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DSC-HX20V/B
Get extremely close with the ultra-stabilized 20X optical/40X Clear
Image zoom on the Sony® DSC-HX20V, and capture detailed pictures
and Full HD 1080/60p videos with its 18.2MP sensor. Picture Effects, Photo
Creativity, 3D Still Image, and 3D Sweep Panorama modes expand
creative options, and a built-in GPS lets you share your journeys.
18.2MP Exmor® R CMOS sensor
The 18.2MP Exmor® R CMOS sensor captures ultra-high definition images that take full advantage
of the camera’s sharp Sony® G lens. An advanced BIONZ processor rapidly analyzes the ExtraHigh Sensitivity data from the sensor, and activates By-Pixel Super Resolution technologies to
reduce noise levels up to 6X compared to previous CMOS sensors, resulting in stunning low light
images with incredible details.
High speed AF
To improve focusing speed and sensitivity, the Exmor R® CMOS sensor uses its rapid throughput
to deliver high-quality image signals to the camera’s BIONZ® processor. The result is fast, DSLR-like
focusing speeds, even in low light.
Optical zoom plus Clear image zoom
Most digital zooms use electronic cropping to get closer to the subject, resulting in unsharp
images. With Clear Image Zoom the powerful processor compares patterns found in adjacent
pixels and creates new pixels to match selected patterns, resulting in more realistic, higher-quality
images. Clear Image Zoom doubles optical zoom for closer photos.
Full HD 1080/60p
Record crystal clear movies at the highest resolution available with capabilities for 60i in 1080
AVCHD™ video.¹ This provides stunning, fast motion video with less distortion for playback on your
HD TV.2 With dual record of stills and movies, you can shoot both at the same time.
Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization with 3-way Active Mode
Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization reduces shake and blur by countering camera
movements in both horizontal and vertical directions. Active 3-Way stabilization adds digital
rolling control that counters clockwise and anti-clockwise rotation, resulting in more stable videos
even at long focal lengths.
GPS and Compass
GPS and compass record location data and camera direction as you shoot movies and photos.
GPS Log lets users track a photographic journey and later view the path and images on a map.
Map View in “PlayMemories Home” software, allows users to view images on a map showing
where they were taken. The logged path and images can also be displayed on Google Earth.
Capture the decisive moment with up to 10fps
Capture full 18.2 megapixel resolution images at up to 10 frames per second, helping to ensure
that the decisive moment is captured such as the soccer ball flying into the goal. In addition, a
mechanical shutter helps reduce distortion when continuously shooting moving subjects.
3D Still Image and 3D Sweep Panorama™ mode
Produce awe-inspiring images with 3D Still Image and 3D Sweep Panorama™ capabilities.3
Photos will take on a new dimension of creative capabilities for viewing the world in a whole new
way.
Picture Effect
Picture Effect adds a new level of expression to photos, making ordinary landscapes and portraits
come to life by heightening mood and emphasizing certain attributes. Select camera models
have up to nine different effects.
Photo Creativity
Photo Creativity allows you to fine-tune your exposure settings, such as brightness, color, and
vividness, and quickly choose the right enhancement for your subject. Now you can view Picture
Effects and Photo Creativity effects in real time on the camera’s monitor or in the viewfinder
before shooting.
Background Defocus
DSLR photographs are often beautiful because they blur the background, putting the emphasis
on the subject. Now our point-and-shoot cameras can deliver this signature DSLR benefit. The
system takes two shots, identifies the background and applies a defocused background keeping
the subject crisp and clear
Superior Auto mode
Specifications
Camera
Camera Type
High Zoom
Imaging Sensor
Imaging Sensor
1/2.3” Exmor® R
CMOS Sensor
Focal Length
(35mm
equivalent)
Still 16:9: 27.5550mm / Still
4:3: 25-500mm
/ Movie 16:9:
Lens
Construction
12 elements in 9
groups
White Balance
Mode
