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- 3D video and still image recording capability
- 3D viewing directly on 2.4" LCD, no need for 3D glasses
- 1920x1080p MP4 HD video w/5MP still images
- Full-screen vertical/horizontal record/playback on 2.4" LCD
- Up to 4 hrs of 3D or 2D HD video w/ 8GB of internal memory
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 | Bloggie 3D CameraIn-your-face action.Two lenses, three dimensions. The Fun and innovative Bloggie 3D captures high-definition video in 3d and 2D. | |
3D in your pocketAdd a dazzling new dimension of excitement to your videos. Dual lenses provide dynamic 1920x1080 3D HD video for a richer, more realistic 3D experience while offering the option to record in exquisite 2D 1920x1080 HD. |  | |
 | No glasses neededThe moment you record the action, you can view it instantly in 3D right on the camera's screen. No 3D glasses are required. Just shoot the video and enjoy it on the crystal-clear LCD. | |
Share it on YouTube 3D Show off your latest 3D videos to all of your friends on YouTube 3D. Just upload the 3D action and share it with your friends. All they need is a pair of inexpensive red- and blue-lens glasses. |  | |
Easy shooting. Easy sharingNow you can record and share those must-see moments easier than ever. Every Bloggie captures HD video and fits right in your pocket. Best of all, uploading your videos to the internet is a cinch.ShootWhen fun happens, your Bloggie is there. Shoot life's must-see, must-share moments in beautiful high definition. | ||
 | Full HD 1080P Video Capture beautiful, 1080P video in the web-friendly MP4 format, perfect for uploading to sites like YouTube. The handy HDMI out even lets you watch videos on your HDTV. | |
| Razor Sharp Stills Capture up to 12.8-megapixel stills with impeccable detail for cropping shots or large prints. You can even use the Dual Record feature and simultaneously take pictures while shooting video. Image Stabilization Got shaky hands? SteadyShot® image stabilization technology is built in to help reduce blur, making your videos and photos look even better. Auto-Macro shooting and 4x digital zoom With the Bloggie 3D camera you'll be able to take pictures or video from as little as four inches away, perfect for capturing a business card or a new friend's phone number. Sony Exmor CMOS sensor for high-quality video/stills The Bloggie 3D camera's Exmor CMOS sensor delivers high-quality video and pictures with less grain, even in challenging lighting conditions. Face Detection technology for video and stills Face Detection technology recognizes faces and optimizes camera settings for both video and still images, so faces are captured more clearly and skin tones look more natural. Built-in LED Light The Bloggie 3D camera features an LED light that can assist in low-light situations giving you more flexibility when capturing your video. |  | |
ConnectOnce you've caught the magic on your Bloggie, it's time to connect your compatible Mac, PC or HDTV where you can do so much more. | ||
| Built in USB Arm No cables needed. Just flip out the built-in USB arm and connect directly to your computer. It charges the camera, too Share it Later Tag videos and images on your Bloggie while on the go and mark them for upload to your favorite internet sharing sites the next time the camera is connected to a computer. |  | |
 | Built-in rechargeable battery The built-in battery contributes to the Bloggie 3D camera's sleek and stylish design while powering the large 2.4-inch screen and camera functions. HDMI output with 3D support With HDMI output, you'll be able to share your HD Bloggie 3D video with friends and family on your 3D HDTV (3D HDMI cable required/not included). | |
ShareWhy keep the fun to yourself? Connect to your world and share your experiences with friends and family. | ||
 | Share Privately Save the good stuff for your inner circle. Personal Space by Sony gives you free private sharing with friends and family when used with the built-in Bloggie software. | |
| Share Publicly Using the built-in Bloggie software, you can share your videos and photo with a few clicks. The Bloggie makes posting to your favorite social network sites a snap. |  | |
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| Key Feature | 3D Video and still image recording capability | Capacitive touch screen | Second LCD for Self-recording | Slim design |
| HD Video | 1920x1080p MP4 | 1920x1080p MP4 | 1920x1080p MP4 | 1920x1080p MP4 |
| Still Images | 5MP | 12MP | 5MP | 5MP |
| HD Record Time | Up to 4 hours | Up to 4 hours | Up to 2 hours | Up to 2 hours |
| Recording & Playback on | 2.4-inch LCD Vertical/horizontal | 3.0-inch LCD Vertical/horizontal | 2.7-inch LCD Vertical/horizontal | 2.7-inch LCD Vertical/horizontal |
Product Description
Sony Bloggie 3D Camera (Black)
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32 of 36 people found the following review helpful
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Still playing with the device but considering the pricepoint, I think I will be fairly satisfied with the device.
