Overview
The HDR-XR160 is a 2011 high-definition camcorder in Sony's HDR line, recording to hdd. It pairs a 1/4" 3.3MP BSI-CMOS sensor with a 30x optical zoom. Stabilization is optical. There is no viewfinder.
Specifications
Optics
| Optical zoom | 30x | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| 35mm equivalent | 29.8mm | Buyers guide |
| Focal length | 2.1-63mm | Buyers guide |
| Lens thread | 37mm | Buyers guide |
| SteadyShot | Optical | Buyers guide |
| Light | No | Buyers guide |
Imaging and display
| Image sensor | 1/4" 3.3MP BSI-CMOS | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| LCD | 3" 16:9 230k pixel touch | Buyers guide |
| Viewfinder | No | Buyers guide |
Audio
| Audio | Dolby 5.1 + mic jack | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| Accessory shoe | No | Buyers guide |
Storage and transfer
| Built-in memory | 160GB HDD | Buyers guide |
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Market
| Video standard | NTSC (assumed, not stated in the source) | Unchecked |
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Features
Dolby 5.1, Microphone input, Touchscreen.
The 2011 Sony lineup
Ranked by output, then Sony's own market tier, then optical zoom. The HDR-XR160 sits 6 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.