Sony CX700 1080p Full HD Handycam Camcorder Reviews 2011

Our camcorder reviews indicate that movie makers regard the the Sony CX700 as a best camcorder which will record in 1920×1080, preferably 1080p with AVCHD MPEG-4 compression, a huge internal flash memory as well as an SDHC SD card or Micro SD card for extra storage.

The Sony CX700 video camera has all of these features. Add BSI CMOS sensor for best low light shots, a large touch panel LCD screen and an EVF is an added bonus.

Sony CX700 camcorders record 50 Full HD frames every second (1920×1080/50p) in AVCHD for smooth video recording. AVCHD is a high quality MPEG-4 compression system used in many professional AVCHD camcorder models. Add to that is a new optical steadyshot active mode for 3-way camera shake correction.

Lack of memory  should never be an issue. The Sony CX700 HD video camera can record for almost 40 hours onto a 96GB internal memory with the option of adding an optional SD Card and Memory Stick for even more storage. The Sony HDR-CX700 camcorder can use 64GB SD Cards as well as 32GB memory sticks.

A Super sensitive Exmor R™ CMOS Sensor in the Sony CX700 camcorder reduces image noise for clearer images, while night vision mode allows an almost acceptable picture in the dark. 26.3mm wide angle G Lens with 10x optical zoom, 14x extended zoom. The Filter Diameter is 37mm.

Quality sound is taken care of too, as the Sony CX700 HD video camera has a precision microphone array capturing 5.1-ch surround sound with greater sensitivity and reduced wind noise. The new microphone design and digital signal processing reduces wind noise, for clearer dialogue and sounds when shooting outside, while stereo speakers and S-Master technology guarantee clear sound on playback.

There are plenty of manual control options on the Sony CX700 camcorder with a manual focus key giving options for manual iris, shutter, exposure and white balance with peaking functions from an assignable dial.

Sony CX700 With Full Auto or Full Manual Control

Choose Intelligent Auto and the Sony CX700 camcorder gives you 90 different scene combinations going a step beyond traditional auto modes by analyzing your shot and then automatically selecting the appropriate settings from ten distinct scene modes from landscape, backlight, twilight, spotlight, low light, macro, portrait, baby, walk and tripod. Quick autofocus locks onto subject at high speed for clear, sharply-focused images, even in low-light conditions.

CinemaTone technology of the Sony CX700 HD video camera lets you capture stunning videos with deeper, more film-like color tones.
A clear, detail-packed colour electronic viewfinder lets you frame shots with absolute confidence, even when you’re shooting in bright sunlight and shows battery levels, while the 3.0″ LCD touchscreen indicates smile shutter, night shot, face detection, spot focus, tracking focus, expanded focus, zebra, and peaking for precision focus and exposure adjustments.

Not just for unbeatable video quality, the Sony CX700 camcorder will take 12MP photos with a built-in flash but no video light. Still images are compressed as JPEGs. Still Recordings are possible during movie  recording.(Dual Rec). An active Interface Shoe allows you to attach external lights and microphones which extends the capabilities of your camcorder even further.

Jacks: The Sony CX700 camcorders have a Stereo Microphone Minijack and Stereo Headphone Minijack
Outputs: Composite and S-Video, Component Video, HDMI, USB Input and Output.

Sony CX700V camcorder Golf Shot builds on the slow-motion capture capabilities of Smooth Slow Record, Golf Shot captures a few seconds of motion as a sequence of up to 22 still images, which can be viewed/printed individually or as a composite “sequence shot” image, perfect for analyzing the nuances of a golf swing, tennis serve, and other fast action.

Geotagging with built-in GPS receiver & NAVTEQ® maps7 an ideal choice for travellers. The Sony CX700 camcorders GPS receiver gives you the ability to view your current location on the LCD map display, as well as “tag” your shooting locations.

Sony HDR-CX700 HD camcorder GPS tracking tags videos and still images can be reviewed and played back using the Map Index function on the camcorder or once downloaded to your PC using the supplied PMB (Picture Motion Browser) software9. Additionally, the receiver automatically adjusts your camcorder’s clock to the proper time zone.

Connect the built-in USB cable to transfer videos or recharge the Sony CX700 camcorders battery. When not in use, the USB cable stows neatly in the hand strap.  Connect the Sony HDR-CX700 camcorder to any PC via built-in USB cable: built-in PMB Portable software launches automatically for easy web sharing

Easy new interface with Event Browse. Intuitive playback solution groups your camcorder footage and still photos by events: allows easy searching to favourites

Highlight Playback automatically edits together movie highlights and still photos with music and transitions: burn the results to DVD or share online.

Sony CX700 camcorders Highlight Playback creates movies with transitions for you, identifying and compiling key scenes into movie complete with music and transitions. You can even pinpoint the exact scene you want .

Direct Copy with One Touch Disc Burn to external HDD without a computer. PC-free burning to AVCHD or Standard Definition DVD discs with compatible Sony DVDirect Express writer. The Sony CX700 camcorder can also access videos stored on the external hard drive for playback on your HDTV4, allowing you to utilize the camcorder’s handy playback features.

An NP-FV50 battery is included with the Sony CX700 camcorders with the supplied accessories which gives about 60 minutes of use filming in HD. An NP-FV70 battery is a wise extra to buy, as it will give you an extra 120 minutes.

Others Features of the Sony CX700 Camcorders

Sony HDR-CX700

Backlight Compensation
Playlist Edit Add / Delete / Move
Original Edit Delete / Divide
Highlight Playback
Quick ON
16:9 Wide Recording
Start / Stop Rec and Zoom button on LCD

Sony CX700 Camcorder Supplied Accessories
AC Adaptor
AC-L200
Power cord
Component cable
AV Cable
Rechargeable Battery Pack NP-FV50
USB Cable
Editing Software Picture Motion Browser (PMB)

Sony CX700 Camcorder Review Summary

In conclusion the Sony CX700 Prosumer camcorder gives movie makers the choice of full auto or full manual control, with features by the bucket full and at an affordable price. Visit our UK Camcorder Reviews site at for a more detailed review, or read Sony HDR-CX700V reviews from our Sister US Camcorder Review site.

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