Pros : The 3D quality is better then I thought it would be, it really does a decent job and with the mini HDMI connection, it's pretty quick to watch it on your 3DTV. There isn't nearly the level of ghosting that I would have expected given it was a 250$ 3D recording device. I went in thinking I wouldn't get that level of 3D. Non 3D movies shot in HD end up looking very nice as well. I've had a flip and two kodaks of this class type in the past and this was the best quality out of all of them. Also, one thing most of the compact devices lack is any sort of light/flash, it's nice to have a little help in low light situations with the built in led light. The menus are easy enuf to navigate thru and I love have seperate dedicated buttons for pics or video. I like the integrated usb slide out dongle. The unit itself seems to have a good quality build to it.
Cons : No optical zoom in any mode, no zooming digital or optical in 3D mode. The optical I get, I don't think anything in this class does but the 3d no digital zoom is dissapointing. Also, it is supposed to have some image stabilization but I found this part of it to be poor too, videos in the upper hd modes can get very jittery. In playback mode, there is no slideshow or auto play feature I can find which is a shame. If you have a bunch of mini clips recorded and are trying to watch on the tv, you will have to get up and manually play each clip. Also, I wish, especially with this device having two lenses, there was some lens cover implementation. The led light is not of the quality of lets say the iphone 4 one, it's nice to have but it does not make this a flash camera or flash video device. As stated in the other review, the 3d screen is very, very poor, almost unusable in 3D mode. The 3DS screens in video mode are just as bad though in my opinion. Battery life does seem to be poor in 3D mode, average in non 3d use. Quite a bit of my cons I can understand given the class of device it is, hence only the one star ding. I just wanted to portray all the negatives I had come up against so far.
Not con nor pro : Stills are average per class usual, software provided is average
I didn't test out the sharing options although it seems to have a wealth of them. Also, in non U.S. territories, there is also a package sold with a panaramic 360 degree view add on device. The manual talks about it. As far as I can tell, this device is not sold seperately anywhere yet, and the combo package is not offered natively in the U.S.
End of the day, content and 3D integration is still pretty limited for 3DTV users and in that scenario, I reccomend it to 3DTV purchasers as another way to get some bang for their buck from their 3dTV purchase. That said, would I buy this if I didn't have a 3dTV? No way, the 3d screen is too poor for that to be the only method of your 3d watching of your content and sans the 3d, all the rest of the features are offered on their lesser costing versions of the bloggie.
Pros : The 3D quality is better then I thought it would be, it really does a decent job and with the mini HDMI connection, it's pretty quick to watch it on your 3DTV. There isn't nearly the level of ghosting that I would have expected given it was a 250$ 3D recording device. I went in thinking I wouldn't get that level of 3D. Non 3D movies shot in HD end up looking very nice as well. I've had a flip and two kodaks of this class type in the past and this was the best quality out of all of them. Also, one thing most of the compact devices lack is any sort of light/flash, it's nice to have a little help in low light situations with the built in led light. The menus are easy enuf to navigate thru and I love have seperate dedicated buttons for pics or video. I like the integrated usb slide out dongle. The unit itself seems to have a good quality build to it.
Cons : No optical zoom in any mode, no zooming digital or optical in 3D mode. The optical I get, I don't think anything in this class does but the 3d no digital zoom is dissapointing. Also, it is supposed to have some image stabilization but I found this part of it to be poor too, videos in the upper hd modes can get very jittery. In playback mode, there is no slideshow or auto play feature I can find which is a shame. If you have a bunch of mini clips recorded and are trying to watch on the tv, you will have to get up and manually play each clip. Also, I wish, especially with this device having two lenses, there was some lens cover implementation. The led light is not of the quality of lets say the iphone 4 one, it's nice to have but it does not make this a flash camera or flash video device. As stated in the other review, the 3d screen is very, very poor, almost unusable in 3D mode. The 3DS screens in video mode are just as bad though in my opinion. Battery life does seem to be poor in 3D mode, average in non 3d use. Quite a bit of my cons I can understand given the class of device it is, hence only the one star ding. I just wanted to portray all the negatives I had come up against so far.
Not con nor pro : Stills are average per class usual, software provided is average
I didn't test out the sharing options although it seems to have a wealth of them. Also, in non U.S. territories, there is also a package sold with a panaramic 360 degree view add on device. The manual talks about it. As far as I can tell, this device is not sold seperately anywhere yet, and the combo package is not offered natively in the U.S.