Minimum Focus
Distance
Processor
BIONZ®
Pixel Gross
18.9MP
Aspheric
Elements
4
Effective
Picture
Resolution
18.2MP
Clear Image
Zoom
40x
Color Filter
System
RGB primary color
filters
Steady Shot
Mode:Active
Yes
Media Type
optional “Memory
Stick Duo” (No
movie recording),
optional “Memory
Stick PRO Duo”
(Mark 2 only for
movie recording),
optional “Memory
Stick PRO-HG
Duo”, optional
SD Memory Card
(Class 4 or higher),
optional SDHC
Memory Card
(Class 4 or higher),
optional SDXC
Memory Card
(Class 4 or higher)
LCD Type
3.0” Xtra Fine
LCD™ TruBlack™
display (921K dots)
Brightness
Control
5(Bright) / 4 /
3(Normal) / 2 /
1(Dark)
Histogram
Yes
Grid Display
Yes (Off / On)
Multi Point AF /
Center Weighted
AF / Flexible Spot
AF / Manual /
Semi Manual /
Tracking Focus
/ Face Tracking
Focus
Still Image
Max Effective
Resolution
Approx. 18.2
Megapixels
Still Image Size
16:9
13M(4,896×2,752) /
2M(1,920 x 1,080)
Still Image Size
4:3
18M(4,896×3,672) /
10M(3,648 x 2,736)
/ 5M(2,592 x 1,944)
/ VGA
Metering
Modes
Multi Pattern /
Center Weighted
/ Spot
Panorama Still
Image Size
Sweep
Exposure
Compensation
Plus / Minus 2.0EV,
1 / 3EV step
Scene Mode(s)
High Sensitivity /
Soft snap / Soft
Skin / Landscape
/ Night Portrait
/ Night Scene /
Handheld Twilight
/ Gourmet /
Beach / Snow
/ Fireworks /
Pet mode /
Anti-motion
blur / Backlight
Correction HDR /
Advanced sports
shooting
Sweep Multi
Angle Image
Size
2M (1,920 x 1,080)
Video Mode
AVCHD 60i:28M
Photo Capture
from Movie
Yes
Dual Record
Yes
Audio Format
AC3 (Stereo)
Microphone/
Speaker
Stereo/mono
Wind Noise
Reduction
Off/on
Optics/Lens
Lens Type
Sony G
Aperture
f 3.2-5.8
Optical Zoom
20x
Self-timer
Off / 10sec. /
2sec. / portrait1 /
portrait2
Shutter Speeds
iAuto(4" - 1/1600)
/ Program
Auto(1" - 1/1600)
/ Manual(30" 1/1600)
Burst Mode
Focus Control
AF Modes
AF Illuminator
Anti Motion Blur
Yes
Sweep
Panorama
Intelligent Sweep
Panorama / 3D
Sweep Panorama
Face Detection
8 Faces (Auto /
Off / Child Priority
/ Adult Priority /
Key Selected Face
Memory)
Smile Shutter™
technology
Yes
Image
Stabilization
Optical
SteadyShot™
with 3-way Active
Mode Image
Stabilization
In-Camera
Editing
Trimming / Red
Eye Correction /
Unsharp Masking
Intelligent Auto
Yes
Shooting Tips
Yes
Background
Defocus
Yes
Tracking Focus
Off / Auto
Blink Detection
Yes
Photo
Creativity
Yes
Drive System
LCD Display
Recording
Auto (Intelligent) /
Daylight / Cloudy
/ Fluorescent 1
(White Fluorescent
Lighting) /
Fluorescent 2
(Natural White
Fluorescent
Lighting) /
Fluorescent 3 (Day
White Fluorescent
Lighting) /
Incandescent /
Flash / One Push,
One Push Set /
White Balance
Shift
Flash
Flash Modes
Auto / Flash On
/ Slow Synchro /
Flash Off
Flash Coverage
ISO Auto:
Approx.0.4m to
7.1m(1 feet 3 3/4
inches to 23 feet
3 5/8 inches)(W)
/ Approx.1.7m
to 3.9 m(5feet 7
inches to 12 feet
9 5/8 inches)(T),
ISO3200: up to
Approx.10.0 m(32
feet 9 3/4 inches)
(W) / Approx.5.5
m(18 feet 5/8
inches)(T)
Auto / Off
Exposure System
D-Range
Optimizer
Standard
ISO
Auto / 100 / 200
/ 400 / 800 / 1600
/ 3200 / 6400 /
12800
Approx 10 fps at
18.2MP (Maximum
10 shots)
Convenience Features
Red-Eye
Reduction
Auto / On / Off
Erase/Protect
Erase: Single /
Select / Date /
Folder / AVCHD,
Protect: Single /
Select / Date /
Folder / AVCHD
Red-Eye
Reduction
Auto / On / Off
Erase/Protect
Erase: Single /
Select / Date /
Folder / AVCHD,
Protect: Single /
Select / Date /
Folder / AVCHD
Advanced Features
Interface
Memory Card
Slot
MS Duo and SD/
SDHC/SDXC
Compatible
HD Output
Micro HDMI
USB Port(s)
Micro USB, HiSpeed USB(USB2.0)
TransferJet
Send: Yes,
Receive: Yes
Dimensions (Approx.)
Dimensions
(Approx.)
4 1/4" x 2 1/2" x 1
3/8" (106.6mm x
61.9mm x 34.6mm)
Weights and Measurements
Weight
(Approx.)
9.0oz (254g)
Weight(Approx)
(Main unit only)
2.7oz (221g)
Power
Battery Type
LITHIUM ION NPBG1 3.6V
Battery
Capacity
Power
Consumption
(in Operation)
Approx. 1.1W
Power
Requirements
AC 100V to 240V,
50/60 Hz, 70mA
1. Records in 29 minute segments
2. Requires HDTV and HDMI cable sold separately
3. Requires 3D HDTV, HDMI cable (at least 10.2 Gbps) and active 3D glasses sold separately.
4. Combined with electronic stabilization
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Features and specifications subject to change without notice.
Updated: March 1, 2012