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HDR-SR5

 

High Definition

 

 

 

NEW

Experience the world of high definition video with the HDR-SR5. Switch between video modes to capture video 
in High Definition (HD) or Standard Definition (SD) on the built-in 40GB hard drive. A professional-quality Carl 
Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T* lens and 10x optical/80x digital zoom keeps everything close and clear. You can even 
use the Dual Record Mode to capture still images at the same time as filming video.

 

 

2.1 Megapixel (Gross) ClearVid™  CMOS 
Sensor

1/3" ClearVid™  CMOS Sensor with 1990K 
(effective) pixels provides stunning detail 
and clarity with exceptional video (up to 
1080 lines of horizontal resolution - HD; 530 
lines of horizontal resolution - SD) and still 
image performance. The Megapixel 
technology enhances your digital videos 
and digital still (3980K) photography 
performance.

10X Optical/80X Digital Zoom

The optical zoom helps to bring the action 
close up from far away. In addition, the 
Digital Zoom interpolation means that 
extreme digital zooming is clearer, with less 
distortion than previous types of digital 
zooms.

Professional Quality Carl Zeiss® Vario-
Sonnar® T Lens

Carl Zeiss lenses have an advanced optical 
multi-layer coating for increased contrast. 
This results in vivid image brilliance, true-to-
life color saturation and perfect renditions 
of subtle tones. The additional T coating on 
the lens further reduces unwanted glare 
and flare.

Dolby® Digital 5.1ch Recording

The HDR-SR5 will record in Dolby Digital 
5.1ch surround sound with a built-in 
microphone. By recording in5.1 channel 
surround sound you can now experience 
your home movies with active sounds 
coming from all directions. Enjoy your 
personal home movies the way you 
experienced them while recording.

2.7" Wide (16:9) Touch Panel Clear Photo 
LCD Plus™  Display (211K Pixels) 

The 2.7" Wide (16:9) LCD screen provides 
exceptional viewing clarity with improved 
resolution. The high resolution 211K pixel 
LCD screen rotates up to 270 degrees for 
multiple viewing angles providing sharp, 
detailed images for monitoring or 
playback, and the widescreen format 
makes shooting in 16:9 mode and 
composing shots even easier.

Smooth Slow Recording

By increasing the record rate from 60 fields 
per second (fps) to 240 fps for 3 seconds 
allowing you to capture 3 seconds of fast 
motion and play the video back in 12 
seconds. This is great for analyzing a golf 
swing or a viewing a bird in flight.

Memory Stick Duo™  Media Slot 

Capture still images up to 2304x1728 (4:3) 
resolution, directly onto Memory Stick 
Duo™  Media (sold separately) for easy 
transfer to PCs for emailing, printing or 
sharing with other compatible Memory 
Stick® devices (sold separately).

Super SteadyShot® Picture Stabilization 
System

An advanced version of Super Steadyshot® 
Picture Stabilization from Sony which 
controls an even higher range of shake and 
vibration frequencies, to achieve an even 
higher level of smoothness without 
degradation of video like some other image 
stabilization systems.

On Screen Zoom and Record Buttons

For additional control of the camcorder, the 
HDR-SR5 features Zoom and Record 
buttons on the frame of the LCD screen. This 
allows the user more flexibility when 
holding the camcorder, especially in 
overhead or low angle shots.

USB 2.0 Interface

USB 2.0 interface provides an easy way to 
connect your Hard Disk Drive Handycam® 
Camcorder to the computer for fast 
transfer of video and still images to your 
computer for editing. The camcorder can 
also be used as an external storage and/or 
playback device.

One Touch Wide Angle Shooting

With just a touch of a button (Menu) easily 
switch between 16: and 4:3 aspect ratios for 
standard definition recording.

Progressive Shutter System

A mechanical shutter system that provides 
progressive scan performance while 
utilizing an interlaced scanning system. 
Digital still images will be sharp and clear 
with excellent definition.

Active Interface Shoe

Provides a location directly on the 
camcorder to which one may add optional 
accessories while providing power and two-
way communication with those accessories.

Super NightShot® Infrared System

With Super NightShot® Infrared System 
from Sonyyou can capture natural looking 
video, even when shooting in low light. 
Record subjects up to 20 feet away using 
the built-in infrared system.

Dual Record

While recording video in High Definition 
(HD) you have the ability to capture a 2.3 
Megapixel (16:9) still image (2016 x 1134) 
directly to Memory Stick Duo™  Media (sold 
separately). While recording in Standard 
Definition you have the ability to capture a 
1.7 Megapixel (4:3) still image (1512 x 1134) 
directly to Memory Stick Duo media.

Easy PC Backup

Easily back up your footage (HD or SD) to 
your PC using the supplied software. The 
footage will be stored on your PCs hard 
drive for archiving purposes and viewing at 
a later time; the footage is stored by date 
for easy playback. In addition, only new 
footage is tranferred to your PC each time 
you Backup your footage.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

One Touch Disc Burn

Manual Focus

Scene Selection Modes

Picture Effects

Fader Effects

InfoLITHIUM® Battery with AccuPower™  
Meter System

Battery Information

Easy Handycam Button

Multi-Language Menu

Tele Macro Function

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