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Waterproof Full HD Camcorder

Model number:

HDR-GW77V/W

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Model Highlights: Waterproof, shockproof, dustproof, Full HD 60p recording, 20.4MP still image capture, 3.0" touchscreen, 17x Extended Zoom, 16GB flash memory (up to 4 hrs. recording in HD LP mode), Exmor® R CMOS sensor

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Ready for adventure.

Walk away from the action with more than bragging rights. The HDR-GW77V Handycam® camcorder goes where others can't to capture Full HD video and 20.4MP photos as the fun unfolds. Waterproof to a depth of 16ft, shockproof from falls of up to 5ft and practically immune to dirt, dust and snow, you can take it anywhere worry-free1. Composing shots is easy on the 3.0" touchscreen LCD—it even works under water. Whether you're an adrenalin junkie, weekend warrior or only mildly adventurous, this camcorder was built to keep up.

  • Waterproof, Shockproof, Dustproof

    Go big. Waterproof to a depth of 16ft, shockproof from falls of up to 5ft and sealed off from dirt, dust and snow, this tough little camcorder goes anywhere worry-free to capture Full HD 60p video and high-quality 20.4MP photos of all your adventures1. Enjoy easy operation with a 3.0" touchscreen that's fully functional under water.

  • Zoom In On the Action

    Can't move any closer to capture the shot? No problem. The 17x Extended Zoom works in conjunction with 10x optical zoom to bring distant details into the frame while maintaining crisp HD image quality.

  • Store More Memories

    Record and store up to 4 hours of HD video footage (HD LP mode) with the embedded 16GB flash memory4. With built-in memory, you won't have to worry about hunting down media cards as magical moments pass you by.

  • Shoot in Low Light

    Capture crisp, clear footage with reduced noise in a variety of lighting conditions. Sony's back-illuminated Exmor® R CMOS sensor delivers stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain. Specially designed for compact cameras and camcorders, the sensor maximizes the light gathering area of each pixel so you can shoot with better results in low light.

  • Say Goodbye to Blur

    Capture the moment with crispness and clarity. Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization with Active Mode compensates for camera shake to deliver stunningly smooth video, from wide angle to full telephoto shots. Innovative 3-Way Shake-Canceling adds electronic roll stability for even smoother video capture in not-so-steady situations, like shooting movies while walking, swimming or surfing.

  • Geotagging with Built-in GPS

    View a map of your current location on the LCD display and tag your shooting locations with built-in GPS and NAVTEQ® maps—a fun feature for world travellers and backyard adventurers alike. With the supplied PlayMemories Home™ software, you can also see a map of your tagged photos and videos on your PC according to where they were shot9. Plus, the GPS receiver automatically adjusts the camcorder's clock to the proper time zone.

Thrill-seekers take notice: the HDR-GW77V Sony Handycam® camcorder was built to keep up. Waterproof to a depth of 16ft, shockproof from falls of up to 5ft and sealed off from dirt, dust and snow, this sturdy yet compact camcorder goes anywhere worry-free to capture Full HD 60p video and high-quality 20.4MP photos of all your adventures1. A large 3.0" touchscreen LCD display makes it easy to compose shots without missing an ounce of the action—it even works under water. With 17x Extended Zoom and 10x optical zoom, you can zoom in close to capture distant details. An embedded 16GB flash memory allows you to shoot and store up to 4 hours of HD footage (HD LP mode)4.

Compact waterproof 1 60p HD Camcorder w/ 20.4MP still capture

The Handycam HDR-GW77V camcorder is built to handle extreme environments, allowing you to concentrate on safety and composition while capturing Full HD videos and 20.4MP photos. The camcorder is waterproof down to 16 feet (IPX8), and its 3.0-inch touch-screen remains fully operational underwater. It also has a shock resistance rating for up to 5 foot drops plus dirt (MIL-STD 810F Method 516.5-Shock standards )and dust resistant seals (IP5X) that help make it nearly impervious to mud, snow, rain, and grime.1

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.

Geotagging with built-in GPS receiver & NAVTEQ® maps

A built-in GPS receiver makes the HDR-GW77V 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.

Built-In Flash

The built-in flash will assist in shedding light on your subject when shooting still photos.

