Sony is bolstering its lead in the high-definition camcorder arena with the introduction of AVCHD technology-based models. The new Handycam HDR-CX7 model is the world’s smallest and lightest AVCHD high-definition camcorder. It can record nearly three hours of full HD 1080 video on an 8-GB Memory Stick PRO Duo media card (in LP mode). Weighing just 15 ounces with the supplied battery, it provides ultra-portability as well as a virtually crash-proof recording system, instant archiving to Memory Stick PRO Duo media, and effortless connection to a PC via USB for editing and back-up. The new HDR-SR7 High Definition Camcorder can record more than 22 hours of full HD 1080 video on its built-in 60GB hard disk drive, while the HDR-SR5 model’s 40GB hard drive can hold more than 15 hours of footage (in LP modes). In addition to long recording times, these two models offer compactness and Sony’s HDD Smart Protection system to safeguard against data loss as well as easy connection to PCs via USB.