Overview
The HDR-CX12 is a 2008 high-definition camcorder in Sony's HDR line, recording to flash memory. It pairs a 1/3.13" 5.6MP CMOS (4:3) sensor with a 12x optical zoom. Stabilization is optical. There is no viewfinder.
Specifications
Optics
| Optical zoom | 12x | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| 35mm equivalent | 40mm | Buyers guide |
| Focal length | 4.9-58.8mm | Buyers guide |
| Lens thread | 37mm | Buyers guide |
| SteadyShot | Optical | Buyers guide |
| Light | Nightshot + flash | Buyers guide |
Imaging and display
| Image sensor | 1/3.13" 5.6MP CMOS (4:3) | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| LCD | 2.7" 16:9 211k pixel touch | Buyers guide |
| Viewfinder | No | Buyers guide |
Audio
| Audio | Dolby 5.1 | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| Accessory shoe | AIS | Buyers guide |
Storage and transfer
| Built-in memory | No | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| Memory Stick slot | Yes | Buyers guide |
Market
| Video standard | NTSC (assumed, not stated in the source) | Unchecked |
|---|
Features
Dolby 5.1, Flash, NightShot, Accessory shoe, Touchscreen.
The 2008 Sony lineup
Ranked by output, then Sony's own market tier, then optical zoom. The HDR-CX12 sits 7 of 22.
Sources
- Rows marked Buyers guide: Sony Handycam complete buyers guide, a community spreadsheet. A manual or maker source replaces it wherever we have one.