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Full HD 32GB Flash Memory Camcorder

Model number: HDR-CX580V
Rated 3.8 out of 5 stars
Model Highlights: 1920 x 1080 Full HD 60p recording, 20.4MP stills, Exmor® R CMOS sensor, Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization, CinemaTone presets, advanced controls, wide angle G lens, 32GB Flash memory

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Bring your memories to life in Full 1920x1080/60p HD and the world becomes your stage for composing your personal best. Shine the spotlight on your cinematic prowess with CinemaTone presets and advanced manual controls including expanded focus, zebra and peaking. Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization with Active Mode helps take the shake out of your creations while 32GB of internal Flash memory means you'll have more space to store them1.

  • Defined High Def

    Not all high definition is created equal. Get it in decidedly gorgeous, truly Full 1920x1080 HD for exceptional high definition quality. Shoot in dazzling 60p or add instant nostalgia by recording in a more classic 24p. Switch to still image mode and capture high-quality 20.4MP photos to share. 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 9 hours of high definition footage (1920x1080 HD) with an impressive 32GB of internal Flash memory1. Create a 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.

  • Create Theatrical Colorscapes

    For extra control over image expression, CinemaTone preset technology deepens colors recreating rich, film-like color tones. Combined with 24p recording, you'll have even more of the tools you need to bring your scenes to life and achieve a more fully realized form of cinematic expression.

  • Make It Manual

    Get the most out of your camcorder with advanced capture and control features often considered the domain of professional cameras. A convenient assignable dial gives you manual control of the focus, exposure, white balance, iris and shutter speed, plus the ability to experiment with more advanced features like zebra and peaking.

  • Put Things in Perspective

    Experience the pinnacle of Sony lens technology. The professional quality G lens literally widens your perspective allowing you to 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.

Bring your memories to life in 1920 x 1080 60p/24p Full HD with the HDR-CX580V Handycam® camcorder. Store them all on the 32GB of embedded Flash memory capable of holding up to 11 hours of HD footage at a time1 or use the dedicated slot to insert a compatible SD card or Memory Stick™ for added space. Increase your cinematic prowess with CinemaTone presets and advanced manual controls with expanded focus, zebra and peaking and let Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization help take the shake out of your movies. Get an even closer take on the action with 20x extended digital zoom 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. Get more in every shot with a wide angle G lens and view it all in crystal clarity on the 3" Xtra Fine LCD™ touch screen (921K) with TruBlack™ technology.

1920x1080 Full HD 60p/24p Recording w/20.4MP still image capture

The Sony® HDR-CX580V offers 1920 x 1080 high definition resolution letting you record your memories in exceptional Full High Definition quality. Capable of 60p/24p recording and playback via HDMI™ and compatible HDTV4 providing stunning clarity and incredibly detailed and smoother playback of your memories.

CinemaTone presets and 24p recording for cinematic quality video

For extra control over image expression, CinemaTone technology is used to deepen the color and recreate film-like color tones. Combined with 24p recording, you’ll have some of the tools you need to fulfill your need for cinematic expression.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.

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 Mode and Video Modes offers a broader perspective for enhanced wide angle shooting.

3.0” touch-screen Xtra Fine LCD™ display (921K) w/TruBlack™ technology

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. TruBlack™ technology brings remarkably higher contrast delivering more natural, realistic colors and easier viewing in bright conditions by reducing glare.

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.

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-CX580V 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

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.

32GB embedded Flash Memory for up to 9 hours of recording1

The built-in 32GB1 embedded Flash memory can record and store up to 9 hours of high definition video footage (HD LP mode). 

Advanced controls with expanded focus, zebra, and peaking

The HDR-CX580V provides advanced capture and control features that are often considered the domain of professional cameras including expanded focus for precise manual focus control, zebra and peaking for precision focus and exposure adjustments.

20x Extended Zoom to get even closer to the action

Extended Zoom works in conjunction with 12x optical zoom to get even closer to the action while maintaining HD image quality.

5.1ch Surround mic for vivid and dynamic surround sound.

