Sony Handycam Camcorder | Full HD 16GB Flash Memory Camcorder | HDR-CX260V/T

Full HD 16GB Flash Memory Camcorder

Model number: HDR-CX260V/T

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

Model Highlights: 1920 x 1080 Full HD 60p video recording, 8.9MP still images, up to 5 hours of recording, 30x optical / 55x extended zoom, Exmor R CMOS sensor, Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization

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Steady at the ready.

Fall in love with the stunningly beautiful 1920x1080p Full HD videos you create and capture ultra-steady footage that rocks without the roll associated with camera shake thanks to Optical SteadyShot^™ image stabilization with Active Mode. Back-illuminated Exmor^® R CMOS sensor provides excellent low light capabilities while a wide angle G lens lets you fit even more in every shot.

Defined High Def

Not all high definition is created equal. Get it in decidedly gorgeous, truly Full 1920x1080/60p HD for exceptional high definition quality. Enjoying your creations on the big screen is as easy as connecting to a compatible HDTV via HDMI^™ cable⁴.
Store More Memories

Store up to 4 hours of high definition footage (1920x1080 HD) with 16GB internal Flash memory¹. Create a mobile treasure trove of magical moments to accompany you wherever you take your Handycam^® camcorder.
Capture Video on the Run

Optical 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. Innovative 3-way shake-canceling adds electronic roll stability for even smoother video capture – perfect for shooting while walking, riding in a car or any other time you find yourself on the move.
55x Extended Zoom

Extended digital zoom works in conjunction with 30x optical zoom to get you closer to the action, maintaining HD image quality as you pan in for an extreme close-up.
Better Shots in Low Light

Experience stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain with a back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor. Engineered specifically for compact cameras and camcorders, the Exmor R CMOS sensor is designed to let you shoot video in lower lighting conditions with better results.
Put Things in Perspective

Experience the pinnacle of Sony lens technology. The professional quality G lens literally widens your perspective so you can capture more of what you care about in every shot. Engineered for truly extraordinary optical performance, expect brilliant, accurate color reproduction and sharp, amazingly detailed images. Broaden your horizons in Photo and Video modes with 29.8mm focal length for enhanced wide angle shooting.

All screen images simulated.

Create stunningly beautiful 1920x1080p Full HD video with the Sony Handycam® HDR-CX260V camcorder. Take the shake out of your movies with Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization with Active Mode. Back-illuminated Exmor® CMOS sensor provides excellent low light capabilities while the wide angle G lens lets you get more in your shot. A 30x optical / 55x extended zoom lets you get even closer to the action. Plus the wide angle G lens to capture everything you want.

1920x1080 Full HD 60p Recording w/8.9MP still image capture

The Sony^® HDR-CX260V offers 1920 x 1080 high definition resolution letting you record your memories in exceptional Full High Definition quality. Capable of 60p recording and playback via HDMI™ and compatible HDTV4 providing stunning clarity and incredibly detailed and smoother playback of your memories.

55x Extended Zoom to get even closer to the action

Extended Zoom works in conjunction with 30x optical zoom to get even closer to the action while maintaining HD image quality.

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

The 3.0” Clear Photo LCD Plus™ 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

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.

Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization w/ Active Mode

Optical 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.

Wide Angle G lens to capture more of what you want

Experience the pinnacle of Sony^® lens technology with the professional-quality G Lens. Engineered for superior optical performance, Sony G lenses deliver brilliant, accurate color reproduction and sharp, amazingly detailed images. In addition, the 29.8mm focal length in Photo and Video Modes offers a broader perspective for enhanced wide angle shooting.

Intelligent Auto (180 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 ten distinct scene modes and wind noise reduction. There are 180 different combinations possible: Landscape, Backlight, Twilight, Spotlight, Low light, Macro, Portait, Baby, Walk, Tripod, Wind Noise Reduction. Thie camcorder utilizes an advanced sound processor and sophisticated noise reduction algorithms to reduce wind noise by up to 10db compared to other models. In addition to reducing low frequency noise, iAuto also suppresses mid- and upper-frequency noise, resulting in clearer, more enjoyable sound.

