HDR-PJ230/B

Full HD 60p Camcorder w/ built-in projector

Bring your fondest memories to life with legendary Sony full HD/60P video quality and a built-in projector. This compact camcorder captures over three hours of HD video with 8GB of embedded memory. Best of all, the built-in projector lets you showcase your footage in a big wayup to a 100 (diag) image. SteadyShot image stabilization is also included for enhanced clarity and minimized video shake.

Key Features 1920x1080 Full HD 24p/60p w/8.9MP Exmor R CMOS Sensor

Create cinematic video in high definition 1920 x 1080 24p/60p and high quality 8.9MP still images. Experience stunning low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain with Sonys back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor. Designed for compact cameras and camcorders, the Exmor R 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.

Built-in High-Contrast Projector

The high-contrast projector built-in to the LCD panel gives you the freedom to share your favorite memories virtually anywhere. With 13 lumens of brightness, this projector is powerful enough to project up to 100diagonally.

Up to 3hr 10min recording with 8GB embedded Flash Memory1

The built-in 8GB1 embedded Flash memory can record and store up to 3 hours 10 minutes of high definition video footage (HD LP mode).

SteadyShot image stabilization w/ Active Mode

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

32x Extended Zoom to get even closer to the action

Extended Zoom works in conjunction with 27x optical zoom to get even closer to the action while maintaining HD image quality.

29.8mm Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens

The professional-quality 29.8mm Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens is designed specifically for compact camcorders. Precision ground optics help maintain the sharpness and contrast of larger lenses, and SteadyShot image stabilization helps reduce blur caused by camera shake.

2.7 wide Clear Photo LCD (230k)

The 2.7 (16:9) Clear Photo LCD (230K) 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.

Shoot high quality AVCHD or web optimized MP4 video

Select between HD video in the AVCHD or MP4 format for highest quality or easy transfer and sharing.AVCHD provides premium video that can be enjoyed on large screen HDTVs, and is ideal for capturing precious memories at special occasions, family vacations and other moments you want to treasure for a lifetime. MP4 is great for those moments that you want to quickly share on your social networks or store on the cloud.

Highlight Playback creates movies with transitions for you

Why spend hours editing your movies when you can let your camcorder do it for you? Highlight Playback identifies and compiles key scenes into a short, entertaining movie complete with music and transitions. You can even pinpoint the exact scene you want to include in the highlight reel.

Direct Copy to external HDD without PC13

Store your memories in a whole new way with the ability to copy videos from your camcorder directly to an external hard disk drive13 (sold separately), all without a computer. Your camcorder can also access videos stored on the external hard drive for playback on your HDTV4, allowing you to utilize the camcorders handy playback features.

Built-in USB cable for easy file transfer/charge

The high-speed, built-in USB 2.0 cable allows for easy connection to your computer for charging or file transfer without having to remember separate cables. It also fits conveniently into the hand strap so its out of the way until you need it. Charging your camcorder is faster than ever now through the USB; for every two minutes of charge time you get one minute of recording time.

Intelligent Auto (60 different scene combinations possible)

Intelligent Auto mode goes a step beyond traditional auto modes by analyzing your shot and then automatically selecting the appropriate settings from ten distinct scene modes and wind noise reduction. There are 60 different combinations possible: Portrait, Baby, Tripod , Backlight, Landscape, Spotlight, Twilight, Macro, Low light.

