Sony HDRHC9 HD DV Carl Zeiss Lens 10 x Optical, 20 x Digital, 2.7" Wide Screen, LCD Touch screen

HDR-HC9 MiniDV HD Handycam® Camcorder
Professional grade lens for stunning HD video results and spectacular 6.1MP still images.
Features
Series highlights: 3.2 MP ClearVid™ CMOS sensor , 6.1 MP still image capture, 10x optical zoom / 20x digital zoom, 2.7" touch panel
Record your memories in HD brilliance. The HDR-HC9 MiniDV HD Handycam® Camcorder delivers high definition quality and versatility with a professional grade Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar®® T* lens, 10x optical/20x digital zoom, and a 3.2 megapixel ClearVid™ CMOS sensor for stunning video and 6.1 megapixel still images. Use the Dual Record Mode to capture still images and video at the same time, while Super SteadyShot® optical image stabilization helps ensure clear images. View everything you shoot on the 2.7" wide Clear Photo LCD Plus™ display featuring touch panel technology. Even save your still images directly to a Memory Stick PRO Duo™ media card (sold separately) to easily transfer and share your photos.
1/2.9” ClearVid™ CMOS Sensor 3.2 Megapixel (Gross)
Sony’s original ClearVid CMOS Sensor provides stunning detail and clarity with exceptional video performance (up to 1080 lines of horizontal resolution in HD format, or 530 lines of horizontal resolution in SD format). Additionally, the megapixel technology enhances your digital still photography experience with the ability to shoot high-resolution (6.1 Megapixel) still images. Unlike traditional CCD Imagers, CMOS Sensors require less power, providing improved battery performance.
10X Optical / 20X Digital Zoom
The optical zoom helps to bring the action close up from far away. In addition, Digital Zoom Interpolation means that extreme digital zooming is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zoom.
2.7" Wide1 (16:9) Touch Panel Clear Photo LCD Plus™ Display (211K Pixels)
The 2.7" Wide1 (16:9) LCD screen provides exceptional viewing clarity with improved resolution (211K pixels). The display rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles, as well as provides sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback. The widescreen format makes shooting in 16:9 mode and composing shots even easier.
Dual Record-2
While recording video in High Definition you have the ability to capture still images directly to Memory Stick Duo™ media (sold separately).
Switchable HDV/DV Format Recording
Record and play back both High Definition and Standard Definition video recorded on standard MiniDV cassettes (sold separately).
Professional Quality Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T Lens
Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T lenses use highly advanced optics to deliver vivid image brilliance, true-to-life color saturation, and perfect renditions of subtle tones. The additional T coating further reduces unwanted glare and flare for increased contrast and color.
Active Interface Shoe-2
Sony’s proprietary hot shoe makes it easy to use Intelligent Accessories, such as external lights and microphones, by providing power and on/off capability directly from the camcorder.
HDMI™ Connection
HDMI™ connectivity provides a simple, high-quality video and audio connection, with the ability to transmit HD video from the camcorder to compatible HDTVs via a single cable.
i.LINK® Interface (IEEE1394) 5
Quickly transfer images from the camcorder to compatible devices equipped with an IEEE1394 interface5, including camcorders, digital VCRs, and PCs, using this high speed, bi-directional digital video/audio connection.
USB 2.0 Interface6
The USB 2.0 interface6 provides an easy way to connect your camcorder to a PC for fast transfer of video and still images for editing.
InfoLITHIUM® Battery with AccuPower™ Meter System
Unlike NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries, Sony's rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries are not subjected to a life shortening "Memory Effect," so you’re free to charge the battery at any time. Additionally, Sony's exclusive AccuPower™ meter displays the battery time remaining in minutes, in either the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.
Stamina® Battery Power Management System
When using the Sony InfoLITHIUM® Battery, the Stamina® Battery Power Management System helps the camcorder prolong battery life for extra long continuous recording times from a single charge.7
Assignable Buttons
For ease of recording, three buttons on the exterior of the camcorder are user-assignable so that they can be set to the options most commonly utilized.
Battery Information
At the touch of a button, battery information is displayed on the LCD screen when charging and when the camcorder is turned off. When using the LCD screen or viewfinder, the display will show how much the battery is charged -- in 10% increments -- and the recordable time left.
Built-in Intelligent Flash
For added clarity and detail when taking pictures in low-light situations, the built-in flash improves pictures and reduces shadows.
Cinematic Mode
Perfect for creating your own movie masterpieces, Cinematic mode lends a 24 frame film-like effect to your recordings.
Easy Handycam Button
Using a camcorder can be intimidating for some people. With a press of the Easy Handycam Button, most of the advanced features of the camcorder are "locked out," letting you focus only the buttons essential for recording.
Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media Slot
Capture still images directly onto Memory Stick PRO Duo™ media (sold separately) for easy transfer to PCs for emailing, printing, or sharing with other compatible Memory Stick® devices (sold separately).
Multi-Language Menu
Change the menu display from English to English (Simplified), Canadian French, Latin American Spanish, or Brazilian Portuguese
On Screen Zoom and Record Buttons
For additional control of the camcorder, Zoom and Record buttons are features on the frame of the LCD screen. This allows for more flexibility when holding the camcorder, especially in overhead or low angle shots.
Picture Effects
Get creative when recording or playing back your videos with Sony's Picture Effect Modes. Effects available in Camera mode: Monotone, Pastel and Sepia. Effects available in Playback mode: Monotone, Pastel and Sepia.
PhotoTV HD Viewing with HDMI™ Output8
With direct HDMI™ output to your BRAVIA® HDTV and other compatible HDTV screens, so you can view and share photos in breathtaking clarity and detail. You can choose between standard 4:3 and widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio -- and with select BRAVIA® HDTV models, your photos are automatically optimized in sharpness, gradation, and color reproduction8.
