The New Sony HDR-AS10 & HDR-AS15 HD Action Camcorders Combine Quality Optics & Rugged Design
Sony has finally announced a pair of compact, rugged Full HD camcorders
for point-of-view (POV) action sports videography. As this corner of the
camcorder market continues to grow, we knew it would only be a matter
of time until Sony offered a viable contender. The Sony HDR-AS10 and HDR-AS15
are basically the same camera with one exception: the HDR-AS15 provides
Wi-Fi capability. This means that Wi-Fi enabled mobile phones and
tablets that are equipped with Sony’s free PlayMemories Mobile app can
pull optimized movies and photos from the HDR-AS15 without a cable. Once
video is copied to your mobile device, you can use its 3G or 4G mobile
broadband connection to email movies to friends and family or upload
your footage to social media sites.
Both the HDR-AS10 and the HDR-AS15 are designed for shooting in
mountains, water or anywhere else you practice an extreme sport. They’re
ideal for skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, surfing, motocross,
skydiving, mountain biking—even bungee jumping. These lightweight and
rugged wearable action camcorders weigh only 3.2 ounces (90 g) and they
record at resolutions up to Full HD 1920 x 1080p at 30 frames per second
(fps). They also support other shooting modes including a 2x and 4x
Slow Motion Video Mode. The 2x Slow Motion Mode supports 1280 x 720p HD
resolution video capture at 60
fps. The 4x Slow Motion Mode supports 1280 x 720p HD resolution video
capture at an amazing 120 fps. Having 120 frames per second to break
down video frame by frame makes the 4x Slow Motion Mode a valuable tool
for both movie making and review of your tricks, line, form and
technique.
Sony includes a rugged waterproof housing with each camera. The housing has a universal tripod mount and is waterproof to a depth of 197 feet (60 m). It is also dirt and dust resistant, which makes the camera nearly impervious to mud, snow, rain, sand and grime. Both cameras also feature two adhesive mounts that attach securely to most flat and curved surfaces. With the waterproof housing, included mounts, different shooting modes and soon-to-be-available optional mounts, these action camcorders will excel when shooting extremem sports in virtually any environment.
The HDR-AS10 and HDR-AS15 are both equipped with a Carl Zeiss
Vario-Tessar lens with an ultra-wide 170° viewing angle. They also have
back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS image sensors, which offer superb
low-light performance and support Full HD video. To compensate for
camera shake that’s typical when shooting POV action for extreme sports,
Sony outfitted both models with SteadyShot Image Stabilization with Active Mode, which uses an innovative 3-way shake-canceling function to reduce blur caused by camera shake.
Other convenient features shared by the HDR-AS10 and HDR-AS15 include Press-n-Go recording, HDMI connectivity and a built-in stereo microphone for capturing high-quality audio to go along with the Full HD video. The Press-n-Go recording function allows you to press a large Start/Stop button just once to begin recording, and the HDMI output lets you display your footage on a large HDTV screen in 1080p Full HD resolution. The two cameras are also outfitted with a Memory Stick Micro and microSD/SDHC memory card slot for recording directly onto a memory card, which you can remove and insert into your computer for editing and sharing movies on the Internet.
No other action camcorder available combines Carl Zeiss optics with a rugged exterior that welcomes mud, snow and water. So if you’re as serious about capturing quality video as you enjoy your sport of choice, then the HDR-AS15 and HDR-AS10 should definitely be considered. Plus, the included waterproof housing and optional mounting possibilities make these two Sony action camcorders flexible and rugged enough for any action sport under any conditions.
