Sony DCR-SR55E Digital Camcorder
October 30, 2008
To take the photos and videos of your memorable moments Sony has launched a new and well working camcorder named Sony DCR-SR55E Digital
Camcorder in the market. This product has a recording time up to 27 hours and it has a hard drive capacity of 40GB. Product has a 2.7” wide hybrid LCD touch screen display that helps you to access your work.
Main Attraction
This Sony digital camcorder has a sensor resolution of 1070 Kpix. The effective video resolution of the unit is 690 Kpix and the effective still resolution is 1.0 Mpix. Supported media type of this unit is hard disc. Optical sensor type is Advanced HAD CCD and the sensor size is 1/6". Minimum illumination of the product is 0 lux. Analogue video format of the product is PAL. Digital zoom of the product is 2000x. Supported recording speeds are SP, LP and HQ.
Included shooting modes of the product is Digital photo mode and the shooting programs are Spotlight, landscape, portrait mode, beach/snow, fireworks, sports mode, twilight mode, candle and sunrise. Special effects of this model are Sepia, Pastel, Monotone and Old Movie. Image stabilizer type is Electronic. Maximum shutter speed is 1/3500 sec and the minimum shutter speed is 1/3 sec. Exposure modes of the unit are Programme, automatic. White balance of the device is Custom, automatic, presets and the presets are Indoor and outdoor.
Supporting Details
Digital video format of the Sony DCR-SR55E Digital Video Camcorder is MPEG-2 and the still image format is JPEG. This model includes an infra red remote control which helps to control the functions very smoothly. Zoom lens has a maximum focal length of 2.5 mm - 62.5 mm. Focus adjustments are automatic and manual. Optical zoom of the product is 25x and the zoom adjustment is Motorized drive. Filter size of the product is 30 mm. Lens manufacturer is Carl Zeiss.
Software included with this is Drivers & Utilities and Sony Picture Motion Browser. Supported battery with this unit is a Li-ion rechargeable battery. This camcorder has a width of 7.6cm, a depth of 11.3cm and a height of 7.7cm. The weight of this unit is just 360 g.
| General Features | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Sony |
| Model | DCR-SR55E |
| Weight | 360 g |
| Dimensions | 7.7cm x 11.3cm x 7.6cm |
| Key Features | |
| Sensor Resolution | 1070 Kpix |
| Effective Still Resolution | 1.0 Mpix |
| Widescreen Video Capture | Yes |
| Media Type | Hard disc drive |
| Supported Colour | Colour |
| Optical Sensor Type | Advanced HAD CCD |
| Optical Sensor Size | 1/6" |
| Min Illumination | 0 lux |
| Digital Zoom | 2000 x |
| Recording Speed | SP, LP, HQ |
| Shooting Modes | Digital photo mode |
| Special Effects | Sepia, Pastel, Monotone, Old Movie |
| Image Stabiliser | Electronic |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/3500 sec |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 1/3 sec |
| Exposure Modes | Programme, automatic |
| White Balance | Custom, automatic, presets |
| White Balance Presets | Indoor, outdoor |
| Digital Video Format | MPEG-2 |
| Still Image Format | JPEG |
| Microphone Type | Built in |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Stereo |
| Power Device | Battery |
| Battery Supported | Yes |
| Battery Details | 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery |
| Memory Type | |
| Hard Drive | 40GB |
| Image Storage | JPEG 1152 x 864, JPEG 640 x 480 |
| Lens | |
| Lens Type | Zoom lens |
| Focal Length | 2.5 mm - 62.5 mm |
| Focus Adjustment | Automatic, manual |
| Auto Focus | Yes |
| Lens Aperture | F/1.8-3.2 |
| Optical Zoom | 25 x |
| Zoom Adjustment | Motorised drive |
| Filter Size | 30 mm |
| Lens Manufacturer | Carl Zeiss |
| Extra Features | |
| Low Lux Night Mode | Yes |
| Digital Still Camera Function | Yes |
| Touch-Screen Control | Yes |
| Display | |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Display Format | 123,200 pixels |
| Display Form Factor | Rotating |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity Type | USB |
| Accessories | |
| AC Adapter | Yes |
| Battery | Yes |
| Cables - USB | Yes |
| Docking / Cradle Stand | Yes |
Sony DCR-VX2100E Professional Digital Camcorder
October 24, 2008
Camcorders play a very beautiful role in life. One can relive all the beloved
moments with the help of a camcorder. However, clarity is a thing that makes the difference. Sony DCR-VX2100E Professional Digital Camcorder is one of the latest models of professional digital camcorders in the market. The product is equipped with high quality CCD sensor, 58 mm spherical lenses and new electronic view finder. One will get outstanding video results if they use this camcorder. Sony can assure the quality in its looks and that is why it looks so beautiful and powerful at the same time.
