High Definition Handycam® Camcorder

The ultra-sleek, palm-sized HDR-CX12 Handycam® camcorder is the world’s first camcorder with Face Detection and Smile Shutter™ technology. Face Detection automatically adjusts focus, exposure and color for the most natural results. With Smile Shutter, the HDR-CX12 can detect smiles and automatically capture still images, even while recording 1920 x 1080 Full HD video. You will also enjoy 10.2 megapixel still image recording to ensure your memories are preserved in stunning detail. Additionally, the CX12’s small size and light weight make it an ideal travel companion, perfect for recording that special moment, wherever you are. Video and still images are stored directly to Memory Stick PRO Duo™ media (4GB supplied) for easy transfer to your computer or other compatible devices.

Product Features

• 1920x1080 Recording
• 10.2 megapixel still image capture
• Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media1
• Smile Shutter™ technology
• Face Detection for Video Footage and Digital Still Photos
• BIONZ™ Image Processor
• Exmor™ Imaging Sensor
• 2.7” Wide5 (16:9) Hybrid Touch Panel Clear Photo LCD Plus™ Display (211K Pixels)
• Dual Record
• 12X Optical / 150X Digital Zoom
• Super SteadyShot® Optical Image Stabilization System
• Professional Quality Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T* Lens
• Dolby® Digital 5.1ch Recording
• Built-in zoom microphone with 5.1ch recording
• Dynamic Range Optimizer
• Tele Macro Function
• Switchable HD/SD Format Recording
• Active Interface Shoe
• HDMI™ Connection2 with BRAVIA® Sync™ (CEC) Technology3
• USB 2.0 Interface6
• InfoLITHIUM® Battery with AccuPower™ Meter System
• Stamina® Battery Power Management System
• Battery Information
• Built-in Intelligent Flash
• Easy Handycam Button
• Date Index Function
• Face Index
• Film Roll Index
• Manual Focus
• One Touch Disc Burn
• Quick On
• PhotoTV HD Viewing with HDMI™ Output7
• Progressive Shutter System
• Super NightShot® Infrared System
• On Screen Zoom and Record Buttons
• Fader Effects
• Picture Effects
• Scene Selection Modes
• Smooth Slow Record
• x.v. Color™ Technology
• Multi-Language Menu
  
  

Product Specs

Sony HDR CX12’s Review

by engadgethd.com

01/19/2008

Sony HDR-CX12 AVCHD camcorder captures smiles and scowls for $900.

Sony just outed its newest HD camcorder dubbed the HDR-CX12. We're looking at 1,920 x 1,080 AVCHD video from a 10 megapixel ClearVid 1/3.13-inch CMOS sensor, BIONZ image processing, image stabilized Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T 12 optical zoon lens, a 2.7-inch LCD, 5.1 surround sound mic, and Memory Stick PRO Duo (4GB Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark2) in the box) storage. It's not the world's smallest, but it's only the size of a soda can, AKA, pop can for you mid-westerners. This camcorder also packs Sony's Smile Shutter tech which automatically throws the shutter (even when in standby) when your subject smiles... or grimaces at having to stand around taking yet another family photo. Smiles can even be prioritized by children or adults. $900 starting tomorrow or early August for brick-n-mortarers.

Update: Another glamor shot and now video of Smile Shutter working on the Japanese CX12 posted after the break.