Sony HDR-CX160 High-Definition Handycam Camcorder (Black)


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Capture amazing 1920 x 1080 Full HD video with the ultra-compact HDR-CX160 Handycam camcorder. It features an "Exmor R" CMOS sensor for superior low-light performance and wide angle Sony G lens, plus 42x extended zoom feature for getting you closer to the action. Record and store up to six hours of high-definition video footage (HD LP mode) via the built-in embedded Flash memory. You can also compose and view your shots on the vibrant 3.0" touch-screen display.


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List Price : $449.99 Price : $448.00
Sony HDR-CX160 High-Definition Handycam Camcorder (Black)

  • 1920x1080 Full HD 60p Recording w/3MP still image
  • 16GB embedded Flash Memory for up to 6 hours of recording
  • Wide Angle G lens to capture everything you want
  • 42x Extended Zoom to get even closer to the action
  • Back-illuminated "Exmor R" CMOS sensor for superb low-light video


Sony HDR-CX160 High-Definition Handycam Camcorder (Black) Reviews


Sony HDR-CX160 High-Definition Handycam Camcorder (Black) Reviews


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84 of 84 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing little HD camcorder, May 2, 2011
This review is from: Sony HDR-CX160 High-Definition Handycam Camcorder (Black) (Camera)
My new Sony CX160 HD HandyCam. The more I use it, the more I am loving it.
It is very convenient to use with a perfect size for my medium sized palm, and the zoom & record buttons conveniently placed on the camera body as well as on the touch screen. The touch screen is pretty good. I would recommend using a scratch guard which makes it easier to clean since it is prone to finger prints. The touch screen interface is very intuitive (one cant go wrong with the interface with Sony) and takes only couple of mins to get used to. I started shooting right after unboxing it. Coming to the most important aspect - the picture. The picture quality of the videos is absolutely stunning. Even under low light (indoors), the picture quality is quite good when shot at FX mode. I generally prefer FX mode (60i) which is actually the second best mode in terms of picture clarity but gives you that extra shooting time with negligible picture degradation as compared to PS mode (60p @ 28Mbps). PS mode... Read more
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42 of 43 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Little Camera and Cheaper Here Than Fry's, April 8, 2011
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This review is from: Sony HDR-CX160 High-Definition Handycam Camcorder (Black) (Camera)
I finally took the plunge and upgraded from having to find blank discs for video recording to this lightweight and compact recorder. I really like the feature of being able to put it all on a HD, and the zoom is pretty incredible at 42x: I tested one in a Fry's store before purchasing here on Amazon, and was able to pick off small text words on a sign halfway across the store.

The picture equality to me is crystal clear, and transferred over to my computer for ripping to a DVD without any issues at all. Piece of cake.

While it does come with 16 gig of memory, I went ahead and paid extra for a 32 GB SD memory card: the last thing I wanted to have happen is run out of space right in the middle of whatever I might be recording.

I didn't purchase an upgraded battery with the initial purchase, as I thought I would see what type of performance I would get with the one that came with it: I'm getting about 2.5 to 3 hours, but your results may vary... Read more
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45 of 50 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Sony HDR-CX160 great ground camcorder, March 26, 2011
This review is from: Sony HDR-CX160 High-Definition Handycam Camcorder (Black) (Camera)
I've owned and tested a new Sony CX series camcorder each year since the CX7. I'm extremely impressed with the Sony CX160 for ground footage. Testing it the other night when my friends rode bulls for the first time ("Dysfunctional Bull Riding" on youtube) I was impressed on the active steadyshot being able to minimize my hand held shaking while the camera was heavily zoomed in. The low lux made the above video super bright even in a dark arena. The external mic is nice to have back on a consumer level CX series camera. I personally don't like the built in USB cable since I tend to mount my cameras in boxes and helmets but for the average joe, it's nice not to look for a USB cable. The other plus with this camera is you can now charge through this cable. Therefore a standard USB charger port in your car or computer can charge the camera. This takes longer than the standard Sony charger but nice in a pinch. I've noticed the USB downloading speeds are extremely slow in this camera. It... Read more
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