{"id":17400,"date":"2011-02-24T06:55:36","date_gmt":"2011-02-23T22:55:36","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/techielobang.com\/blog\/?p=17400"},"modified":"2011-02-24T06:59:44","modified_gmt":"2011-02-23T22:59:44","slug":"sony-2011-handycam-line-up-with-price-and-availabilty","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/techielobang.com\/blog\/2011\/02\/24\/sony-2011-handycam-line-up-with-price-and-availabilty\/","title":{"rendered":"Sony 2011 Handycam Line up with Price and Availabilty"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Sony has introduced a range of Handycam in the year 2011. Some of them that are worth mentioning are their first 3D Handycam HDR-TD10 and their first Handycam with Projector, HDR-PJ series (see main picture). Press Release after the break. Sadly, although the title of my blog post mention pricing, there is only one confirmed pricing in the list. The rest of it, we will have to wait.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/02\/HDR-PJ50V_Projector_BK-1200_lg.jpg\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"17403\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/techielobang.com\/blog\/2011\/02\/24\/sony-2011-handycam-line-up-with-price-and-availabilty\/hdr-pj50v_projector_bk-1200_lg\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/02\/HDR-PJ50V_Projector_BK-1200_lg.jpg?fit=540%2C380&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"540,380\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"HDR-PJ50V_Projector_BK-1200_lg\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/02\/HDR-PJ50V_Projector_BK-1200_lg.jpg?fit=300%2C211&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/02\/HDR-PJ50V_Projector_BK-1200_lg.jpg?fit=540%2C380&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-17403 aligncenter\" title=\"HDR-PJ50V_Projector_BK-1200_lg\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/02\/HDR-PJ50V_Projector_BK-1200_lg.jpg?resize=540%2C380\" alt=\"\" width=\"540\" height=\"380\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/02\/HDR-PJ50V_Projector_BK-1200_lg.jpg?w=540&amp;ssl=1 540w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/02\/HDR-PJ50V_Projector_BK-1200_lg.jpg?resize=300%2C211&amp;ssl=1 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h1><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Press Release<\/span><\/h1>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Sony Reinvents Its Handycam Camcorder Line with a Full HD 3D Solution Among Other Breakthrough Models <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Built-in projector models<\/em><em> and camcorders for videography enthusiasts also join industry-leading video capture family<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Singapore, 22 February 2011 \u2013 <\/strong>Sony South East Asia unveiled  today a lineup of Handycam camcorders that redefines the way consumers  capture video and photos, including its first foray into the consumer  world of 3D.\u00a0 Sony is the only company that can deliver motion pictures  and live action sports in 3D \u2013 and then provide a similar experience to  consumers at home or on-the-go.<\/p>\n<p><strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Significant technological advancements enhance the new camcorder  portfolio, yielding innovative devices that offer unique digital imaging  solutions.\u00a0 In addition to a Full HD 3D Handycam camcorder, a built-in  projector model and a model for video enthusiasts highlight Sony\u2019s  arsenal of camcorders.\u00a0 But both high definition and standard definition  options are feature-packed from the bottom of the line to the top.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe new Handycam lineup this year truly redefines the camcorder with  innovative new technologies,\u201d says Mr. Taisuke Nakanishi, Managing  Director of Sony South East Asia. \u201cAs yet another exciting addition to  the 3D solutions offered by Sony, our Handycam products answer consumer  needs as well as create new demand, setting Sony apart from the  competition.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>Handycam Headliners: <\/strong><strong>Full HD <\/strong><strong>3D, Projection, Film-Like Production<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Creating a new standard in video creation and playback, new additions to the Handycam<sup> <\/sup>family  bring 3D technology, built-in projector and video solutions to Sony\u2019s  industry-leading high definition lineup.\u00a0 Strengthening its 3D  portfolio, Sony\u2019s HDR-TD10 is the world\u2019s first \u201cDouble Full HD\u201d 3D  consumer camcorder. The camcorder employs an integrated dual lens  system, which includes two of each key component &#8211; double Sony G Lenses,  double \u201cExmor R\u201d CMOS sensors, and double \u201cBIONZ\u201d image processors.\u00a0  The dual recording system yields the ability for 3D content to be played  back in Full HD 2D automatically on non-3D displays, while 3D footage  can be played back without glasses on the camcorder\u2019s crisp Xtra Fine  3.5-inch 3D LCD touch screen. You can also play Full HD 3D videos on any  3D capable HDTV.\u00a0 In addition to other innovative features, 10x optical  zoom with Optical SteadyShot (Active Mode; available only at the wide  end) and iAUTO are offered in 3D mode.<\/p>\n<p>Sony\u2019s new Handycam camcorders with built-in projector offer the  ultimate playback experience.\u00a0 A projector is built into the 3-inch LCD  panel, maintaining the camcorder\u2019s compact size, and allows video and  images to be projected at up to 60\u201d (diagonally when projected 3 metres  away) onto walls, ceilings, or other flat surface.