Audio
This Sony digital camcorder has PCM (12bit / 16bit) audio system in its control. Built-in microphone with stereo type connection is other advantage of the product. It has got built-in speaker for the delivering of best output.
Image
The image size of the camcorder is 1/3 x3 which is the best in its class. Sony has got the advantage of 3CCD imaging system which is much wanted for a camcorder. It is through JPEG, the compression of still image is done. The maximum image size of the product is 640 x 480 pixels.
Recording
Due to memory stick compatibility it can record more pictures. The maximum number of recording pictures is 120.0. Its Still Image Recording Mode Fine is 1 / 6. The Still Image Recording Mode Standard of the camcorder is 1 / 10. Other is the Still Image Recording Mode Super Fine which is 1 / 3. The camcorder can record 40.0 pictures in best mode. 16:9 Wide (Full) Recording is possible in this camcorder. 560.0 minutes is the Maximum Continuous Recording Time with Optional Battery and Viewfinder.
Picture effects
The camcorder has the picture effects like Slim, Stretch, Solarization, Monotone, Sepia and Neg.Art. The digital picture effects are Still, Flash Motion, Luminance Key, Slow Shutter, Trail and Old Movie.
Power
This camcorder consumes only a less 4.7 power for LCD (W) and 4.1 for VF (W).
Accessories
The supplied accessories of the product are AC Adaptor of AC-L15, AV cable, stereo AV, Lens cap for the security of lens, memory stick of 8.0 MB, Shoulder strap, Wireless Remote Commander of RMT-811, 21 Pin Adaptor and a rechargeable battery pack of NP-F330.
Viewfinder
Hybrid LCD screen is the viewfinder of the camcorder which has a size of 2.5 inches. The resolution of the LCD screen is 211000 pixels. It has got a colour viewfinder which has 180.0 pixels. Rotating display form factor is very helpful.
Lens
With Aspherical lens which is built in neutral density filter, the camera observes clear video. The lens aperture is F/1.6-2.4.
Technical details
It has got the advanced HAD technology for the advantage of the users. The number of pixel gross is 450 x 3. It has 400 x 3 pixel act camera mode. The pixel act memory mode is also the same which is 400 x 3. Its filter diameter is 58.0.
Focus
Manual focus is a great feature of the camcorder. This camcorder has won full range auto focus for the convenience of the customers. Ring is the manual focus key of the camcorder. Focal distance of the device is 6.0-72. Its camera mode of 35 mm is 43.2-518.4 and its 35mm memory mode has 43.2-518.4 mm conversion.
Zoom
The optical zoom ratio of the appliance is 12x. Its digital zoom ratio is 48x. It has got the feature of Precision Digital Zoom. Seesaw and Ring is the zoom key of the camcorder.
Extraordinary features
The camcorder has got 2 Lux Minimum Illumination as an added advantage. Optical Super SteadyShot is another helpful feature. It has the facility to reduce noise. The white balance qualities of the product are Auto, Outdoor, Indoor and One Push. The various programme features are AEA, AES, Sports Lesson, and Sunset & Moon.
