Video Sony Action Cam Sony HDR-AS15 hands-on from IFA

                                                    Sony Action Cam HDR-AS15

We go hands-on with the new Sony HDR-AS15 Action Cam that was announced at IFA 2012. The Exmor R CMOS sensor with Carl Zeiss Tessar lens gives an ultra-wide 170-degree angle of view. It can shoot from highest-quality Full HD 30p to VGA for extra-long shooting times. Action Cam comes with a tough waterproof case for shooting in rain, snow or at depths up to 60m. It’s also ideal for shrugging off dirt and dust. Optional extras available from launch include a handlebar mount, a wearable headband, and a waterproof head mount kit for fans of cycling, hiking, surfing, wakeboarding and other marine sports. A tilt adapter will give more options to angle the camera up or down for a different viewpoint, while Handheld Grip with LCD Screen unit adds a camcorder-style screen for monitoring and reviewing shots. There’s also an anti-fog sheet to stop condensation build-up and a Replacement Door Pack that offers different housing door options for improved picture or sound quality if you’re shooting underwater. The camera’s memory card slot accepts Memory Stick Micro M2 as well as Micro SD/SDHC (class 4 or higher) type cards. The Play Memories Mobile app (Android or iOS) on your smartphone or tablet can transfer videos directly from Action Cam via Wi-Fi. The free app also lets you control Action Cam remotely from your mobile device. The new HDR-AS15 Action Cam from Sony is available in Europe from mid-October 2012. Image sensor: 1/2.3 type (7.77mm) Exmor R CMOS Sensor with approx. 11900K …
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