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Sony HDR-CX405
HDRstabilization
Media Type:memory card
Video Resolution:Full HD (1080p)
Optical zoom:30 х
Digital zoom:350 х
Focal length:26.8 — 804 mm
Effective megapixels:2.29 MP
Matrix size:1/5.8"
Display Diagonal:2.63 "
Weight:215 g
Video recording in XAVC S format. Built-in USB cable. Shoots well in macro mode. Long battery life. A light weight.
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Specifications HDR-CX405
Colour
Featuresamateur
Media typeflash (memory card)
Sensor
Sensor typeCMOS
Sensor size1/5.8"
Number of megapixels2.29
Effective megapixels2.29
Camera lens
Focal length (35mm equivalent)26.8 — 804 mm
Aperturef/1.8 — f/4
Optical zoom30 х
Digital zoom350 х
Image stabilizationoptical
Manual focus
Video shooting
Video resolution1920x1080 px
Video recording speedPS 28 Mbps, FX 24 Mbps, FH 17 Mbps / HQ 9 Mbps, LP 5 Mbps /
Minimum illuminance3 lux
Shutter speed1/6 — 1/10000 с
White balanceAuto, Outdoor, One push, Indoor
Scene programmesAuto, Sunrise and sunset, Flash, Night, Landscape
Sound recordingDolby Digital Stereo
Photo
Number of megapixels9.2
Max. photo size4032x2272 px
Picture while shooting
Screen
Screen size2.63 "
Screen resolution230 K pixels
Features
Featuresbuilt-in speaker
Memory and sockets
Memory card supportMemory Stick Micro, MicroSD
Memory card slots2
ConnectorsHDMI
AV output
Battery
USB charging
Battery typeNP-BX1
General
Dimensions (WxHxD)54x59.5x128 mm
Weight215 g
Added to E-CatalogMarch 2015
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Sony HDR-CX405/B Camcorder Deluxe Bundle E2SNHRDCX405

Bundle Includes HDR-CX405/B Camcorder AC/DC Battery Charger 32GB Class 10 Micro SDHC R40 Memory Card w/ Adapter Compact Delu... morexe Gadget Bag 1600MAH Battery Pack High Speed micro-HDMI to HDMI A/V Cable 6 Feet USB 2.0 High Speed Memory Card Reader LCD Screen Protector 3 Pack Micro Fiber Cloth 50Mbps XAVC S 1920x1080 at 60P, AVCHD and MP4 codecs Create cinematic video in high definition 1920 x 1080 24p/60p up to 50Mbps in XAVC S and high quality 9.2MP still images. XAVC S format uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 for video compression and linear PCM for audio compression, while saving files in a MP4 wrapper which allows for extensive record times and easy editing. Experience stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain with Sony’s back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor. 30x Optical / 60x Clear Image Zoom to get closer to the action Get amazingly close with 30x optical zoom plus 60x Clear Image digital zoom. Most digital zooms use electronic cropping to get closer to the subject, resulting in un-sharp images. With Clear Image Zoom the powerful processor compares patterns found in adjacent pixels and creates new pixels to match selected patterns, resulting in more realistic, higher-quality images. Clear Image Zoom doubles optical zoom for closer photos and video. 26.8mm wide angle ZEISS Lens From the authority in lens technology, the premium quality ZEISS Vario-Sonnar lens provides a high quality 26.8mm wide angle so you can get everything you want in the shot. Automatically creates highlight video in MP4 from multiple clips Highlight Movie Maker produces a short highlight movie clip to share and enjoy instantly. Using an advanced algorithm, based on the motion gyro, Highlight Movie Maker selects the best scenes from your videos and automatically creates a MP4 highlight video from multiple clips. Optical SteadyShot image stabilization with Active mode Optical 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. Built-in USB cable for easy file transfer/charge The high-speed, built-in USB 2.0 cable allows for easy connection to your computer for charging or file transfer without having to remember separate cables. It also fits conveniently into the hand strap so it's out of the way until you need it. Charging your camcorder is faster than ever now through the USB; for every two minutes of charge time you get one minute of recording time. Face Detection with voice enhancement and noise reduction Sony's Face Detection technology can automatically distinguish between children and adults. Face Detection technology detects up to eight individual faces and adjusts flash, focus, exposure, and white balance to help deliver crisp, properly lit images of family and friends. Get creative with 7 picture
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Sony HD Video Handycam Camcorder 16GB Camera Bag Accessory Bundle HDR-CX405/B E1SNHRDCX405

