HDR-TG5V High Defi nition Flash Memory Handycam® Camcorder

The Sony® HDR-TG5V, records Full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution video2 and 4MP still images from a small, light and slim body crafted from pure titanium that’s tough enough for travel or everyday HD video shooting. It records to 16GB1 of internal memory or to convenient Memory Stick PRO Duo™ media19, and includes Face Detection technology to automatically fi nd and enhance the face of any subject you choose.

High Defi nition Video Recording1920 x 1080 high defi nition resolution lets you record your memories in exceptional Full high defi nition quality2.

Geotagging with built-in GPS receiverLets you view your current location on the LCD map display, as well as "tag" your shooting locations. Tagged videos and still images can be reviewed and played back using the Map Index function on the camcorder7 or, once downloaded to a PC, using the supplied PMB (Picture Motion Browser) software9.

Pure Titanium BodyReducing the risk of nicks and scratches, this remarkably durable and lightweight metal makes the HDR-TG5V an ideal travel companion.

Built-in Intelligent FlashFor added clarity and detail when taking pictures in low-light situations. Also helps to eliminate unwanted shadows in your photos.

Power On by LCDPower on your camcorder by simply opening the LCD display.

Face Detection TechnologyRecognizes up to 8 faces in your video frame, selects the most prominent one, then automatically controls focus, exposure and color to help capture smiling faces brightly and clearly.

Smile Shutter™ Technology for Still and Dual CaptureAutomatically takes still photos when your subject smiles, even while shooting high defi nition video. You can also set the sensitivity and choose child, adult or auto priority.

Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar® lensFeatures precision-ground optics to help achieve the level of sharpness and contrast usually found only in larger lenses, plus SteadyShot® image stabilization to help reduce blur caused by camera shake.

2.7" Clear Photo LCD Plus™ touch panel display3

The display rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles, as well as provides sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback. The convenient touch panel allows easy access to menus and additional functionality such as spot focus and spot metering.

Additional Features• Smile Shutter™ Technology for Still and Dual

Capture

• 10x Optical/120x Digital Zoom

• 1/5" Exmor™ CMOS Image Sensor with ClearVid™ Array

• BIONZ® Image Processor

• Highlight Playback

• Dolby® Digital Stereo Recording with Built-in Zoom Mic

• Dual Record with Simultaneous Still Image and Video Capture

• Hybrid Recording to 16GB1 Memory or Optional Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media

• Includes Sony's PMB 3.0 (Picture Motion Browser) Software9

• Smooth Slow Record

• x.v.Color™ Technology for Superior Color

• BRAVIA® Sync Technology5

• USB 2.0 Interface

• Map Index

• Film Roll Index

• Face Index

• Dynamic Range Optimizer

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HDR-TG5V High Defi nition Flash Memory Handycam® Camcorder

Specifi cations IMAGER

Imaging Device 1/5" Exmor™ CMOS Sensor with ClearVid™ ArrayProcessor BIONZ® image processorImager Pixel Gross Size 2360k

VIDEO

Video Actual 16:9 1430k pixelsVideo Actual 4:3 1080k pixelsVideo Resolution HD:1920x1080, 1440x1080, SD:720x480Video Signal System NTSC color, EIA standardsVideo Format(s) Supported HD: MPEG4 AVC/H.264 SD: MPEG2

STILL PICTURE

Still Actual 16:9 1490k pixelsStill Actual 4:3 1990k pixelsStill Picture Resolution 4 megapixelDual Record Resolution 2.3 megapixel

AUDIO

Audio Recording Format Dolby® Digital 2ch stereoMicrophone Built-in Zoom Microphone

MEDIA TYPE

Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media (sold separately)Embedded Flash Memory 16GB1 Embedded Flash memory

RECORDING CAPACITY

Rec. / Playback with Internal Memory

16GB Flash Memory: High Defi nition: FH = up to 110 min., HQ = up to 220 min., SP = up to 275 min., LP = up to 370 min. Standard Defi nition: HQ = up to 225 min., SP = up to 370 min., LP = up to 680 min.