The attachment of backlight compensation facility will help the user a lot. Interval Rec is an advantage possessed by the camcorder. Automatic flash light pop up is a great accomplishment of the device. Colour Slow Shutter and Nightshot are the camera mode of the product. Progressive scan facility is really helpful.
Nothing is more helpful than the facilities like Index Playback and Memory Mix. The shutter speed of the camcorder is 1/3-1/10000. Webcam Capability is another feature supported by this professional digital camcorder.
Faders
With different faders in its custody the camcorder does an excellent job. It has got the faders like black, overlap, wipe, monotone and random dot.
Output & Input
Being a Sony product it has different outputs and inputs in its control. Audio input and output is one among it. Other is the video output and input. It has S-video input and output. Another output and input is of i.LINK (DV) and i.LINK (MICROMV).
General Details
The camcorder is equipped with a Lithium Ion rechargeable battery. The unit is compatible with connections like 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK), 1 x composite video/audio (input/output), 1 x S-Video input / output, 1 x headphones, 1 x microphone and 1 x Control-L (LANC). The depth of the camcorder is 393.0 mm. Its height is 159.0 mm. The width of the product measures 120.0 mm. Weight of the product is 1.5 kg. One year warranty is also offered for the camcorder.
Packed with umpteen incredible features, Sony DCR-VX2100E Digital Camcorder is a wonder. The product is best suited for business purposes. With the help of its inherited qualities it will deliver great video outputs.
| General Features | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Sony |
| Model | DCR-VX2100E |
| Weight | 1.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 15.9 x 39.3 x 12 cm |
| Key Features | |
| Sensor Resolution | 400 Kpix |
| Widescreen Video Capture | Yes |
| Media Type | Mini DV |
| Supported Colour | Colour |
| Optical Sensor Type | 3CCD |
| Optical Sensor Size | 1/3" |
| Min Illumination | 1 lux |
| Digital Zoom | 48 x |
| Recording Speed | SP, LP |
| Shooting Modes | Digital photo mode |
| Image Stabiliser | Optical (Super Steady Shot) |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/10000 sec |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 1/3 sec, 1/60 sec |
| Exposure Modes | Programme, automatic, manual |
| White Balance | Custom, automatic, presets |
| White Balance Presets | Indoor, outdoor |
| Still Image Format | JPEG |
| Microphone Type | Built-in |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Stereo |
| Power Device | External |
| Battery Supported | Li-ion rechargeable battery |
| Memory Type | |
| Flash Memory | 8 MB Flash - Memory Stick |
| Image Storage | Fine JPEG 640 x 480 : 50 - with 8MB card Standard JPEG 640 x 480 : 120 - with 8MB card, JPEG 640 x 480 |
| Lens | |
| Lens Type | Aspherical lens |
| Focal Length | 6 mm - 72 mm |
| Focus Adjustment | Automatic, manual |
| Auto Focus | TTL contrast detection |
| Lens Aperture | F/1.6-2.4 |
| Optical Zoom | 12x |
| Zoom Adjustment | Motorised drive, manual |
| Filter Size | 58mm |
| Extra Features | |
| Low Lux Night Mode | Yes |
| Digital Still Camera Function | Yes |
| Backlight Compensation | Yes |
| Demonstration Mode | Yes |
| Display | |
| Display Type | LCD display - 2.5" - colour |
| Display Format | 211,000 pixels |
| Display Form Factor | Rotating |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity Type | 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK), 1 x composite video/audio (input/output), 1 x S-Video input / output, 1 x headphones, 1 x microphone and 1 x Control-L (LANC) |
| Expansion Slots | 1 x memory stick |
| Accessories | |
| Remote control | Yes |
| Lens hood | Yes |
| Camcorder batteries | Yes |
| Camcorder shoulder strap | Yes |
| Carrying bags | Yes |
| Wide angle Lenses | Yes |
Sony DCR-DVD109 Digital Camcorder
October 22, 2008
Keep the memories alive and enjoy those happy moments once again. To
capture clear and perfect images and videos, here comes Sony DCR-DVD109 Digital Camcorder.
