Overview
The HDR-CX540 is a 2014 high-definition camcorder in Sony's HDR line, recording to flash memory. It pairs a 1/4" 2.2MP BSI-CMOS sensor with a 30x optical zoom. Stabilization is BOSS. There is no viewfinder.
Specifications
Optics
| Optical zoom | 30x | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| 35mm equivalent | 26.8mm | Buyers guide |
| Focal length | 1.9-57mm | Buyers guide |
| Lens thread | 46mm | Buyers guide |
| SteadyShot | BOSS | Buyers guide |
| Light | No | Buyers guide |
Imaging and display
| Image sensor | 1/4" 2.2MP BSI-CMOS | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| LCD | 3" 16:9 460k pixel touch | Buyers guide |
| Viewfinder | No | Buyers guide |
Audio
| Audio | 5.1 dolby + mic jack + headphone jack | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| Accessory shoe | MI | Buyers guide |
Storage and transfer
| Built-in memory | 32GB | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| Card type | MicroSD / Memory stick micro | Buyers guide |
Power and connectivity
| Battery | Infolithium H/V | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Buyers guide |
Market
| Video standard | NTSC (assumed, not stated in the source) | Unchecked |
|---|
Features
Dolby 5.1, Headphone jack, Microphone input, Accessory shoe, Touchscreen, Wi-Fi.
The 2014 Sony lineup
Ranked by output, then Sony's own market tier, then optical zoom. The HDR-CX540 sits 10 of 20.
Sources
- Rows marked Buyers guide: Sony Handycam complete buyers guide, a community spreadsheet. A manual or maker source replaces it wherever we have one.