OPTICS AND LENS

Lens Type Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar®

35mm Equivalent 16:9 43 - 507mm35mm Equivalent 4:3 53 - 621mmAperture F1.8 - 2.3Exposure Control Yes (Touch Panel)Filter Diameter (mm) N/AFocal Distance (mm) 3.2 - 32.0mmFocus System Full range Auto/Manual (Touch Panel)Progressive Shutter Mode Yes (Still Image)

Shutter SpeedAuto (Slow Shutter ON), 1/30 - 1/1000; Auto (Slow Shutter OFF) 1/60 - 1/1000; Scene Selection, 1/2 - 1/1000

Minimum Illumination 5 lux (Auto Slow Shutter On, 1/30 Shutter Speed )Optical Zoom 10xDigital Zoom 20x

DISPLAY

Display 2.7" Clear Photo LCD Plus™ touch panel LCD3

View Finder N/A

HARDWARE

Flash YesMemory Stick PRO Duo™

Media SlotYes

Manual / Auto Lens Cover AutoAssignable Dial N/AS/S & Zoom Button on LCD N/A

INPUTS & OUTPUTS

Audio/Video Remote Terminal YesAnalog Audio/Video Output(s) Included (via A/V Remote Terminal)Digital Audio/Video Output(s) Yes (via USB)USB Port(s) Hi-speed (2.0 compliant)

Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s)

Supplied (via A/V Remote jack)

HDMI™ Connection Output(s) Yes (mini)Headphone Jack N/AMicrophone Input N/AActive Interface Shoe N/A

CONVENIENCE

Face Detection Yes - video and stillQuick On Yes, Power On by LCDBRAVIA® Sync Control for HDMI (CEC) Yes5

Dual Record YesSmile Shutter™ Mode YesEmbedded GPS YesStill Image Mode(s) JPEGHybrid Yes

Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media Compatibility

Tested to support up to 16GB media capacity; does not support high speed transfer function; does not support Access Control security function.

CONVENIENCE FEATURES

Dynamic Range Optimizer YesImage Stabilization SteadyShot® Image Stabilizationx.v.Color™ YesWhite Balance Auto / Outdoor / Indoor / Onepush (via Touch Panel)Fader Effects Black, WhiteDigital Effects N/A

Scene Selection Mode(s)Auto, Twilight, Twilight Portrait, Candle, Sunrise & Sunset,Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait, Spotlight, Beach, Snow

Map Index YesFace Index YesFilm Roll Index YesPhoto Capture from Movie YesStill Image Mode(s) JPEGSlide Show Mode YesOne Touch Disc Burn Yes12 (Handycam Station)PhotoTV HD Yes8

PictBridge Compatible N/AMultiple Language Display YesSmooth Slow Record Yes

POWER

Power Consumption 3.1WSupplied Battery Type InfoLITHIUM® (NP-FH50)Power Requirements 7.2V (Battery Pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)

DIMENSIONS

Dimensions (Approx.) 1 3/16 x 4 5/8 x 2 1/2 inch (30 x117 x 62mm)Weight (Approx.) w/o battery: 8oz (250g), w/ battery: 90oz (270g)

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

AC Adaptor AC-L200Rechargeable Battery Pack InfoLITHIUM® (NP-FV50)Handycam Station Yes (DCRA-C250)Component Video Cable YesComposite Video Cable YesUSB Cable Yes x2 (Long & short w/adaptor cap)Application Software (CD-ROM) Picture Motion Browser Ver.3.0.00

SUGGESTED ACCESSORIES

Rechargeable InfoLITHIUM Batteries

NP-FH50, Rechargeable InfoLITHIUM Batteries

Case LCS-BBDB/R/LAC Adaptor/Charger for H series batteries

AC-VQH10

Travel Charger BC-TRPHDMI Cable mini VMC-15MHD, VMC-30MHDTripod VCT-80AVVideo Light HVL-10NHWide End Conversion Lens VCL-HGE07TB

FOOTNOTES

1. When measuring media capacity, 16GB equals 16 billion bytes, a portion of which is used for system management and/or application fi les. Available capacity is approximately 14.7GB.

2. This camcorder captures high defi nition footage in the AVCHD format. High Defi nition AVCHD discs can be created using standard DVD media, the supplied software and a compatible PC. DVD media containing AVCHD footage may be played on a compatible Blu-ray Disc™ player/recorder, PC with supplied software or PLAYSTATION®3 devices. DVD media containing AVCHD footage should not be used with standard DVD based players, as the DVD player may fail to eject the media and may erase its contents without warning.

3. Viewable area measured diagonally.5. Works with other BRAVIA® Sync or Theatre Sync™ labeled HDTVs when connected via HDMI interface.7. NAVTEQ map detail is limited in some areas. By using Picture Motion Browser software, supplied with certain

Sony cameras and camcorders, a PC and a broadband Internet connection, your photos and videos can be shown on an online map service. The online map service is currently provided courtesy of Google, and is subject to change or termination without notice.

8. Compatible BRAVIA® HDTV, and HDMI™ or component cable (sold separately) required for PhotoTV HD viewing.9. Requires Microsoft Windows XP SP3/ Windows Vista SP1. Not supported by Mac OS. Windows7 compatiblity

requires free upgrade of PMB software found at www.sony.com/support .12. One Touch Disc Burn feature requires DVDirect® recorder (sold separately) or compatible PC with supplied

PMB software.

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