Specifications
Camera
Camera Type Digital HD Video Camera Recorder w/ Projector

Imaging Sensor
Imaging Sensor Processor Pixel Gross Effective Picture Resolution Color Filter System 1/5.8 (3.1mm) back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS Sensor BIONZ image processor Approx.2390K pixels Movie: Approx.2150K pixels(16:9) Still: Approx.2290K pixels(16:9) RGB primary color filters

Recording
Media Type Still Image Mode Still Image Max Effective Resolution Still Image Size 16:9 Still Image Size 4:3 Video Mode Video Resolution Video Actual (Pixel) Video Signal Recording and Playback Times (in Internal Media)(2ch) Photo Capture from Movie Dual Record Audio Format Microphone/Speaker Internal Media Mic Level Control Movie Recording Rate(Average Bit Rate/VBR) Still Image File Format Wind Position Internal Flash Memory;Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark 2);Memory Stick PROHG Duo;Memory Stick XC-HG Duo;SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card(Class 4 or Higher) JPEG 8.9 megapixels Movie Mode: 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240); Photo Mode: 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240) Movie Mode:6.7 megapixels 4:3 (2992x2240); Photo Mode: 6.7 megapixels 4:3 (2992x2240) HD: MPEG4-AVC/H.264 AVCHD 2.0 format.compatible; STD: MPEG2-PS; MP4: MPEG4 AVC/H.264 HD:1920x1080/60p(PS),60i(FX,FH), 1440x1080/60i(HQ,LP); STD:720x480/60i; MP4: 1280x720 30p Approx.2150K pixels(16:9),Approx.1610K pixels(4:3) HDTV, NTSC color, EIA standards HD PS: 35m; HD FX: 45m; HD FH: 1h00m; HD HQ: 1h45m; HD LP: 3h10m; STD HQ: 1h50m (Times are approximate; max time); MP4: 2hr40min 2.1 megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080); 0.3 megapixels 4:3 (640x480); 0.2 megapixels 16:9 (640x360) 8.9 megapixels 16:9 (3984x2240); 2.1 megapixels 16:9 (1920x1080) Dolby Digital 2ch Stereo, Dolby Digital Stereo Creator; MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch Built-in Zoom Microphone; Monoral Speaker Flash Memory 8GB Yes (2steps) HD PS: 28Mbps / FX: 24Mbps / FH:17Mbps / HQ:9Mbps / LP: 5Mbps (Approx) STD HQ:9Mbps MP4: Approx.6Mbps DCF Ver.2.0 compatible, Exif Ver.2.3 compatible, MPF Baseline compatible Yes(Off/On)

Optics/Lens
Lens Type Lens Stabilization Aperture Optical Zoom Digital Zoom Focal Length (35mm equivalent) Minimum Focus Distance Extended Zoom Focal Distance Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens SteadyShot image stabilization w/ Active mode (Wide to Tele) F1.9-F4.0 27x 320x Movie Mode: 29.8-953.6mm(16:9),36.4-1164.8mm(4:3); Photo Mode: 29.8804.0mm(16:9), 36.4-984.0mm(4:3) Approx.1cm(Wide) ,Approx.80cm(Tele) ,Approx.37cm(Tele Macro) 32x f=2.1-57.0mm; f=3/32-2 1/4inch

LCD Display
LCD Type Angle Adjustment Brightness Control Coverage Grid Display 2.7'' (6.7cm) Clear Photo LCD (230K) Wide (16:9) Opening Angle:max.90 deg., Turning Angle:max.270 deg. Yes(Menu) 100% Grid Line

Focus Control
Focus System AF Modes Focus Area Contrast AF Auto/Manual(Menu) Full range Focus

Exposure System
Metering Modes Exposure Settings Scene Mode(s) D-Range Optimizer Noise Reduction White Balance Mode Minimum Illumination Auto Iris Control Backlight Compensation LOW LUX Mode Multi-segment Auto; Manual(Menu) Auto/Night Scene/Sunrise & Sunset/Fireworks/Landscape/Portrait/Spotlight/Beach/ Snow Yes Yes Auto/Onepush/Outdoor/Indoor Standard:6 lux(1/30 Shutter Speed); Low Lux:3 lux(1/30 Shutter Speed) F1.9 - F10 Yes(Auto) Yes

Drive System
Drive Mode Self-timer Shutter Speeds Photo Mode:Single-shot/Self-timer Approx.10sec.(Still Image) Shutter Speed(Standard): 1/30 - 1/10,000; Shutter Speed (Auto Control Range)

