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Sony HDR-XR260V Review

Face detection and noise reduction, Tracking Focus and Optical SteadyShot image stabilization with Active Mode are special features of the Sony HDR-XR260V  camcorder, Intelligent Auto, wind noise reduction for better audio, and Geotagging with built-in GPS receiver & NAVTEQ maps. Sound on the Sony HDR-XR260V is recorded with the 5.1ch Surround microphone for vivid and dynamic surround sound.

View recorded video on the Sony HDR-XR260V Handycam Camcorder, browse video and stills recordings and automatically create movies with transitions in Highlight Playback mode, copy direct to external HDD without PC, transfer files easily with the built-in USB cable which is also used to charge the battery. Large Clear Phase stereo speakers give true-to-life audio playback.

The Sony HDR-XR260V Handycam Camcorder is the next model up from the Sony HDR-XR200 camcorder with a larger LCD screen at 3.0 inch, a 30X Optical and 55X Extended Zoom.

Sony HDR-XR260V Handycam Camcorder is capable of 60i recording and playback via HDMI and compatible HDTV** providing stunning clarity and incredibly detailed and smoother playback of your memories.

Sony HDR-XR260V Closer Voice with Face Detection
When the camcorder’s Face Detection technology identifies people in a scene, an Advanced Acoustic Processor automatically reduces background noise, resulting in recorded voices with outstanding clarity and intelligibility.

Sony HDR-XR260V Expanded Recording/Monitoring with Mic/Headphone Jack
Features dedicated mic and headphone inputs for expanded audio recording options and convenient monitoring of audio with headphones (external microphones and headphones sold separately).

Sony HDR-XR260V Technical Details

8.9 megapixel still image
30X Optical, 55X Extended Zoom
3.0 inch touch-screen Clear Photo LCD display
1920×1080 Full HD Recording
Up to 65 hours of recording with 160GB hard disk drive

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Sony HDR-XR260V Similar Model with Projector

So this Sony camcorder the Sony HDR-XR260V seems like a very good step up from the entry level Sony HDR-XR200, and Sony have also given us a way to buy the HDR-XR260V with a built in projector.

If you like all the features you see in the Sony HDR-XR260V but may want to check out the same camcorder with a projector feature, Sony have given us a choice to include the projector, but otherwise the same camcorder.

See the Sony HDR-XR260V special deal on options and pricing by clicking the Sony HDR-XR260V link.

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Product Specifications

Brand:Sony
Model : HDR-XR260V/B
EAN Code :

1920x1080 Full HD Recording

30X Optical, 55X Extended Zoom

3.0 inch touch-screen Clear Photo LCD display

Up to 3 hours of recording with 160GB HDD

8.9 megapixel still image

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