Event Browse groups video/stills by events automatically

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.

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.

Up to 4 hours of recording with 16GB3 embedded Flash Memory

The built-in 16GB3 embedded Flash memory can record and store up to 4 hours of high definition video footage (HD LP mode). 

Wide angle (29.8mm)  G Lens to capture everything 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 Mode and Video Modes offers a broader perspective for enhanced wide angle shooting.

Memory Stick Micro™ and Micro SD/SDHC compatible

Expandable memory with Memory Stick Micro™ and Micro SD/SDHC card slot.

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.

Intelligent Auto (99 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 99 different combinations possible: Auto / Night Scene / Night Portrait(Photo Mode only) / Sunrise & Sunset / Fireworks / Landscape / Portrait / Spotlight / Beach / Snow / Underwater. With the added feature of ‘underwater mode’ the camera will even intelligently and automatically adjust white balance levels while underwater.

Play Memories Home™ Lite built-in

With the pre-installed Play Memories Home™ Lite software the HDR-GW77V makes it easy to pre-select videos and images in the camcorder and conveniently upload them from the camcorder to a compatible PC and popular internet sharing sites without the need for any additional software or install.

17x Extended Zoom to get even closer to the action

Extended Zoom works in conjunction with 10x optical zoom to get even closer to the action while maintaining HD image quality.

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.

3.0” Xtra Fine LCD™ display (921K)

The 3.0” (16:9) Xtra Fine LCD™ screen (921K) 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. This intuitive touch-screen is fully operable under water for convenient use in even wet environments.

Face detection with Smile Shutter™ technology

Sony’s Face Detection technology can automatically distinguish between children and adults. Face Detection technology detects up to eight individual faces and adjusts flash, focus, exposure, and white balance to help deliver crisp, properly lit images of family and friends. When engaged the camera also employees Smile Shutter™ technology to ensure you capture a smiling face each and every 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.

Intelligent Sweep Panorama™ mode

Put your Handycam® camcorder in still photo mode and capture expansive landscapes with a single press of a button. Intelligent Sweep Panorama™ mode reaches beyond the traditional wide angle lens to let you capture expansive, breathtaking shots of landscapes or cityscapes in incredibly detailed high resolution. Just press the shutter and pan the scene with a sweeping motion. The camera takes care of the rest—to spectacular results.

Product Specifications

Basic Specifications

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) : Approx.1 5/6inch x 4 1/4inch x 2 7/8inch (32.2mm(W)×105.5mm(H)×70.2mm(D))
  • Weight (Approx.) : Approx. 7.8oz (NP-BG1 (supplied battery))

Optics/Lens

  • Lens Type : G™ Lens
  • Lens Stabilization : Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization w/ Active mode (Wide to Tele)
  • Aperture : F1.8-F3.4
  • Optical Zoom : 10x
  • Digital Zoom : 120x
  • Focal Length (35mm equivalent) : Movie Mode; f=29.8-298.0mm(16:9), f=36.3-363.0mm(4:3), f=1 3/16-11 3/4inch(16:9),f=1 7/16-14 3/8inch(4:3)Photo Mode; 29.8mm - 298mm (16:9), 36.3mm - 363mm (4:3), 1 3/16inch - 11 3/4inch (16:9), 1 7/16inch - 14 3/8inch (4:3)
  • Minimum Focus Distance : HD / STD / Still:Approx.1cm (Wide) , Approx.80cm (Tele) , Approx.38cm (Tele Macro)HD / STD / Still:Approx.13/32inch (Wide), Approx.31 1/2inch (Tele), Approx.15inch (Tele Macro)
  • Extended Zoom : 17x
  • Focal Distance : f=3.2-32.0mm; f=5/32-1 5/16inch
  • Steady Shot Mode:Active : 31.7 - 538.7mm

Exposure System

  • Metering Modes : Multi-segment/Spot
  • Exposure Settings : Auto; Flexible Spot (Touch Panel)
  • Scene Mode(s) : Auto / Night Scene / Night Portrait(Photo Mode only) / Sunrise & Sunset / Fireworks / Landscape / Portrait / Spotlight / Beach / Snow / Underwater
  • 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 - F10.0
  • Backlight Compensation : Yes (Auto)
  • LOW LUX Mode : Yes

