Sony HDR-CX405

Main info

  • FullHD 1920 × 1080 50p video recording
  • Carl Zeiss lens with 30× optical zoom (26.8 – 804 mm)
  • Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization
  • 2.7-inch rotatable LCD display
  • Compact & lightweight construction

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For family fun and a whole lot more
Beyond high technology, Handycam® performance relies on closer attention to human factors. Such as the flexibility to create, shape, share, and discover better ways for images to really move you. Plus, the focus on more carefree yet functional approaches to get to the heart of a subject. The integrity of Sony’s know-how is dedicated to more fun and exciting movie-making, from start to finish. So this is more than just a new Handycam®, it’s a handier way of providing as much happiness as you can handle — for this generation and those lucky ones to come.

Optical SteadyShot™ with Intelligent Active Mode
Shoot steady movie images even while walking or zooming. Advanced image stabilisation compensates for camera shake up to 13x1 more effectively compared to standard mode.

See life in a new light
At the intersection of visionary technology and design, Handycam® image quality reigns supreme. A ZEISS lens, Exmor R™ CMOS image sensor and BIONZ X™ image processing engine are the essence of picture performance. Zoom coverage as wide as 26.8mm is expansive, and XAVC S 50Mbps high-bitrate recording captures scenes of remarkable dynamism in detail.

For higher image qualities and capture capacity
Based on the professional XAVC 4K/HD format, the XAVC S format for consumer use supports high-bitrate for recording high-resolution, action-filled 4K/HD movies.


Built-in cable for PC connection and quick charging
The USB cable stowed in the hand strap eliminates the need to pack a bulky extra USB cable or AC adapter. For charging without a PC, use a compact AC-USB adapter (optional).

Sensor

Effective megapixels
2.29
Megapixels
2 megapixels
Sensor type
Exmor R CMOS
Sensor size
1/5.8" type
Sensor size
1/5.8"
Imaging processor
BIONZ X
Minimum illumination
Standard: 6 lux (1/30 shutter speed)
Low: 3 lux (1/30 shutter speed)

Lens

Lens type
Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar®
Focal length
26.8 – 804 mm
Optical zoom
30×
Digital zoom
350×
Aperture
f/1.8 – 4.0

Image stabilization

Image stabiliser
Yes
Image stabilizer design
Sony OSS (Optical SteadyShot™)

Video recording

Exposure modes
Auto
Manual
Digital filters
Yes
Video recording
Full HD 1920 × 1080
Video resolution
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 50p
Other formats
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 50i
[FullHD] 1920 × 1080 25p
[HDV] 1440 × 1080 50i
[HD] 1280 × 720 25p
Movie format
AVCHD (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC; Audio: Dolby Digital Stereo)
MP4 (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC; Audio: AAC-LC stereo)
MP4 (Video: XAVC S (H.264/MPEG4-AVC); Audio: Linear PCM stereo)
Bitrate
[FullHD] 50 Mbps (VBR)
Shutter speed
1/10 000 – 1/6 sec

Photo recording

Photo function
Yes
Still image resolution
9.2 megapixels
Largest image size
4032 × 2272
Still image during movie recording
Yes
Still image file type
JPEG

Focusing

Autofocus modes
Auto
Manual
Face detection
Yes
Minimum focus distance
1 cm

Display

Display type
Clear Photo LCD Plus™
Display size (inches)
2.7
Screen dots
230 400
Articulation
Fully articulated
Touch screen
No

Viewfinder

Viewfinder
None

Lightning

Flash
None
Video light
No

Audio

Audio system
Dolby® Digital 2ch Stereo
Microphone
Built-in microphone
Speaker
Monoaural

Memory

Recording media
Memory Card
Memory card slots
1
Memory card type
microSD
microSDHC
microSDXC
Memory Stick Micro

Jacks

USB
USB 2.0
Microphone input
No
Headphone output
No
HDMI
microHDMI (Type D)
Composite output
Yes
S-video
No
DV
No
Accessory Shoe
No

Other functions

GPS
No
Wireless
No

Power source

Battery
NP-BX1 lithium battery
External power source
No

General

Color
Black
Height (mm)
59.5
Width (mm)
128
Depth (mm)
59
Weight (body only)
210 g
Package contents
Camcorder
Lithium battery NP-BX1
USB AC adapter
microHDMI cable

Dimensions and weights

Gross weight
0.531 kg
Package width
13.5 cm
Package height
10.5 cm
Package length
16 cm

Product codes

EAN
4548736001114
Manufacturer code
HDRCX405B.CEN

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