End of the day, content and 3D integration is still pretty limited for 3DTV users and in that scenario, I reccomend it to 3DTV purchasers as another way to get some bang for their buck from their 3dTV purchase. That said, would I buy this if I didn't have a 3dTV? No way, the 3d screen is too poor for that to be the only method of your 3d watching of your content and sans the 3d, all the rest of the features are offered on their lesser costing versions of the bloggie.
19 of 21 people found the following review helpful
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Sony's first 3D camera makes a good impression but leaves room for improvement. The 3D Bloggie takes good quality 1080P 2D and 3D video that may be uploaded to Youtube & Facebook with just a few clicks. This camera supports Youtube 3D. Video recorded in 3D mode will automatically be displayed in 3D on Youtube and viewed with colored glasses, 3D devices, or just plain 2D.
The stereo 3D effect is good although not as strong or versatile as the Fuji W3 camera. Sony can shoot 3D at closer distances than the Fuji, and seems suitable for close ups and 3D Video Blogging.
The LCD looks poor in 3D mode, small and pixelated, does not show much 3D effect or pop out.
The 3D Bloggie is a good choice for anyone that has access to a 3DTV or 3D Monitor. It can play back 3D video directly to a 3DTV using it's built in mini HDMI port, Video looks good on a 3DTV. Photos and Video may also be viewed in 3D on the PC using a program called Stereoscopic player.
Pros: Highest resolution 3D video in its class (960x1080 lines per eye), small, light & easy to use, side by side 3D format may be edited and shared easily, built in USB port, 60FPS 720HD(2D) 1080P(2D), low cost, built in memory.
Cons: Small and poor quality Viewfinder (in 3D mode), short battery life in 3D mode (less than an hour), no flash, replaceable battery, lens cover, optical zoom, 3D Adjustment.
VS the Fuji W3: Fuji's 3D LCD is fantastic. Fuji takes higher quality pictures and has more features.
The stereo 3D effect is good although not as strong or versatile as the Fuji W3 camera. Sony can shoot 3D at closer distances than the Fuji, and seems suitable for close ups and 3D Video Blogging.
The LCD looks poor in 3D mode, small and pixelated, does not show much 3D effect or pop out.
The 3D Bloggie is a good choice for anyone that has access to a 3DTV or 3D Monitor. It can play back 3D video directly to a 3DTV using it's built in mini HDMI port, Video looks good on a 3DTV. Photos and Video may also be viewed in 3D on the PC using a program called Stereoscopic player.
Pros: Highest resolution 3D video in its class (960x1080 lines per eye), small, light & easy to use, side by side 3D format may be edited and shared easily, built in USB port, 60FPS 720HD(2D) 1080P(2D), low cost, built in memory.
Cons: Small and poor quality Viewfinder (in 3D mode), short battery life in 3D mode (less than an hour), no flash, replaceable battery, lens cover, optical zoom, 3D Adjustment.
VS the Fuji W3: Fuji's 3D LCD is fantastic. Fuji takes higher quality pictures and has more features.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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I was skeptical of this little camera that purported to shoot digital video in 3D, mostly because I couldn't imagine that it would translate well to my 55" Samsung 3D TV. First, I wasn't sure of the compatibility between the Sony Bloggie and Samsung technology. Second, bad quality video always looks worse when enlarged to 55". And last, I read some reviews that said the LCD screen on the back made video look like those old style trading cards that you flipped back and forth to get "action," and I didn't want cheesy fake 3D. But I'll tell you right now: you will not care about the pixelated false 3D on the viewing screen once you see it on your TV. The Sony Bloggie 3D is not perfect, and it does have its cons; however, I haven't had such fun with a video camera since I got my first generation Flip camera. Although it can also shoot 2D, I see no reason to get this if that's your primary purpose since there are less expensive options. You'd be better off with Kodak PlaySport HD Waterproof Pocket Video Camera (Black) or, if you can find one, Flip UltraHD Video Camera.
The Bloggie comes with a short USB extender (in case you can't plug it into your computer directly using the Flip-like USB arm) and a wrist strap. If you want to view this on your 3D TV, you'll have to also get a mini-HDMI to HDMI cable. I bought AmazonBasics High-Speed Mini-HDMI to HDMI Cable with Ethernet (6.5 Feet/2 Meters) but any length or brand will do, as long is one end is mini-HDMI (for the camera) and HDMI for the TV AND high-speed. (Older HDMI cables might not support the greater demands of 3D.) The camera does not come with a case or even a pouch, so you might want to get something to protect the lenses. The Bloggie does not have a removable battery and must be charged via USB.
