Sony HDRCX405/B Handycam HD Video Camcorder

The Sony HDRCX405 Handycam is built for users who want a dedicated video camera that's simple to pick up and use. At its core is a 9.2-megapixel Exmor R CMOS sensor paired with Sony's BIONZ X image processor, a combination that produces clean Full HD 1080/60p footage with good low-light performance for its class. The 26.8mm wide-angle ZEISS lens provides a generous field of view, and its 30x optical zoom—extendable to 60x via Clear Image Zoom—lets you reach across a field, auditorium, or stage without hauling a bigger rig. Optical SteadyShot with Active mode compensates for hand tremors and walking motion, keeping footage watchable even without a tripod.

Recording options span XAVC S at 50Mbps for higher-quality files, AVCHD for disc-friendly archiving, and MP4 for quick sharing. The camcorder's Intelligent Auto system analyzes scenes and applies one of 60 possible combinations of settings, removing guesswork for casual shooters. A built-in highlight movie function automatically assembles short edits from your clips. The 2.7-inch Clear Photo Plus LCD flips out for framing, and a built-in USB cable handles both charging and file transfer without extra accessories. Face Detection with voice enhancement and noise reduction helps keep dialogue clear, while seven built-in picture effects add creative options for both video and stills.