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title: "Sony - HDRCX405 HD Video Recording Handycam Camcorder (black)"
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# 50Mbps XAVC S1 2.7" LCD Display 30x Optical Zoom Sony - HDRCX405 HD Video Recording Handycam Camcorder (black)

**Brand:** sony
**Price:** € 9.89
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🎬 Capture Life's Best Moments with Ease!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Sony - HDRCX405 HD Video Recording Handycam Camcorder (black) by sony
- **How much does it cost?** € 9.89 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sk](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/12589394-sony-hdrcx405-hd-video-recording-handycam-camcorder-black)

## Best For

- sony enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sony brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Creative Control:** Explore 7 picture effects to elevate your video and photo creativity.
- • **Zoom Into Action:** Get closer with 30x optical zoom and 60x clear image zoom.
- • **Effortless Sharing:** Built-in USB cable for quick file transfers and charging on the go.
- • **Stabilized Footage:** Optical SteadyShot image stabilization ensures smooth, shake-free videos.
- • **Capture Every Moment:** Experience stunning 1080p video quality at 60 frames per second.

## Overview

The Sony HDRCX405 Handycam Camcorder is a lightweight, handheld device that records in stunning 1080p HD at 60 frames per second. With a powerful 30x optical zoom and advanced image stabilization, it ensures that every moment is captured beautifully. The camcorder features a 2.7-inch Clear Photo Plus LCD display, built-in USB for easy file transfer, and a variety of creative picture effects, making it perfect for both casual users and aspiring filmmakers.

## Description

Create clearer memories with Full HD/60p and Optical SteadyShot image stabilization. Every moment you capture benefits from a 26.8mm wide angle ZEISS lens and 30x Optical / 60x Clear Image Zoom. Easily charge or transfer files with the built-in USB cable, and automatically create highlight videos from multiple clips in MP4 for easy sharing.

## Features

- 50Mbps XAVC S1 1920x1080 at 60P, AVCHD and MP4 codecs. 30x Optical / 60x Clear Image Zoom to get closer to the action. 26.8mm wide angle ZEISS Lens
- Automatically creates highlight video in MP4 from multiple clips. Optical SteadyShot image stabilization w/ Active mode. Built-in USB cable for easy file transfer/charge
- Face Detection with voice enhancement and noise reduction. Get creative w/ 7 picture effects for video and still photos.For windows computers, details vary according to OS (Windows7/VISTA/XP)
- View on 2.7” Clear Photo Plus LCD display. Intelligent Auto (60 different scene combinations possible) , Focal Length (35mm) (Video) f=26.8 - 804.0 mm (16:9) Focal Length (35mm) (Still Image) f=26.8-804.0mm (16:9), f=32.8-984.0mm (4:3)
- This product does not have an external microphone input. USB Charging- DC 5V 800mA

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand Name | Sony |
| Item Weight | 1.2 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 5 x 2.1 x 2.3 inches |
| Item model number | HDRCX405/B |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Color Name | Black |
| Special Features | Lightweight, Anti-Shake, Time Lapse |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Sony
- **Photo Sensor Technology:** CMOS
- **Video Capture Resolution:** 1080p
- **Maximum Focal Length:** 804
- **Maximum Aperture:** 1.8 Millimeters
- **Flash Memory Type:** Memory Stick;Micro SD;;
- **Video Capture Format:** MP4
- **Supported Audio Format:** AAC, MP3
- **Screen Size:** 2.7 Inches
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does it have a 3.5mm jack to plug in an external microphone?**
A: I don't know why Sherrie and Nick said they purchase a mini USB to a 3.5 jack. That doesn't work, I did the same thing I also bought USB female to female so I can connect a USB to 3.5 female so I can connect the camera via USB not the mini USB, still didn't work. So no there's no way to connect an external microphone.

**Q: Can I record while the camera is charging? If I have a portable charger, could I have the camera plugged into that and still record?**
A: I think the answers are confusing to some. Here's the scoop. You can use an external battery pack like the one you charge your Iphone with or you can plug it into a USB port or you can use the 110v adapter with USB cable plugged in. When you do those following things the camera is running off those power sources and not your battery. And yes, you can record while plugged into those external power sources. The battery will not charge when doing that and recording but that should not be a problem. Charge your battery at home. Now start recording and when your battery gets low plug into your external battery pack or USB and keep going. I own this camera and did the experiment. I use this in my car as a dash cam and it's plugged into my cigarette lighter and it runs non stop without using the battery.

