Sony HDR-CX560V High Definition Handycam Camcorder (Black)
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Manufacturer: SonyModel: HDRCX560V
Color: Black
Product features:
- 1920x1080 Full HD 60p Recording w/12MP still image
- 64GB Flash Memory for up to 26 hours of recording
- Assignable Dial (Iris/Shutter/Exposure/WB/Focus)
- CinemaTone presets and 24p recording for cinematic quality video
- Wide Angle G lens (26.3mm) to capture everything you want
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Customer Review: Sony Handycam HDR-CX560V Review
Summary: 5 Stars
I want to start off by saying this is an excellent camcorder. I absolutely love the video and audio quality that is produced. The setup is pretty straight forward but I find myself referring to the manual when I want to do special things like change the scene. It's supposed to do this automatically but I have yet to see my device change its setting from default automatically. The software guys did an excellent job with separating out all of the different functions. You can almost get away without ever using the user manual if you just want to do simple things. I am also very impressed with the Optical steadyshot feature. If you're going to be walking around or recording a live sporting game then this is a must have feature.
A few of the things I didn't like about this camcorder is that sometimes the touch screen can be unresponsive at time. I find myself pushing the same button a few times before the camcorder register it. This is not a major concern but it does happen from time to time. When shooting in very low light situations, I was not impressed with the Back-illuminated "Exmor R" CMOS sensor. Maybe I was expecting to capture footage beyond 8 feet but it works great if your subject is less than 8 feet away. I'm new to the camcorder world so maybe 8 feet is excellent. I don't know.
A word of caution for Mac users, you will be hard pressed using this device. As you know, the CD that comes with this camcorder is not compatible with a Mac. Furthermore, the certain video formats is not compatible with imovie either. You would need another program to convert these files if you want to use/view them in imovie. However, this is such an excellent camcorder that overcoming these drawbacks is well worth the superior video footage you get.
Overall, this is a top notch product. Anyone wanting to record their own events would be happy with this device. Items that I wish were included would be a Mini HDMI cable. Without this cable you will be forced to use the component video for playback on HDTV sets. If recording in 24p is not something you really need, then I would suggest going with the HDR-CX550
Description of Sony HDR-CX560V High Definition Handycam Camcorder (Black)
With its back-illuminated "Exmor R" CMOS sensor, the HDR-CX560V HD Handycam Camcorder delivers superior low-light video. Full HD 60p/24p recording capabilities offer incredibly detailed playback of your precious memories. The wide angle Sony G Lens lets you capture more of the action with sharp images and brilliant, accurate colors. Also equipped with 64GB embedded Flash memory, you can record and store up to 26 hours of high-definition video footage (HD LP mode). A vibrant 3.0" touch-screen display lets you compose and view your shots while a built-in GPS receiver gives you the ability to view your current location on the LCD map display, as well as "tag" your shooting locations. FEATURES: 1920x1080 Full HD 60p Recording w/12MP still image capture - The Sony HDR-CX560V offers 1920 x 1080 high definition resolution letting you record your memories in exceptional Full High Definition quality. Capable of 60p recording and playback via HDMI and compatible HDTV providing stunning clarity and incredibly detailed playback of your memories. Cinematone presets and 24p recording for cinematic quality video - For extra control over image expression, Cinematone technology is used to deepen the color and recreate film-like color tones. Combined with 24p recording, you'll have some of the tools you need to fulfill your need for cinematic expression. 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. Tracking Focus follows selected subject - Tracking Focus works as an extension of Face Detection to allow you to select an objeCamcorders
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