Convenience Features
Manual / Auto Lens Cover Fader Effect(s) Date / Time Stamp Erase/Protect Media/Battery Indicator Power Save Mode Still Image Playback Options Video Playback Options Built-in USB Cable Multiple Language Display Manual White/Black Yes(Rec Date and Time, Camera info) Yes/Yes Yes(recordable time, free and used media space)/Yes(recordable time, remaining capacity) Yes Slide Show Highlight Playback(HD Movie Only); Highlight Playback Save and Share(Translate into STD quality); Highlight Scenario(Save/Playback/Erase); Hightlight BGM(Preinstalled 4 music files, Music transfer) Yes(USB Charge Available) English; Spanish; Brazilian Portugese; Canadian French

Self Recording View & Index

Yes Event

Advanced Features
Face Detection Image Stabilization Intelligent Auto Priority Setting (for Face Detection) Smile Shutter technology x.v.Color Yes SteadyShot image stabilization w/ Active mode (Wide to Tele) Portrait/Baby/Tripod/Backlight/Landscape/Spotlight/Twilight/Macro/Low light Auto/Child Priority/Adult Priority Dual Capture/Always On/Off Yes

Interface
Memory Card Slot SD Output HD Output USB Port(s) BRAVIA Sync PhotoTV HD Direct Copy DC IN HDMI Terminal Multi/Micro USB Terminal Memory Stick PRO Duo and SD/SDHC/SDXC compatible Composite Video Out(AV CABLE(sold separately)) HDMI Out(micro)(supplied) TypeA(built-in)/USB2.0 Hi-speed (mass-storage/MTP) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes (HDMI micro) Yes

Weights and Measurements

Dimensions (Approx.) Weight (Approx.) Approx.2 3/8inch x 2 1/4inch x 4 5/8inch (58mm x 57mm x 117mm) Approx.7.4oz ((210g) Main Unit Only)

Power
Power Requirements Battery Type 6.8V/7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor) InfoLITHIUM with AccuPower Meter System (V Series)

Software
Supplied Software PC: PlayMemories Home Lite (built-in; for PC only); PlayMemories Home (by download); Music Transfer(by download); MAC:Music Transfer(by download); PlayMemories Online Uploader(by download) Windows XP SP3 /Windows Vista SP2 /Windows7 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. The Windows Image Mastering API (IMAPI) Ver. 2.0 or later is required to use the function for creating discs. Starter (Edition) are not supported. Standard installation is required. Operation is not assured if the above OS has been upgraded or in a multi-boot environment.

Operating System Compatibility

Service and Warranty Information

Limited Warranty Term Limited Warranty --- 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor

Weights and Measurements

Dimensions (Approx.) Weight (Approx.) Approx.2 3/8inch x 2 1/4inch x 4 5/8inch (58mm x 57mm x 117mm) Approx.7.4oz ((210g) Main Unit Only)Approx.9.0oz(NP-FV30(supplied battery); Approx.9.3oz(NP-FV50); Approx.10.9oz(NP-FV70); Approx.14.4oz(NP-FV100)

Accessories
Supplied Accessories Rechargeable Battery Pack (NP-FV30) (1) HDMI(micro) Cable (1) USB Connection Support Cable (1) Operating Guide (1)

1. 1GB equals 1 billion bytes, a portion of which is used for data management functions 4. Requires HDTV and HDMI cable sold sep. 9. For PC: Requires Microsoft Windows XP SP3/ Windows V ista SP2/Windows 7. For Mac: Requires Mac OSX (v10.5-10.7) 13. Requires via VMC-UAM1 cable (sold separately), AC power for camcorder, and hard drive formatted in FAT-32. USB-hub not supported. External HHD/USB media should be less than 2TB(Terabytes) 2013 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony is not responsible for typographic and photographic errors. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Sony, Steady Shot and Clear Photo LCD are trademarks of Sony. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. Dolby is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective