Sony HDR-CX12 Camcorder automatically snaps smiling faces

The automatic image capture capabilities also extend to "child and adult prioritization" enabling the user to target a particular subject group - as long as they are smiling.

Additional key specs include ClearVid CMOS sensor, a BIONZ imaging processor, a 2.7-inch LCD and manual override of focus, brightness and white balance.

The HDR-CX12 camcorder (HDR-CX11E in Europe) will be bundled with a 4GB Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark2) media card when it hits shelves in early August. Sony will begin taking pre-orders online on June 20th.