Sony HDR-CX260V-B, HDR-CX260V Marketing Specifications

HDR-CX260V/B

Create stunningly beautiful 1920x1080p Full HD video with the Sony
Handycam
movies with With Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization with
Active Mode. Back-illuminated Exmor R

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HDR-CX260V camcorder. Take the shake out of your

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CMOS sensor provides
excellent low light capabilities while the wide angle G lens lets you
get more in your shot. .

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• 1920x1080 Full HD 60p Recording w/8.9MP still image

• 16GB embedded Flash Memory for up to 5 hours of recording

• Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization w/ Active Mode

• 30x Optical / 55x Extended Zoom to get even closer to the action

• Back-illuminated Exmor R

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CMOS sensor for superb low-light video

• Wide Angle G Lens to capture everything you want

• 3.0” Xtra Fine LCD™ display (921K) w/TruBlack™ technology

• Built-in USB cable for easy le transfer/charge

• Intelligent Auto (180 dierent scene combinations possible)

• Face detection with voice enhancement and noise reduction

• Tracking Focus follows selected subjects

• Built-in mic jack for quality audio enhancement

• Event Browse groups video/stills by events automatically

• Highlight Playback creates movies with transitions for you

• Wind noise reduction for clear voice recording

• Geotagging with built-in GPS receiver & NAVTEQ

• Direct Copy to external HDD without PC

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Features

1920x1080 Full HD 60p Recording w/8.9MP still image capture

The Sony® HDR-CX260V oers 1920 x 1080 high denition resolution letting you record your
memories in exceptional Full High Denition quality. Capable of 60p recording and playback via
HDMI™ and compatible HDTV4 providing stunning clarity and incredibly detailed and smoother
playback of your memories.

16GB embedded Flash Memory for up to 5 hours of recording

The built-in 16GB1 embedded Flash memory can record and store up to 5 hours of high denition
video footage (HD LP mode).

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.

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.

Back-illuminated Exmor R® CMOS sensor for superb low-light video

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Experience stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced
grain with Sony’s back-illuminated Exmor R
camcorders, the Exmor R

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CMOS sensor relocates the photo diodes above the support circuitry,

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CMOS sensor. Designed for compact cameras and

maximizing the light gathering area per pixel so you can shoot with better results in lower lighting
conditions.

Wide Angle G lens to capture more of what 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 length in
Photo and Video Modes oers a broader perspective for enhanced wide angle shooting.

3.0” touch-screen Clear Photo LCD Plus™ display (230K)

The 3.0” Clear Photo LCD Plus™ screen displays sharp, bright, vivid images, letting you compose
a shot more easily -- even outdoors, while enabling you to change settings to best represent the
scene.

Built-in USB cable for easy le transfer/charge

The high-speed, built-in USB 2.0 cable allows for easy connection to your computer for charging
or le transfer without having to remember separate cables. It also ts conveniently into the
hand strap so it’s out of the way until you need it. Charging your camcorder is faster than ever
now through the USB; for every two minutes of charge time you get one minute of recording
time.

Intelligent Auto (180 dierent 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 and wind
noise reduction. There are 180 dierent combinations possible: Landscape, Backlight, Twilight,
Spotlight, Low light, Macro, Portait, Baby, Walk, Tripod, Wind Noise Reduction. Thie camcorder
utilizes an advanced sound processor and sophisticated noise reduction algorithms to reduce
wind noise by up to 10db compared to other models. In addition to reducing low frequency
noise, iAuto also suppresses mid- and upper-frequency noise, resulting in clearer, more enjoyable
sound.

Tracking Focus follows selected subjects in/out of the frame

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, even if it leaves the frame and
returns.

Expanded recording/monitoring with mic/headphone jack

Features dedicated mic and headphone inputs for expanded audio recording options and
convenient monitoring of audio with headphones (external microphones and headphones sold
separately).

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.

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 identies 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

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.

