Sony Handycam HDR-XR160 160 GB Hard Drive HD Camcorder

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Description

Take stunning 1920 x 1080 Full HD video with the compact HDR-XR160 Handycam camcorder. It features an "Exmor R" CMOS sensor for superior low-light performance and wide angle Sony G lens to take in more of the scene, plus 42x extended zoom for getting you closer to the action. Also equipped with a massive 160GB hard disk drive (HDD), you can record and store up to 54 hours of high-definition video footage (HD LP mode). There's also a vibrant 3.0" touch-screen display lets you compose and view your shots.

Quick Glance

Recording Media: Hard Drive, Memory Card

LCD Screen Size: 3 in

Video Resolution: 1920 x 1080

Image Stabilization: Optical

Summary

Product Title: Sony Handycam HDR-XR160 160 GB Hard Drive HD Camcorder

Manufacturer: Sony

Lowest Price: $547.99

Power Score: 2.9 | 4 Reviews

Image Processor

Image Sensor: CMOS

Image Sensor Quantity: 1

Image Sensor Size: 1/4"

Lens Features

Optical Zoom: 30 X

Digital Zoom: 350x

Focal Length: 2.10 mm to 63 mm

Filter Diameter: 30 mm

Video Recording

Recording Media: Hard Drive, Memory Card

Video Capture Format: Full HD, SD

Maximum Video Capture Resolution: 1920 x 1080

Minimum Lux Rating: 3 lux

Image Stabilization: Optical

General Features

LCD Screen Size: 3 in

Hard Drive Capacity: 160 GB

Dimensions

Weight: 14.10 oz

Warranty

Warranty Information: 1 Year Limited

More Info

URL: Manufacturer Link

Additional Specifications

White Balance Modes: Auto One-push Outdoor Indoor

Product Series: HDR

Maximum Image Resolution: 2122 x 1584

Maximum Frame Rate: 60 fps

Battery Rechargeable: Yes

Battery Include: Yes

Effective Image Resolution: 3.3 Megapixel

Effective Video Resolution: 1.5 Megapixel

Total Camcorder Resolution: 4.2 Megapixel

Maximum Video Lines: 1080

Interlaced Scan: Yes

Progressive Scan: Yes

Longest Shutter Speed: 1/8 Second

Shortest Shutter Speed: 1/10000 Second

Focal Length (35mm Equivalent): 36.50 mm to 1095 mm

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  • 3.0
  cnet.com - May 9, 2011

Sony Handycam HDR-XR160

THE GOOD: A wide-angle lens, built-in USB cable, and consistently good automated behavior highlight the otherwise no-frills Sony Handycam HDR-CX130, CX160, and XR160 camcorders. THE BAD: Their sub-HD resolution sensor produces merely satisfactory video. THE BOTTOM LINE: Typical for their price class, the no-frills Sony Handycam HDR-CX130, CX160, and XR160 produce generally subpar HD video, but if...

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  • 3.4
  testseek.com - Aug 23, 2011

Sony HDR-XR160

Testseek.com has collected 1 expert review for Sony HDR-XR160 and the rating is 68 of 100. Click below and use Testseek.com to find all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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  • 4.5
  bestcovery.com - Jul 28, 2011

Best HD Camcorder

Bestcovery experts have rated the Sony Handycam HDR-XR160 Digital Camcorder as a best pick for the Best HD Camcorder. Bestcovery's experts recommend the best products and services for a particular need based on extensive research and evaluations. Click below to see Bestcovery's full review of this product.

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  • 2.8
  productwiki.com - Jul 11, 2011

The HDR-XR160 Handycam is a camcorder released by Sony as part of its HD lineup, promising high-definition home videos thanks in part to an "Exmor R" CMOS sensor, a large-capacity hard drive memory, and extensive zoom capabilities. The "Exmor R" CMOS sensor of the HDR-XR160 Handycam works more sensitively than other sensors, enabling it to capture clear video in poor lighting conditions. The 1920...

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