Sony HDR-PJ260V Specifications page 2

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
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camcorders, the Exmor R CMOS sensor relocates the photo diodes above the support circuitry,
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maximizing the light gathering area per pixel so you can shoot with better results in lower lighting
conditions.
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.
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.
Wide Angle G lens to capture more of what you want
Experience the pinnacle of Sony lens technology with the professional-quality G Lens.
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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.
2.7" touch-screen Clear Photo LCD Plus™ display (230K)
The 2.7" Clear Photo LCD Plus™ touch 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.
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
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.
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.
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
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can experience your home movies the way you experienced them while recording.
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).
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.
Highlight Playback creates movies with transitions for you