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Name: Sony - Handycam CX405 Flash Memory Camcorder - Black
Brand: Sony
SKU: 2964179
Price: 229.99 USD
Rating: 4.5 (2850 reviews)

Sony - Handycam CX405 Flash Memory Camcorder - Black

Model:: HDRCX405/B; |
SKU:: 2964179

User rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars with 2850 reviews.

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QuestionCAN YOU WATCH YOUR RECORDINGS ON A TV? THINKING OG GETTING A CAMERA LIKE THIS TO RECORD OUR GRANDKIDS GAMES ETC. ALSO HOW DO YOU STORE WHAT YOU'VE RECORDED? YEARS AGO WE HAD THE OLD BIG CAMCORDER THAT USED VHS TAPES AND WE STILL HAVE SOME OF THOSE TAPES.
Asked 7 years ago by GrandmaP.
- Answer I use it to record my sons games. It requires a memory card. It comes with the hook up to connect to a hdmi so you can play back on the tv.
  Answered 7 years ago by Thatmom
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Questionwondering about purchasing a camcorder to record grandkids football/soccer etc. how do you view or save the recordings? the old ones used vhs tapes (long ago)
Asked 7 years ago by GrandmaP.
- Answer Hi GrandmaP, this is the perfect camcorder for you. You may view your recordings on the camcorder itself, your computer, or on your TV. The recordings are stored in small SD/memory cards which are very easy to store and carry. Best regards, -Mark
  Answered 7 years ago by SonyListens
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QuestionWhat is its FPS speed? Can't find this anywhere. Recording wrestling matches indoors and too often the really fast stuff gets jumpy, rapid-fire stop and go--rather than a smooth movement, so good FPS is a deal breaker for me. Thanks,
Asked 7 years ago by Bobman.
- Answer It depends on what format you are recording in. Most types it gets 60fps. Here are the specs https://www.cnet.com/products/sony-handycam-hdr-cx405/specs/
  Answered 7 years ago by George
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QuestionDoes this camera have a microphone jack?
Asked 7 years ago by Oof.
- Answer Hi Oof, This camera does not have a microphone jack. You may check the parts and controls of this camcorder for more details: http://helpguide.sony.net/cam/1440/v1/en/cover/level3_02.html Regards, Vincent
  Answered 7 years ago by SonyListens
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QuestionHow much does this camera weigh?
Asked 7 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Hi there! This camera weighs approximately 7.6 oz (with an NP-BX1 battery). If it comes with an NP-BX1 battery, it weighs approximately 215 grams: https://www.sony.com/electronics/handycam-camcorders/hdr-cx405/specifications Regards, Vincent
  Answered 7 years ago by SonyListens
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QuestionDoes it have a light? or will it allow an external light (such as a light bar) to be attached?
Asked 7 years ago by Bubba1971.
- Answer No it’s a very basic camera. You can’t connect an external light, because it doesn’t have a boot to connect a light to the camera.
  Answered 7 years ago by Wheels
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QuestionHi. We have the Sony HDR-PJ380 which was a great camcorder until the screen went black. It's been a year and half and I guess I need to finally replace it. Are the HDR-PJ380 accessories compatible with this CX-405 model? Thanks in advance.
Asked 7 years ago by Pammy.
- Answer Hi Pammy, If your PJ380 comes with DLC-HEU15 cable, you can use this with CX405. You cannot use the battery pack of PJ380 with CX405. You may further compare by visiting the links below: http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/www/cscs/accessories/?area=gb&lang=en&mdl=HDR-CX405 http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/www/cscs/accessories/?area=gb&lang=en&mdl=HDR-PJ380 Regards, Vincent
  Answered 7 years ago by SonyListens
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QuestionDoes this cam use SD or micro SD? Can you put time and date stamp on it?
Asked 7 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Yes, this model accepts select microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC and MSM formats.
  Answered 7 years ago by CommunityAnswer
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QuestionDoes it come with a tripod? If not what’s a good tripod to use with it?
Asked 7 years ago by Curious.
- Answer Hi Curious, This camcorder does not come with a tripod. You may choose which tripod suits your need here: http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/www/cscs/accessories/compatibility.php?area=gb&lang=en&mdl=HDR-CX405&cat=32 Regards, Vincent
  Answered 7 years ago by SonyListens
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QuestionCan you use Maxwell DVD-R with the camcorder?
Asked 7 years ago by Pinky.