Progressive Shutter System
A mechanical shutter system that provides progressive scan performance while utilizing an interlaced scanning system. Digital still images will be sharp and clear with excellent definition.
Scene Selection Modes
Scene Selection modes make recording easy even when filming in challenging situations. Choose from Beach, Candle, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait, Sports Lesson, Spotlight, and Sunrise & Sunset.
Smooth Slow Record
By increasing the record rate from 60 frames per second (fps) to 240 fps, you can capture 3 seconds of fast motion and play the video back in 12 seconds. The Smooth Slow Record mode is a great tool for analyzing a golf swing or a viewing a bird in flight. In addition, you record an audio track to narrate the video footage.
Super NightShot® Infrared System
With the Super NightShot Infrared System, you can capture video in total darkness (0 lux) up to 10 feet away.
Super SteadyShot® Optical Image Stabilization System
The Super SteadyShot® Optical Image Stabilization System from Sony reduces blur caused by camera shake and vibration, so your images stay crisp and clear. This optical stabilization system achieves an even higher level of smoothness without the image degradation that can occur with some digital stabilization systems.

Specifications
Imaging Device 1/2.9" ClearVid™ CMOS sensor (with Exmor™ technology)
Pixel Gross 3200K
Recording Media MiniDV / HDV
Recording and Playback Times SP: 60min/80min., LP (DV only): 90min/120min.
Video Actual 1710K Pixels (4:3),2280K Pixels (16:9)
Still Actual 3040K Pixels (4:3), 2280K Pixels (16:9)
Processor N/A
Video Resolution Full HD 1440x1080
Still Picture Resolution 6.1 megapixel
35mm Equivalent 49 - 490mm (4:3 Camera Mode), 40 - 400mm (16:9 Camera Mode)
Aperture F1.8-2.9
Exposure Dial + Touch Panel
Filter Diameter 37
Focal Distance 37mm
Focus Full range auto / Manual
Progressive Shutter Mode Yes (Photo only)
Shutter Speed Auto, 1/2 - 1/500 (Scene Selection Mode)
Optical Zoom 10x
Digital Zoom 20x
Lens Type Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T
Video Signal System NTSC color, EIA standards
Format(s) Supported HDV (MPEG2) / DV (AVI)
Audio Format Stereo MPEG1 Audio Layer2
LCD Screen 2.7" wide1 touch panel Clear Photo LCD Plus™ display (211k pixels)
Viewfinder Color Wide 16:9 (123K Pixels)
Microphone Yes
Flash Yes
Memory Stick slot Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media
Manual / Auto Lens Cover Auto
Assignable Dial Yes
S/S & Zoom button on LCD Yes
LANC Terminal LANC
Analog Audio/Video Output(s) Multi AV (Video/S Video/Audio)
Digital Audio/Video Output(s) Yes (via i.LINK®)
USB Port(s) Yes (ver 1.1)
i.LINK® Interface Yes
Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s) Yes
Headphone Jack Yes
Microphone Input Yes
S-Video Output(s) Included in A/V Jack
HDMI™ Connection Output(s) Yes
Audio/Video Remote Terminal N/A
Active Interface Shoe Yes
USB Streaming N/A
SteadyShot® Image Stabilization O.I.S
White Balance Auto / outdoor / indoor / Onepush (Touch Panel)
Memory Stick PRO™ Media Compatibility Tested to support up to 8GB media capacity; does not support high speed transfer function; does not support Access Control security function.
Still Image Mode(s) JPEG
Minimum Illumination 5 lux (Auto Slow Shutter ON, 1/30 Shutter Speed)
Face Detection N/A
Hybrid N/A
Hybrid Plus N/A
Quick On N/A
BRAVIA® Sync™ N/A
Dual Record Yes (up to 3 Photos)
Easy Operation Yes
Multiple Language Display Yes
Slide Show Mode Yes
Scene Mode(s) Auto, Twilight, Twilight Portrait (Still only), Candle, Sunrise & Sunset, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait, Spotlight, Sports Lesson, Beach, Snow
Picture Effect(s) SkinTone, Mosaic, Solarization, Monotone, Sepia, Neg. Art, Pastel
Digital Picture Effect(s) Still, Flash Motion, Trail, Old Movie, Cinematic effect
PictBridge Compatible Yes
Dynamic Range Optimizer N/A
Low Light CapabilityS-NS
Fader Effect(s) Black, White, Mosaic, Monotone
Face Index N/A
Film Roll Index N/A
Photo Capture from Movie Yes
Dubbing Button N/A
PhotoTV HD Yes
x.v.Color™ Yes
Power Consumption HDV: 4.2W / 4.5W, DV: 4.0W / 4.3W (VF/LCD)
Battery Type InfoLITHIUM® with AccuPower™ Meter System (NP-FH60)
Power Requirements 7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)
Limited Warranty Limited Warranty --- 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor
Operating System Compatibility Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional, XP Home, XP Professional, Windows Vista
Supplied Software Picture Motion Browser Ver.2.0.17
Weight (Approx.) 1 lb 3oz (550g) without Tape and Battery, 1 lb 6oz (650g) with Tape and Battery
Dimensions (Approx.) 3 1/4 x 3 1/4 x 5 1/2 inch (82 x 82 x138 mm)
Accessories Supplied
Power Adapter/In-Camera Charger (AC-L200)
InfoLITHIUM® Rechargeable Battery (NP-FH60)
Remote Commander® Remote Control (RMT-831)
Component Video Cable
Multi A/V Cable (Stereo)
Application CD-ROM w/ Driver
i.LINK Cable
USB Cable
Lens Hood
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