Sony HDR-XR150 Correction (operating guide) User Manual

HDR-XR150
High Defi nition Hard Disk Drive Handycam
®
Camcorder
Capture stunning 1920 x 1080 high-defi nition video
2
and 3.1 Megapixel
still images with the HDR-XR150, which employs an "Exmor R" CMOS
sensor for superior low-light performance and a 120GB
1
internal hard
disk drive. SteadyShot
™
image stabilization with Active Mode enables
you to capture remarkably smooth video even when you’re on the move.
Full HD Recording with 60p
playback
Record amazing HD video at full 1920x1080
resolution and enjoy 60p playback via HDMI
™
cable and compatible HDTV. Additionally, you
can record your video at 24 Mbps, the highest
possible bit-rate for AVCHD, and enjoy near
Blu-ray Disc
™
quality video reproduction.
2
1/4" “Exmor R” CMOS Sensor
Delivers bright, vivid, spectacularly detailed
video footage, as well as 3 Megapixel still
images. Additionally, it provides stunning
low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity
and drastically reduced grain whether you're
in video or still photo mode.
Carl Zeiss
®
Vario-Tessar
®
lens
Features precision-ground optics to help
achieve the level of sharpness and contrast
usually found only in larger lenses, plus
SteadyShot
®
image stabilization with Active
Mode to help reduce blur caused by
camera shake.
Face Detection Technology w/
Face Priority
With Face Priority, your camcorder optimizes
focus, color, exposure, and Smile Shutter
™
technology for the face you prioritize. Just
touch the preferred face on the LCD display
and the camcorder will not only prioritize it for
you, but will remember your prioritized face
until the camera is turned off.
Quick Autofocus
An improved autofocus
(
AF
)
system now lets
you take crisp images even faster. In fact, this
new Quick AF feature focuses twice as fast
when compared to previous Sony camcorder
models.
Direct Copy to External HDD
Lets you copy videos from your camcorder
directly to an external hard disk drive
(
sold
separately
)
13
, all without a computer. Your
camcorder can also access videos stored on
the external hard drive for playback on your
HDTV
4
, allowing you to utilize the camcorder’s
handy playback features.
Highlight Playback with Highlight
Scenario playback
Automatically creates short movies—complete
with music and transitions—by identifying and
compiling key scenes. You can then save up to
eight of these movies for later playback.
Intelligent Auto Mode
Analyzes your shot and then automatically
selects the appropriate settings from 9 distinct
scene modes: Landscape, Backlight, Twilight,
Spotlight, Low light, Macro, Portrait, Baby,
Tripod. Lets you get extra creative with 60
possible scene combinations.
Additional Features:
• 2.7” Clear Photo
™
LCD
(
230 K
)
display
3
• Sony
®
PMB
(
Picture Motion Browser
)
software
9
• Power On by LCD
Sony Electronics Inc.
|
16530 Via Esprillo
|
San Diego, CA 92127
|
1.800.222.7669
|
www.sony.com

Sony HDR-XR150 Correction (operating guide) Specifications

General

Optical Zoom	25x
Digital Zoom	300x
Image Stabilization	Optical SteadyShot
Recording Format	AVCHD, MPEG-2
Video Resolution	1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Audio Recording	Dolby Digital 2ch
HDMI Output	Yes
USB Interface	Yes
Dimensions	60 mm x 62 mm
Recording Media	Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, SD/SDHC

Summary

Key Features

Full HD Recording with 60p Playback

Records HD video at 1920x1080 resolution with 60p playback via HDMI, offering near Blu-ray quality.

1/4" Exmor R CMOS Sensor

Delivers bright, detailed video and 3MP stills, with improved low-light sensitivity and reduced grain.

Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens

Features precision-ground optics for sharpness and contrast, with SteadyShot Active Mode for smooth video.

Face Detection Technology with Face Priority

Optimizes focus, color, exposure, and Smile Shutter for a prioritized face on the LCD display.

Quick Autofocus

An improved autofocus system that focuses twice as fast for crisp images.

Direct Copy to External HDD

Allows copying videos to an external HDD without a computer and playback from the HDD.

Highlight Playback with Highlight Scenario Playback

Automatically creates short movies by identifying key scenes with music and transitions.

Intelligent Auto Mode

Analyzes shots and automatically selects optimal settings from 9 scene modes for creative combinations.

Specifications

Imager Specifications

Details on the imaging device, processor, and pixel gross size for image capture.

Video Specifications

Information on video resolution, signal system, and supported video formats.

Still Picture Specifications

Details regarding still image resolutions and dual recording capabilities.

Audio Specifications

Information on audio recording format and microphone type.

Media Type and Recording Capacity

Details on recording media, internal memory, and recording capacity.

Optics and Lens

Specifications for the lens type, focal length, aperture, and focus system.

Display and View Finder

Information on the LCD display type and the presence of a view finder.

Convenience Features

List of convenience features including image stabilization, x.v.Color, and scene modes.

Power Specifications

Details on power consumption, supplied battery type, and power requirements.

Dimensions and Weight

Physical dimensions and approximate weight of the camcorder.

Supplied and Suggested Accessories

Lists accessories included with the camcorder and those available for purchase.

Input/Output Terminals

Details on various input and output ports such as USB, HDMI, and AV.