\u00a0 Stereo speakers with  Clear Phase and S-Master digital amplifier produce clear, dynamic sound  and when combined with the integrated projector, a whole new way to  enjoy video playback without needing to plug into an HDTV is achieved.\u00a0  Three models of Handycam camcorders with built-in projectors are  available &#8211; the HDR-PJ50 with a 220GB Hard Disk Drive, HDR-PJ30 with  32GB of flash memory, and HDR-PJ10 with 16GB of flash memory.<\/p>\n<p>Sony also introduced the professional-level HDR-CX700 with 96GB of  flash memory and hallmark Handycam features \u2013 \u201cExmor R\u201d CMOS Sensor,  Wide Angle Sony Lens G, Optical SteadyShot\u2122 with Active Mode, Highlight  Playback, Face Detection, iAUTO \u2013 and a wealth of new technologies like  50p\/25p recording (60p\/24p for NTSC region), PMB portable (becomes  compatible with Mac from April), built-in USB cable, Tracking Focus, and  Event Browse for automatic grouping of your content by events for easy  playback.<\/p>\n<p>Borrowing from Sony\u2019s professional broadcast range, the HDR-CX700V\u00a0  boasts film-like shooting with 25p recording (24p for NTSC region),  along with CinemaTone Gamma\u2122 and CinemaTone Color\u2122 presets, as well as  advanced features such as Expanded Focus, Zebra and Peaking settings for  more precise video expressions.\u00a0 Additionally, a newly developed 16:9  \u201cExmor R\u201d CMOS sensor realizes wide angle of up to 26.3mm (35mm  equivalent) and higher megapixels for video and photos.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Advanced Optics &amp; Intelligent Features<\/strong><em> <\/em><\/p>\n<p>With sleek designs and best-in-class features such as its high-speed BIONZ<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> imaging processor, Sony\u2019s camcorder family offers unparalleled  performance.\u00a0 Across the lineup, the following technologies will be  integrated:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>iAUTO for automatic selection of optimal camcorder settings in  different environments by detecting the camcorder\u2019s surroundings and  continually optimizing settings in real-time for a variety of unique  scenes<\/li>\n<li>Extended Zoom for longer zooming capability, in addition to Optical zoom<\/li>\n<li>Wide Angle lens to capture everything you want (HD models only)<\/li>\n<li>Event Browse for automatic grouping of your content by events for easy playback (HD models only)<\/li>\n<li>Highlight Playback &amp; Share to easily create a highlight reel \u00a0(HD models only)<\/li>\n<li>Direct Copy to create your own video library on external HDD without a PC<\/li>\n<li>Built-in USB cable and software for easy web upload and quick charge (except HDR-TD10)<\/li>\n<li>Large 3-inch LCD display for easy viewing and touch operation (HDR-TD10 has a 3.5 inch LCD)<\/li>\n<li>Auto lens cover &amp; power-on just by opening the LCD<\/li>\n<li>Optical SteadyShot\u2122 image stabilization with Active Mode in HD  models and SteadyShot with Active Mode in SD models, reducing the  effects of hand shake for dramatically smoother video footage even while  walking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sony continues to offer superior engineering in its HD models, even  at entry level.\u00a0 In addition to the above, all new HD Handycam models  will feature the back-illuminated \u201cExmor R\u201d CMOS sensor for stunning low  light performance, Golf Shot for a rendering of your swing in up to 22  images, Wide Angle G Lens (26.3mm for HDR-CX700; 29.8mm for the rest of  HD models), and 50p (60p for NTSC region) recording, in addition to  capturing content in full 1920 x 1080 high-definition video recording at  up to 24Mbps, the highest bit-rate offered by the AVCHD format.\u00a0 All HD  Handycam camcorders will also be equipped with a new feature called  Tracking Focus, which maintains focus of moving objects.\u00a0 Similar to  Face Touch, where you can select a person in the frame to be  prioritized, you can touch a subject in the shot, such as dog or  vehicle.<\/p>\n<h6>A vital part of good video is optimal sound, and with deep roots in audio innovation, Sony brings exceptional sound to more of its camcorder models.\u00a0 Now many Handycam camcorders will be equipped with a high quality built-in microphone with 5.1ch surround system, stereo speakers with Clear Phase and S-Master technology, wind noise reduction, and a mic\/HP jack.<\/h6>\n<h6><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">.<\/span><\/h6>\n<p><strong>High-Definition Lineup<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Sony will offer attractive entry-level HD camcorder options in  both hard drive (HDR-XR160) and flash memory (HDR-CX130) formats. <\/strong>The  HDR-XR160 features a 160GB hard drive for up to 66 hours of HD video  (LP mode), while the HDR-CX130 which is available in black, blue and  silver, allows for customizable capacity with the purchase of a memory  card.<\/p>\n<p>These camcorders are packed with features including:<\/p>\n<pre>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 1\/4\u201d \"Exmor R\" CMOS Sensor with \u201cClearVid\u201d array<\/pre>\n<pre>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 30X optical zoom lens and 42X extended zoom<\/pre>\n<pre>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 3.3-megapixel still photos<\/pre>\n<pre>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 29.8mm Wide Angle G Lens (35mm equivalent, video mode)<\/pre>\n<pre>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Wind Noise Reduction<\/pre>\n<pre>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Mic jack (except HDR-CX130)<\/pre>\n<pre>\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 5.1 microphone and stereo speaker (HDR-XR160 only)<\/pre>\n<p><strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Standard Definition Models<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sony refreshed its standard-definition lineup with three new flash  memory-based models offering up to 16GB of capacity, such as the  DCR-SX45, available in blue, black and silver, which allows for  customizable capacity with the purchase of a memory card.