Sony DSC-HX20V Specification Guide

18.2MP Exmor

R CMOS sensor

The 18.2MP Exmor

R CMOS sensor captures ultra-high definition images that take full advantage

of the camera’s sharp Sony

G lens. An advanced BIONZ processor rapidly analyzes the Extra-

High Sensitivity data from the sensor, and activates By-Pixel Super Resolution technologies to

reduce noise levels up to 6X compared to previous CMOS sensors, resulting in stunning low light

images with incredible details.

High speed AF

To improve focusing speed and sensitivity, the Exmor R

CMOS sensor uses its rapid throughput

to deliver high-quality image signals to the camera’s BIONZ

processor. The result is fast, DSLR-like

focusing speeds, even in low light.

Optical zoom plus Clear image zoom

Most digital zooms use electronic cropping to get closer to the subject, resulting in unsharp

images. With Clear Image Zoom the powerful processor compares patterns found in adjacent

pixels and creates new pixels to match selected patterns, resulting in more realistic, higher-quality

images. Clear Image Zoom doubles optical zoom for closer photos.

Full HD 1080/60p

Record crystal clear movies at the highest resolution available with capabilities for 60i in 1080

AVCHD™ video.¹ This provides stunning, fast motion video with less distortion for playback on your

HD TV.

With dual record of stills and movies, you can shoot both at the same time.

Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization with 3-way Active Mode

Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization reduces shake and blur by countering camera

movements in both horizontal and vertical directions. Active 3-Way stabilization adds digital

rolling control that counters clockwise and anti-clockwise rotation, resulting in more stable videos

even at long focal lengths.

GPS and Compass

GPS and compass record location data and camera direction as you shoot movies and photos.

GPS Log lets users track a photographic journey and later view the path and images on a map.

Map View in “PlayMemories Home” software, allows users to view images on a map showing

where they were taken. The logged path and images can also be displayed on Google Earth.

Capture the decisive moment with up to 10fps

Capture full 18.2 megapixel resolution images at up to 10 frames per second, helping to ensure

that the decisive moment is captured such as the soccer ball flying into the goal. In addition, a

mechanical shutter helps reduce distortion when continuously shooting moving subjects.

3D Still Image and 3D Sweep Panorama™ mode

Produce awe-inspiring images with 3D Still Image and 3D Sweep Panorama™ capabilities.

Photos will take on a new dimension of creative capabilities for viewing the world in a whole new

way.

Picture Effect

Picture Effect adds a new level of expression to photos, making ordinary landscapes and portraits

come to life by heightening mood and emphasizing certain attributes. Select camera models

have up to nine different effects.

Photo Creativity

Photo Creativity allows you to fine-tune your exposure settings, such as brightness, color, and

vividness, and quickly choose the right enhancement for your subject. Now you can view Picture

Effects and Photo Creativity effects in real time on the camera’s monitor or in the viewfinder

before shooting.

Background Defocus

Get extremely close with the ultra-stabilized 20X optical/40X Clear

Image zoom on the Sony

DSC-HX20V, and capture detailed pictures

and Full HD 1080/60p videos with its 18.2MP sensor. Picture Effects, Photo

Creativity, 3D Still Image, and 3D Sweep Panorama modes expand

creative options, and a built-in GPS lets you share your journeys.

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