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.

Geotagging with built-in GPS receiver & NAVTEQ^® maps⁷

A built-in GPS receiver⁷ makes the HDR-CX260V an ideal choice for travelers. The receiver gives you the ability to view your current location on the LCD map display, as well as "tag" your shooting locations. Tagged videos and still images can be reviewed and played back using the Map Index function on the camcorder or once downloaded to your PC using the supplied PlayMemories Home software⁹. Additionally, the receiver automatically adjusts your camcorder's clock to the proper time zone.

16GB embedded Flash Memory for up to 4 hours of recording¹

The built-in 16GB¹ embedded Flash memory can record and store up to 4 hours of high definition video footage (HD LP mode).

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.

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.

Expanded recording/monitoring with mic/headphone jack

Features dedicated mic and headphone inputs for expanded audio recording options and convenient monitoring of audio with headphones (external microphones and headphones sold separately).

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.

Golf Shot

Building on the slow-motion capture capabilities of Smooth Slow Record, Golf Shot captures a few seconds of motion as a sequence of up to 22 still images, which can be viewed/printed individually or as a composite “sequence shot” image, perfect for analyzing the nuances of a golf swing, tennis serve, and other fast action.

Product Specifications

Recording

Media Type : Internal Flash Memory; 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 : 8.9 megapixels
Still Image Size 16:9 : Movie mode: 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240); Photo mode: 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240)
Still Image Size 4:3 : Movie mode: 6.7 megapixels 4:3 (2992x2240); Photo mode: 6.7 megapixels 4:3 (2992x2240)
Video Format : HD: MPEG4-AVC/H.264 AVCHD 2.0 format compatible (1080/60p:original format); STD: MPEG2-PS
Video Mode : HD PS: Approx. 28Mbps / FX: Approx. 24Mbps / FH: Approx. 17Mbps / HQ: Approx. 9Mbps / LP: Approx. 5Mbps; STD HQ: 9Mbps
Video Resolution : HD:1920x1080/60p(PS),60i(FX,FH), 1440x1080/60i(HQ,LP); STD: 720x480/60i
Video Actual (Pixel) : Approx.2,230K pixels(16:9), Approx.1,670K pixels(4:3)
Video Signal : NTSC color, EIA standards
Recording and Playback Times (in Internal Media)(2ch) : HD PS: Approx. 1h0m (Approx. 1h0m); HD FX: Approx. 1h15m (Approx. 1h15m); HD FH: Approx. 1h40m (Approx. 1h40m); HD HQ: Approx. 3h0m (Approx. 2h15m); HD LP: Approx. 5h15m (Approx. 4h20m); STD HQ: Approx. 3h10m (Approx. 2h55m)
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 : 8.9 megapixels 16:9(3984x2240); 4.5 megapixels 16:9(2816x1584); 2.1 megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080)
Audio Format : Dolby^® Digital 2ch Stereo, Dolby^® Digital Stereo Creator
Microphone/Speaker : Built-in Zoom Microphone; Monoral Speaker
Internal Media : Flash Memory 16GB
Mic Level Control : Yes (2steps)
Still Image File Format : DCF Ver. 2.0 compatible, Exif Ver. 2.3 compatible, MPF Baseline compatible
Wind Noise Reduction : Yes (Off /On)

Focus Control

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

Convenience Features

Quick On : Yes (Power On by LCD)
Manual / Auto Lens Cover : Auto
S/S & Zoom button on LCD : Yes (Touch Panel)
Red-Eye Reduction : Yes (On / Off)
Fader Effect(s) : White / Black
Date / Time Stamp : Yes (Rec Date and Time, Camera info, Coordinates)
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 / MAP

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. 7.23oz (205g)