Easy and efficient: This handy-cam has easy functions with automatic shooting. The electronic image stabilizer makes you an expert photographer with its super steady shots. For the final finishing prints it supports PictBridge thus enabling easy printing. This Sony digital camcorder has easy-to-use Home menu and guide function to transform the amateur photographer to an expert.
There is an electronic colour viewfinder too. The 2.5" colour LCD display allows you to make sure of the quality of the images and movies. View finder resolution is 123,000 pixels.
Effective sensor resolution for video is 400 Kpix and that for still images is 0.3 Mpix. It supports MPEG-2 digital video format and JPEG still image format. Exposure modes are available in both programme and automatic modes. As an efficient device it gives backlight compensation and gives three options for white balance: Custom, automatic and presets. Special effects like Sepia, Pastel, Monotone and Old Movie are also available. 10 Scene selections are available. There are also options for Low Lux / Night Mode. Optical Sensor Type supported is an 800,000 Pixel Advanced HAD CCD and Optical Sensor Size is 1/6".
There is a built-in microphone for effective sound capture int his Sony DCR-DVD109 Digital Video Camcorder. The Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator for Surround sound recording proves to be the best.
Focus adjustments can be done automatically as well as manually. Minimum illumination which can be done is 0 lux. To give perfection to distant object there is option for effective zoom. You can do 40x optical zoom and 2000x digital zoom with the Carl Zeiss lens. Maximum shutter speed is 1/3500 sec and lens aperture is F/1.8-4.1.
The flash memory supports Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick PRO Duo. As removable digital storage media it has provisions for mini DVD-R/-RW/+RW. A remarkable feature supported by the device is PictBridge.
The Li-ion rechargeable battery provides good battery life. Due to this reliable device you can make sure that you won’t miss any of the important snaps for lack of charge. With optional battery has stamina for almost 9 hours and 50 minutes. Up to 110 minutes continuous recording is possible with the DVD+R DL (Dual Layer).
Dimensions of this sleek design are 5.5 cm x 13.1 cm x 8.9 cm (W x D x H). It is too easy to carry about with its light weight of just 390g. An A/V cable and a USB cable are included with the pack.
| General Features | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Sony |
| Model | DCR-DVD109 |
| Weight | 390g |
| Dimensions | 5.5 cm x 13.1 cm x 8.9 cm |
| Key Features | |
| Sensor Resolution | 800,000 Pixel |
| Effective Still Resolution | 0.3Mpix |
| Media Type | DVD-R (8cm), DVD-RW (8 cm), DVD+RW (8cm), DVD-R DL (8 cm) |
| Supported Colour | Colour |
| Optical Sensor Type | Advanced HAD CCD |
| Optical Sensor Size | 1/6" |
| Min Illumination | 0lux |
| Digital Zoom | 40x |
| Shooting Modes | Digital |
| Special Effects | Sepia, Pastel, Monotone, Old Movie |
| Image Stabiliser | Electronic |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/3500 sec |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 1/3 sec |
| Exposure Modes | Automatic, programme |
| White Balance | Custom, automatic, presets |
| White Balance Presets | Indoor, outdoor |
| Digital Video Format | MPEG-2 |
| Still Image Format | JPEG |
| Microphone Type | Built-in |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator for Surround sound recording |
| Power Device | Power adapter - external |
| Battery Supported | Li-ion |
| Battery Details | Rechargeable battery |
| Memory Type | |
| Flash Memory | Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo |
| Image Storage | JPEG 640 x 480 |
| Lens | |
| Focal Length | 1.9 mm - 76 mm |
| Focus Adjustment | Automatic, Manual |
| Auto Focus | TTL contrast detection |
| Lens Aperture | F/1.8-4.1 |
| Optical Zoom | 2000x |
| Zoom Adjustment | Motorised drive |
| Filter Size | 30 mm |
| Lens Manufacturer | 30 mm |
| Extra Features | |
| Low Lux Night Mode | Yes |
