Sony has announced its new HDR-CX520V and HDR-CX500V Handycam camcorders, which capture full1920x1080 high-definition video and up to 12-megapixel photos on a 64GB or 32GB internal flash memory, respectively, offering up to 25 hours of HD video.

Sony's powerful BIONZ imaging processor is adding a Face Touch function, also camcorders prioritize and optimize focus, skin color, and brightness for the selected individual or entire recording session. This new feature is a function of Face Detection, which also incorporates Smile Shutter technology to capture candid smiling photos while simultaneously recording video.

These models also have a back-illuminated "Exmor R" CMOS sensor to provide stunning low light performance. A six-blade aperture produces circular "bokeh" defocus effects for creative shooting possibilities. To track your destinations on a map, the camcorder's built-in GPS antenna and NAVTEQdigital maps geo-tag your videos and photos.

In addition to built-in flash memory, the models can record content to optional Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo HX media (currently sold separately in capacities up to 16GB, a 32GB card will be available in September). Using Sony's PRO-HG Duo HX format, consumers can transfer nearly two hours of full high-definition video to a PC in approximately 13 minutes.

Price for HDR-CX500V and HDR-CX520V will be at $1,100 and $1,300 and will be available in September.

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