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 : G™ Lens
Lens Stabilization : Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization w/ Active mode (Wide to Tele)
Aperture : F1.8-3.4
Optical Zoom : 30x
Digital Zoom : 350x
Focal Length (35mm equivalent) : Movie Mode: 29.8mm - 894mm (16:9), 36.5mm-1095mm (4:3); Photo Mode: 29.8mm - 894mm (16:9), 36.5mm-1095mm (4:3)
Minimum Focus Distance : Approx. 1cm (Wide), Approx. 80cm (Tele), Approx. 44cm (Tele Macro)
Extended Zoom : 55x
Focal Distance : f = 2.1mm - 63.0mm; f =3/32inch - 2 1/2inch
Steady Shot Mode:Active : 33.1-1820mm

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: 6 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
Embedded GPS : Yes (Current Position Display (Your Location))
Face Detection : Yes
Golf Shot : Yes
Image Stabilization : Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization w/ Active mode (Wide to Tele)
Intelligent Auto : Portrait/Baby/Walk/Tripod/Backlight/Landscape/Spotlight/Twilight/Macro/Low light/Auto wind noise reduction
Priority Setting (for Face Detection) : Auto / Child Priority / Adult Priority
Smile Shutter™ technology : Dual Capture / Always On / Off
Smooth Slow Rec : Yes
x.v.Color™ : Yes

Power

Power Consumption (in Operation) : HD: 2.6W; STD: 2.4W
Power Requirements : 6.8V/7.2 (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)
Battery Type : InfoLITHIUM^® with AccuPower™ Meter System (NP-FV50)
Power Consumption (in View Finder Operation) : HD: 3.0W; STD: 2.8W
Power Consumption (in View Finder Operation) : HD:3.0W; STD:2.8W

Imaging Sensor

Imaging Sensor : 1/3.91" (4.6mm) Back-illuminated Exmor R^® CMOS Sensor
Processor : BIONZ™ Image processor
Pixel Gross : Approx. 5430K pixels
Effective Picture Resolution : Approx. 2230K pixels (16:9)
Color Filter System : ClearVid™ array

LCD Display

LCD Type : 3.0" Clear Photo LCD 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/Golf Shot)
Shutter Speeds : Self-timer: Approx. 10sec. (Still Image/ Golf Shot); Shutter Speed (Standard): 1/60 - 1/10000; Shutter Speed Auto Control Range: 1/8 - 1/10000; Shutter Speed (Smooth Slow Rec): 1/250 - 1/10000 (Standard); 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
Microphone Input : Stereo Minijack
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-FV50) (1)
A/V Connecting Cable (1)
operating guide (1)

AC adaptor (AC-L200) (1)
HDMI(mini) Cable (1)

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HDR-CX260V/T 4.5 5 2 2

Hot Camera Easy to use, image quality is outstanding in both video and still mode. Frame capture from a video offers exceptional image quality. The anti shake software built into the camcorder virtually gets rid of the need for a tripod. The sound quality is also very good even in noisy areas. The software that came with the camcorder is very user friendly. My only concern is high definition, the large files can be difficult to upload to an application and share. The camera is also a little pricey but I am excited with the picture quality. June 16, 2012

Solid. Haven't had this camera for too long but from what I've seen it is good for most purposes. The smooth slow record is really handy for action sports, and for once the HDMI cable were included! The biggest downside is the lack of filter threads for attaching lenses, which is available on the model up. There's also some slight graininess in low light situations, but that is to be expected from a consumer grade product. May 7, 2012

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VIEW FOOTNOTES

1. 1GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of which is used for data management functions

4. Requires HDTV and HDMI cable sold sep.

7. Map service requires PC with internet. Service provided by Google and subject to change without notice

9. For PC: Requires Microsoft® Windows® XP SP3/ Windows Vista® SP2/Windows 7. For Mac: Requires Mac OSX (v10.5-10.7)

13. 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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