| Digital Still Camera Function | Yes |
| Touch-Screen Control | Yes |
| Backlight Compensation | Yes |
| PictBridge Support | Yes |
| Display | |
| Display Type | 2.5" LCD screen |
| Display Format | 123,200 pixels |
| Display Form Factor | Rotating |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity Type | 1 x composite video/audio output, 1 x S-Video output, 1 x USB |
| Expansion Slots | 1 x Memory Stick PRO Duo |
| USB 2.0 Compatibility | Yes |
| Accessories | |
| A/V cable | Yes |
| USB cable | Yes |
Sony DCR-SR35E Digital Camcorder
October 15, 2008
Sony has brought out Sony DCR-SR35E Digital Camcorder that is destined to
perform with regard to the preferences of the users. Like any other products of Sony, this one has its own identity and has proved itself. The unit was given a warm welcome in the UK market. It is well engineered and empowered to create a whole new digital experience that will blow off your mind. Effective management of the unit is made possible with a dimension of (Depth) 11.3 cm, (Height) 7.7 cm, (Width) 7.6 cm and it has a weight of just 350 grams.
Establishing features
With this single unit you can take pictures as well as make a personal video. This camcorder provides widescreen video capturing. Featured media types are 30 GB Hard disc drive and flash card. PAL is the supported analogue video format and MPEG 2 is the digital video format, whereas JPEG is the still image format. Perfect sensing of the images is made possible with 800 Kpix sensor resolutions, 490 Kpix effective video sensor resolutions and 0.4 Mpix effective still resolutions.
Lens the integral part of the unit
Lens is considered to be an integral part of any such unit. Carl Zeiss is the lens manufacturer and thus the no question arises in terms of the quality. Zoom lens of 1.9 mm - 76 mm is the focal length and f/1.8-4.1 is the type and motorized drive is the zoom adjustment. This unit supports a lens aperture of F/1.8-4.1. The filter size is calculated as 30mm. You can either adjust the focus manually or the unit automatically adjusts to it. Calculated focal length is 1.9 mm - 76 mm. The featured optical and digital zoom are 40x and 2000x.
Integrated electret condenser microphone is provided which supports stereo function. This captures the sounds without loosing any of the detailing. Built in speakers produces the effective sound performance. Dolby Digital AC-3 (2 channel) recording is also facilitated. Instant evaluations of your takings are made with the featured 2.7” TFT LCD display. Rotating is the form factor of the display and it supports 123,200 pixels resolution. Touch screen and backlight compensation are other features related to the display. It supports powerful 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery that allows uninterrupted functioning.
Enhanced features
Features that contribute to the well being of the unit are auto power save, date/time stamp, PictBridge support and auto dubbing. Low lux mode is supported in the unit and minimum illumination is 0 lux. Included connections are 1 x USB, 1 x composite video/audio output and 1 x S-Video output and 1 x Memory Stick PRO Duo is the featured expansion slots.
Technical factors
Program and automatic are the exposure modes supported by the device. Faders such as white fader and black fader gives the fading effects. Perfect stabilization of the image is made possible with electronic image stabilizer. Maximum and minimum shutter speed is calculated as 1/3500 sec and 1/3 sec respectively. Hard disc drive and flash card are the media format. Advanced HAD CCD is the optical sensor with a size of 1/8".
SP, LP and HQ are the various recording modes and Digital photo mode is the shooting modes. Spotlight, landscape, portrait mode, beach/snow, fireworks, sports mode, twilight mode, candle and sunrise are the various shooting programs. Special effects in the video and images are offered with Sepia, Pastel, Monotone, Old Movie functions. Custom, automatic, presets are the white balance and indoor and outdoor are white balance presets. Image is stored in the JPEG 640 x 480 formats.