The camera itself has two lenses, side by side, to shoot stereoscopic video. The body is much more slender than the Flip UltraHD -- and that's a feat. The record button has just the right amount of sensitivity.The 4x zoom can only be used in 2D mode; although the zoom is more powerful than the Flip UltraHD's, the results are more grainy. The on-screen menu takes some getting used to, although with use it gets easier. Changing between 3D and 2D modes requires pressing only one button, and for that, I'm thankful. The no-glasses-required LCD screen, while not showing you how good the video will be on your 3D TV, certainly gives you an idea of what you have. The tripod attachment hole is on the short end of the camera, requiring a vertical positioning of the camera; unfortunately, you can shoot 3D ONLY in a horizontal orientation. The camera is smart enough to know the orientation, so it both warns you if you can't take 3D that way and adjusts the on-screen menu so you can read it.
The software that comes with the Bloggie is bare-bones. Even trimming the ends of a video is not intuitive. And weeks after receiving the Bloggie, I'm still trying to install a firmware update on my iMac. You cannot view or edit the 3D video using a regular video editing program because the camera shoots two separate images that are merged in a file with a .thm suffix, although you can convert any 3D video to 2D MP4 format, which then can be edited. Fortunately, the Bloggie software allows you to move 3D video from your computer, where it is saved in your Bloggie library, back to the camera for playback on your 3D TV. Unless you have the necessary software and DVD burner, you cannot save the 3D video to a DVD for later playback. Everything must be replayed through the Bloggie, making that mini-HDMI cable crucial to your enjoyment of your 3D home video. It's easy to share videos shot with it, albeit in 2D, with the Facebook, YouTube, and special circles icons at the top of the software window. I don't understand why the software won't allow me to combine clips into a single movie that I can then play back through my Bloggie. To me, that's a major omission. Only 3- stars for the software.
The drawbacks are not enough to take away the wow-factor of this camera. When I sat my husband down with Samsung 3D glasses and started up the video, his first comment was, "Holy cow!" Then, he said, "This is the real reason to get a 3D TV." The depth of the video is awesome. I recorded birds on a feeder, and they hopped into the foreground, underneath the swaying flowers that seemed to reach out of the screen, but perhaps even more impressive was the baseball game I recorded, with rows of people in front of me and the game unfolding beyond them. It felt as though I was there again. Wow. This camera is perfect for recording family get-togethers, sports events, nature (as long as it's close up), and special occasions. It makes home movies seem more real. 5+ stars for how it looks on my 3D TV.
Don't bother purchasing this camera if you do not have a 3D set because playback on the no-glasses LCD screen is not satisfying enough. And unless you have the right equipment, don't expect to burn DVDs to share among 3D sets. The best thing you can hope for is to save the video to your computer now so you can create 3D movies and DVDs in the future when 3D technology has gotten more prevalent.
For now, though, my whole family is in love with the Sony Bloggie 3D. Although it makes me yearn for better software and playback options, I wouldn't give it up for anything. 5 stars for the sheer fun of seeing home video in 3D.
-- Debbie Lee Wesselmann
The Bloggie comes with a short USB extender (in case you can't plug it into your computer directly using the Flip-like USB arm) and a wrist strap. If you want to view this on your 3D TV, you'll have to also get a mini-HDMI to HDMI cable. I bought AmazonBasics High-Speed Mini-HDMI to HDMI Cable with Ethernet (6.5 Feet/2 Meters) but any length or brand will do, as long is one end is mini-HDMI (for the camera) and HDMI for the TV AND high-speed. (Older HDMI cables might not support the greater demands of 3D.) The camera does not come with a case or even a pouch, so you might want to get something to protect the lenses. The Bloggie does not have a removable battery and must be charged via USB.
The camera itself has two lenses, side by side, to shoot stereoscopic video. The body is much more slender than the Flip UltraHD -- and that's a feat. The record button has just the right amount of sensitivity.The 4x zoom can only be used in 2D mode; although the zoom is more powerful than the Flip UltraHD's, the results are more grainy. The on-screen menu takes some getting used to, although with use it gets easier. Changing between 3D and 2D modes requires pressing only one button, and for that, I'm thankful. The no-glasses-required LCD screen, while not showing you how good the video will be on your 3D TV, certainly gives you an idea of what you have. The tripod attachment hole is on the short end of the camera, requiring a vertical positioning of the camera; unfortunately, you can shoot 3D ONLY in a horizontal orientation. The camera is smart enough to know the orientation, so it both warns you if you can't take 3D that way and adjusts the on-screen menu so you can read it.