Sony HDR-AS10 Sony HDR-AS15
Type POV Action Cam POV Action Cam
Waterproof To 197' (60 m) with waterproof housing To 197' (60 m) with waterproof housing
Shockproof Yes Yes
Dustproof Yes Yes
Sensor 1/2.3" (7.77 mm) back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor 1/2.3" (7.77 mm) back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor
Processor BIONZ image processor BIONZ image processor
Pixel Gross 16800K pixels (16:9) 16800K pixels (16:9)
Effective Pixels 11900 pixels (16:9) 11900 pixels (16:9)
Color Filter System RGB primary color filters RGB primary color filters
Lens Type Carl Zeiss Tessar Lens Carl Zeiss Tessar Lens
Aperture F2.8 F2.8
Focal Length (35 mm Equivalent) 15.3 mm 15.3 mm
Minimum Focusing Distance 11.8" (30 cm) 11.8" (30 cm)
Angle of View 170° (without SteadyShot); 120° (with SteadyShot) 170° (without SteadyShot); 120° (with SteadyShot)
Focal Distance 2.5 mm (21.3 mm with SteadyShot Mode Active) 2.5 mm (21.3 mm with SteadyShot Mode Active)
Media Type Memory Stick Micro; MicroSD/SDHC (Class 4 or higher) Memory Stick Micro; MicroSD/SDHC (Class 4 or higher)
Still Image File Format JPEG JPEG
Still Image Max Resolution 2MP 2MP
Video Format MPEG4-AVC/H.264 MPEG4-AVC/H.264
Video Resolutions 1920 x 1080/30p (HQ)
1280 x 720/30p/60p/120p (STD/SLOW/SSLOW)
640 x 480/30p (VGA) 1920 x 1080/30p (HQ)
1280 x 720/30p/60p/120p (STD/SLOW/SSLOW)
640 x 480/30p (VGA)
Movie Recording Rate (Average Bit Rate / VBR) 16 Mbps (HQ)
24 Mbps (SSLOW)
12 Mbps (SLOW)
6 Mbps (STD)
3 Mbps (VGA) 16 Mbps (HQ)
24 Mbps (SSLOW)
12 Mbps (SLOW)
6 Mbps (STD)
3 Mbps (VGA)
Audio Format MPEG-4 AAC-LC (2ch) MPEG-4 AAC-LC (2ch)
Built-In Microphone Yes Yes
Built-In Speaker Yes (monoral) Yes (monoral)
Shutter Speed 1/30-1/10,000 1/30-1/10,000
Metering Modes Multi-Segment Multi-Segment
Exposure Settings Auto Auto
Noise Reduction Yes Yes
White Balance Mode Auto Auto
Minimum Illumination 6 lux 6 lux
Backlight Compensation Yes (auto) Yes (auto)
Gain Control Auto Auto
Wi-Fi No Yes (802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz band)
HDMI Output Yes (micro) Yes (micro)
USB Ports Yes (micro-B USB 2.0) Yes (micro-B USB 2.0)
BRAVIA Sync Yes Yes
Microphone Input Yes (stereo mini-jack) Yes (stereo mini-jack)
Image Stabilization SteadyShot with Active Mode SteadyShot with Active Mode
Interval Recording Yes (5, 10, 30 or 60 sec) Yes (5, 10, 30 or 60 sec)
Display Panel Yes Yes
Power Consumption 1.7W 1.7W
Power Requirements 3.6V (battery pack) 3.6V (battery pack)
Battery Type NP-BX1 (supplied) NP-BX1 (supplied)
Charging Time 4.1 hrs 4.1 hrs
Dimensions (WxHxD) 1.0 x 1.9 x 3.2" (24.5 x 47 x
82 mm) 1.0 x 1.9 x 3.2" (24.5 x 47 x
82 mm)
Weight (Camera Only) 2 oz (65 g) 2 oz (65 g)
Sony includes a rugged waterproof housing with each camera. The housing has a universal tripod mount and is waterproof to a depth of 197 feet (60 m). It is also dirt and dust resistant, which makes the camera nearly impervious to mud, snow, rain, sand and grime. Both cameras also feature two adhesive mounts that attach securely to most flat and curved surfaces. With the waterproof housing, included mounts, different shooting modes and soon-to-be-available optional mounts, these action camcorders will excel when shooting extremem sports in virtually any environment.
Other convenient features shared by the HDR-AS10 and HDR-AS15 include Press-n-Go recording, HDMI connectivity and a built-in stereo microphone for capturing high-quality audio to go along with the Full HD video. The Press-n-Go recording function allows you to press a large Start/Stop button just once to begin recording, and the HDMI output lets you display your footage on a large HDTV screen in 1080p Full HD resolution. The two cameras are also outfitted with a Memory Stick Micro and microSD/SDHC memory card slot for recording directly onto a memory card, which you can remove and insert into your computer for editing and sharing movies on the Internet.
