Sony HDR-SR5E Specifications

HDR-SR5
NEW Capture high definition and standard definition video to a built-in 40GB hard drive with the HDR-SR5. Record every
detail of every moment with the 10x optical/80x digital zoom and Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T* lens. You can even
use the Dual Record Mode to capture photos while also recording video.
2.1 Megapixel (Gross) ClearVid™
CMOS Sensor
1/3" ClearVid™ CMOS Sensor with
1990K (effective) pixels provides
stunning detail and clarity with
exceptional video (up to 1080 lines of
horizontal resolution - HD; 530 lines of
horizontal resolution - SD) and still
image performance. The Megapixel
technology enhances your digital
videos and digital still (3980K)
photography performance.
10X Optical/80X Digital Zoom
The optical zoom helps to bring the
action close up from far away. In
addition, the Digital Zoom
interpolation means that extreme
digital zooming is clearer, with less
distortion than previous types of digital
zooms.
Professional Quality Carl Zeiss® Vario-
Sonnar® T Lens
Carl Zeiss lenses have an advanced
optical multi-layer coating for
increased contrast. This results in vivid
image brilliance, true-to-life color
saturation and perfect renditions of
subtle tones. The additional T coating
on the lens further reduces unwanted
glare and flare.
Dolby® Digital 5.1ch Recording
The HDR-SR5 will record in Dolby Digital
5.1ch surroundsound with a built-in
microphone. By recording in5.1 channel
surround sound you can now
experience your home movies with
active sounds coming from all
directions. Enjoy your personal home
movies the way you experienced them
while recording.
2.7" Wide (16:9) Touch Panel Clear
Photo LCD Plus™ Display (211K Pixels)
The 2.7" Wide (16:9) LCD screen
provides exceptional viewing clarity
with improved resolution. The high
resolution 211K pixel LCD screen rotates
up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing
angles providing sharp, detailed
images for monitoring or playback,
and the widescreen format makes
shooting in 16:9 mode and composing
shots even easier.
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Smooth Slow Recording
By increasing the record rate from 60
fields per second (fps) to 240 fps for 3
seconds allowing you to capture 3
seconds of fast motion and play the
video back in 12 seconds. This is great
for analyzing a golf swing or a viewing
a bird in flight.
Memory Stick Duo™ Media Slot
Capture still images up to 2304x1728
(4:3) resolution, directly onto Memory
Stick Duo™ Media (sold separately) for
easy transfer to PCs for emailing,
printing or sharing with other
compatible Memory Stick® devices
(sold separately).
Super SteadyShot® Picture Stabilization
System
An advanced version of Super
Steadyshot® Picture Stabilization from
Sony which controls an even higher
range of shake and vibration
frequencies, to achieve an even higher
level of smoothness without
degradation of video like some other
image stabilization systems.
On Screen Zoom and Record Buttons
For additional control of the
camcorder, the HDR-SR5 features Zoom
and Record buttons on the frame of the
LCD screen. This allows the user more
flexibility when holding the camcorder,
especially in overhead or low angle
shots.
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USB 2.0 Interface
USB 2.0 interface provides an easy way
to connect your Hard Disk Drive
Handycam® Camcorder to the
computer for fast transfer of video and
still images to your computer for
editing. The camcorder can also be
used as an external storage and/or
playback device.
One Touch Wide Angle Shooting
With just a touch of a button (Menu)
easily switch between 16: and 4:3
aspect ratios for standard definition
recording.
Progressive Shutter System
A mechanical shutter system that
provides progressive scan performance
while utilizing an interlaced scanning
system. Digital still images will be
sharp and clear with excellent
definition.
HDD HD Camcorder
Active Interface Shoe
Provides a location directly on the
camcorder to which one may add
optional accessories while providing
power and two-way communication
with those accessories.
Super NightShot® Infrared System
With Super NightShot® Infrared System
from Sonyyou can capture natural
looking video, even when shooting in
low light. Record subjects up to 20 feet
away using the built-in infrared system.
Dual Record
While recording video in High Definition
(HD) you have the ability to capture a
2.3 Megapixel (16:9) still image (2016 x
1134) directly to Memory Stick Duo™
Media (sold separately). While
recording in Standard Definition you
have the ability to capture a 1.7
Megapixel (4:3) still image (1512 x
1134) directly to Memory Stick Duo
media.
Easy PC Backup
Easily back up your footage (HD or SD)
to your PC using the supplied software.
The footage will be stored on your PCs
hard drive for archiving purposes and
viewing at a later time; the footage is
stored by date for easy playback. In
addition, only new footage is tranferred
to your PC each time you Backup your
footage.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
One Touch Disc Burn
Manual Focus
Scene Selection Modes
Picture Effects
Fader Effect(s)
InfoLITHIUM® Battery with AccuPower™
Meter System
Battery Information
Easy Handycam Button
Multi-Language Menu