Geotagging with built-in GPS receiver & NAVTEQ® maps

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A built-in GPS receiver7 makes the HDR-CX260V an ideal choice for travelers. The receiver gives
you the ability to view your current location on the LCD map display, as well as “tag” your
shooting locations. Tagged videos and still images can be reviewed and played back using
the Map Index function on the camcorder or once downloaded to your PC using the supplied
PlayMemories Home soware

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. Additionally, the receiver automatically adjusts your camcorder’s

clock to the proper time zone.

Direct Copy to external HDD without PC

Store your memories in a whole new way with the ability to copy videos from your camcorder
directly to an external hard disk drive
can also access videos stored on the external hard drive for playback on your HDTV

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(sold separately), all without a computer. Your camcorder

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, allowing

you to utilize the camcorder’s handy playback features.

55x 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.

Specications

Camera

Camera Type

Imaging Sensor

Imaging Sensor

Processor

Pixel Gross

Eective
Picture
Resolution

Color Filter
System

Recording

Media Type

Still Image
Mode

Still Image
Max Eective
Resolution

Still Image Size
16:9

Still Image Size
4:3

Video Format

Digital HD Video
Camera Recorder

1/3.91” (4.6mm)
Back-illuminated
Exmor R® CMOS
Sensor

BIONZ™ Image
processor

Approx. 5430K
pixels

Approx. 2230K
pixels (16:9)

ClearVid™ array

Internal Flash
Memory; Memory
Stick PRO Duo ™
(Mark 2); Memory
Stick PRO-HG Duo
™; SD/ SDHC/
SDXC Memory
Card (Class 4 or
Higher)

JPEG

8.9 megapixels

Movie mode:

8.9 megapixels
16:9 (3984x2240);
Photo mode: 8.9
megapixels 16:9
(3984x2240)

Movie mode:

6.7 megapixels
4:3 (2992x2240);
Photo mode: 6.7
megapixels 4:3
(2992x2240)

HD: MPEG4­AVC/H.264
AVCHD 2.0 format
compatible
(1080/60p:original
format); STD:
MPEG2-PS

Video Mode

Video
Resolution

Video Actual
(Pixel)

Video Signal

Recording and
Playback Times
(in Internal
Media)(2ch)

Photo Capture
from Movie

Dual Record

Audio Format

Microphone/
Speaker

Internal Media

HD PS: Approx.
28Mbps / FX:
Approx. 24Mbps
/ FH: Approx.
17Mbps / HQ:
Approx. 9Mbps
/ LP: Approx.
5Mbps; STD HQ:
9Mbps

HD:1920x1080/60
p(PS),60i(FX,FH),

Approx.2,230K
pixels(16:9),
Approx.1,670K
pixels(4:3)

NTSC color, EIA
standards

HD PS: Approx.
1h0m (Approx.
1h0m); HD FX:
Approx. 1h15m
(Approx. 1h15m);
HD FH: Approx.
1h40m (Approx.
1h40m); HD HQ:
Approx. 3h0m
(Approx. 2h15m);
HD LP: Approx.
5h15m (Approx.
4h20m); STD HQ:
Approx. 3h10m
(Approx. 2h55m)

2.1 megapixels
16:9 (1920x1080);

0.3 megapixels
4:3 (640x480); 0.2
megapixels pixels
16:9 (640x360)

8.9 megapixels
16:9(3984x2240);

4.5 megapixels
16:9(2816x1584);

2.1 megapixels
16:9 (1920x1080)

Dolby® Digital 2ch
Stereo, Dolby®
Digital Stereo
Creator

Built-in Zoom
Microphone;
Monoral Speaker

Flash Memory
16GB

Mic Level
Control

Still Image File
Format

Wind Noise
Reduction

Optics/Lens

Lens Type

Lens
Stabilization

Aperture

Optical Zoom

Digital Zoom

Focal Length
(35mm
equivalent)

