The HC-V500 can record high-resolution Full HD 1,920 x 1,080 60p videos in AVCHD Progressive (MPEG-4 / H.264) format. Upgrading the Full HD recording capability from interlaced to progressive, subjects with fast motion or fine details are reproduced even more clearly. 1080/60p (progressive) conveys about twice the information of 1080i (interlace) recording. Where as interlacing requires two images to produce a complete picture, the progressive method records a single image as a complete picture. It creates intricate detail and silky smooth motion. Even when subjects move quickly, afterimages are minimized to create more natural images.