Dolby® Digital 5.1 channel recording captures active sounds coming from all directions, so you can experience your home movies the way you experienced them while recording.

Active Interface Shoe to attach intelligent accessories

The Active Interface Shoe lets you mount Intelligent Accessories, such as external lights and microphones, which can help extend the capabilities of your camcorder.

Clear Phase stereo speakers for true and dynamic sound

Bring your video alive with Clear Phase stereo speakers. Drawing on Sony’s high-end audio expertise, renown S-Master™ digital amplifier technology is utilized to produce more true-to-life sound.

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

Built-in Flash

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

Product Specifications

Basic Specifications

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) : Approx. 3 5/8inch x 3 1/4inch x 6inch (90mm x 82mm x 151.5mmm) (including Lens Hood)
  • Weight (Approx.) : Approx. 14.10oz (NP-FV50 (supplied battery)); Approx. 15.69oz (NP-FV70); Approx. 1lb 3.22oz (NP-FV100)

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 : 20.4 megapixels
  • Still Image Size 16:9 : Movie mode: 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)
  • 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), 24p, 60i (FX, FH), 1440x1080/60i (HQ, LP); STD: 720x480/60i
  • Video Actual (Pixel) : Approx.5,020K pixels(16:9), Approx.3,760K pixels(4:3)
  • Video Signal : NTSC color, EIA standards
  • Recording and Playback Times (in Internal Media)(2ch) : HD PS: Approx. 2h20m (Approx. 2h20m); HD FX: Approx. 2h45m (Approx. 2h45m); HD FH: Approx. 3h45m (Approx. 3h45m); HD HQ: Approx. 6h40m (Approx. 5h5m); HD LP: Approx. 11h35m (Approx. 9h30m); STD HQ: Approx. 6h55m (Approx. 6h20m)
  • 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 : 20.4 megapixels 16:9 (6016x3384); 10.0 megapixels 16:9 (4224x2376); 2.1 megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080)
  • Audio Format : Dolby® Digital 5.1ch, Dolby® Digital 5.1Creator; Dolby® Digital 2ch Stereo, Dolby® Digital Stereo Creator
  • Microphone/Speaker : Built-in Zoom Microphone; Clear Phase Stereo Speaker
  • Internal Media : Flash Memory 32GB
  • Mic Level Control : Yes (2steps)
  • Recording and Playback Times (in Internal Media)(5.1ch) : HD PS: Approx. 2h20m; HD FX: Approx. 2h45m; HD FH: Approx. 3h45m; HD HQ: Approx. 6h40m; HD LP: Approx. 11h35m; STD HQ: Approx. 6h55m
  • 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)
  • Focus Area : Full range Focus / Spot Focus
  • Manual Focus Assist : Magnified display for precise manual focus; Peaking Display
  • Focus Features : Tracking Focus
  • AF Illuminator : Yes

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. 0.3m - 2.0m

Interface

  • Memory Card Slot : Memory Stick PRO Duo™ and SD/ SDHC/ SDXC media compatible
  • SD Output : Composite Video Out (A/V connecting cable (supplied)); Component Video Out (Component A/V cable (supplied)); S Video Out (A/V connecting cable with S Video (sold separately))
  • HD Output : HDMI Out (mini) (supplied); Component Video Out (Component A/V cable (supplied))
  • USB Port(s) : TypeA, mini-AB/USB2.0 Hi-speed (mass-storage/MTP)
  • BRAVIA® Sync™ : Yes
  • PhotoTV HD : Yes
  • Headphone Jack : Stereo Minijack
  • Microphone Input : Stereo Minijack
  • Remote Jack : Integrated into A/V Remote terminal
  • Direct Copy : Yes
  • Accessory Shoe : Yes (Active Interface Shoe)
  • 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.