The software that comes with the Bloggie is bare-bones. Even trimming the ends of a video is not intuitive. And weeks after receiving the Bloggie, I'm still trying to install a firmware update on my iMac. You cannot view or edit the 3D video using a regular video editing program because the camera shoots two separate images that are merged in a file with a .thm suffix, although you can convert any 3D video to 2D MP4 format, which then can be edited. Fortunately, the Bloggie software allows you to move 3D video from your computer, where it is saved in your Bloggie library, back to the camera for playback on your 3D TV. Unless you have the necessary software and DVD burner, you cannot save the 3D video to a DVD for later playback. Everything must be replayed through the Bloggie, making that mini-HDMI cable crucial to your enjoyment of your 3D home video. It's easy to share videos shot with it, albeit in 2D, with the Facebook, YouTube, and special circles icons at the top of the software window. I don't understand why the software won't allow me to combine clips into a single movie that I can then play back through my Bloggie. To me, that's a major omission. Only 3- stars for the software.
The drawbacks are not enough to take away the wow-factor of this camera. When I sat my husband down with Samsung 3D glasses and started up the video, his first comment was, "Holy cow!" Then, he said, "This is the real reason to get a 3D TV." The depth of the video is awesome. I recorded birds on a feeder, and they hopped into the foreground, underneath the swaying flowers that seemed to reach out of the screen, but perhaps even more impressive was the baseball game I recorded, with rows of people in front of me and the game unfolding beyond them. It felt as though I was there again. Wow. This camera is perfect for recording family get-togethers, sports events, nature (as long as it's close up), and special occasions. It makes home movies seem more real. 5+ stars for how it looks on my 3D TV.
Don't bother purchasing this camera if you do not have a 3D set because playback on the no-glasses LCD screen is not satisfying enough. And unless you have the right equipment, don't expect to burn DVDs to share among 3D sets. The best thing you can hope for is to save the video to your computer now so you can create 3D movies and DVDs in the future when 3D technology has gotten more prevalent.
For now, though, my whole family is in love with the Sony Bloggie 3D. Although it makes me yearn for better software and playback options, I wouldn't give it up for anything. 5 stars for the sheer fun of seeing home video in 3D.
-- Debbie Lee Wesselmann
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Neat 3D effect, but just so-so 2D image quality.
Sony has a lot of experience with digital cameras, so it surprises me that the picture quality on this camera is so mediocre. Read more
Published 4 days ago by J. Nelson
3D is neat, but video/image quality is on par with a camera phone.
It's a neat experience seeing friends and family members in 3D on your television. The build quality on the camera is good, and it feels solid and expensive in your hand. Read more
Published 20 days ago by Michael
OK, but problems with HDMI
In general, the Sony Bloggie 3D is OK, for a point n' shoot camera with 3D capability. Operation is simple, but in some cases a bit too simple, for example, when I connect an HDMI... Read more
Published 2 months ago by BrianN
Great Camera
Its an amazing device. Great 3D capability, and I would like to know where other people find a camera for such a low price that has better 3D? I think this is the best. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Ray
Sony 3D Bloggie
Don't spend the money unless you have a 3D television. You can't do anything with the 3D movies but send them to YouTube. Read more
Published 4 months ago by William B. Page
Great for Videos and Sharing, Still Shots Function Needs Work
This camera arrived in a cute little black box - I took it out, attached the cord, and was ready to shoot. Read more
Published 4 months ago by LuxuryReading
good 3d, sound is great, picture average
Works great. This is my first 3d video device and i think the 3d works great. I watched it on my lg tv and wow do things pop out. For the price it works great . Read more
Published 4 months ago by really Really
My cell phone makes better pictures
Extremely poor picture quality, especially when viewed on Sony Bravia TV
I didn't expect this from Sony. Read more
I didn't expect this from Sony. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Alex
GREAT
Come on, someone bought 15 of these and is conplainig about the usb cable being to short, haha.
every friking thing u buy for ur computer today comes with an usb cable so dont... Read more
every friking thing u buy for ur computer today comes with an usb cable so dont... Read more
Published 4 months ago by duglas
Watch this first! If you're thinking of filming in 3D
I'm a film maker who probably generates about 1 hour of polished edited footage every week, and I've long suspected that 3D was going to become a format that just can't be... Read more
Published 4 months ago by AFC Pictures
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