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The ultra-sleek, palm-sized HDR-CX12 Handycam® camcorder is the world's first camcorder with Face Detection and Smile Shutter technology. Face Detection automatically adjusts focus, Exposure and Color for the most natural results. With Smile Shutter, the HDR-CX12 can detect smiles and automatically capture still images, even while Recording 1920 x 1080 Full HD video. You will also enjoy 10.2-megapixel still image recording to ensure your memories are preserved in stunning detail. Additionally, the CX12's small size and lightweight make it an ideal travel companion, perfect for recording that special moment, wherever you are. Video and still images are stored directly to Memory Stick® PRO Duo media (4GB supplied) for easy transfer to your Computer or other compatible devices.

Record stunning, incredibly detailed video footage in the clarity of 1920 x 1080 Full High Definition resolution.

Carry only one compact camera for both video and still. Capture up to 10.2 megapixel still image for high-resolution Digital photos

Records directly to Memory Stick® PRO Duo Media - 4GB included

Smile Shutter technology lets the camcorder automatically take still photos when your subject smiles, even while shooting High Definition video. You can also set the Smile Shutter sensitivity and choose child, adult, or auto priority

Made possible by the Bionz image-processing engine, Face Detection technology recognizes up to 8 faces anywhere in the frame and automatically controls focus, exposure, and color to help capture smiling faces brightly and clearly. Face Detection also helps make skin tones look natural without affecting other colors in the image.

5 Megapixel ClearVid CMOS Sensor with Exmor - Exmor technology captures video and still photo images with high resolution, high sensitivity, and exceptional detail

12x Optical Zoom Carl Zeiss Vario Sonnar Lens / 150X Digital Zoom

2.7" LCD

Super SteadyShot® Optical Image stabilization System

Record in Dolby Digital 5.1ch Surround Sound with the camcorder’s built-in zoom-capable microphone

Active Interface Shoe

Switchable HD/SD Format Recording

HDMI Connection with BRAVIA Sync (CEC) Technology / USB 2.0

Built-in Intelligent Electronic-Flash

Auto and Manual Focus modes

Scene Selection modes make recording easy even when filming in challenging situations

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