Bundle Includes HDR-CX405/B Camcorder AC/DC Battery Charger 16GB Class 10 Micro SDHC R40 Memory Card Compact Deluxe Gadget B... moreag 1600MAH Battery Pack High Speed micro-HDMI to HDMI A/V Cable 6 Feet USB 2.0 High Speed Memory Card Reader LCD Screen Protector 3 Pack Micro Fiber Cloth 50Mbps XAVC S 1920x1080 at 60P, AVCHD and MP4 codecs Create cinematic video in high definition 1920 x 1080 24p/60p up to 50Mbps in XAVC S and high quality 9.2MP still images. XAVC S format uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 for video compression and linear PCM for audio compression, while saving files in a MP4 wrapper which allows for extensive record times and easy editing. Experience stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain with Sony’s back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor. 30x Optical / 60x Clear Image Zoom to get closer to the action Get amazingly close with 30x optical zoom plus 60x Clear Image digital zoom. Most digital zooms use electronic cropping to get closer to the subject, resulting in un-sharp images. With Clear Image Zoom the powerful processor compares patterns found in adjacent pixels and creates new pixels to match selected patterns, resulting in more realistic, higher-quality images. Clear Image Zoom doubles optical zoom for closer photos and video. 26.8mm wide angle ZEISS Lens From the authority in lens technology, the premium quality ZEISS Vario-Sonnar lens provides a high quality 26.8mm wide angle so you can get everything you want in the shot. Automatically creates highlight video in MP4 from multiple clips Highlight Movie Maker produces a short highlight movie clip to share and enjoy instantly. Using an advanced algorithm, based on the motion gyro, Highlight Movie Maker selects the best scenes from your videos and automatically creates a MP4 highlight video from multiple clips. Optical SteadyShot image stabilization with Active mode Optical 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. Built-in USB cable for easy file transfer/charge The high-speed, built-in USB 2.0 cable allows for easy connection to your computer for charging or file transfer without having to remember separate cables. It also fits conveniently into the hand strap so it's out of the way until you need it. Charging your camcorder is faster than ever now through the USB; for every two minutes of charge time you get one minute of recording time. Face Detection with voice enhancement and noise reduction Sony's Face Detection technology can automatically distinguish between children and adults. Face Detection technology detects up to eight individual faces and adjusts flash, focus, exposure, and white balance to help deliver crisp, properly lit images of family and friends. Get creative with 7 picture effects for
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Sony HDR-CX405/B Full HD 60p Camcorder + 64GB MicroSD Accessory Bundle E12SNHRDCX405

50Mbps XAVC S 1920x1080 at 60P, AVCHD and MP4 codecs Create cinematic video in high definition 1920 x 1080 24p/60p up to 50Mb... moreps in XAVC S and high quality 9.2MP still images. XAVC S format uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 for video compression and linear PCM for audio compression, while saving files in a MP4 wrapper which allows for extensive record times and easy editing. Experience stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain with Sony’s back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor. 30x Optical / 60x Clear Image Zoom to get closer to the action Get amazingly close with 30x optical zoom plus 60x Clear Image digital zoom. Most digital zooms use electronic cropping to get closer to the subject, resulting in un-sharp images. With Clear Image Zoom the powerful processor compares patterns found in adjacent pixels and creates new pixels to match selected patterns, resulting in more realistic, higher-quality images. Clear Image Zoom doubles optical zoom for closer photos and video. 26.8mm wide angle ZEISS Lens From the authority in lens technology, the premium quality ZEISS Vario-Sonnar lens provides a high quality 26.8mm wide angle so you can get everything you want in the shot. Automatically creates highlight video in MP4 from multiple clips Highlight Movie Maker produces a short highlight movie clip to share and enjoy instantly. Using an advanced algorithm, based on the motion gyro, Highlight Movie Maker selects the best scenes from your videos and automatically creates a MP4 highlight video from multiple clips. Optical SteadyShot image stabilization with Active mode Optical 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. Built-in USB cable for easy file transfer/charge The high-speed, built-in USB 2.0 cable allows for easy connection to your computer for charging or file transfer without having to remember separate cables. It also fits conveniently into the hand strap so it's out of the way until you need it. Charging your camcorder is faster than ever now through the USB; for every two minutes of charge time you get one minute of recording time. Face Detection with voice enhancement and noise reduction Sony's Face Detection technology can automatically distinguish between children and adults. Face Detection technology detects up to eight individual faces and adjusts flash, focus, exposure, and white balance to help deliver crisp, properly lit images of family and friends. Get creative with 7 picture effects for video and still photos Picture Effects add a new level of expression to video and photos, making ordinary landscapes and portraits come to life by heightening mood and emphasizing certain attributes. There are seven different effects such as partial color to make your focal point
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Sony HDR-CX405/B Full HD 60p Camcorder & 64GB MicroSD Accessory Bundle EG12SNHRDCX405

50Mbps XAVC S 1920x1080 at 60P, AVCHD and MP4 codecs Create cinematic video in high definition 1920 x 1080 24p/60p up to 50Mb... moreps in XAVC S and high quality 9.2MP still images. XAVC S format uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 for video compression and linear PCM for audio compression, while saving files in a MP4 wrapper which allows for extensive record times and easy editing. Experience stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain with Sony’s back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor. 30x Optical / 60x Clear Image Zoom to get closer to the action Get amazingly close with 30x optical zoom plus 60x Clear Image digital zoom. Most digital zooms use electronic cropping to get closer to the subject, resulting in un-sharp images. With Clear Image Zoom the powerful processor compares patterns found in adjacent pixels and creates new pixels to match selected patterns, resulting in more realistic, higher-quality images. Clear Image Zoom doubles optical zoom for closer photos and video. 26.8mm wide angle ZEISS Lens From the authority in lens technology, the premium quality ZEISS Vario-Sonnar lens provides a high quality 26.8mm wide angle so you can get everything you want in the shot. Automatically creates highlight video in MP4 from multiple clips Highlight Movie Maker produces a short highlight movie clip to share and enjoy instantly. Using an advanced algorithm, based on the motion gyro, Highlight Movie Maker selects the best scenes from your videos and automatically creates a MP4 highlight video from multiple clips. Optical SteadyShot image stabilization with Active mode Optical 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. Built-in USB cable for easy file transfer/charge The high-speed, built-in USB 2.0 cable allows for easy connection to your computer for charging or file transfer without having to remember separate cables. It also fits conveniently into the hand strap so it's out of the way until you need it. Charging your camcorder is faster than ever now through the USB; for every two minutes of charge time you get one minute of recording time. Face Detection with voice enhancement and noise reduction Sony's Face Detection technology can automatically distinguish between children and adults. Face Detection technology detects up to eight individual faces and adjusts flash, focus, exposure, and white balance to help deliver crisp, properly lit images of family and friends. Get creative with 7 picture effects for video and still photos Picture Effects add a new level of expression to video and photos, making ordinary landscapes and portraits come to life by heightening mood and emphasizing certain attributes. There are seven different effects such as partial color to make your focal point
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Sony HDR-CX405 HD Handycam Camcorder MEGA BUNDLE BRAND NEW SONYHDRCX4052

