64GB Internal Flash Memory
The built-in 64GB embedded flash memory can record
and store up to 6 hours of high definition video foot-
age (HD FX mode at 24Mbps), or up to 48 hours of
standard definition footage (SD HQ mode).
Media Card Slot
The camcorder accepts a wide range of removeable
media including: Memory Stick Duo / Memory Stick
PRO Duo / Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo media and SD/
SDHC media (optional)
3.5" Wide Xtra Fine TruBlack LCD Plus Viewfinder
TruBlack technology brings remarkably higher con-
trast and brightness to the camcorder’s 3.5" Wide
Xtra Fine TruBlack LCD display, delivering more nat-
ural, realistic colours and easier viewing in bright con-
ditions by reducing glare. An adjustable 0.27" colour
viewfinder (201k) allows you to capture video and
frame your shots with the LCD closed.
Assignable Dial
Get the most out of your camcorder with enhanced
manual controls. The assignable dial allows for control
of focus, exposure, white balance, iris, and shutter
speed. Adjusting the iris lets you control depth of
field, while shutter speed allows for control motion
blur. There are a total of 6 settings available: Focus,
Exposure, AE Shift, WB Shift, Iris control, and Shutter
speed control.
Geotagging with Built-In GPS Receiver and
NAVTEQ Maps
A built-in GPS receiver gives you the ability to view
your current location on the LCD map display, as well
as "tag" your shooting locations with GPS metadata.
This metadata can be viewed using the Map Index
function on the camcorder or once downloaded to
your PC using the supplied PMB (Picture Motion
Browser) software. Additionally, the receiver automat-
ically adjusts your camcorder’s clock to the proper
time zone.
Dedicated Shotgun Microphone and Headphone
Inputs
The HXR-MC50E offers a supplied professional shot-
gun microphone and mount which coupled with the
headphone input allows acquisition and monitoring of
location sound. (Headphones not supplied)
Golf Shot
Building on the slow-motion capture capabilities of
Smooth Slow Record on models such as the HVR-Z5E
and Z7E, Golf Shot captures a few seconds of motion
as a sequence of up to 22 still images, which can be
viewed/printed individually or as a composite
"sequence shot" image, great for analysing the nu-
ances of a golf swing, tennis serve, and other fast ac-
tion for sports science teaching and sports tutoring
applications.
2x Faster Quick AF
With the improved autofocus (AF) system, Quick AF,
the focusing speed is twice as fast compared to other
Sony compact camcorders. Whether in bright daylight
or in a dimly lit environment, Quick AF ensures fast,
accurate, and consistent focus lock, enabling users to
shoot in a wide range of scenes without missing any
important moments. When shooting night scenes,
conventional AF might struggle to focus, but thanks to
the much improved AF algorithm in Quick AF, you can
get that all important shot.
Intelligent Auto (10 iAuto modes)
Intelligent Auto mode goes a step beyond traditional
auto modes by analysing your shot and then auto-
matically selecting the appropriate settings from ten
distinct scene modes: Portrait Mode, Smile Shutter,
Backlight Control, Scenery, Night Scenery Mode, High
Sensitivity Mode, Macro Mode, Baby Mode, Tripod,
and Low Light Mode ideal for corporate or video diary
applications where non-camera operators are
shooting.
Film Roll Index
Film Roll Index helps you easily find desired clips.
When using this feature, the camcorder previews the
beginning of clips and can create clip indexes set at
specified display intervals (3, 6, or 12 seconds and 1
or 5 minutes)
Direct Copy to External HDD without a PC
Store your content in a whole new way with the abil-
ity to copy content from your camcorder directly to an
external hard disk drive (optional), all without a pc or
mac. Your camcorder can also access content stored
on the external hard drive for playback on an HDMI
monitor or consumer TV, allowing you to use the
camcorder’s handy playback features, great for view-
ing full HD rushes.
Smooth Slow Record
The Smooth Slow Record mode increases the frame
rate from 50 frames per second (fps) to 200 fps, al-
lowing you to capture 3 seconds of fast motion and
play the video back in 12 seconds. This is a great tool
for analysing a golf swing or a natural history
applications.
12MP Digital Still Capture
12 megapixel still image capture lets you take stun-
ning, high resolution digital photos while the Dual re-
cord capability lets you capture 8.3MP still images
while shooting high definition video - so you can cap-
ture still images without having to switch recording
modes.
Sony PMB (Picture Motion Browser) Software
Sony Picture Motion Browser software offers a simple,
intuitive way to transfer, sort, and view your video
and still images on your compatible PC. In addition,
multiple output options let you burn your content to
DVD (optional), as well as being able to upload your
rushes with just one click to popular video sharing
sites.
HXR-MC50E
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