Sony HDR-PJ230 User Manual

Key Features
1920x1080 Full HD 24p/60p w/8.9MP Exmor R
®
CMOS Sensor
Create cinematic video in high denition 1920 x 1080 24p/60p and high quality 8.9MP still images.
Experience stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced
grain with Sony’s back-illuminated Exmor
®
R CMOS sensor. Designed for compact cameras and
camcorders, the Exmor
®
R CMOS sensor relocates the photo diodes above the support circuitry,
maximizing the light gathering area per pixel so you can shoot with better results in lower lighting
conditions.
Built-in High-Contrast Projector
The high-contrast projector built-in to the LCD panel gives you the freedom to share your favorite
memories virtually anywhere. With 13 lumens of brightness, this projector is powerful enough to
project up to 100”diagonally.
Up to 3hr 10min recording with 8GB embedded Flash Memory
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The built-in 8GB
1
embedded Flash memory can record and store up to 3 hours 10 minutes of high
denition video footage (HD LP mode).
SteadyShot™ image stabilization w/ Active Mode
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
32x Extended Zoom to get even closer to the action
Extended Zoom works in conjunction with 27x optical zoom to get even closer to the action while
maintaining HD image quality.
29.8mm Carl Zeiss
®
Vario-Tessar
®
lens
The professional-quality 29.8mm Carl Zeiss
®
Vario-Tessar
®
lens is designed specically for compact
camcorders. Precision ground optics help maintain the sharpness and contrast of larger lenses,
and SteadyShot
®
image stabilization helps reduce blur caused by camera shake.
2.7” wide Clear Photo™ LCD (230k)
The 2.7” (16:9) Clear Photo™ LCD (230K) 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.
Shoot high quality AVCHD or web optimized MP4 video
Select between HD video in the AVCHD or MP4 format for highest quality or easy transfer and
sharing.AVCHD provides premium video that can be enjoyed on large screen HDTVs, and is ideal
for capturing precious memories at special occasions, family vacations and other moments you
want to treasure for a lifetime. MP4 is great for those moments that you want to quickly share on
your social networks or store on the cloud.
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.
Direct Copy to external HDD without PC
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HDR-PJ230/B
Full HD 60p Camcorder w/ built-in projector
Bring your fondest memories to life with legendary Sony full HD/60P
video quality and a built-in projector. This compact camcorder
captures over three hours of HD video with 8GB of embedded memory.
Best of all, the built-in projector lets you showcase your footage in a big
way—up to a 100” (diag) image. SteadyShot™ image stabilization is
also included for enhanced clarity and minimized video shake.

Sony HDR-PJ230 Specifications

General

Camera Type	Handycam
Optical Zoom	27x
Digital Zoom	320x
Video Resolution	1920 x 1080
Display	LCD
LCD Screen Resolution	230, 400 dots
Built-in Projector	Yes
Projector Brightness	13 Lumens
Projector Resolution	640 x 360
Image Stabilization	Optical SteadyShot
Video Format	AVCHD, MP4
Focus	Auto, Manual
Image Sensor	Exmor R CMOS
Lens	Sony Lens
Screen Size	2.7 inches
Media Type	SD/SDHC/SDXC
Microphone	Built-in Stereo
Storage Media	SD Card
Storage	Internal Flash Memory, Memory Card

Summary

Sony HDR-PJ230/B Camcorder Key Features

Full HD Video and High-Resolution Sensor

Capture 1920x1080 Full HD video at 24p/60p with an 8.9MP Exmor R CMOS sensor for clarity.

Integrated Projector for Sharing

Built-in high-contrast projector displays footage on a large screen, up to 100" diagonally.

Extended Recording and Built-in Memory

Record up to 3 hours and 10 minutes of HD video with 8GB of embedded flash memory.

Advanced Image Stabilization

SteadyShot™™ with Active Mode ensures smooth video by compensating for camera shake.

Zoom and Lens Specifications

Features 32x Extended Zoom and a professional 29.8mm Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar® lens.

LCD Display and Video Output Options

Includes a 2.7" Clear Photo™™ LCD and supports AVCHD/MP4 formats for versatile use.

Highlight Playback and File Management

Automated movie creation with Highlight Playback and direct external HDD copy functionality.

Camcorder Specifications and Features

Connectivity and File Transfer

Built-in USB cable for easy file transfer and charging; direct copy to external HDD without PC.

Intelligent Auto Mode

Automatically selects optimal settings from ten scene modes for 60 scene combinations.

Camera Specifications

Details on imaging sensor, processor, resolution, and color filter system.

Recording Specifications

Covers media types, still image modes, video formats, resolutions, and recording times.

Optical and Lens Details

Information on lens type, stabilization, aperture, zoom, focal length, and minimum focus distance.

LCD Display and Focus Control

Specifications for the 2.7" LCD display, angle adjustment, and focus system settings.

Exposure and Drive System Settings

Details on metering, exposure settings, scene modes, drive modes, and shutter speeds.

Convenience Features

Includes fader effects, date/time stamp, power save, playback options, and language support.

Weights, Power, and Software

Covers dimensions, weight, power requirements, supplied software, and OS compatibility.

Service and Accessories

Information on limited warranty, provided accessories like battery pack and cables.