Sony HDR-SR12 120GB High Definition Handycam Camcorder

1920x1080 Recording
Record stunning, incredibly detailed video footage in the clarity of 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution.

Face Detection for Video Footage and Digital Still Photos
Made possible by the BIONZ image processing engine, Face Detection technology recognizes up to 8 faces anywhere in the frame and automatically controls focus, exposure, and color to help capture smiling faces brightly and clearly. Face Detection also helps make skin tones look natural without affecting other colors in the image.

5 Megapixel ClearVid CMOS Sensor (with Exmor Technology) and BIONZ Image Processor
Sony's newly designed CMOS image sensor delivers bright, vivid, and spectacularly detailed 5 megapixel (effective) video footage, as well as 10.2 megapixel still images -- all with prolonged battery life. Exmor technology captures images with high resolution and high sensitivity. In addition, the advanced Sony BIONZ image processor improves camera response time and screens out noise so the signal from each pixel is as pure as possible.

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.

Exmor Imaging Sensor
Exmor technology captures video and still photo images with high resolution, high sensitivity, and exceptional detail. Advanced on-sensor A/D conversion yields rich tonal reproduction with high signal-to-noise ratio.

Hybrid Recording to Hard Disk Drive or Memory Stick® Media
Hybrid recording technology delivers a new level of flexibility for transferring your video footage and digital photos from the camcorder to compatible viewing devices. Record to the camcorder’s internal hard disk drive, or choose instead to record to removable Memory Stick Duo media or Memory Stick PRO Duo media. You can even select from various dubbing functions to easily copy video or still images from the hard disk drive to Memory Stick media -- without using a PC. Images recorded or transferred to Memory Stick media can then be played directly on a PS3 or PC to share your memories with friends and family.

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

12X Optical / 150X Digital Zoom
The optical zoom helps to bring the action close up from far away. In addition, Digital Zoom Interpolation means that extreme digital zooming is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zoom.

3.2" Wide1 (16:9) Touch Panel XtraFine LCD Display (921K pixels)
The 3.2" Wide1 (16:9) XtraFine LCD screen displays sharp, bright, photo-quality images, letting you compose and share video and still images more easily -- even outdoors. With nearly 1 megapixel (921K pixels) resolution and a wide viewing angle, the XtraFine LCD screen is like having a high-resolution video and photo viewer built into your camcorder.

Built-in zoom microphone with 5.1ch recording
Featuring Dolby® Ditigal 5.1 Creator, the built-in zoom microphone focuses audio recording on your subjects in sync with the camera’s zoom lens, helping memories ring true with clear dialogue and crisp, discrete sounds.

Dolby® Digital 5.1ch Recording
Record in Dolby Digital 5.1ch surround sound with the camcorder’s built-in microphone. Recording in 5.1 channel surround sound allows you to experience your home movies with active sounds coming from all directions, so you can enjoy your personal home movies the way you experienced them while recording.

Dynamic Range Optimizer
Powered by the exclusive Sony’s BIONZ high-speed processing engine, D-Range Optimization preserves image data in bright highlights, such as suppressing “whiteout” in skies. When shooting in backlit settings, D-Range Optimization reveals more detail in shadows, preventing “blackout.” As a result, the captured image appears as natural as the original scene.

Tele Macro Function
Images shot in the Tele Macro Mode help your subject stand out by properly focusing the subject while leaving the background unfocussed. The Tele Macro Mode is useful for shooting close-up shots, especially when you need to prevent the camcorder from casting a shadow on the subject.

Switchable HD/SD Format Recording
Record and play back both High Definition (HD)4 and Standard Definition (SD) video.

Professional Quality Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T Lens
Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T lenses use highly advanced optics to deliver vivid image brilliance, true-to-life color saturation, and perfect renditions of subtle tones. The additional T coating further reduces unwanted glare and flare for increased contrast and color.

Active Interface Shoe
Sony’s proprietary hot shoe makes it easy to use Intelligent Accessories, such as external lights and microphones, by providing power and on/off capability directly from the camcorder.

HDMI Connection with BRAVIA® Sync (CEC) Technology
HDMI connectivity provides a simple, high-quality video and audio connection, with the ability to transmit HD video and 5.1 channel audio directly from the camcorder to compatible HDTVs via a single cable. With BRAVIA® Sync (CEC) technology, the HDMI connection also delivers the ability to control both the camcorder and HDTV using a single BRAVIA TV remote.

USB 2.0 Interface
The USB 2.0 interface6 provides an easy way to connect yourcamcorder to a PC for fast transfer of video and still images for editing.

InfoLITHIUM® Battery with AccuPower Meter System
Unlike NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries, Sony's rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries are not subjected to a life shortening "Memory Effect," so you’re free to charge the battery at any time. Additionally, Sony's exclusive AccuPower meter displays the battery time remaining in minutes, in either the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.

Stamina® Battery Power Management System
When using the Sony InfoLITHIUM® Battery, the Stamina® Battery Power Management System helps the camcorder prolong battery life for extra long continuous recording times from a single charge.