No other action camcorder available combines Carl Zeiss optics with a rugged exterior that welcomes mud, snow and water. So if you’re as serious about capturing quality video as you enjoy your sport of choice, then the HDR-AS15 and HDR-AS10 should definitely be considered. Plus, the included waterproof housing and optional mounting possibilities make these two Sony action camcorders flexible and rugged enough for any action sport under any conditions.
Sony HDR-AS10 Sony HDR-AS15
Type POV Action Cam POV Action Cam
Waterproof To 197' (60 m) with waterproof housing To 197' (60 m) with waterproof housing
Shockproof Yes Yes
Dustproof Yes Yes
Sensor 1/2.3" (7.77 mm) back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor 1/2.3" (7.77 mm) back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor
Processor BIONZ image processor BIONZ image processor
Pixel Gross 16800K pixels (16:9) 16800K pixels (16:9)
Effective Pixels 11900 pixels (16:9) 11900 pixels (16:9)
Color Filter System RGB primary color filters RGB primary color filters
Lens Type Carl Zeiss Tessar Lens Carl Zeiss Tessar Lens
Aperture F2.8 F2.8
Focal Length (35 mm Equivalent) 15.3 mm 15.3 mm
Minimum Focusing Distance 11.8" (30 cm) 11.8" (30 cm)
Angle of View 170° (without SteadyShot); 120° (with SteadyShot) 170° (without SteadyShot); 120° (with SteadyShot)
Focal Distance 2.5 mm (21.3 mm with SteadyShot Mode Active) 2.5 mm (21.3 mm with SteadyShot Mode Active)
Media Type Memory Stick Micro; MicroSD/SDHC (Class 4 or higher) Memory Stick Micro; MicroSD/SDHC (Class 4 or higher)
Still Image File Format JPEG JPEG
Still Image Max Resolution 2MP 2MP
Video Format MPEG4-AVC/H.264 MPEG4-AVC/H.264
Video Resolutions 1920 x 1080/30p (HQ)
1280 x 720/30p/60p/120p (STD/SLOW/SSLOW)
640 x 480/30p (VGA) 1920 x 1080/30p (HQ)
1280 x 720/30p/60p/120p (STD/SLOW/SSLOW)
640 x 480/30p (VGA)
Movie Recording Rate (Average Bit Rate / VBR) 16 Mbps (HQ)
24 Mbps (SSLOW)
12 Mbps (SLOW)
6 Mbps (STD)
3 Mbps (VGA) 16 Mbps (HQ)
24 Mbps (SSLOW)
12 Mbps (SLOW)
6 Mbps (STD)
3 Mbps (VGA)
Audio Format MPEG-4 AAC-LC (2ch) MPEG-4 AAC-LC (2ch)
Built-In Microphone Yes Yes
Built-In Speaker Yes (monoral) Yes (monoral)
Shutter Speed 1/30-1/10,000 1/30-1/10,000
Metering Modes Multi-Segment Multi-Segment
Exposure Settings Auto Auto
Noise Reduction Yes Yes
White Balance Mode Auto Auto
Minimum Illumination 6 lux 6 lux
Backlight Compensation Yes (auto) Yes (auto)
Gain Control Auto Auto
Wi-Fi No Yes (802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz band)
HDMI Output Yes (micro) Yes (micro)
USB Ports Yes (micro-B USB 2.0) Yes (micro-B USB 2.0)
BRAVIA Sync Yes Yes
Microphone Input Yes (stereo mini-jack) Yes (stereo mini-jack)
Image Stabilization SteadyShot with Active Mode SteadyShot with Active Mode
Interval Recording Yes (5, 10, 30 or 60 sec) Yes (5, 10, 30 or 60 sec)
Display Panel Yes Yes
Power Consumption 1.7W 1.7W
Power Requirements 3.6V (battery pack) 3.6V (battery pack)
Battery Type NP-BX1 (supplied) NP-BX1 (supplied)
Charging Time 4.1 hrs 4.1 hrs
Dimensions (WxHxD) 1.0 x 1.9 x 3.2" (24.5 x 47 x
82 mm) 1.0 x 1.9 x 3.2" (24.5 x 47 x
82 mm)
Weight (Camera Only) 2 oz (65 g) 2 oz (65 g)