- Answer Hi Pinky,This camcorder uses memory cards to record. Here is the link for more information; http://helpguide.sony.net/cam/1440/v1/en/contents/TP0001613378.html?search=memory%20card -Jen
  Answered 7 years ago by SonyListens
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QuestionIs there a battery available that would give you longer recording time?
Asked 7 years ago by Vmech51.
- Answer Hi Vmech51, The battery pack NP-BX1 is the only one recommended for Sony HDR-CX405. We also recommend you to check this link for more details on its accessories: http://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/www/cscs/accessories/?area=gb&lang=en&mdl=HDR-CX405 -Jerome
  Answered 7 years ago by SonyListens
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QuestionWhen in live camera mode (as opposed to playback), does this camera pass video & audio through the HDMI? I would be using this with a remote broadcasting device.
Asked 7 years ago by SteveNJ.
- Answer Hi SteveNJ, yes, this camera is capable of passing video & audio signals through HDMI when recording. You may check this link for more information: https://us.en.kb.sony.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/43632/p/36919%2C37505%2C37553%2C95219/c/65%2C66/kw/live%20recording%20mode Thanks, -Mark
  Answered 7 years ago by SonyListens
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QuestionDoes the charger come as a wall mount or is it a USB cord that attaches to an adapter
Asked 7 years ago by jkj2018.
- Answer Hi jkj2018, Yes, it is a USB cable which can be connected to the supplied AC adaptor. Here is the link to its manual for your reference: https://docs.sony.com/release//Manual_4564744131.pdf -Jerome
  Answered 7 years ago by SonyListens
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QuestionCan this take pictures? If so, how?
Asked 8 years ago by Cera.
- Answer Yes, this unit can take still photos. Your remaining question cannot be answered at this time.
  Answered 8 years ago by CommunityAnswer
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QuestionIs there any way to connect an AC cord to the camera while recording a long presentation? I don't trust batteries since they usually quit in the middle. I found an AC adapter that claims it works with this model....
Asked 8 years ago by ZsaZsa.
- Answer Yes, the camera comes with an ac adapter and usb cord to plug in and charge
  Answered 7 years ago by Glenn
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Questionnew cam, how long to charge?
Asked 8 years ago by itsaqt.
- Answer Hi, itsaqt, Using the AC Adaptor, the unit requires approximately 155 minutes to fully charge a fully discharged battery pack and 275 minutes (approx.) when using a computer. Check here for more details: http://helpguide.sony.net/cam/1440/v1/en/contents/TP0000557907.html Regards, Vincent
  Answered 8 years ago by SonyListens
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QuestionI want to convert recordings on VHS tape to SD card. My VHS player has (Yel, Wht and Red) phono sockets and wonder if the CX405 has phono inputs?
Asked 8 years ago by Ricky.
- Answer No, this does not have inputs.
  Answered 8 years ago by CommunityAnswer
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QuestionIs there a charger included? I ordered this today with the idea you could use an external mic but reading further in questions and answers people said it didn’t have that feature. Can you tell me if there is an adapter or some way to use an external mic?
Asked 8 years ago by MissL.
- Answer Hi MissL, Yes, there is a battery charger included. However, there is no way you can connect an external microphone to this camcorder. Please check this link for more details: https://docs.sony.com/release//Manual_4564744131.pdf -Jerome
  Answered 8 years ago by SonyListens
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QuestionI've read complaints about downloading. If it has an SD card, wouldn't it be as easy as taking it out and sticking into the proper slot and downloading it to the computer. I would assume using the USB would be optional. Maybe which ever works best.
Asked 8 years ago by Randolini.
- Answer Yes, you can download the videos either way.
  Answered 8 years ago by CommunityAnswer
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QuestionThinking about purchasing this camcorder, when taking videos and uploading them to the computer is there good separation between each video you take? If I were to take a 10 minute video and then a week later do a 30min video they would be separated right
Asked 8 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer I am new to this camcorder, but in my use I have found it is great for storing individual recordings. Every time you stop recording it begins recording with a new file.
  Answered 8 years ago by b4thefall
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Questions & Answers

