Sony DSCHX9VB Cyber-shot Digital Still Camera - Black (16.2MP, 16x Optical Zoom) 3 inch LCD

The ideal travel partner – light, compact and packed with easy-to-use features for sharply defined images and HD videos. Cyber-shot™ HX9V is designed to explore with on board GPS and Compass technology so you can geotag shots and see exactly where you took your photos. Truly innovative, the HX9V is the first ever Cyber-shot to offer Full HD (1920x1080) movie recording at an incredible 50 frames per second. Inside is a range of pro imaging technology including a 16 megapixel Exmor R™ CMOS sensor, 16x IS optical zoom and a 24mm wide angle Sony G lens. Bring memories vividly to life with 3D single shot and Intelligent Sweep Panorama. A superb all-in-one camera for high resolution stills and video.

Track where you shoot with built-in GPS.
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Designed to travel

Compact and light but ruggedly built, HX9V is a camera that’s perfect for taking around. It offers a great combination of style and durability – just what you need on holidays and while out with friends. GPS displays your position on screen so you always know where you are and where you’re going. Then when you get back home, retrace your steps with exciting online maps on your PC.

Capture everything, even in low light

High performance imaging is what Cyber-shot™ HX cameras are all about. The HX9V is no exception with a high sensitivity 16.2 megapixel Exmor R™ CMOS sensor and BIONZ image processor for shooting intensely detailed, high resolution images. Press the shutter and shoot at an incredible 10 frames per second or freeze the action with a high-speed burst of images. Developed exclusively by Sony, the Exmor R™ CMOS sensor absorbs twice as much light as a conventional sensor giving you low-noise pictures that stay perfectly defined even in poor conditions. So if you want to shoot at twilight while the sun is setting over the sea or indoors without using a flash, that’s no problem.

Capture everything, even in low light with the Exmor R™ CMOS sensor.
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Focusing on quality

A professional grade Sony G lens with a minimal focal length of 24mm allows you to capture intimate portraits and dramatic wide angle scenes. For action that's further away there’s a 16x IS optical zoom offering superb clarity. Optical stabilisation keeps your shots steady so your photos retain sharpness and definition, whatever and wherever you are shooting.

Big screen viewing

Flip the HX9V round and you'll find a large, extremely high quality 3" XtraFine TruBlack LCD screen (921k dot) offering excellent detail, high contrast and wide viewing angle. Framing shots is really easy on screen with everything crystal clear in fine detail and high contrast. Touch the screen to access a range of modes and settings or review your shots with friends. Scroll through latest compositions by sliding your finger across the screen – nothing could be simpler.

Capture images in superb clarity with a 16x IS optical zoom.
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3D – the new dimension

The sophisticated HX9V gives you the opportunity to discover an incredible new dimension in imaging. Shoot 3D still photos at the touch of a button for playback on your 3D TV. Just press the shutter and the camera will shoot two successive frames, then automatically create a single 3D image from them. You can also capture stunning landscapes and cityscapes in panoramic 3D with Intelligent 3D Sweep Panorama. Simply press the shutter while sweeping the camera from side to side or up and down to shoot a high-speed burst of frames. Images are then automatically stitched together to create one amazing panoramic picture at a high resolution of 42.9 megapixels. Sweep Multi Angle creates amazing 3D-like views so you can view your subject from different angles by tilting the camera screen. When you’re done, sit back and enjoy 3D shots on your 3D HD TV or zoom in with PlayStation®3.

Shoot in Full HD 1080p

HX9V is the first Cyber-shot to record an incredible 50 Full HD (1920x1080) frames every second in progressive mode for ultra-smooth, cinematic action. It’s the perfect camera to take along when heading out into the great outdoors. Efficient AVCHD video compression technology optimises file size for easy storage and sharing on your PC. Sound quality is impressive too with stereo recorded at 50 frames per second to bring out all the atmosphere. Relive the excitement by watching your movies on your HD TV using the camera's multiple HD output options.

So easy with Superior Auto

If high contrast is causing washed-out backgrounds and detail lost in shadow, switch to Backlight Correction HDR. The HX9V will take two images at different exposure settings then combine the best elements of each into one natural-looking image. Plus with Background Defocus, you can create professional-looking images with a razor-sharp foreground subject against a smoothly blurred background.

Impressive background effects

If high contrast is causing washed-out backgrounds and detail lost in shadow, switch to Backlight Correction HDR. The HX9V will take two images at different exposure settings then combine the best elements of each into one natural-looking image. Plus with Background Defocus, you can create professional-looking images with a razor-sharp foreground subject against a smoothly blurred background.

Natural portraits

Face Detection automatically adjusts the exposure, focus and skin tone of your shot so the photos you take of your friends and family look more natural. Soft Skin mode uses this Face Detection technology to automatically soften wrinkles and freckles, as well as adding definition to the eyes and mouth - perfect for individual or group portraits. Smile Shutter is another handy feature that when activated, automatically takes pictures when people smile.

Browse, manage, share

Upload memories to your favourite social networking website with just a few clicks of the mouse. PMB (Picture Motion Browser) Portable software lets you select and transfer photos or video clips to any web-connected PC. Ideal while travelling when you only have a few minutes spare to get in touch with friends and family.