Sony’s MHS-CM5 bloggie Camera (Violet) is a high definition pocket camcorder that sports a pistol-grip design along with a number of features and functions. In addition to 1920 x 1080p MP4 video capture, the CM5 also take 5MP stills. The camera has “Movie” and “Still” buttons for switching between still or video capture as well.
When it comes to what makes the CM5 tick, you’ll find all the same features that the big guys, consumer camcorders, use too. There’s a 5MP CMOS sensor that helps to capture video and still images with clarity, a 2.5″ swivel LCD that rotates up to 270°, and even 5x optical zoom for capturing far off subjects. Other important core features include Sony’s SteadyShot image stabilization, which cuts down on blur caused by motion, and a rechargeable lithium-ion battery.
Sony’s bloggie cameras go a step beyond many pocket camcorders by providing various extra functions. You’ll benefit from an HDMI output for one cable connection to your HDTV, a multi AV terminal for connecting to analog TVs, and even Face Detection. When it comes time to upload your content to your compatible PC or Mac, the PM5 has a built-in USB arm that also allows you to charge the camera. bloggie cameras come equipped with Sony’s built-in PMB (Picture Motion Browser) Portable software. PMB software makes it easy to edit and upload video and still images to your compatible computer without the need for additional software.
