Pixel) : Approx.1310K pixels(16:9), Approx.980K pixels(4:3)
  • Video Signal : NTSC color, EIA standards
  • Photo Capture from Movie : 2.1 megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080); 0.3 megapixels 4:3 (640x480); 0.2 megapixels pixels 16:9 (640x360)
  • Dual Record : 5.3 megapixels 16:9 (3072 x 1728); 1.3 megapixels 16:9 (1536 x 864)
  • Audio Format : Dolby® Digital 2ch Stereo, Dolby® Digital Stereo Creator
  • Microphone/Speaker : Built-in Zoom Microphone; Monoral Speaker
  • Internal Media : Flash Memory 8GB
  • Mic Level Control : Yes (2steps)
  • Still Image File Format : DCF Ver. 2.0 compatible, Exif Ver. 2.3 compatible, MPF Baseline compatible
  • Wind Position : Yes(Off/On)

Focus Control

  • Focus System : Contrast AF
  • AF Modes : Auto / Manual (Touch Panel)
  • Focus Area : Full range Focus / Spot Focus
  • Focus Features : Tracking Focus

Convenience Features

  • Quick On : Yes (Power On by LCD)
  • Manual / Auto Lens Cover : Manual
  • S/S & Zoom button on LCD : Yes (Touch Panel)
  • Fader Effect(s) : White / Black
  • Date / Time Stamp : Yes (Rec Date and Time, Camera info)
  • Erase/Protect : Yes / Yes
  • Media/Battery Indicator : Yes (recordable time, free and used media space) / Yes (recordable time, remaining capacity)
  • Still Image Playback Options : Slide Show
  • Video Playback Options : Highlight Playback (HD Movie Only); Highlight Playback Save and Share (Translate into STD quality); Highlight Scenario (Save/Playback/Erase); Highlight BGM (Preinstalled 4 music files, Music transfer)
  • Built-in USB Cable : Yes (USB Charge Available)
  • Multiple Language Display : English; Simplified English; Brazilian Portugese; Canadian French; Latin American Spanish
  • One Touch Disc Burn : Yes (Menu)
  • View & Index : Event

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) : Approx.2 1/8inch x 2 1/4inch x 4 1/2inch (Approx. 51mm x 56mm x 114mm)
  • Weight (Approx.) : Approx. 6.2oz (175g)

Service and Warranty Information

  • Limited Warranty Term : Limited Warranty --- 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor

Camera

  • Camera Type : Digital HD Video Camera Recorder

Optics/Lens

  • Lens Type : Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar® Lens
  • Lens Stabilization : SteadyShot® image stabilization w/ Active Mode (wide to tele)
  • Aperture : F1.8-3.2
  • Optical Zoom : 25x
  • Digital Zoom : 300x
  • Focal Length (35mm equivalent) : Movie Mode: 36mm - 1080mm (16:9),44mm-1320mm (4:3); Photo Mode: 36mm - 900mm (16:9), 44mm-1100mm (4:3)
  • Minimum Focus Distance : Approx. 1cm (Wide), Approx. 80cm (Tele), Approx. 39cm (Tele Macro)
  • Extended Zoom : 30x
  • Focal Distance : f = 2.5mm - 62.5mm; f =1/8inch - 2 1/2inch
  • Steady Shot Mode:Active : 43.2mm - 1080mm

Exposure System

  • Metering Modes : Multi-segment / Spot
  • Exposure Settings : Auto; Flexible Spot (Touch Panel)
  • Scene Mode(s) : Auto/Night Scene/Sunrise & Sunset/Fireworks/Landscape/Portrait/Spotlight/Beach/Snow
  • D-Range Optimizer : Yes
  • Noise Reduction : Yes
  • White Balance Mode : Auto / Onepush / Outdoor / Indoor
  • Minimum Illumination : Standard: 11 lux (1/60 Shutter Speed); Low Lux: 3 lux (1/30 Shutter Speed)
  • Auto Iris Control : F1.8 - F10
  • Backlight Compensation : Yes (Auto)
  • Gain Control : Auto
  • LOW LUX Mode : Yes

Advanced Features

  • Tracking Focus : Yes
  • Face Detection : Yes
  • Image Stabilization : SteadyShot® image stabilization w/ Active mode (Wide to Tele)
  • Intelligent Auto : Portrait/Baby/Tripod/Backlight/Landscape/Spotlight/Twilight/Macro/Low light
  • Priority Setting (for Face Detection) : Auto / Child Priority / Adult Priority
  • Smile Shutter™ technology : Dual Capture / Always On / Off
  • x.v.Color™ : Yes

Power

  • Power Consumption (in Operation) : HD: 2.1W; STD: 1.9W
  • Power Requirements : 6.8V/7.2 (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)
  • Battery Type : InfoLITHIUM® with AccuPower™ Meter System (NP-FV30)
  • Power Consumption (in View Finder Operation) : HD:3.0W; STD:2.8W

Imaging Sensor

  • Imaging Sensor : 1/5.8" (3.1mm) Back-illuminated Exmor® R CMOS Sensor
  • Processor : BIONZ™ Image processor
  • Pixel Gross : Approx.1500K pixels
  • Effective Picture Resolution : Approx.1310K pixels(16:9)
  • Color Filter System : RGB primary color filters