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.

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.

Date Index Function
Search recorded content by shooting date to quickly and easily find a specific scene.

• Imaging Device: 1/3" ClearVid CMOS sensor (with Exmor technology)
• Pixel Gross: 5660K
• Recording Media: 120GB9 Non-Removable Hard Disk Drive, Memory Stick Duo Media, Memory Stick PRO Duo Media
• Recording and Playback Times: High Definition: FH = 14 hours 50 min. HQ = 29 hours and 40 min. SP = 36 LP = 48 hours Standard Definition: HQ = 29 hours and 40 min. SP = 44 hours LP = 84 hours and 20 min.When using 8GB Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (sold separately): High Definition: FH = up to 55 min., HQ = up to 115 min. SP = up to 140 min., LP = up to 180 min. Standard Definition: HQ = up to 115 min., SP = up to 170 min., LP = up to 5 hours 25 min.
• Video Actual: 2860K Pixels (4:3), 3810K Pixels (16:9)
• Still Actual: 5080K Pixels (4:3), 3810K Pixels (16:9)
• Processor: BIONZ image processo
• Video Resolution: 1920 x 1080
• Still Picture Resolution: 10.2 megapixel
• 35mm Equivalent: 49 - 588mm (4:3 Camera Mode),40 - 480mm (16:9 Camera Mode)
• Aperture: F1.8-3.1
• Exposure: Touch Panel
• Filter Diameter: 37mm
• Focal Distance: 4.9 - 58.8mm
• Focus: Full range auto / Manual
• Progressive Shutter Mode: Yes
• Shutter Speed: Auto, 1/30 - 1/250 (Scene Selection Mode)
• Optical Zoom: 12x
• Digital Zoom: 150x
• Lens Type: Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T
• Video Signal System: NTSC color, EIA standards
• Format(s) Supported: HD: MPEG4 AVC/H.264 SD: MPEG2
• Audio Format: Dolby® Digital 5.1
• LCD Screen: 3.2" wide1 touch panel Xtra Fine LCD display (921k pixels)
• Viewfinder: Color Wide 16:9 (123K Pixels)
• Microphone: Built-in Zoom Microphone
• Flash: Yes
• Memory Stick slot: Memory Stick PRO Duo Media
• Manual / Auto Lens Cover: Auto
• Assignable Dial: Yes
• S/S & Zoom button on LCD: Yes
• LANC Terminal: Accesible via A/V Remote Terminal
• Analog Audio/Video Output(s): Included (via A/V Remote Terminal)
• Digital Audio/Video Output(s): Yes (via USB & i.LINK®)
• USB Port(s): Hi-speed (2.0 compliant)
• i.LINK® Interface: N/A
• Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s): Included (via A/V Remote Terminal)
• Headphone Jack: Yes
• Microphone Input: Yes
• S-Video Output(s): Included in A/V Remote
• HDMI Connection Output(s): Yes (mini)
• Audio/Video Remote Terminal: Video/S Video/Audio/Component Out/Remote
• Active Interface Shoe: Yes
• USB Streaming: N/A
• SteadyShot® Image Stabilization: O.I.S.
• White Balance: 5 lux(Auto Slow Shutter ON, 1/30 Shutter Speed)
• Memory Stick PRO Media Compatibility: Tested to support up to 8GB media capacity; does not support high speed transfer function; does not support Access Control security function.
• Still Image Mode(s): JPEG
• Minimum Illumination: 5 lux (Auto Slow Shutter ON, 1/30 Shutter Speed)
• Face Detection: Yes
• Hybrid: Yes
• Hybrid Plus: N/A
• Quick On: Yes
• BRAVIA® Sync : Yes
• Dual Record: Yes
• Easy Operation: Yes
• Multiple Language Display: Yes
• Slide Show Mode: Yes
• Scene Mode(s): Auto, Twilight, Twilight Portrait, Candle, Sunrise & Sunset, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait (Soft Portrait), Spotlight, Beach, Snow
• Picture Effect(s): Sepia, Monotone, Pastel
• Digital Picture Effect(s): Old Movie
• PictBridge Compatible: Yes
• Dynamic Range Optimizer: Yes
• Low Light Capability: S-NS
• Fader Effect(s): Black, White
• Face Index: Yes
• Film Roll Index: Yes
• Photo Capture from Movie: Yes
• Dubbing Button: Yes (Camera body & Handycam Station)
• PhotoTV HD: Yes
• x.v.Color : Yes
• Power Consumption: 4.5W/4.8W/4.9W
• Battery Type: InfoLITHIUM® with AccuPower Meter System (NP-FH60)
• Power Requirements: 7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)
• Limited Warranty: Limited Warranty --- 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor
• Operating System Compatibility: Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional, XP Home, XP Professional, Windows Vista
• Supplied Software: Picture Motion Browser Ver.3.0.00
• Weight (Approx.): 1lb 6oz (650g) with Battery
• Dimensions (Approx.): 3 3/8 x 3 x 5 1/2 inch (83x76x138mm)