Description
Beyond high technology, Handycam performance relies on closer attention to human factors. Such as the flexibility to create, shape, share, and discover better ways for images to really move you. Plus, the focus on more carefree yet functional approaches to get to the heart of a subject. The integrity of Sony's know-how is dedicated to more fun and exciting movie-making, from start to finish.
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For family fun and a whole lot more
Beyond high technology, Handycam performance relies on closer attention to human factors. Such as the flexibility to create, shape, share, and discover better ways for images to really move you. Plus, the focus on more carefree yet functional approaches to get to the heart of a subject. The integrity of Sony's know-how is dedicated to more fun and exciting movie-making, from start to finish. -
Optical SteadyShot with Intelligent Active Mode
Shoot steady movie images even while walking or zooming. Advanced image stabilization compensates for camera shake more effectively compared to standard mode. -
See life
At the intersection of visionary technology and design, Handycam image quality reigns supreme. A ZEISS lens, Exmor R CMOS image sensor and BIONZ X image processing engine are the essence of picture performance. -
Optical zoom and clear image zoom
Images look very sharp and less degraded even beyond optical zoom range. -
For higher image qualities and capture capacity
Based on the professional XAVC HD format, the XAVC S format for consumer use supports high-bit rate for recording high-resolution, action-filled HD movies.
Specifications
Summary
- Product Description
- Sony Handycam HDR-CX405 - camcorder - Carl Zeiss - storage: flash card
- Product Type
- Camcorder - 1080p - widescreen
- Lens Included
- Carl Zeiss
- Media Type
- Flash card
- Memory Card Slot
- Memory Stick Micro (M2) card, microSD card
- Image Processor
- BIONZ X
- Sensor Resolution
- 2.51 MP
- Effective Sensor Resolution
- Video: 2.29 MP - Photo: 2.29 MP
- Max Video Resolution
- 1920 x 1080
- Lens System
- Zoom lens - 30x zoom - 1.9 - 57 mm - f/1.8-4.0 Vario-Tessar
- Focus Adjustment
- Automatic, manual
- Min Focus Distance
- 1 cm
- Digital Zoom
- 350x
- Image Stabiliser
- Optical (Steady Shot with Intelligent Active Mode)
- Display
- LCD display - 2.7"
- Supported Battery
- 1 x Sony NP-BX1 Li-ion rechargeable battery - 1240 mAh (included)
- Interface
- Composite video/audio, HDMI, USB 2.0
- Colour
- Black
- Dimensions (WxDxH)
- 5.4 cm x 12.8 cm x 5.95 cm
- Weight
- 215 g
Detailed Specification
General
- Product Type
- Camcorder - 1080p
- Lens Included
- Carl Zeiss
- Enclosure Colour
- Black
- Camcorder Type
- Consumer
- Camcorder Sensor Resolution
- 2.51 MP
- Sensor Qty
- 1 CMOS
- Effective Video Resolution
- 2.29 MP
- Effective Photo Resolution
- 2.29 MP
- Camcorder Interpolated Photo Resolution
- 9.2 MP
- Widescreen Video Capture
- Yes
- Camcorder Media Type
- Flash card
- Optical Sensor Type
- Exmor R CMOS
- Optical Sensor Size
- 1/5.8"
- Optical Zoom
- 30x
- Digital Zoom
- 350x
- Video Recording Modes
- LP, FH, HQ, FX, PS
- Image Processor
- BIONZ X
- Image Stabiliser
- Optical (Steady Shot with Intelligent Active Mode)
- Built-in Optical Image Stabiliser
- Yes
- Face Detection
- Yes
- Surround Sound
- Dolby Digital AC-3 (2 channel) recording
- Print Standard
- Exif Print support
- Auto Focus
- TTL contrast detection
- Face Detection
- Smile Shutter
- Digital Video Format
- AVCHD, H.264, XAVC S
- Image Recording Format
- JPEG
- Max Video Resolution
- 1920 x 1080
- Audio Signal Format
- Dolby Digital AC-3 (2 channel), Linear PCM, AAC
- Interface
- Composite video/audio, HDMI, USB 2.0
Exposure & White Balance
- Min Illumination
- 3 lux
- Exposure Modes
- Programme, automatic, manual
- Shooting Programs
- Spotlight, landscape, portrait mode, fireworks, night scene, beach, snow, sunrise & sunset
- White Balance
- Custom, automatic, presets
- White Balance Presets
- Indoor, outdoor
- Max Shutter Speed
- 1/10000 sec
- Min Shutter Speed
- 1/6 sec
Lens System
- Type
- Carl Zeiss zoom lens - 30x zoom - 1.9 - 57 mm - f/1.8-4.0 Vario-Tessar
- Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera
- 26.8 - 804mm
- Focus Adjustment
- Automatic, manual
- Min Focus Distance
- 1 cm
- Zoom Adjustment
- Motorised drive
- Features
- Built-in lens shield
Additional Features
- Self-Timer Delay
- 10 sec
- Low Lux / Night Mode
- Yes
- Additional Features
- Built-in speaker, takes photos while film recording, face detection, USB charging, auto backlight compensation, Dolby Digital Stereo Creator, x.v.Colour technology, Intelligent AUTO (iAUTO), built-in USB plug, Motion Snapshot, simultaneous multi-format recording
Display
- Type
- 2.7" LCD display
- Display Format
- 230,400 pixels
- Display Form Factor
- Rotating (270°)
- Display Features
- Display brightness control
Microphone
- Microphone Operation Mode
- Stereo
- Microphone Features
- Zoom
Connections
- Connector Type
- USB 2.0 , Composite video/audio output , HDMI output (19 pin micro HDMI Type D)
Software
- Software
- Sony PlayMemories Home
Miscellaneous
- Included Accessories
- AC power adaptor, HDMI cable, USB extension cable
Battery
- Battery Type
- Sony NP-BX1 Lithium Ion - manufacturer-specific
- Details
- 1 x Sony NP-BX1 Li-ion rechargeable battery - 1240 mAh (included)
Memory / Storage
- Memory Card Slot
- Memory Stick Micro (M2) card, microSD card
- Supported Memory Cards
- microSD Card, microSDHC Card, Memory Stick Micro Mark2, microSDXC Card
- Image Storage
- JPEG 4032 x 2272 , JPEG 3024 x 2272 , JPEG 1920 x 1080 , JPEG 640 x 480
- Video Capture
- AVCHD - 1920 x 1080 - 50 fps - 28Mbps , AVCHD - 1920 x 1080 - 50 fps - 24Mbps , AVCHD - 1920 x 1080 - 50 fps - 17Mbps , AVCHD - 1440 x 1080 - 50 fps - 9Mbps , AVCHD - 1440 x 1080 - 50 fps - 5Mbps , H.264 - 1280 x 720 - 25 fps - 3Mbps , XAVC S - 1920 x 1080 - 50 fps - 50Mbps , XAVC S - 1920 x 1080 - 25 fps - 50Mbps
Dimensions & Weight
- Width
- 5.4 cm
- Depth
- 12.8 cm
- Height
- 5.95 cm
- Weight
- 215 g
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature
- 0 °C
- Max Operating Temperature
- 40 °C
