Overview
The MHS-TS55 is a 2012 standard-definition camcorder in Sony's MHS line, recording to bloggie. It pairs a 1/2.5" 12.8MP CMOS sensor with a 1x optical zoom. Stabilization is electronic. There is no viewfinder.
Specifications
Optics
| Optical zoom | 1x | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| 35mm equivalent | 37mm | Buyers guide |
| Focal length | 5.3mm | Buyers guide |
| Lens thread | No | Buyers guide |
| SteadyShot | Electronic | Buyers guide |
| Light | LED | Buyers guide |
Imaging and display
| Image sensor | 1/2.5" 12.8MP CMOS | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| LCD | 3" 16:9 288k pixel touch | Buyers guide |
| Viewfinder | No | Buyers guide |
Audio
| Audio | 2 channels | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| Accessory shoe | No | Buyers guide |
Storage and transfer
| Built-in memory | 8GB | Buyers guide |
|---|
Market
| Video standard | NTSC (assumed, not stated in the source) | Unchecked |
|---|
Features
Touchscreen.
The 2012 Sony lineup
Ranked by output, then Sony's own market tier, then optical zoom. The MHS-TS55 sits 24 of 27.
Sources
- Rows marked Buyers guide: Sony Handycam complete buyers guide, a community spreadsheet. A manual or maker source replaces it wherever we have one.