Sony HDR-XR520 high-definition video camera

A Sony handycam with a 240GB HDD, GPS and Full HD recording

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Specifications:

Audio & Speakers
Number of speakers
5.1
Audio Type
Stereo
Surround Sound Type
Dolby Digital
Digital Camera Features
Fixed Image Resolutions
4000x3000, 4000x2240
Image Sensor Type
CMOS
Image stabilization (Optical)?
Yes
Viewfinder
EVF (TTL)
Colour Viewfinder?
Yes
Tripod Mount?
Yes
Camera Resolution
12.0 MP
Optical Zoom
12x
Digital Video
Digital video format
MPEG, AVCHD
Video resolutions
1920x1080, 720x576 , 1600x1200, 640x480
Video speed (fps)
25
Digital Video Camera Type
Memory Card, HDD
Night Shot Mode
Yes
Digital Still Shot Mode
Yes
CMOS Size
1/2.9in
Display
Display Technology
TFT touchscreen
Screen size
3.2 in
General
Available Colours
Black
Length (mm)
137
Width (mm)
75
Height (mm)
71
Weight (g)
590
Video speed (fps)
25
Hard Drive
Storage capacity
250 GB
Media
Supported Memory Media
Memory Stick
Supported Video File Formats
AVCHD, MPEG-2
Supported Picture File Formats
JPEG
Video Recording Media
Memory Card, HDD
Power Options
Power Supply
AC Power, Battery
Battery Type
Rechargeable - (Li-Ion)
Wired Connections
Wired Terminals / Ports
DC In, Component Video Output, Composite Video Output, HDMI Output, Headphone Jack, Microphone Jack , USB 2.0
*Specifications are subject to change without notice. While every attempt has been made by IDG Communications in the production of these specifications, possible errors or omissions may still occur. IDG Communications neither assumes legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness or usefulness of any product specifications supplied.

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