New Sony HDR-CX160 High-Definition – I’ve owned and tested a new Sony CX series camcorder each year since the CX7. I’m extremely impressed with the Sony CX160 for ground footage. Testing it the other night when my friends rode bulls for the first time (“Dysfunctional Bull Riding” on youtube) I was impressed on the active steadyshot being able to minimize my hand held shaking while the camera was heavily zoomed in. The low lux made the above video super bright even in a dark arena. The external mic is nice to have back on a consumer level CX series camera. I personally don’t like the built in USB cable since I tend to mount my cameras in boxes and helmets but for the average joe, it’s nice not to look for a USB cable.
The other plus with this camera is you can now charge through this cable. Therefore a standard USB charger port in your car or computer can charge the camera. This takes longer than the standard Sony charger but nice in a pinch. I’ve noticed the USB downloading speeds are extremely slow in this camera. It takes a minute or so to download a 200mb clip from internal memory. You also can not run the footage straight off the camera like you could with the 150.
Technical Details Sony HDR-CX160 High-Definition :
1920×1080 Full HD 60p Recording w/3MP still image
16GB embedded Flash Memory for up to 6 hours of recording
Wide Angle G lens to capture everything you want
42x Extended Zoom to get even closer to the action
Back-illuminated “Exmor R” CMOS sensor for superb low-light video
Product Details Sony HDR-CX160 High-Definition :
Product Dimensions: 2.2 x 4.9 x 2.1 inches ; 2.2 pounds
Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
ASIN: B004H8FN8U
Item model number: HDRCX160/B
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