Sony - Handycam CX405 Flash Memory Camcorder - Black

Q: QuestionCAN YOU WATCH YOUR RECORDINGS ON A TV? THINKING OG GETTING A CAMERA LIKE THIS TO RECORD OUR GRANDKIDS GAMES ETC. ALSO HOW DO YOU STORE WHAT YOU'VE RECORDED? YEARS AGO WE HAD THE OLD BIG CAMCORDER THAT USED VHS TAPES AND WE STILL HAVE SOME OF THOSE TAPES.

Q: Questionwondering about purchasing a camcorder to record grandkids football/soccer etc. how do you view or save the recordings? the old ones used vhs tapes (long ago)

Q: QuestionWhat is its FPS speed? Can't find this anywhere. Recording wrestling matches indoors and too often the really fast stuff gets jumpy, rapid-fire stop and go--rather than a smooth movement, so good FPS is a deal breaker for me. Thanks,

Q: QuestionDoes this camera have a microphone jack?

Q: QuestionHow much does this camera weigh?

Q: QuestionDoes it have a light? or will it allow an external light (such as a light bar) to be attached?

Q: QuestionHi. We have the Sony HDR-PJ380 which was a great camcorder until the screen went black. It's been a year and half and I guess I need to finally replace it. Are the HDR-PJ380 accessories compatible with this CX-405 model? Thanks in advance.

Q: QuestionDoes this cam use SD or micro SD? Can you put time and date stamp on it?

Q: QuestionDoes it come with a tripod? If not what’s a good tripod to use with it?

Q: QuestionCan you use Maxwell DVD-R with the camcorder?

Q: QuestionIs there a battery available that would give you longer recording time?

Q: QuestionWhen in live camera mode (as opposed to playback), does this camera pass video & audio through the HDMI? I would be using this with a remote broadcasting device.

Q: QuestionDoes the charger come as a wall mount or is it a USB cord that attaches to an adapter

Q: QuestionCan this take pictures? If so, how?

Q: QuestionIs there any way to connect an AC cord to the camera while recording a long presentation? I don't trust batteries since they usually quit in the middle. I found an AC adapter that claims it works with this model....

Q: Questionnew cam, how long to charge?

Q: QuestionI want to convert recordings on VHS tape to SD card. My VHS player has (Yel, Wht and Red) phono sockets and wonder if the CX405 has phono inputs?

Q: QuestionIs there a charger included? I ordered this today with the idea you could use an external mic but reading further in questions and answers people said it didn’t have that feature. Can you tell me if there is an adapter or some way to use an external mic?

Q: QuestionI've read complaints about downloading. If it has an SD card, wouldn't it be as easy as taking it out and sticking into the proper slot and downloading it to the computer. I would assume using the USB would be optional. Maybe which ever works best.

Q: QuestionThinking about purchasing this camcorder, when taking videos and uploading them to the computer is there good separation between each video you take? If I were to take a 10 minute video and then a week later do a 30min video they would be separated right

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QuestionCAN YOU WATCH YOUR RECORDINGS ON A TV? THINKING OG GETTING A CAMERA LIKE THIS TO RECORD OUR GRANDKIDS GAMES ETC. ALSO HOW DO YOU STORE WHAT YOU'VE RECORDED? YEARS AGO WE HAD THE OLD BIG CAMCORDER THAT USED VHS TAPES AND WE STILL HAVE SOME OF THOSE TAPES.

Questionwondering about purchasing a camcorder to record grandkids football/soccer etc. how do you view or save the recordings? the old ones used vhs tapes (long ago)

QuestionWhat is its FPS speed? Can't find this anywhere. Recording wrestling matches indoors and too often the really fast stuff gets jumpy, rapid-fire stop and go--rather than a smooth movement, so good FPS is a deal breaker for me. Thanks,

QuestionDoes this camera have a microphone jack?

QuestionHow much does this camera weigh?

QuestionDoes it have a light? or will it allow an external light (such as a light bar) to be attached?

QuestionHi. We have the Sony HDR-PJ380 which was a great camcorder until the screen went black. It's been a year and half and I guess I need to finally replace it. Are the HDR-PJ380 accessories compatible with this CX-405 model? Thanks in advance.

QuestionDoes this cam use SD or micro SD? Can you put time and date stamp on it?

QuestionDoes it come with a tripod? If not what’s a good tripod to use with it?

QuestionCan you use Maxwell DVD-R with the camcorder?

QuestionIs there a battery available that would give you longer recording time?

QuestionWhen in live camera mode (as opposed to playback), does this camera pass video & audio through the HDMI? I would be using this with a remote broadcasting device.

QuestionDoes the charger come as a wall mount or is it a USB cord that attaches to an adapter

QuestionCan this take pictures? If so, how?

QuestionIs there any way to connect an AC cord to the camera while recording a long presentation? I don't trust batteries since they usually quit in the middle. I found an AC adapter that claims it works with this model....

Questionnew cam, how long to charge?

QuestionI want to convert recordings on VHS tape to SD card. My VHS player has (Yel, Wht and Red) phono sockets and wonder if the CX405 has phono inputs?

QuestionIs there a charger included? I ordered this today with the idea you could use an external mic but reading further in questions and answers people said it didn’t have that feature. Can you tell me if there is an adapter or some way to use an external mic?

QuestionI've read complaints about downloading. If it has an SD card, wouldn't it be as easy as taking it out and sticking into the proper slot and downloading it to the computer. I would assume using the USB would be optional. Maybe which ever works best.

QuestionThinking about purchasing this camcorder, when taking videos and uploading them to the computer is there good separation between each video you take? If I were to take a 10 minute video and then a week later do a 30min video they would be separated right