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 : 12x
  • Digital Zoom : 160x
  • Focal Length (35mm equivalent) : Movie Mode: 26.8mm - 321.6mm (16:9), 32.8mm-393.6mm (4:3); Photo Mode: 26.8mm - 321.6mm (16:9), 32.8mm-393.6mm (4:3)
  • Filter Diameter : 30mm
  • Minimum Focus Distance : Approx. 1cm (Wide), Approx. 50cm (Tele), Approx. 25cm (Tele Macro)
  • Extended Zoom : 20x
  • Focal Distance : f = 2.9mm - 34.8mm; f =1/8inch - 1 3/8inch
  • Steady Shot Mode:Active : 29.1-582.7mm (16:9)

Exposure System

  • Metering Modes : Multi-segment / Spot
  • Exposure Settings : Auto; Flexible Spot (Touch Panel)
  • Scene Mode(s) : Auto / Twilight / Twilight Portrait (Photo Mode only) / 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

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. 3 5/8inch x 3 1/4inch x 6inch (90mm x 82mm x 151.5mm) (including Lens Hood)
  • Weight (Approx.) : Approx. 11.28oz (320g)
  • Weight(Approx) (Main unit only) : Approx. 11.28oz (320g)

Service and Warranty Information

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

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) w/ TruBlack™ technology
  • Angle Adjustment : Opening Angle: max. 90 deg., Turning Angle: max. 270 deg.
  • Brightness Control : Yes (Menu)
  • Coverage : 1
  • Live View : Yes
  • 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

Advanced Features

  • Tracking Focus : Yes
  • Audio Level Display : Yes
  • CinemaTone Gamma/Color : 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
  • S-Master : Yes
  • Smile Shutter™ technology : Dual Capture / Always On / Off
  • Smooth Slow Rec : Yes
  • x.v.Color™ : Yes

Power

  • Power Consumption (in Operation) : HD: 3.1W; STD: 2.9W
  • 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

In the Box

  • AC adaptor (AC-L200) (1)
  • HDMI(mini) Cable (1)
  • Lens Hood (1)
  • Power Cord (1)
  • USB Connection Support Cable (1)
  • Rechargeable Battery Pack (NP-FV50) (1)
  • A/V Connecting Cable (1)
  • operating guide (1)

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HDR-CX580V 3.8 5 4 4
Amazing camcorder !!! This Camcorder is awesome! It is So high def. It is a little grainy in lowlight indoors , but you can fix that by turning down the manual exposure settings a little. But, either way outside or inside, the quality is superb! I like how it has 2 Bright lights on the camcorder, it's good for at night, or in the woods searching for the Blair witch LOL but really , it lights up a whole dark living room ! The include lens hood is a great installment. I like how it also has a sony interface shoe, to power accesories, like on camera lights or microphones. The only con is that, It doesn't have sony nightshot/night vision. And the lack of Real manual settings, such as on the sony pj 710v. February 11, 2013
Very poor low light quality Sony decided to put a smaller sensor in this years CX580v compared to last years 1/2.88 in the CX560v. The quality is very poor. Filming indoors with regular lighting the picture quality gets very grainy, almost unusable. They also removed alot of manual controls such as, mode dial, shutter, iris, and AE shift. They took away night shot, moved the speakers to the front under the lens which picks up wind noise. This camcorder isn't worth $799.00.. I suggest you either go with the PJ710v, CX760v, PJ760v or get last years models CX560v/CX700v.. I am very disappointed in Sony this year.. June 7, 2012
Powerful camera in a small unit the Camera I have is the HDR-CX590, I just looked at the specs, seems to be the exact same camera. I like using this for random video, traveling and just goofing around. Its a great unit, but I wish there was a different view / screen option. when the sun is at your back, which you try for, the viewfinder is not that useful..... Other than that, this camera is awesome. May 30, 2012
Best Purchase ever i got this video camera a couple of months ago and i wasnt sure to spend money on it but i did and it was the greatest and best purchase that i made in a long time. great for making music videos and making movies. and also great for taking pics and posting them to facebook or twitter. im looking to buy many more. sony did a great job with this video camera. ****** reviewed by CORY GINDLESPERGER FROM CHAMBERSBURG, PA March 18, 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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