Minimum Focus
Distance

Extended Zoom

Focal Distance

Steady Shot
Mode:Active

LCD Display

LCD Type

Angle
Adjustment

Yes (2steps)

DCF Ver. 2.0
compatible,
Exif Ver. 2.3
compatible,
MPF Baseline
compatible

Yes (O /On)

G Lens™

Optical
SteadyShot™
image stabilization
w/ Active mode
(Wide to Tele)

F1.8-3.4

30x

350x

Movie Mode:

29.8mm - 894mm
(16:9), 36.5mm­1095mm (4:3);
Photo Mode:

29.8mm - 894mm
(16:9), 36.5mm­1095mm (4:3)

Approx. 1cm
(Wide), Approx.
80cm (Tele),
Approx. 44cm
(Tele Macro)

55x

f = 2.1mm -

63.0mm; f
=3/32inch - 2
1/2inch

33.1-1820mm

3.0" Clear Photo
LCD display (230K)
Wide(16:9)

Opening Angle:
max. 90 deg.,
Turning Angle:
max. 270 deg.

Brightness
Control

Coverage

Grid Display

Touch Panel

Yes (Menu)

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Guide Frame

Yes

Focus Control

Focus System

AF Modes

Focus Area

Focus Features

AF Illuminator

Contrast AF

Auto / Manual
(Touch Panel)

Full range Focus /
Spot Focus

Tracking Focus

Yes

Exposure System

Metering
Modes

Exposure
Settings

Scene Mode(s)

D-Range
Optimizer

Multi-segment /
Spot

Auto; Flexible Spot
(Touch Panel)

Auto/Night
Scene/Sunrise &
Sunset/Fireworks/
Landscape/
Portrait/Spotlight/
Beach/Snow

Yes

Noise
Reduction

White Balance
Mode

Minimum
Illumination

Auto Iris Control

Backlight
Compensation

Gain Control

LOW LUX Mode

Drive System

Drive Mode

Self-timer

Yes

Auto / Onepush /
Outdoor / Indoor

Standard: 6 lux
(1/60 Shutter
Speed); Low Lux:
3 lux (1/30 Shutter
Speed)

F1.8 - F10

Yes (Auto)

Auto

Yes

Photo Mode:
Single-shot / Self­timer

10sec.(Still Image/
Golf Shot)

Self-timer: Approx.
10sec. (Still Image/
Golf Shot); Shutter
Speed (Standard):
1/60 - 1/10000;
Shutter Speed
Auto Control

Shutter Speeds

Range: 1/8 ­1/10000; Shutter
Speed (Smooth
Slow Rec):
1/250 - 1/10000
(Standard); Scene
Selection: 1/8 ­1/10000; LOW LUX:
1/30 - 1/10000

Convenience Features

Quick On

Manual / Auto
Lens Cover

S/S & Zoom
button on LCD

Red-Eye
Reduction

Fader Eect(s)

Date / Time
Stamp

Erase/Protect

Yes (Power On by
LCD)

Auto

Yes (Touch Panel)

Yes (On / O)

White / Black

Yes (Rec Date and
Time, Camera
info, Coordinates)

Yes / Yes

1. 1GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of which is used for data management functions

4. Requires HDTV and HDMI cable sold sep.

7. Map service requires PC with internet. Service provided by Google and subject to change without notice

9. For PC: Requires Microso® Windows® XP SP3/ Windows Vista® SP2/Windows 7. For Mac: Requires Mac OSX (v10.5-10.7)

13. Requires via VMC-UAM1 cable (sold separately), AC power for camcorder, and hard drive formatted in FAT-32. USB-hub not supported. External HHD/USB media should be less than

2TB(Terabytes).

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Features and specications are subject to change without notice. Sony, Optical Steady Shot, S-Master, TruBlack, and Xtra Fine LCD are trademar ks of Sony. Microso, Windows, and

Windows Vista are trademarks of Microso Corporation. HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. Dolby is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories. All other trademarks are
trademarks of their respective owners. /Updated: January 12, 2012