The HDR-CX550V Handycam camcorder announced back at CES 2010 is outfitted with a professional-quality wide angle Sony G Lens and an “Exmor R” CMOS image sensor for superior low-light performance. Sony has realized many enthusiasts are using these camcorders in the field, and are set to offer a cool bundle called the HXR-MC50J this July that give it greater flexibility for aspiring filmmakers. Items in this add-on kit include a lens hood, external microphone, and a NP-FV70 high capacity battery.
Other key specifications of the hardware itself include 1080i HD video recording, 12-megapixel images, 64GB embedded Flash memory, 10X optical zoom, Optical SteadyShot, and built-in GPS receiver. There’s also an incredible 3.5 inch LCD screen that is capable of 921k colors. Not too shabby.
