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The Camcorder is purpose-built for long video recording sessions to capture your memories and special occasions.
Keeping it simple - For someone who is not too bothered about technicalities, this Sony device works!
Casual videos - If the technicalities involved in altering video settings are not a priority, then this Sony device is a very good option!
Even though recording videos is a passion, you're not necessarily looking to go pro. You're content with making tweaks to a couple of settings to suit the shot you're about to take. The HDR-CX900 is very accessible which makes it suitable for this.
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.
Recording every moment of the day's events is precious and this device certainly delivers. While the camera is rolling it has a handy Image stabilization feature built-in.
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-CX900 is a great companion to have.
Self made video content - Whether its in a specialist niche or broad subject area, video content is king (or queen) these days. With an image sensor size of 13.2 x 8.8 mm (mm), this camera can deliver really good image quality in your videos. It's also got Wi-Fi so if you can still make your transfers even if you're not with your cables.
Slow motion recordings add an extra dimension of fun and entertainment. This camera comes with an in-built setting that enables this mode.
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.
There are times when you just want to take simple but great photos of things around you without bothering too much about camera settings. For that purpose, the HDR-CX900 is a really good choice.
Actions shots are for more engaging than people posing for a photograph at events. The Sony HDR-CX900 comes with Auto Focus Tracking which helps ensure people in motion still look sharp in your photos.
Whether it's golf or tennis and everything in-between, the Tracking Focus capability in this camera allows you maintain your subject as the centre of attention even while in motion.
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.
When taking photos of the beautiful creatures of the wild, you'll need to have Tracking Focus mode activated so as not to miss any great moments while they are active in their habitat. Burst shots help as well, which this camera happens to have making it a very good option for your needs.
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.
Transferring your shots from your camera to another device is made even more convenient with the in-built Wi-FI capability of this camera.
The HDR-CX900 combines style and a clever layout to create a camera that really stands out. Clean lines, high quality materials and a pristine finish ensure that this device will turn heads.
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Specification | Description |
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Design | |
Camcorder Type | Handheld camcorder |
Product Colour | Black |
Camera | |
Aperture Priority AE | Yes |
Aperture Range (F-F) | 2.8-4.5 |
Camera File System | DCF 2.0, Exif 2.3, MPF |
Image Formats Supported | DCF, Exif, MPF |
Scene Modes | Beach, Dawn, Dusk, Fireworks, Landscape (scenery), Night, Portrait, Snow, Spotlight |
Scene Modes Present | Yes |
Self-timer Delay | 10 s |
White Balance | Auto, Indoor, Outdoor, Push |
Focusing | |
Auto Focus | Yes |
Closest Focusing Distance | 0.01 m |
Face Detection | Yes |
Manual Focus | Yes |
Normal Focusing Range | 0.01 - 1 m |
Tracking Focus | 1 |
Light Exposure | |
Light Exposure Modes | Auto, Manual |
Manual Exposure | Yes |
Shutter | |
Camera Shutter Speed | 0.0001 - 0.125 s |
Video | |
Bitrate At Maximum Video Resolution | 50 Mbit/s |
Camcorder Media Type | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
HD Type | Full HD |
Live stream capable | 1 |
Maximum Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
Slow-Mo Capable | 1 |
Supported Aspect Ratios | 4:3, 16:9 |
Video Formats Supported | AVC, AVCHD, H.264, MP4, MPEG4 |
Video Recording | Yes |
Video Resolutions | 1280 x 720, 1440 x 1080, 1920 x 1080 pixels |
Audio | |
Audio Formats Supported | AVCHD, LPCM |
Built-in Microphone | Yes |
Built-in Speaker(s) | Yes |
Headphone Output Type | 3.5 |
Headphone Outputs | 1 |
Microphone In | Yes |
Microphone Operation Mode | Mono |
Wind Filter | Yes |
Lens System | |
Digital Zoom | 160 x |
Focal Length Range (f-f) | 9.3 - 111.6 mm |
Maximum Aperture Number | 4.5 |
Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 348 mm |
Minimum Aperture Number | 2.8 |
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) | 29 mm |
Optical Zoom | 12x x |
Storage | |
Camcorder Tape Type | N |
Compatible Memory Cards | MS PRO Duo, MS Pro-HG Duo, MS XC-HG Duo, SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Disc Types Supported | N |
Display | |
Built-in Display | Yes |
Display | LCD |
Display Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
Display Diagonal | 3.5 |
Display Resolution (numeric) | 92100 pixels |
Touchscreen | Yes |
Vari-angle LCD Display | Yes |
Sensor | |
Effective Megapixels (movie) | 14.2 MP |
Image Sensor Size (W X H) | 13.2 x 8.8 mm |
Sensor Format | Cropped |
Sensor Type | CMOS |
Total Megapixels | 20.9 MP |
Technical Details | |
Image Processor | BIONZ X |
Image Stabilizer Type | Optical |
Self-timer | Yes |
Other Features | |
Stabilizer | Yes |
Ports & Interfaces | |
HDMI (Micro) Ports Quantity | 1 |
HDMI Ports Quantity | Yes |
USB 2.0 (Micro USB) Ports Quantity | 1 |
USB Charging | Yes |
Battery | |
Battery Technology | Lithium |
Battery Type | NP-FV50 |
Charging Source | AC |
Number Of Batteries Supported | 1 |
Networking | |
Near Field Communication (NFC) | Yes |
Wi-Fi | Yes |
Wi-Fi Standards | b/g/n |
Packaging Content | |
AC Adapter Included | Yes |
Batteries Included | Yes |
Cables Included | HDMI |
Handheld Remote Control | Yes |
Weight & Dimensions | |
Depth | 196 mm |
Height | 83.5 mm |
Weight | 790 g |
Width | 81 mm |
Picture Quality | |
Maximum Image Resolution | 5968 x 3352 pixels |
Still Image Resolution(s) | 5968 x 33525024 x 28244464 x 33523760 x 28241920 x 1080640 x 480 |