Sony delivers digital binoculars with HD video recording
updated 07:50 am EDT, Fri August 19, 2011
Sony digital binoculars with video inbound
Sony has launched the ‘world’s first’ digital binoculars that also shoots video in 1080p. The company has released two models, the DEV-3 and the DEV-5, which use the AVCHD 2.0 format to record footage in both 2D and 3D. Unlike traditional binoculars, the DEV-3 and DEV-5 use electronic autofocus to keep moving objects in focus at all times.
The cameras capture separate images for left and right eyes using a pair of precision G Lens optics (dual f/1.8-3.4, 0.5-10x optical zoom) and which capture images using a pair of Exmor R CMOS sensors and Sony’s BIONZ processors. Each viewfinder sports a 1,227 dot resolution.
Both binoculars support Memory Stick Pro and SDXC cards. A pair of stereo microphones captures audio. They also include an HDMI port for outputting recordings directly to a connected HD TV.
To this, the range-topping DEV-5 adds 10x digital zoom, GPS and accessories that include a carrying case and neck strap.
The DEV-3 will retail for $1,399, while the DEV-5 will retail for $1,999. Both are due in North America by November.
