Sony HDR-CX580V Specification Guide
Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization with Active Mode compensates for greater degrees of
camera shake to deliver stunningly smooth video from wide angle to full telephoto shooting. In
addition, innovative 3-Way Shake-Canceling adds electronic roll stability for even smoother video
capture.
CinemaTone presets and 24p recording for cinematic quality video
For extra control over image expression, CinemaTone technology is used to deepen the color
and recreate film-like color tones. Combined with 24p recording, you’ll have some of the tools
you need to fulfill your need for cinematic expression.
Advanced controls with expanded focus, zebra, and peaking
The HDR-CX580V provides advanced capture and control features that are often considered the
domain of professional cameras including expanded focus for precise manual focus control,
zebra and peaking for precision focus and exposure adjustments.
Wide Angle G lens to capture more of what you want
Experience the pinnacle of Sony
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lens technology with the professional-quality G Lens.
Engineered for superior optical performance, Sony G lenses deliver brilliant, accurate color
reproduction and sharp, amazingly detailed images. In addition, the 29.8mm focal length in
Photo Mode and Video Modes offers a broader perspective for enhanced wide angle shooting.
Back-illuminated Exmor R
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CMOS sensor for superb low-light video
Experience stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced
grain with Sony’s back-illuminated Exmor R
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CMOS sensor. Designed for compact cameras and
camcorders, the Exmor R
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CMOS sensor relocates the photo diodes above the support circuitry,
maximizing the light gathering area per pixel so you can shoot with better results in lower lighting
conditions.
20x Extended Zoom to get even closer to the action
Extended Zoom works in conjunction with 12x optical zoom to get even closer to the action while
maintaining HD image quality.
3.0” touch-screen Xtra Fine LCD™ display (921K) w/TruBlack™ technology
The 3.0” (16:9) Xtra Fine LCD™ screen (921K) displays sharp, bright, vivid images, letting you
compose a shot more easily -- even outdoors, while enabling you to change settings to best
represent the scene. TruBlack™ technology brings remarkably higher contrast delivering more
natural, realistic colors and easier viewing in bright conditions by reducing glare.
Tracking Focus follows selected subjects in/out of the frame
Tracking Focus works as an extension of Face Detection to allow you to select an object with a
touch of the LCD and have the focus follow the selected object, even if it leaves the frame and
returns.
5.1ch Surround mic for vivid and dynamic surround sound.
Dolby
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Digital 5.1 channel recording captures active sounds coming from all directions, so you
can experience your home movies the way you experienced them while recording.
Wind noise reduction for clear voice recording
Wind Reduction reduces noise and interference that is produced when wind passes over the
microphone, giving you a clearer and more enjoyable sound experience.
Expanded recording/monitoring with mic/headphone jack
Features dedicated mic and headphone inputs for expanded audio recording options and
convenient monitoring of audio with headphones (external microphones and headphones sold
separately).
Active Interface Shoe to attach intelligent accessories
The Active Interface Shoe lets you mount Intelligent Accessories, such as external lights and
microphones, which can help extend the capabilities of your camcorder.
Event Browse groups photos/videos for you for easy reference