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Battery pack

Other Functions of HXR-MC1

Still Picture Recording 

Still picture approximately 4M pixels (2304x1728) can be  
recorded (when recording at 4:3). 

Dual Recording 

The dual recording function allows high-resolution still picture 
recording even when shooting a movie. A high-resolution still 
picture of approximately 2.3M pixels can be recorded simply 
by pushing the PHOTO button of the control unit during movie 
shooting.

Creating Still Pictures out of Movies

It is possible to create still pictures of approximately 2.1M pixels 
from recorded pictures. Even after shooting a movie, it is  
possible to render any decisive moment into a still picture.

Smooth Slow Recording Function 

By capturing images with 4 times the number of fields  
compared to the normal rate of shooting per second, it is  
possible to record high-speed movements that would be  
impossible for the human eye to catch completely*.

* Simultaneous sound recording is not available. The picture  

quality becomes lower than when shot in normal mode. 

Equipped with Touch Screen LCD Panel with HOME and 

OPTION MENU 

As it’s equipped with Sony’s unique touch panel LCD panel, setup 
during shooting or video operation can be carried out easily  
simply by touching the LCD panel. You can shoot, play back 
video, change settings, and edit pictures by selecting a  
category from the “HOME MENU”, which is the doorway to the 
features. Also with “OPTION MENU”, you can directly access to 
the detailed camera settings and make the settings easily by  

displaying functions available  
according to the situation, such as 
during shooting or playback. There 
are functions that can be operated 
comfortably even by beginners, such 
as the “Help” function, which gives 
you the contents of each item.

Visual Index

You can quickly locate the scene you want to see using the 
function that allows you to display a list of the scenes you have 
shot in the form of pictures (thumbnails). Simply by touching 
the scene you want to see among 
the list of thumbnails displayed, you 
can easily play it back. If one piece 
of shooting is one file, the first scene 
of each file is the thumbnail. 

Film Roll Index

It is equipped with the “Film Roll Index”, which can display 
the index at certain intervals, not only the beginning of each 
scene but also the contents of a movie scene. This makes it 
easier for you to search for a scene you want to watch. The 
index display intervals can be selected from 3 seconds,  
6 seconds, 12 seconds, 1 minute and 5 minutes. 

 

File Splits

It is possible to delete unwanted parts by splitting a file on the 
control unit.

 

Play List

You can create a “Play List” by selecting your favorites from the 
original movies. 

LCD screen

Speaker

Power zoom 

lever

Camera 

recording 

lamp

START/STOP

CAM CTRL dial

"Memory Stick 

PRO Duo" 

media slot

HOLD switch

POWER switch

Controller  hook  

attachment/Tripod 

receptacle

Controller hook

10x optical

zoom lens

Built-in microphone

Cable to main unit

{fixed 2.8m (1101/8 inch)}

Tripod receptacle

Camera unit

Main unit

DC IN 

jack

USB jack

A/V 

Remote  

Connector

HDMI OUT 

jack

BATT 

RELEASE

lever

Movie/Still 

select button

MANUAL  

button

DISPLAY/BATT 

INFO button

PHOTO  

button

Camera unit front view

Camera unit bottom view

Summary of Contents for HXR-MC1 Brochure

Page 1: ...Digital HD Video Camera Recorder HXR MC1 ...

Page 2: ...era unit is splash proof allowing easy usage under tough conditions such as outdoor shooting or water side shooting The range of HD shooting will expand using this one and only camera Moreover the unique style of the HXR MC1 enables shooting in unordinary conditions and angles such as shooting sports scenes from the user s point of view and onboard shooting in motor sports Thanks to the LCD panel ...

Page 3: ... the Shooting Field with Battery Operation Recording and playback are possible within the control unit of the HXR MC1 You don t need any external recording facility Maximum battery operation of up to 405 minutes is available thanks to the use of the Exmor CMOS sensor and various low power consumption technologies You can shoot anytime anywhere without having to worry about power supply Continuous ...

Page 4: ...nd Insects The tiny camera of the HXR MC1 is also good for shooting small animals and insects The small size of the camera makes it ideal for shooting wild animals which are very cautious It is possible to record continuously for about 405 minutes 6 hours 45 minutes You can also shoot the world of insects by sliding the camera through the grass Continuous recording with the optional NP FH100 batte...

Page 5: ...n MPEG 2 HD Mode 2GB Memory Stick PRO Duo 4GB Memory Stick PRO Duo 8GB Memory Stick PRO Duo 16GB Memory Stick PRO Duo AVCHD 16M FH 1920x1080i 10 minutes 25 minutes 55 minutes 110 minutes AVCHD 9M HQ 1440x1080i 25 minutes 55 minutes 115 minutes 230 minutes AVCHD 7M SP 1440x1080i 30 minutes 65 minutes 140 minutes 280 minutes AVCHD 5M LP 1440x1080i 40 minutes 85 minutes 180 minutes 355 minutes SD Mod...

Page 6: ...ily by displaying functions available according to the situation such as during shooting or playback There are functions that can be operated comfortably even by beginners such as the Help function which gives you the contents of each item Visual Index You can quickly locate the scene you want to see using the function that allows you to display a list of the scenes you have shot in the form of pi...

Page 7: ...rmediate codec setting etc Use of HDMI Output By using a commercially available video capture card that supports HDMI and non linear editing software supporting the card it is possible to capture the HD signals from the HDMI output terminal of the HXR MC1 onto the computer for editing HDMI is the abbreviation of High Definition Multimedia Interface It is a standard interface used to transfer HD da...

Page 8: ... Power Requirements DC6 8V 7 2V battery pack DC8 4V AC Adaptor Power Consumption 3 8W AVCHD recording LCD back light ON Recording mode Initial condition Operating temperature 0 ºC to 40 ºC 32 ºF to 104 ºF Storage temperature 20 ºC to 60 ºC 4 ºF to 140 ºF Dimentions w h d Including the projecting parts excluding cable bush Control unit 81 x 107 x 42mm 3 1 4 x 4 1 4 x 1 11 16 inch Camera head 37 x 4...

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