Overview
The HDR-CX240 is a 2014 high-definition camcorder in Sony's HDR line, recording to flash memory. It pairs a 1/5.8" 2.2MP BSI-CMOS sensor with a 27x optical zoom. Stabilization is electronic. There is no viewfinder.
Specifications
Optics
| Optical zoom | 27x | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| 35mm equivalent | 29.8mm | Buyers guide |
| Focal length | 2.1-57mm | Buyers guide |
| Lens thread | No | Buyers guide |
| SteadyShot | Electronic | Buyers guide |
| Light | No | Buyers guide |
Imaging and display
| Image sensor | 1/5.8" 2.2MP BSI-CMOS | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| LCD | 2.7" 16:9 230k pixel | Buyers guide |
| Viewfinder | No | Buyers guide |
Audio
| Audio | 2 channels | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| Accessory shoe | No | Buyers guide |
Storage and transfer
| Built-in memory | No | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| Card type | MicroSD / Memory stick micro | Buyers guide |
Power and connectivity
| Battery | NP-BX1 | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | No | Buyers guide |
Market
| Video standard | NTSC (assumed, not stated in the source) | Unchecked |
|---|
The 2014 Sony lineup
Ranked by output, then Sony's own market tier, then optical zoom. The HDR-CX240 sits 17 of 20.
Sources
- Rows marked Buyers guide: Sony Handycam complete buyers guide, a community spreadsheet. A manual or maker source replaces it wherever we have one.