Sony HD Video Recording HDRCX405 Handycam Camcorder Short Description Full HD Video/ 9.2MP Stills Exmor R CMOS sensor Bionz X... moreProcessor Zeiss 30x Optical Zoom Lens Optical Steady Shot Image Stabilization XAVC S Recoding, AVCHD, and MP4 2.7' Flip-Out LCD Viewscreen Supports Memory Stick Micro Media Cards Supports Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC Media Cards
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Sony HDR-CX405 HD Handycam HDRCX405/B + External Rapid Charger + 32GB microSDHC Card + Carrying Case + Deluxe Cleaning Kit +

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Model overview based on user reviews  
The Sony HDR-CX405 camcorder is praised for its excellent video quality and ease of use, making it a great choice for amateur and family shooting. It features a 30x optical zoom and a robust internal stabilizer, ensuring clear images even when handheld. The camcorder is lightweight, making it convenient for all-day use, and includes a handy built-in USB cable for easy connectivity. While it lacks a touchscreen and WiFi, these are not seen as major drawbacks. Users appreciate its good performance in low light and the ability to shoot in various environments. The joystick control may require some getting used to, and care is needed when inserting memory cards. Overall, the Sony HDR-CX405 is a reliable and affordable option for capturing high-quality video without the need for extensive post-processing.
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as a family camera a good option
3 August 2016 
good image quality in daylight, but it proportionally decreases in poor lighting conditions. photo quality is like that of a smartphone, decent video stabilization, but it's still better to shoot with a tripod. I also liked that the developers decided to insert a USB cable into the strap. the sound recording is decent, but it's preferable to avoid wind during shooting (after all, it's not a professional model). the camera is perfect for amateur and family shooting, for example, going out into nature or elsewhere. overall, I'm satisfied with the camera for now.
usb in the strap; good quality video and sound recording; video recording in low light; optical stabilizer
no thread for filters, not a touch screen, does not shoot with the screen closed (perhaps I did not understand the instructions)
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great model, I really liked it
28 June 2016 
Happy with the gift!
I received the camera as a birthday gift, and I liked it from the start! Very easy to use: just turn it on and shoot, and the image quality is excellent! No need to rack your brain and navigate through menu settings. It captures images indoors, outdoors, in the sun, and in the shade.

Nature footage is especially impressive, watch the video review of the Sony HDR-CX405 on YouTube, you can get amazing shots with just one button press:

https://youtu.be/5t-UywB30ok

Specific advantages:

* Excellent 30x optical zoom, and even at 60x zoom, the image is acceptable.
* The internal stabilizer is solid, and the image doesn't shake when handheld.
* Sharp macro images; for maximum magnification, a tripod is needed.
* Minimal weight! Feels almost weightless! This is important when you need to carry the camera in your hands all day.
* Handy built-in USB cable. You'll never lose it and can connect to any device.
* Two hours of high-quality shooting on the built-in battery. For a camera weighing 200 grams - that's great!
* Optical swivel display: convenient for shooting selfie videos! Suitable for combined shooting for YouTube and other social networks.
* Autofocus is decent, handling well in 8 out of 10 cases. For the others, can be adjusted manually.
* Slow-motion replay and still frames yield good pictures.
* The 1920×1080 mode is suitable for computers, TVs, and social networks.
* You don't need to be a guru to edit a video, as no specific post-processing is required.

Overall: inexpens
There are no critical drawbacks, but there are features that you need to get used to:

* You'll need to get accustomed to joystick control. It's better to manage files on a computer.
* Some experience is required to quickly use manual focal length settings and so on.
* This camera lacks built-in WiFi and a touchscreen. For some, this might even be an advantage since, in real life, you don't access the Internet through a camcorder.
* Under Mac for iMovie, a converter was needed to import mp4/H264. It's easy to find.
* By default, it records two copies of files in different folders on the memory card; this option can be disabled. Though sometimes it's convenient for quick viewing.
* Insert the memory card into the slot carefully; if it's crooked, it won't be read.
* There are no gimmicks.

