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Sony Webbie HD MHS-PM1

The Sony Webbie HD MHS-PM1 is a pocket-sized high definition camera from Sony's 2009 lineup that is designed ultra compact and lightweight, at only 4 ounces.  The camera features a 5 megapixel CMOS sensor to take 5 megapixel still images and record high definition footage in MP4 format.  It records directly to Memory Stick PRO Duo media and includes pre-installed PMB portable software to make transferring and sharing easy without the need for a computer. The MHS-PM1 has a slim vertical design with a 1.8" LCD display that automatically powers on the camera when it is opened and swivels 270 degrees for easy self-recording.  The camera also 5 scene selection modes for recording in all types of lighting and is capable of 4x digital zoom and stereo audio recording.  The MHS-PM1 is available in silver, eggplant, or orange, and is powered by a lithium ion battery for up to 100 minutes of battery life.

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Sony Handycam MHS-PM1
MSRP $170.00
Release date April, 2009
Brand Sony
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Pros:
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5 megapixel still shots
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records in full HD at 30fps (greater than 720p)
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100 minutes of operation on battery
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allows for multiple memory sticks to be used - a good feature for vacations or other long term usage scenarios
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competitively priced
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no optical zoom
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no built in memory
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uses memory sticks which cost a fair bit more than regular SD/SDHC cards
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Features/Specs

  • 5-megapixel still images
  • High definition MP4 video recording (1440 x 1080/30 p)
  • 4x digital zoom
  • 1.8" LCD display that swivels 270 degrees
  • Auto power-on when LCD is opened
  • Stereo audio recording
  • 5 scene selection modes
  • PMB Portable Software
  • Memory Stick PRO Duo media slot
  • Lithium Ion battery for up to 100 minutes battery life
  • USB port and multi-AV terminal
  • Slim vertical design
  • Ultra compact 0.9"W x 2.2"H
  • Lightweight at only 4 oz.
  • Available in silver, eggplant, or orange

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Pros

  • 100 minutes of operation on battery
  • allows for multiple memory sticks to be used - a good feature for vacations or other long term usage scenarios
  • competitively priced
  • 5 megapixel still shots
  • records in full HD at 30fps (greater than 720p)

Cons

  • no built in memory
  • uses memory sticks which cost a fair bit more than regular SD/SDHC cards
  • no optical zoom

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MHS, PM, 1, MHSPM, PM1, MHSPM1