MPEG4 Net Sharing Camcorder : Capture high-quality digital video and broadcast it live to your friends and family over the Web with this compact, highly advanced camcorder.
Sony is responding to the rise of user-generated content on the Internet with its new, pocket-sized Net-sharing CAM, designed for social networkers and video bloggers who frequently upload video and images to the web.
With more than 230 million videos viewed online and more than 150,000 uploaded daily, video sharing is fast becoming as popular as photo sharing.
Sony’s Net-sharing CAM seamlessly uploads short video clips to the web, and snaps print-quality, 5-megapixel digital still photos. Weighing just about five ounces, the model has ultra-portable dimensions (1 3/16 by 4 1/8 by 2 1/4 inches, W x H x D).It can record about five hours of web-ready video footage on a Memory Stick PRO Duo media card, when recording with the default settings on a 2GB media card.
The device shoots video in the “web-ready” MPEG-4 recording format, with selectable picture qualities ranging from QVGA/15 frames per second to VGA/30 frames per second, which can be viewed on televisions. It sports a distinctive “sharemark” button so users can easily “tag” or select video and photos they want to upload.
The Net-sharing CAM is pre-loaded with PMB Portable software. This user-friendly application automatically runs when the device is connected to a compatible PC via the supplied USB cable, and will recognize “tagged” videos and photos. Because the unit pre-formats videos for popular web-sharing sites, it is easy to access them and post videos, without having to down-convert or manipulate the footage beforehand.
For the ultimate in ease of upload, the PMB Portable pre-loaded software has pre-programmed menu buttons for direct publishing to web sharing sites, such as Crackle. The built-in software can also be programmed for web sites of your choice or even your own personal blog or “vlog.”
Picture Motion Browser software is also supplied for those who would prefer an extended version of the application to run directly from a personal computer. Additionally, this version makes it possible to quickly edit and store footage based on preferences. Bundled driver software is also included so the device can double as a live web cam.
Designed to be sleek and intuitive, the Net-sharing CAM sports separate buttons for movies and photos, eliminating the need to select specific modes before shooting. It has a built-in flash, 4x digital zoom, and a 2.4-inch color LCD screen. Powered with rechargeable Lithium-ion technology, the model has a battery life of about 90 minutes (depending on recording conditions).
1/2.5″ CMOS Imager
Providing great detail and clarity along with outstanding digital video performance.
4X Digital Zoom
The Precision Digital Zoom usesx interpolation allowing the digital zoom to be clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zooms.
SteadyShot® Picture Stabilization System
Picture stabilization system that uses motion sensors to detect and compensate for camera “shake” without compromising picture quality like some other digital stabilization systems.
2.4″ SwivelScreen™ LCD Display (112K Pixels)
Provides stunning viewing clarity with improved resolution. The high resolution 123K pixel LCD screen rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles providing sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback.
USB Streaming
Stay connected to family and friends by broadcasting live video with audio over the internet using the USB1 interface. You can even playback your favorite recorded scene on the camcorder’s tape. It’s like having your own video conferencing system.
LITHIUM Ion Battery System
Charge the battery at anytime because unlike NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries, rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries from Sony are not subjected to a life shortening “memory effect”.
Multi-Language Menu
Change the menu display from English to French, or Spanish.
Scene Selection Modes
The Scene Selection modes make recording easy even when filming in challenging situations. Choose from Beach, Candle, Fireworks, High-Speed Shutter, Landscape, Snow, Soft Snap, Twilight, Twilight Portrait
Picture Effects
Get creative when recording or playing back your videos with Sony’s Picture Effect Modes. Effects available in Camera mode: Monotone and Sepia.
USB 2.0 Interface
UYSB 2.0 interface provides and easy way to connect your Net Sharing CAM to the computer for fast transfer to your computer for uploading and sharing. In addition, charge your Net Sharing CAM via the USB 2.0 connection for ease of use and portability.
Memory Stick® and Memory Stick PRO™ Duo Media Slot
Capture MPEG4 video and 5 Megapixel Still Images (2592 x 1944) directly onto Memory Stick media (sold separately) for easy trasnfer to PCs for uploading, emailing or printing.
