Sony HDR-CX405 Black
MPN: HDRCX405/B | EAN: 4548736016804 | Model: HDR-CX405
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Choosist's Ratings
Kind of Camera
The Camcorder is purpose-built for long video recording sessions to capture your memories and special occasions.
Photography Skillset
Point and shoot - If you're not quite the expert yet or you're just getting started in the world of photography, the Sony HDR-CX405 will satisfy your needs.
Video skill level
Casual videos - If the technicalities involved in altering video settings are not a priority, then this Sony device is a very good option!
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Video Scenarios
Streaming video live is a great way to share your experiences and this camera from Sony provides a couple of connectivity options to help you with this.
For those special occasions, this Sony camera is a great companion as you traverse the floor. It comes with an Image Stabilizer which helps maintain a steady shot while recording.
Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Sony HDR-CX405 is a great companion to have.
For the YouTubers - This is a good choice for your video recordings because in addition to it's excellent Image Sensor Size (25.4 x 5.8 mm mm), it comes with an in-built image stablizer that ensures your shots remain steady.
Other Video needs
If you're looking for that silky-smooth rendering of your videos, this camera has got it as its able to handle 60 FPS at 1080p resolutions.
Low light recording can be tricky, however this camera has got what it takes to help you through that. This is because its minimum aperture number combined with it's maximum ISO sensitivity can produce crispy images with minimal noise.
Photo Scenarios
As you go about your business each day, there are moments or situations that come up that you'll want to capture on camera. The Sony HDR-CX405 makes for a great partner for taking those everyday shots, whether planned or spontaneous.
Its important to ensure the celebrant (or special guests) are in clear view in every photo taken. Keeping them in focus while they're moving about is one of the great features that comes with the HDR-CX405.
Taking photos while underwater is a lot of fun. You'll be able to bathe the subject of your photograph with the colours and hues only found when taking shots in an aquatic environment.
Sometimes while on sightseeing or on a tour, you can only observe things from a distance. Which is why the zoom capability on this camera comes in handy in that situation.
To capture mother nature in her full beauty requires a good eye and a camera that can adequately handle landscape scenarios. This model from Sony is good fit as it's got the ability to focus on multiple parts of your picture frame.
Style
Whether you want to blend in, or have a camera that doesn’t attract unwanted attention, the basic design of the HDR-CX405 fits the bill.
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Product Description
Blending high-level performance and everyday convenience, the Sony HDR-CX405 lets you capture life's unforgettable moments in beautiful motion. When it comes to quality, this handheld camcorder is able to record exceptional video in Full HD 1080p, boasting smooth picture with up to 60 frames per second. Thanks to the 9.2MP CMOS sensor and BIONZ X image processor, you're also able to capture high-resolution still images when the moment calls for it. Equipped with an impressive 30x Optical Zoom, distance will never come between you and the shot you want ever again. Elsewhere, the intelligent Face Detection technology can recognize up to eight individuals and adjusts flash, focus, exposure and white balance for deliver optimal lighting in all photos. Whether you're filming a documentary or capturing home movies, you'll appreciate the compact body frame that weighs just 215g. The convenience continues with the built-in USB cable that allows for easy file transfer and charging.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Design | |
| Camcorder Type | Handheld camcorder |
| Product Colour | Black |
| Camera | |
| Aperture Priority AE | Yes |
| Aperture Range (F-F) | 1.8-4.0 |
| Image Formats Supported | EXIF, JPEG |
| Minimum Illumination | 3 lx |
| Scene Modes | Fireworks, Landscape (scenery), Portrait, Spotlight, Beach, Snow |
| Scene Modes Present | Yes |
| Self-timer Delay | 10 s |
| Shooting Modes | Auto, Movie, Scene |
| White Balance | Auto, Indoor, Outdoor |
| Focusing | |
| Auto Focus | Yes |
| Face Detection | Yes |
| Focus Adjustment | Auto/Manual |
| Manual Focus | Yes |
| Light Exposure | |
| Light Exposure Modes | Auto |
| Manual Exposure | Yes |
| Shutter | |
| Camera Shutter Speed | 1/25 - 1/10000 s |
| Continuous Shooting Mode | Yes |
| Video | |
| Camcorder Media Type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
| HD Type | Full HD |
| Live stream capable | 1 |
| Maximum Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Video Formats Supported | AVC, AVCHD, H.264, MPEG4 |
| Video Recording | Yes |
| Audio | |
| Audio Formats Supported | AAC-LC, LPCM |
| Audio System | Dolby Digital 2.0 |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Built-in Speaker(s) | Yes |
| PCM Digital Audio | 16-bit/48 kHz |
| Lens System | |
| Digital Zoom | 350 x |
| Focal Length (35mm Film Equivalent) | 26.8 - 804 mm |
| Focal Length Range (f-f) | 1.9 - 57 mm |
| Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 804 mm |
| Minimum Aperture Number | 1.8 |
| Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 26.8 mm |
| Optical Zoom | 30 x |
| Storage | |
| Camcorder Tape Type | N |
| Compatible Memory Cards | MicroSD (TransFlash), MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
| Disc Types Supported | N |
| Display | |
| Built-in Display | Yes |
| Display | LCD |
| Display Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Display Diagonal | 2.7 |
| Display Resolution (numeric) | 230400 pixels |
| Vari-angle LCD Display | Yes |
| Sensor | |
| Effective Megapixels (movie) | 2.29 MP |
| Image Sensor Size | 1/5.8 |
| Image Sensor Size (W X H) | 25.4 x 5.8 mm |
| Optical Sensor Size | 1/5.8 " |
| Sensor Format | Cropped |
| Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Total Megapixels | 9.2 MP |
| Technical Details | |
| Image Processor | BIONZ X |
| Other Features | |
| Effective Megapixels (image) | 2.29 MP |
| Stabilizer | Yes |
| Ports & Interfaces | |
| Composite Video Out | 1 |
| HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity | 1 |
| HDMI Ports Quantity | Yes |
| USB 2.0 Type-A Ports Quantity | 1 |
| USB Charging | Yes |
| Battery | |
| Battery Technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery Type | NP-BX1 |
| Charging Source | AC, USB |
| Weight & Dimensions | |
| Depth | 128 mm |
| Height | 595 mm |
| Weight | 215 g |
| Width | 540 mm |
| Picture Quality | |
| Maximum Image Resolution | 4032 x 2272 pixels |
| Still Image Resolution(s) | 640 x 4801920 x 10803024 x 22724032 x 2272 |
