Overview
The DCR-SX40 is a 2009 standard-definition camcorder in Sony's DCR line, recording to flash memory. It pairs a 1/8" 0.41MP CCD (16:9) sensor with a 60x optical zoom. Stabilization is electronic. There is no viewfinder.
Specifications
Optics
| Optical zoom | 60x | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| 35mm equivalent | 39mm | Buyers guide |
| Focal length | 1.8-108mm | Buyers guide |
| Lens thread | No | Buyers guide |
| SteadyShot | Electronic | Buyers guide |
| Light | No | Buyers guide |
Imaging and display
| Image sensor | 1/8" 0.41MP CCD (16:9) | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| LCD | 2.7" 16:9 123k pixel touch | Buyers guide |
| Viewfinder | No | Buyers guide |
Audio
| Audio | 2 channels | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| Accessory shoe | No | Buyers guide |
Storage and transfer
| Built-in memory | 4GB | Buyers guide |
|---|
Market
| Video standard | NTSC (assumed, not stated in the source) | Unchecked |
|---|
Features
Touchscreen.
The 2009 Sony lineup
Ranked by output, then Sony's own market tier, then optical zoom. The DCR-SX40 sits 14 of 22.
Sources
- Rows marked Buyers guide: Sony Handycam complete buyers guide, a community spreadsheet. A manual or maker source replaces it wherever we have one.