Because you also care about the quality of your still images. Take 8.0-Megapixel Pictures as well as HD Videos Along with HD videos, the Xacti HD800 also shoots 8.0-megapixel still images. Videos and stills are captured by independent shutters. This means you can record stills and videos simultaneously*, without switching modes, and capture that special smile or spontaneous scene. *The size of still images taken while shooting videos depends on the respective video and still-shooting modes. (0.9 M fixed in HD mode; 0.3 M fixed in TV-HRmode; 2 M/0.3 M in TV-SHQ/TV-HQ/Web/Sound Only modes)
Perfect Focus, even if the faces move Detects up to 12 Faces The Xacti HD800 is quick to focus on and capture people’s faces. It can detect up to 12 faces simultaneously, even if they’re moving. It also offers automatic exposure for selected areas, automatic focus for a centered subject, and face zoom during playback. • Note that results of using the face chaser function may vary, depending on the subject and shooting conditions.
Discover a New World in Close-up The HD800 incorporates a macro mode that’s ideal for shooting anything from flowers to items you want to auction online. Stunning close-ups of small objects capture every beautiful detail.
Even distant subjects come into focus Compact 5x Optical Zoom A maximum of 60x zooming is possible by combining the 5x optical zoom with the digital zoom. You can capture special scenes, such as your child’s natural facial expression or a memorable scene from your travels.	Capture Beautiful Light in Night Scenes. High Sensitivity ISO 1600 Stills With the HD800, you can shoot high-resolution 8.0-megapixel still images at a sensitivity of up to ISO 1600. You can shoot images with more natural color and more detailed facial expressions, whether indoors or in night-time scenes when you don’t want use the flash.
Choose a Special Mode for professional-looking Still images. Selected Scene Shots By selecting a mode to suit the shooting situation, you can get stunning shots with optimum set-ups. Sports Mode It's not just sports that look good in this mode: You can also capture blur-free shots of other moving subjects, such as children or pets. Night Portrait Mode Both the subject and the background are rendered naturally, capturing the night-time atmosphere. Portrait Mode The subject stands out clearly against a deemphasized background. Landscape Mode When shooting distant scenery, the entire image is brought into sharp focus. This mode can also be used at night. Fireworks Mode Fireworks in the night sky are recorded in all their vivid brightness. Lamp Mode This lets you capture images under minimal lighting conditions, where it would normally be too dark to shoot. (Note: For still images, only the 2 M, 0.9 M, and 0.3 M modes are available.) Snow and Beach Mode Beautiful pictures can be taken against bright backgrounds, such as snow-covered mountains or sandy beaches, without suffering from white-out. We recommend using a tripod when shooting in dimly lit locations or at night.	Create an Impression with Unique Ambience Digital Filter Functions Using one of the automatic filters lets you take pictures with an atmospheric feel.
Other Useful Fuction • Pixel Interpolation Filter converts 8-megapixel images into the recorded equivalent of 12 megapixels (i.e. 4000 x 3000 pixels). • 9-Point Area AF prevents an off-center subject from being out of focus. • Power-Saving Design enables you to shoot continuously for around 90 minutes. • Built-in ND Filter adjusts the illumination to appropriate levels when shooting video on sunny days. • Magnifying Function lets you check the focus of an image. It’s also useful when you want to save a cropped image. • Voice Recorder Function can be used for audio recording, for example in meetings or lectures. • Windows Vista Compatible MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) function (reading only)