Sony HDR-CX12

HDR-CX12 10.2 Mpx, 12x, 6.858 cm (2.7 ") LCD, Full HD, USB, HDMI, 450g, black

Manufacturer
Sony
SKU
HDRCX12E
02-04-2011
1920x1080 Recording
Record stunning, incredibly detailed video footage in the clarity of 1920 x 1080 Full High Definition resolution.

10.2 megapixel still image capture
Carry only one compact camera for both video and still. Capture up to 10.2 megapixel still image for high resolution digital photos.

Smile Shutter technology
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 Smile Shutter sensitivity and choose child, adult, or auto priority.

BIONZ Image Processor
The advanced Sony BIONZ Image Processor uses hardware-based Large Scale Integrated (LSI) circuitry that improves camera response time, screens out noise before RAW data conversion, handles Dynamic Range Optimization processing, and prolongs battery life.

Dual Record
While recording video in High Definition you have the ability to capture still images directly to Memory Stick PRO Duo media (4GB4 included).

Built-in Intelligent Flash
For added clarity and detail when taking pictures in low-light situations, the built-in flash improves pictures and reduces shadows.

Easy Handycam Button
Using a camcorder can be intimidating for some people. With a press of the Easy Handycam Button, most of the advanced features of the camcorder are "locked out," letting you focus only the buttons essential for recording.

Battery Information
At the touch of a button, battery information is displayed on the LCD screen when charging and when the camcorder is turned off. When using the LCD screen or viewfinder, the display will show how much the battery is charged -- in 10% increments -- and the recordable time left.

One Touch Disc Burn
Easily burn a DVD copy of your footage using the supplied software. Simply connect the camcorder to your PC via a USB cable and press the One Touch Disc Burn Button.

Progressive Shutter System
A mechanical shutter system that provides progressive scan performance while utilizing an interlaced scanning system. Digital still images will be sharp and clear with excellent definition.

Smooth Slow Record
By increasing the record rate from 60 frames per second (fps) to 240 fps, you can capture 3 seconds of fast motion and play the video back in 12 seconds. The Smooth Slow Record mode 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.

On Screen Zoom and Record Buttons
For additional control of the camcorder, Zoom and Record buttons are features on the frame of the LCD screen. This allows for more flexibility when holding the camcorder, especially in overhead or low angle shots.

Super NightShot Infrared System
With the Super NightShot Infrared System, you can capture video in total darkness (0 lux) up to 10 feet away.

Storage

Camcorder media type 
Memory card

Video

Full HD 
Y
Maximum video resolution 
1920 x 1080 pixels

Technical details

Colour of product 
Black
Weight 
450g
Aperture range (F-F) 
1.8 - 3.1
Focal length range (f-f) 
4.9 - 58.8 mm
Analog signal format system 
NTSC
Camera shutter speed 
1/30 - 1/250s
Compatible memory cards 
MS PRO Duo
Display 
LCD
Face detection
Y
Optical sensor size 
1/0.118 mm (1/3")
Optical zoom 
12x
Sensor type 
CMOS
White balance 
Auto
Total megapixels 
10.2 MP

Ports & interfaces

HDMI 
Y
S-Video out 
Y
Built-in microphone 
Y

Power

Battery type 
NP-FH60

Performance

Auto focus 
Y
Manual focus
Y

Display

Display resolution (numeric) 
211000 pixels

Technical details

Display diagonal 
6.86 cm (2.7")

Lens system

Image stabilizer type
optical
Focus adjustment
Auto/Manual
Digital zoom 
150x
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)
40 - 480 mm
Image stabilizer 
Y

Camera

On Screen Display (OSD)
Y

Flash

Built-in flash 
Y

Packaging content

Battery technology 
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)

Picture quality

Image formats supported 
JPG

Weight & dimensions

Filter size 
3.7 cm
Width 
8.3 cm
Depth 
13.8 cm
Height 
7.6 cm

Other features

Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) out 
1
Video out
1
USB 2.0 ports quantity 
1
Audio output 
1
Night mode
Y
Pastel
Y
Spotlight
Y
Twilight
Y