Full HD Memory Card Camcorder
Model number: HDR-CX130/B
Model Highlights: 1920 x 1080 Full HD video recording, 3-megapixel images, Memory Stick PRO Duo and SD memory card slots, back-illuminated "Exmor R" CMOS sensor, wide angle G lens, 3.0" touch screen
Color: Black
Features
Take stunning 1920 x 1080 Full HD video with the ultra-compact HDR-CX130 Handycam camcorder. It features an "Exmor R" CMOS sensor for superior low-light performance, a wide angle Sony G lens, plus 42X extended zoom for getting you closer to the action. Additionally, Face Detection and Smile Shutter technologies make it easy to capture smiling faces while Intelligent Auto mode analyzes your shot and then automatically selects the appropriate settings from 11 distinct scene modes.
1920x1080 Full HD 60p Recording w/3MP still image
1920 x 1080 high definition resolution lets you record your memories in exceptional Sony Full High Definition quality. Capable of 1080/60p recording and playback via HDMI and compatible HDTV4 providing stunning clarity and incredibly detailed playback of your memories.
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 Sonys back-illuminated "Exmor R" CMOS sensor. Designed for compact cameras and camcorders, the "Exmor R" 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
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.
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.
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 its out of the way until you need it.
Wide Angle 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 offers a broader perspective for enhanced wide angle shooting.
Optical Steady Shot image stabilization w/ Active Mode
Optical Steady Shot 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.
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.
Intelligent Auto (90 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 (90 different combinations possible): Landscape, Backlight, Twilight, Spotlight, Low light, Macro, Portait, Baby, Walk, Tripod.
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.
42x 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.
3.0 touch-screen Clear Photo LCD Plus display (230K)
The 3.0 Clear Photo LCD Plus display provides exceptional viewing clarity with 230K pixels resolution. The display rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles, as well as provides sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback. The convenient touch panel allows easy access to menus and additional functionality such as spot focus and spot metering.
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 camcorders handy playback features.
Product Specifications
Basic Specifications
Weights and Measurements
- Dimensions (Approx.) : Approx. 2 1/8inch x 2 1/4inch x 4 7/8inch (52.5mm x57mm x123.5mm)
- Weight (Approx.) : Approx. 10.6oz (NP-FV50 (Supplied Battery)); Approx. 12.2oz (NP-FV70); Approx. 15.7oz (NP-FV110)
Exposure System
- Metering Modes : Multi-segment / Spot
- Exposure Compensation : AE Shift (Touch Panel)
- Exposure Settings : Auto; Flexible Spot (Touch Panel)
- Scene Mode(s) : Auto / Twilight / 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: 11 lux (1/60 Shutter Speed); Low Lux: 3 lux (1/30 Shutter Speed)
- Auto Iris Control : F1.8 - F10.0
- Backlight Compensation : Yes (Auto)
- Gain Control : Auto
- LOW LUX Mode : Yes
Advanced Features
- Face Detection : Yes
- Smile Shutter technology : Dual Capture / Always On / Off
- 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
- x.v.Color : Yes
- Audio Level Display : Yes
- Priority Setting (for Face Detection) : Auto / Child Priority / Adult Priority
- Smooth Slow Rec : Yes
Imaging Sensor
- Imaging Sensor : 1/4" (4.5mm) Back-illuminated Exmor CMOS Sensor
- Processor : BIONZ Image processor
- Pixel Gross : Approx. 4200K pixels
- Effective Picture Resolution : Approx. 1670K pixels (4:3)
- Color Filter System : ClearVid array
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 : 30x
- Digital Zoom : 350x
- Focal Length (35mm equivalent) : Movie Mode: 29.8mm - 894mm (16:9), 36.5mm - 1095mm (4:3); Photo Mode: 32.5mm - 975mm (16:9), 29.8mm - 894mm (4:3)
- Filter Diameter : 37mm