Overall: you won't be able to impress your friends with fancy menu items and cool gadgets. Instead, you'll have excellent video and impressive footage.
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great model, I really liked it
28 June 2016 
Satisfied with the gift!
I received the camera as a birthday gift and liked it right from the start! Very easy to operate: just switch on and shoot, and the image quality is excellent! No need to rack your brain and mess with menu settings. It works indoors, outdoors, in the sun, and in the shade. Nature shots are particularly impressive, watch the video review of the Sony HDR-CX405 on YouTube, you can capture stunning shots with the press of a button: https://youtu.be/5t-UywB30ok Specific advantages: * Excellent 30x optical zoom, even at 60x zoom the picture is acceptable. * Robust internal stabilizer, the image doesn’t shake when shooting handheld. * Clear picture in macro, for maximum magnification a tripod is needed. * Minimal weight! It feels like it weighs almost nothing! This is important when you need to carry the camera in your hands all day. * Handy built-in USB cable. You will never lose it and it connects to any device. * Two hours of high-quality shooting on the built-in battery. For a camera weighing 200 grams - that's super! * Optical rotating display: convenient for shooting selfie videos! Suitable for combined shooting for Youtube and other social networks. * Auto-focus is at a decent level, handles 8 out of 10 cases. In other cases, it can be adjusted manually. * Slow play and freeze frame provide good pictures. * The 1920×1080 mode is suitable for computers, TVs, social networks. * You don't need to be a guru to edit a video, as no specific post-processing is required. Overall: inexpensive, lightweight, simple
There are no critical drawbacks, just features to get used to:
* You need to get accustomed to joystick control. It's better to perform file operations on a computer.
* Some experience is required to quickly use manual focus settings and so on.
* This camera lacks built-in WiFi and a touch screen. For some, this might even be an advantage, as you don't typically browse the Internet with a camcorder.
* On a Macintosh, a converter is needed for iMovie to import mp4/H264. It's easy to find.
* By default, it records two copies of files in different folders on the memory card, this option can be disabled. Although it's sometimes handy for quick viewing.
* Be careful when inserting the memory card into the slot, if it's misaligned, it won't read.
* No fancy features.
Overall: you won't be able to brag to your friends about fancy menu items and cool gadgets. Instead, you'll get excellent video and impressive footage.
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The camcorder from the Japanese company Sony is ready to compete with smartphones in video shooting. The quality of the videos obtained with its help is many times higher than the result that the cameras of most mobile gadgets are ready to offer.

Control

Only the essentials were included in the equipment of the model — it was even deprived of the possibility of touch input, which is why changing the video recording parameters is carried out using a 5-way joystick to the left of the display. You will have to get used to it well, but on a frosty winter day, this control method provides solid advantages compared to tapping on the screen.

Video recording

In good light, the camera delivers rich and colorful images, especially when shooting using the XAVC S codec, the consumer version of the professional XAVC video recording format. The maximum video resolution is limited to 1920x1080 pixels, the recording speed in it can reach 50 fps, and the bit rate is 50 Mbps(paired with high-speed SDXC Class 10 memory cards). With the deterioration of the quality of lighting, the detail of the video sequence drops significantly and the picture becomes very noisy.

Equipment

An optical image stabilizer is installed inside the camera, which helps to compensate for camera shake and make the picture in the frame smoother. The built-in microphone is responsible for sound recording, and there were no wireless data transmission modules familiar to the class of amateur video cameras on board the camcorder. Their absence had a positive effect on the overall weight of the model — in the equipped state, the camera barely outweighs the scale needle over the mark of 200 g.

Long battery life

A small protrusion protrudes from the body of the camcorder — this is how Japanese engineers implemented a built-in USB cable for connecting to a computer. In the stowed position, the tip of the "tail" is hidden in the sidewall of the handle. In addition to the pleasant impressions of the "baby", it is worth highlighting its long battery life — continuous video recording on a single battery charge in AVCHD format with a bit rate of 18 Mbps is carried out by the camera for 2 hours. This figure fully satisfies most needs in amateur shooting scenarios.

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