Power and miscellaneous
External is the power adaptor that supplies power to the unit. Drivers & Utilities and Sony Picture Motion Browser are the software included. USB cable and A/V cable is supplied with this Sony digital camcorder. This unit can shoot as long as 20 hours and HDD Smart Protection system protects your shots. A shock absorber protects the hard drive in case the unit falls or from jerking. This unit can be connected to TV for viewing your video on it.
You can access the unit effectively with functions such as face index and people pictures. Sony DCR-SR35E Digital Video Camcorder is an excellent unit and is recommended highly.
| General Features | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Sony |
| Model | DCR-SR35E |
| Weight | 350 g |
| Dimensions | Depth: 11.3 cm, Height: 7.7 cm, Width: 7.6 cm |
| Key Features | |
| Sensor Resolution | 800 Kpix |
| Effective Still Resolution | 0.4 Mpix |
| Widescreen Video Capture | Yes |
| Media Type | Hard drive |
| Supported Colour | Colour |
| Optical Sensor Type | HAD CCD sensor |
| Optical Sensor Size | 1/8" |
| Min Illumination | 0 lux |
| Digital Zoom | 2000x |
| Recording Speed | SP, LP, HQ |
| Shooting Modes | Digital photo mode |
| Special Effects | Sepia, Pastel, Monotone, Old Movie functions |
| Image Stabiliser | Electronic |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/3500 sec |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 1/3 sec |
| Exposure Modes | Automatic and program |
| White Balance | Custom, automatic, presets |
| White Balance Presets | Indoor and outdoor |
| Digital Video Format | MPEG 2 |
| Still Image Format | JPEG |
| Microphone Type | Integrated electret condenser |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Stereo |
| Power Device | External |
| Battery Supported | Yes |
| Battery Details | 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery |
| Memory Type | |
| Hard Drive | 30 GB Hard disc drive |
| Flash Memory | Yes |
| Image Storage | JPEG 640 x 480 format |
| Lens | |
| Lens Type | f/1.8-4.1 |
| Focal Length | 1.9 mm - 76 mm |
| Focus Adjustment | Manual and automatic |
| Auto Focus | Yes |
| Lens Aperture | F/1.8-4.1 |
| Optical Zoom | 40 x |
| Zoom Adjustment | Motorized drive |
| Filter Size | 30 mm |
| Lens Manufacturer | Carl Zeiss |
| Extra Features | |
| Low Lux Night Mode | Yes |
| Digital Still Camera Function | Yes |
| Touch-Screen Control | Yes |
| Backlight Compensation | Yes |
| PictBridge Support | Yes |
| Display | |
| Display Type | 2.7” TFT LCD |
| Display Format | 123,200 pixels |
| Display Form Factor | Rotating |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity Type | 1 x USB , 1 x composite video/audio output and 1 x S-Video output |
| Expansion Slots | 1 x Memory Stick PRO Duo |
| USB 2.0 Compatibility | Yes |
| Accessories | |
| USB cable | Yes |
| Auto Dubbing Editing software | Yes |
| Camcorder batteries | Yes |
| A/V cable | Yes |
Sony DCR-DVD306 Digital DVD Camcorder
October 13, 2008
Sony recently introduced their new Sony DCR-DVD306 Digital DVD
Camcorder with real clarity, ease in operation and portable gadget which up heave their versatility. This offers you an incredible memory space like no other piece. Marvellous design, superlative features and stunning performance make this DVD camcorder attractive, simple and interesting.
Product features
Composite features like 1 Mega Pixel Camcorder, 25x Optical Zoom, 2000x Digital Zoom, 2.7" LCD Screen, Memory Stick Duo and Memory Stick PRO Duo make them effective.