- Minimum Focus Distance : Approx. 1cm (Wide), Approx. 80cm (Tele), Approx. 44cm (Tele Macro)
- Extended Zoom : 42x
- Focal Distance : f = 2.1mm - 63mm
- Steady Shot Mode:Active : 30.9mm - 1297mm
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) (sold separately); 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
- DVDirect : Yes (DVDirect Express, DVD Writer supported (sold separately))
- Microphone Input : Stereo Minijack
- Remote Jack : Integrated into A/V Remote terminal
- Direct Copy : Yes
- A/V Remote Terminal : Video / S Video / Audio / Component Out / Remote
- DC IN : Yes
- HDMI Terminal : Yes (mini)
Drive System
- Drive Mode : Photo Mode: Single-shot / Self-timer
- Shutter Speeds : Self-timer: Approx. 10sec. (Still Image); Shutter Speed (Standard): 1/60 - 1/10000; Shutter Speed Auto Control Range: 1/8 - 1/10000; Shutter Speed (Smooth Slow Rec): 1/250 - 1/1000; Auto (Auto Slow Shutter OFF): 1/60 - 1/10000; Scene Selection: 1/8 - 1/10000; LOW LUX: 1/30 - 1/10000
Focus Control
- Focus System : Contrast AF
- Focus Points : 1 point
- AF Modes : Auto / Manual (Touch Panel)
- Focus Area : Full range Focus / Spot Focus
- Focus Features : Tracking Focus
- AF Illuminator : Yes
Camera
- Camera Type : Digital HD Video Camera Recorder
Convenience Features
- Quick On : Yes (Power On by LCD)
- Manual / Auto Lens Cover : Auto
- S/S & Zoom button on LCD : Yes (Touch Panel)
- Fader Effect(s) : White / Black
- Date / Time Stamp : Yes (Rec Date and Time, Camera info)
- Erase/Protect : Yes / Yes
- Media/Battery Indicator : Yes (recordable time, free and used media space) / Yes (recordable time, remaining capacity)
- Power Save Mode : Auto Shut-off (5minutes)
- 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
Recording
- Media Type : Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo/PRO-HG HX Duo media SD, SDHC and SDXC memory card (both sold separately)
- Still Image Mode : JPEG
- Still Image Max Effective Resolution : 3.3 megapixels
- Still Image Size 16:9 : Movie mode: 3.0 megapixels 16:9 (2304x1296); Photo mode: 2.5 megapixels 16:9 (2112x1188)
- Still Image Size 4:3 : Movie mode: 2.2 megapixels 4:3 (1728x1296); Photo mode: 3.3 megapixels 4:3 (2112x1584)
- Video Format : HD: MPEG4-AVC/H.264 AVCHD 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), 60i (FX, FH), 1440x1080/60i (HQ, LP); STD: 720x480/60i
- Video Actual (Pixel) : Approx. 1490K pixels (16:9), Approx. 1120K pixels (4:3)
- Video Signal : NTSC color, EIA standards
- Photo Capture from Movie : 2.1 megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080); 307K pixels 4:3 (640x480); 230K pixels 16:9 (640x360)
- Dual Record : 3.0 megapixels 16:9 (2304 x 1296); 2.2 megapixels 4:3 (1728 x 1296)
- Audio Format : Dolby Digital 2ch Stereo, Dolby Digital Stereo Creater
- Microphone/Speaker : Built-in Zoom Microphone; Monaural Speaker
- Mic Level Control : Yes (2steps)
- Still Image File Format : DCF Ver. 2.0 compatible, Exif Ver. 2.3 compatible, MPF Baseline compatible
- Wind Noise Reduction : Yes (Off /On)
- Wind Position : Yes (Auto)
Weights and Measurements
- Dimensions (Approx.) : Approx. 2 1/8inch x 2 1/4inch x 4 7/8inch (52.5mm x57mm x123.5mm)
- Weight(Approx) (Main unit only) : Approx. 8.8 oz (250g)
Power
- Battery Type : InfoLITHIUM with AccuPower Meter System (NP-FV50)
- Power Requirements : 7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)
- Power Consumption (in Operation) : HD: 2.5W; STD: 2.3W
Service and Warranty Information
- Limited Warranty Term : Limited Warranty --- 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor
LCD Display
- LCD Type : 3.0" Clear Photo LCD PLUS display (230K)
- 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
Software
- Supplied Software : PMB Ver. 5.5 Supports Windows XP Service Pack3 (SP3) (32bit), Windows Vista Service Pack2 (SP2) (32bit/ 64bit), Windows 7. PMB software is not supported by Mac OS.
- 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.
In the Box
- Power Cord (1)
- CD-ROM ("Handycam" Application Software) (1)
- Rechargeable Battery Pack (NP-FV50) (1)
- Component A/V Cable (1)
- "Operating Guide" (1)
- AC adaptor (AC-L200) (1)
- USB Connection Support Cable (1)