Convenience Features

  • 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 (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)Hightlight BGM (Preinstalled 4 music files, Music transfer)
  • Multiple Language Display : English; Brazilian Portugese; Canadian French; Latin American Spanish; Traditional Chinese; Korean; American English
  • One Touch Disc Burn : Yes (Menu)
  • View & Index : Event / MAP

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) : Approx. 1 5/16inch ×4 1/4inch ×2 7/8inch (Approx. 32.2mm×105.5mm×70.2mm)
  • Weight (Approx.) : Approx. 7.8oz (NP-BG1 (supplied battery)

Service and Warranty Information

  • Limited Warranty Term : 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)

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.5020K pixels(16:9)
  • Color Filter System : ClearVid™ array

LCD Display

  • LCD Type : 3.0" Xtra Fine LCD display (921K) Wide(16:9)
  • Angle Adjustment : Opening Angle:max.90 deg., Turning Angle:max.270 deg.
  • Brightness Control : Yes (Menu)
  • Coverage : 100%
  • Grid Display : Guide Frame
  • Touch Panel : Yes

Drive System

  • Drive Mode : Photo Mode: Single-shot / Self-timer
  • Self-timer : Approx.10sec. (Still Image/Golf Shot); Approx.2sec. (portrait1 / portrait2)
  • 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)

Advanced Features

  • Sweep Panorama : Intelligent Sweep Panorama
  • Waterproof : Yes (IPX8 5m)
  • Dustproof : Yes (IP5X)
  • 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 / UnderWater
  • Priority Setting (for Face Detection) : Auto / Child Priority / Adult Priority
  • Shockproof : Yes( 1.5m MIL-STD810F Method 516.5-Shock )
  • Smile Shutter™ technology : Dual Capture / Always On / Off
  • Smooth Slow Rec : Yes
  • x.v.Color™ : Yes

Power

  • Power Consumption (in Operation) : HD:2.3W; STD:2.1W
  • Power Requirements : 3.6V (battery pack); 5.0V (AC Adaptor)
  • Battery Type : LITHIUM ION® NP-BG1(supplied)

Recording

  • Media Type : Internal Flash Memory; Memory Stick Micro™ (Mark 2); Micro SD/SDHC Memory Card(Class 4 or Higher)
  • Still Image Mode : JPEG
  • Still Image Max Effective Resolution : 20.4 megapixels
  • Still Image Size 16:9 : Movie ModeL 20.4 megapixels 16:9 (6016x3384); Photo Mode: 20.4 megapixels 16:9 (6016x3384)
  • Still Image Size 4:3 : Movie mode:15.3 megapixels 4:3 (4512x3384)); Photo mode:15.3 megapixels 4:3 (4512x3384)
  • Panorama Still Image Size : Standard (4,912 x 1,080/3,424 x 1,920), Wide(7,152 x 1,080/4,912 x 1,920)
  • Video Format : HD:MPEG4-AVC/H.264 AVCHD™ format ver.2.0 compatible, STD:MPEG2-PS
  • Video Resolution : HD:1920x1080/60p(PS), 60i(FX,FH), 1440x1080/60i(HQ,LP), STD:720x480/60i
  • Video Actual (Pixel) : HD, STD:Approx.5020K pixels(16:9), Approx.3760K pixels(4:3)
  • Video Signal : HD:HDTV 1080/60p, 60i,STD:NTSC color, EIA standards
  • Recording and Playback Times (in Internal Media)(2ch) : HD PS:Approx.1h(Approx.1h), HD FX:Approx.1h15m(Approx.1h15m), HD FH:Approx1h40m(Approx.1h40m), HD HQ:Approx3h(Approx.2h15m), HD LP:Approx5h15m(Approx.4h20m), STD HQ:Approx3h10m(Approx.2h55m)
  • Photo Capture from Movie : 2.1 megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080); 307K pixels 4:3 (640x480); 230K pixels 16:9 (640x360)
  • Dual Record : 20.4 megapixels 16:9 (6016x3384); 10.0 megapixels 16:9 (4224x2376); 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)
  • Movie Recording Rate(Average Bit Rate/VBR) : HD PS:Approx.28Mbps / FX:Approx.24Mbps / FH:Approx.17Mbps / HQ:Approx.9Mbps / LP:Approx.5Mbps, STD HQ:9Mbps
  • Recording and Playback Times (in Internal Media)(7) : 20.4 megapixels 16:9(6016x3384) : Approx.1,550 pictures, 15.3:megapixels 4:3(4512x3384) : Approx.2,100 pictures, 10.0 megapixels 16:9(4224x2376) : Approx.2,850 pictures, 5.0 megapixels 4:3(2592x1944) : Approx.5,200 pictures, 2.1 megapixels 16:9(1920x1080) : Approx.15,500 pictures, 307K pixels 4:3(640x480) : Approx.40,000 pictures, 230K pixels 16:9(640x360) : Approx.40,000 pictures, Panorama Standard (4,912 x 1,080) : Approx.5,100 pictures, Panorama Standard (3,424 x 1,920) : Approx.3,800 pictures, Panorama Wide(7,152 x 1,080) : Approx.3,900 pictures, Panorama Wide(4,912 x 1,920) : Approx.3,050 pictures
  • Still Image File Format : DCF Ver.2.0 compatible, Exif Ver.2.3 compatible, MPF Baseline compatible
  • Still Image Size(Photo Mode) : L:20.4 megapixels 16:9 (6016x3384), 15.3 megapixels 4:3 (4512x3384), M:10.0 megapixels 16:9 (4224x2376), 5.0 megapixels 4:3 (2592x1944), S:2.1 megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080), 0.3 megapixels 4:3 (640x480)
  • 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