LCD Display

  • LCD Type : 2.7" Clear Photo LCD(TM) display (230K) Wide(16:9)
  • Angle Adjustment : Opening Angle: max. 90 deg., Turning Angle: max. 270 deg.
  • Brightness Control : Yes (Menu)
  • Coverage : 1
  • Grid Display : Guide Frame
  • Touch Panel : Yes

Drive System

  • Drive Mode : Photo Mode: Single-shot / Self-timer
  • Self-timer : 10sec.(Still Image)
  • Shutter Speeds : Self-timer: Approx. 10sec. (Still Image); Shutter Speed (Standard): 1/60 - 1/10000; Shutter Speed Auto Control Range: 1/8 - 1/10000; Scene Selection: 1/8 - 1/10000; LOW LUX: 1/30 - 1/10000

Interface

  • Memory Card Slot : Memory Stick PRO Duo™ and SD/ SDHC/ SDXC media compatible
  • SD Output : Composite Video Out(A/V connecting cable(supplied))
  • HD Output : HDMI Out (mini) (supplied)
  • USB Port(s) : TypeA, mini-AB/USB2.0 Hi-speed (mass-storage/MTP)
  • BRAVIA® Sync™ : Yes
  • PhotoTV HD : Yes
  • Remote Jack : Integrated into A/V Remote terminal
  • A/V Remote Terminal : Video / Audio / Remote
  • DC IN : Yes
  • HDMI Terminal : Yes (mini)

Software

  • Supplied Software : PC: PlayMemories Home Lite (built-in; for PC only); PlayMemories Home (by download); Music Transfer(by download); MAC:Music Transfer(by download); PlayMemories Online Uploader(by download)
  • Operating System Compatibility : Windows XP SP3 * /Windows Vista SP2 ** /Windows7 * 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. The Windows Image Mastering API (IMAPI) Ver. 2.0 or later is required to use the function for creating discs. ** Starter (Edition) are not supported. Standard installation is required. Operation is not assured if the above OS has been upgraded or in a multi-boot environment.

In the Box

  • Power Cord (1)
  • USB Connection Support Cable (1)
  • Rechargeable Battery Pack (NP-FV30) (1)
  • A/V Connecting Cable (1)
  • operating guide (1)
  • AC adaptor (1)
  • HDMI(mini) Cable (1)

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4 of 5 (80%) customers would recommend this product to a friend

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Reviewer: Naturegirl (Ajax, ON)

Date 8-Mar-2013

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LOVE THIS CAMCORDER!

Pros: Easy to use!

We bought this camcorder after discovering that my old recorder was not capatable with my laptop. I wanted something to capture every moment of our new baby. After reading some of the reviews, I was not too sure it we made the right decision, but having used this camcorder we found that it takes really great video. Highly recommend this product.

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Reviewer: Oldman69 (Texas)

Date 7-Jan-2013

I've had this product forless than a month

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Awesome Camcorder!

Pros: Works great at low light situations and takes great video and still pictures.

Cons: Did not come with a case to protect the handy cam.

I did not purchase from this site but wished I had because I paid $100.00 more. The Handycam has a lot of useful features that really impress me and more then that the ease of use is a big plus. The camera is smaller then it looked on the web but don't let the size full you because it does a awesome job on video's and pictures..You can't go wrong buy one :)

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Reviewer: nomoretoothpaste (Denver, CO)

Date 8-Jul-2012

I've had this product forless than a month

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Pros: Good clarity

Cons: formats

I thought I would be able to make movies on my Windows XP computer but the formatting has been difficult and has taken me many hours to determine what to do. At this point I finally can create discs but cannot edit on the computer. I have had to downloan other programs just to create discs.

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Reviewer: Vickey999 (Karachi, Pakistan)

Date 13-Jun-2012

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keep your memories live

I found CX210 a very user friendly product and it gives a professional touch to your video shoot though we are not professional. picture quailty is very good and specially the night shoot with its Exmor R CMOS sensor.

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Reviewer: neophyte333 (south carolina)

Date 18-Sep-2012

I've had this product for1-3 months

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screen broke

Pros: great pictures

Cons: screen fractured during normal use after 45 days

IT was great until I touched the screen to take a picture and it had a great hoels in it surrounded by what looked like cracked glass. This was all on the inside as the screen itself was intact and so was the lens. There should be a great warning about this although I was not using in a different way than i had since I purchased it. It is now in the Laredo repair center for a week. I wonder how long it will take to get back to me ? Still the pictures are great and they work on my computer once I fingured out what soft ware to use. IF you erase the pictures from the camera memory, it may be ver hard to move the pictures from one computer to another....

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  1. 1GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of which is used for data management functions
  2. For PC: Requires Microsoft® Windows® XP SP3/ Windows Vista® SP2/Windows 7. For Mac: Requires Mac OSX (v10.5-10.7)
  3. Requires via VMC-UAM1 cable (sold separately), AC power for camcorder, and hard drive formatted in FAT-32. USB-hub not supported. External HHD/USB media should be less than 2TB(Terabytes).

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