\u00a0 These  high-performance models have features found across the line, including a  built-in USB cable and PMB portable software, 3-inch LCD touch panel  wide screen (230K resolution), SteadyShot<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> image  stabilization with Active Mode, Direct Copy, Carl Zeiss\u00ae lens, auto lens  cover, iAUTO, and Extended Zoom. They also employ 60x optical zoom,  Face Detection, and an on-board video light.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Better Storage and Post-shooting Options<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>In addition to the hard disk drive or built-in flash memory, all of Sony\u2019s new camcorders can record <\/strong>video and still images directly to Memory Stick PRO Duo\u2122 media, Secure Digital (SD), or SDHC media card (all sold separately).<\/p>\n<p>Also featured on all HD and SD models, the Direct Copy feature lets  you copy footage directly from Handycam camcorders to any brand of  external hard disk drive (USB2.0; under2TB) via a USB cable (VMC-UAM1;  sold separately), when connected to AC power, for PC-free back-up and  archiving.\u00a0 Video stored on the external HDD can be played back through  the camcorder for viewing on a compatible TV.\u00a0 The Handycam camcorders  are also compatible with Sony\u2019s VRD-MC6 Multi-Function DVD Recorder, as  well as the VRD-P1 DVDirect\u00ae Express DVD writer<strong>,<\/strong> offering quick and easy ways to transfer home videos directly to DVD without a computer.<\/p>\n<p>Handycam camcorders are compatible with PC. For PC users, the bundled  Picture Motion Browser (\u201cPMB\u201d) software allows viewing, editing,  organizing and uploading images to many major video and photo sharing  Web sites.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Availability and suggested retail pricing of Sony\u2019s new Handycam range in Singapore:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/02\/sony_handycam_availability1.jpg\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"17404\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/techielobang.com\/blog\/2011\/02\/24\/sony-2011-handycam-line-up-with-price-and-availabilty\/sony_handycam_availability-2\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/02\/sony_handycam_availability1.jpg?fit=481%2C179&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"481,179\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"sony_handycam_availability\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/02\/sony_handycam_availability1.jpg?fit=300%2C111&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/02\/sony_handycam_availability1.jpg?fit=481%2C179&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-17404 aligncenter\" title=\"sony_handycam_availability\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/02\/sony_handycam_availability1.jpg?resize=481%2C179\" alt=\"\" width=\"481\" height=\"179\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/02\/sony_handycam_availability1.jpg?w=481&amp;ssl=1 481w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/02\/sony_handycam_availability1.jpg?resize=300%2C111&amp;ssl=1 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 481px) 100vw, 481px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Facebook\u00ae is a registered trademark of Facebook Inc. YouTube and Picasa are trademarks of Google Inc.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"> <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">About Sony Electronics (Singapore) &amp; Sony South East Asia<\/span><\/strong><strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sony Electronics (Singapore) was established on 1<sup>st<\/sup> October 1999 with business activities comprising engineering and  manufacturing, sales and marketing, and logistics and information  systems. \u00a0As part of Sony Electronics (Singapore), Sony South East Asia  is responsible for the marketing and sales of consumer products in  Singapore, as well as for business and professional products in  Singapore and\u00a0other countries in the South East Asia region. It also  handles export business for consumer products from Singapore to various  parts of Asia. Since establishing our presence in Singapore in 1973, we  have grown steadily over the years to become a leader in the consumer  electronics market. For more information on Sony\u2019s products and services  in Singapore, please visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sony.com.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/www.sony.com.sg\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>About make.believe<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u201cmake.believe\u201d (make dot believe) is a Group-wide brand message that  unites Sony\u2019s communications initiatives across electronics, games,  movies, music, mobile phones and network services. \u201cmake.believe\u201d  symbolises the spirit of Sony \u2013 the power of creativity, the ability to  turn ideas into reality and the belief that anything you can imagine,  you can make real.<br \/>\n[ad#boxlist]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sony has introduced a range of Handycam in the year 2011. 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