Flash

  • Flash Type : Built-in Flash
  • Flash Metering System : Pre-flash TTL
  • Flash Modes : Auto / Forced / Prohibited
  • Flash Compensation : Yes(3 steps)
  • Flash Coverage : Approx.11 7/8inch - 98 1/2inch, (Approx.0.3m - 2.5m)

Interface

  • Memory Card Slot : Memory Stick Micro™ and Micro SD / SDHC compatible
  • HD Output : HDMI Out (micro) (supplied)
  • USB Port(s) : micro-B / USB2.0 Hi-speed (mass-storage/MTP)
  • BRAVIA® Sync™ : Yes
  • PhotoTV HD : Yes
  • HDMI Terminal : Yes (micro)

Software

  • 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.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)

In the Box

  • Power Cord
  • Operating Guide
  • Rechargeable Battery Pack (NP-BG1)
  • HDMI (micro) Cable
  • Wrist Strap
  • AC adaptor
  • Micro USB Cable

Product Profile

Support

  • Carrying Case for HDR-GW77V Handycam

    Carrying Case for HDR-GW77V Handycam

    $39.99

  • Floating Camera Strap

    Floating Camera Strap

    $29.99

  • 8GB microSDHC Memory Card

    8GB microSDHC Memory Card

    $18.99

  • 16GB microSDHC Memory Card

    16GB microSDHC Memory Card

    $26.99

HDR-GW77V/W 5 5 1 1
It has a mind-blowing video and photo quality I got this camera recently, but since then I've been confused whether to call it a video camera or a still, because this guy is so perfect in both still and video quality that I could only say it's a Complete "Camera". Only if the battery life was a little longer than the 1hr. promised. Regards, Pallab http://nothingwired.com August 25, 2012
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VIEW FOOTNOTES


1. Based on Sony testing, camera is JIS/IEC International Protection Rating 8 (IPX8) waterproof equivalent, MIL-STD810F Method 515.5-Shock standard compliant, and JIS/IEC International Protection Rating 6 (IP6X) dustproof equivalent.

2. Based on Sony testing, camera is JIS/IEC International Protection Rating 8 (IPX8) waterproof equivalent.

4. 1GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of which is used for data management functions.

9. Service provided by Google and subject to change without notice. PlayMemories Home™ software is not supported by Mac OS.

© 2012 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, Handycam, Exmor, Optical SteadyShot, Sweep Panorama, Xtra Fine LCD, Smile Shutter, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Micro, PlayMemories Home and the Sony make.believe logo are trademarks of Sony. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Features and specifications subject to change without notice.

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