General
Product TypeCamcorder - 1080p
Camcorder Sensor Resolution2.37 Mpix
Effective Video Resolution2.07 Mpix
Effective Photo Resolution2.07 Mpix
Widescreen Video CaptureYes
Camcorder Media TypeFlash card
Optical Sensor TypeCMOS
Optical Sensor Size1/3"
Optical Zoom10 x
Digital Zoom6 x
Image ProcessorDIGIC DV III
Image StabilizerOptical
Auto FocusTTL contrast detection
Digital Video FormatMPEG-2
Image Recording FormatJPEG
Audio Signal FormatPCM
FeaturesSMPTE Color Bars, selectable frame rates, SMPTE Time Code, zebra pattern, waveform monitor
AV InterfacesComposite video/audio, HDMI
Min Illumination0.7 lux
Exposure ModesProgram, automatic, manual
White BalanceCustom, automatic, presets
White Balance PresetsTungsten light, daylight, 2000K - 15000K (100K steps)
Max Shutter Speed1/2000 sec
Min Shutter Speed1/18 sec
Gain Selection+12 dB, +18 dB, +3 dB, +6 dB, 0 dB, -3 dB, + 9 dB, +15 dB, +24 dB, +21 dB, +33 dB
Type10 x zoom lens - 4.25 - 42.5 mm - f/1.8-2.8
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera30.4 - 304mm
Focus AdjustmentAutomatic, manual
Min Focus Distance23.6 in
Macro Focus Range0.8 in
Zoom AdjustmentMotorized drive
Lens Construction10 groups / 12 elements
Filter Size58 mm
FeaturesBuilt-in neutral density filter
Low Lux / Night ModeYes
Additional FeaturesUSB 2.0 compatibility, digital noise reduction, progressive scanning, interval shooting mode, takes photos while movie recording, Pre-Rec function, face detection, 25p Cinema Mode, Exif Print support
Viewfinder TypeElectronic
Viewfinder Color SupportColor
Viewfinder Diagonal Size0.24"
Viewfinder Resolution260,000 pixels
Field Coverage100%
Dioptric Correction Range-5 to +2
Image Aspect Ratio16:9
FeaturesTilting
Type3.5" LCD display
Resolution920,000 pixels
Display FeaturesRotating
Microphone Operation ModeStereo
Microphone FeaturesSensitivity control
Connector Type1 x headphones ( mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ) 1 x audio input ( 3 pin XLR ) 1 x Hi-Speed USB ( mini-USB Type B ) 1 x composite video/audio output ( mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole ) 1 x component video output 1 x HDMI output ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) 1 x DC power input 1 x Control-L (LANC) ( sub-mini phone stereo 2.5 mm ) TC input / output 1 x Genlock ( BNC ) 1 x HD/SD-SDI output ( BNC )
Memory Card SlotCompactFlash Card, SD card
Peripheral DevicesUSB port, CD-ROM drive
Included AccessoriesLens hood, camcorder shoulder strap, lens cap, microphone holder, component video cable, IR remote control, power adapter with battery charger
Details1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( included )
Memory Card SlotCompactFlash Card, SD card
Supported Memory CardsCompactFlash
Image StorageJPEG 1920 x 1280 JPEG 1280 x 720
Width5.5 in
Depth10.6 in
Height7.5 in
Weight2.4 lbs
Min Operating Temperature23 °F
Max Operating Temperature113 °F