**Q: What is the longest continuous recording file that you can create with this camera, assuming 64gb sdxc?**
A: Hi R. N. Winters, depending on the type of videos to be recorder: XAVC S HD - 2 h 35 min, AVCHD (High Quality) - 8 h 15 min), AVCHD (standard) - 14 h 40 min. Hope this helps. -Ely

**Q: can you pause while recording?**
A: Hi David, no, you can't. You can start/stop the recording when you press the REC button. Thanks_Mitch

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great small camcorder
*by K***O on April 5, 2024*

Was about to buy an very expensive camcorder until I heard about this one. It's exactly what I needed as someone who doesn't need all the super fancy things and at a decent price. It is really beginner friendly. If you can work on a phone camera, you can work this camcorder really easily.What was most important to me was the zoom and keeping the integrity of the quality while zoomed in. I just really want to film nature and birds. I don't really need super high quality as it's just a hobby. It zooms in a lot better than my galaxy S21 phone, so that was good enough for me.I also love the size of it, very portable and light. It fits in my jacket pocket. The length of the whole camcorder is shorter than the length of my galaxy S21 phone. I have small hands, so the controls were easy for me to navigate through. It maybe harder for people with larger hands.And as someone who gets overwhelmed with too many options, I really like how there's minimal number of switches and buttons.- There's 1 button to easily start/stop recording.- 1 button to press for photos (even during recording you can take pictures with this button)- The zoom switch next to the photo button on the top of the camcorder.- There's also a switch you can manually flip to close or open the lens cover. I like that this is a manual feature. There's comfort knowing I know for sure I won't capture something accidently when I have the lens cover on.- To turn it off and on, you simply need to open and close the screen flap like a flip phone. It's only bad if you are afraid to waste battery to access the HDMI port and micro SD card slot. You have to open the screen to access it.- Then there's only two controls on the screen itself. Not in a touch screen way but on the left of the screen there is one analog stick to move and make selection. To make the selection, you just press down on the analog stick. Underneath the analog stick is a button to access the menu/playback. I do not like touch screens so I really like this simple navigational tool right next to it.Oh and you can flip the screen around 180 degrees so you can do vlogs.Lastly, it has a built in USB cord (connected to the handle strap) to easily transfer files and charge the battery (with an included adaptor). You can adjust the strap, it's Velcro, and there's a loop you can add a lanyard to it if you wanted.The battery is removable. It comes with one battery. I recommend getting an extra battery and charger so you can save time on charging and have a back up.The possible deal breaker is that it doesn't allow you to input an external mic, but it has a pretty good built in mic. I haven't tested it in noisy areas yet. Sound quality isn't super important to me so I've been fine with it's built in mic.Also, it talks about an app or program for desktop to download to use with your camcorder. It has been discontinued since Feb. 2024 so that sucks. It's not required to access/transfer files though. I just wondered if it made looking at your files easier. You have to go through lots of folders to find your stuff. But at the same time, that is similar to finding your files when you plug in your phone to your computer (android & PC).Overall, I love this camera. Simple features for a simple man, with pretty good picture quality.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Please read this before you purchase Sony HDRCX405 Handycam
*by H***T on December 7, 2017*

I've given this five stars because I really do think this is a dandy little camera, but it wasn't the right purchase for me, and I gave it away to a friend for an early Christmas present. I think you should know:1. This is a very small camera. It is not the size of a Coke can, think more the size of a little V-8 can. It is entirely plastic and it weighs practically nothing at all. Really, it weighs less than my television remote. That can be good or bad. You can shove it into the pocket of a jacket and forget you are even carrying it, so it's always with you. Like a TV remote, you can probably drop it without damaging it because it has so little mass. But, if you have unusually large hands, like mine, or arthritis, like me, or your hands have become insensitive through age or manual labor, also like mine, you may have trouble picking it up or holding onto it. I can only get three fingers of my hand through the strap up to the middle knuckle, and that is with the strap adjusted all the way out, as loose as it will go. The menu button, a four-way rocker with an "enter" or "OK" button in the center is about the diameter of a garden pea. Not only will my big thumbs not operate this button, but the switch that changes from "video" to "playback" is directly below the rocker switch, and my thumb covers them both and I end up pushing both at the same time. If you leave this sitting on a restaurant table, you may not even notice that it is no longer in your pocket, because it only weighs a few ounces.2. If I am reading the display correctly, a 64GB micro SD will hold 7+ hours worth of video. The batteries last about 2 hours and a dead flat battery will take the better part of 3 hours to recharge. Get the Powerextra 2 pack replacement Sony NP-BX1, also sold on Amazon. It has two extra batteries, and a charger that you can charge from a wall socket or from a car 12v outlet. I can testify that it charges faster than the wall charger that comes with the camera, and if you are at an all day event you will need those extra batteries.This is a very nice camcorder. It has an excellent lens, the digital zoom is just spectacular. It will take still pictures as well, even while you are making a video. I gave it to a gal who is very small, has small hands, and can text on a mini keyboard cell phone with both thumbs. She navigates menus within menus like it was second nature. She loves it. It just wasn't made for a fella like me.

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