They are also capable with features like removable Mini DVD-R/-RW/+RW, 1.0 Mpix of Effective Sensor Resolution, Digital photo mode, F/1.8-3.2 of Lens Aperture, Automatic and manual adjustment, 2.5 mm - 62.5 mm of Focal Length, Image Stabilizer, Electronic (Super Steady Shot) and built-in Microphone.
Weight of this Sony digital camcorder comes to around 400 g and dimensions in (W x D x H) are 5.5 cm x 13.1 cm x 8.9 cm. They are provided with a media type of DVD-R (8cm), DVD-RW (8 cm), DVD+RW (8cm) and DVD-R DL (8 cm).
Additional Features comprises of direct print, USB 2.0 compatibility, touch-screen control, built-in speaker, demonstration mode, backlight compensation, auto power save, display brightness control, PictBridge support, and 5.1 channels surround sound ready. They firmly deal with Digital Still Camera Function, Low Lux / Night Mode, Rotating Display Form Factor and 123,200 pixels of Display Format as well.
When coming to lens, it is manufactured by Carl Zeiss and it provided with an Auto Focus of TTL contrast detection, Filter Size of 30 mm, Focal Length of 2.5 mm to 62.5 mm, 25 x of Optical Zoom, Motorized drive Zoom Adjustment and Zoom lens of 2.5 mm - 62.5 mm - f/1.8-3.2.
Special Effects supported by the device include Sepia, Pastel, Monotone and Old Movie. MPEG-2 Digital Video Format, black and white faders, Electronic (Super Steady Shot) Image Stabilizer, Min Shutter Speed of 1/3 sec and Max Shutter Speed of 1/3500 sec, 1/6" Optical Sensor Size and Advanced HAD CCD Optical Sensor are the other remarkable features of the device that is worth mentioning.
Other facilities attached involves Indoor, outdoor White Balance Presets, JPEG Still Image Format, White Balance of Custom, automatic, presets and 2000x Digital Zoom, Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator for high quality Surround sound and it holds a battery of up to 7 hours 20 minutes (with optional battery).
Hi-speed USB 2.0 (output) and infrared Remote Control make them attractive and effective. Easy Handy cam functions for easy automatic shooting and Easy-to-use Home menu and Guide function are some of the interesting facilities they aim at giving. They are also provided with 2nd Start / Stop REC and have a zoom button on LCD frame.
As always Sony has come up with a Sony DCR-DVD306 Digital Camcorder with a finite number of amenities that convince the customers in the UK market, be it in terms of clarity, quality or performance.
| General Features | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Sony |
| Model | DCR-DVD306 |
| Weight | 400 g |
| Dimensions | 5.5 cm x 13.1 cm x 8.9 cm |
| Key Features | |
| Sensor Resolution | 1 MP |
| Effective Still Resolution | 1.0 Mpix |
| Media Type | DVD-R (8cm), DVD-RW (8 cm), DVD+RW (8cm), DVD-R DL (8 cm) |
| Supported Colour | Colour |
| Optical Sensor Type | Advanced HAD CCD |
| Optical Sensor Size | 1/6" |
| Min Illumination | 0 lux |
| Digital Zoom | 2000 x |
| Shooting Modes | Digital photo mode |
| Special Effects | Sepia, Pastel, Monotone, Old Movie |
| Image Stabiliser | Electronic (Super Steady Shot) |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/3500 sec |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 1/3 sec |
| Exposure Modes | Programme, automatic |
| White Balance | Custom, automatic, presets |
| White Balance Presets | Indoor, outdoor |
| Digital Video Format | MPEG-2 |
| Still Image Format | JPEG |
| Microphone Type | Built in |
| Power Device | Power adapter - external |
| Battery Supported | 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery |
| Memory Type | |
| Flash Memory | Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo |
| Image Storage | JPEG 1152 x 864, JPEG 640 x 480 |
| Lens | |
| Lens Type | Zoom lens - 2.5 mm - 62.5 mm - f/1.8-3 |
| Focal Length | 2.5 mm - 62.5 mm |
| Focus Adjustment | Automatic, manual |
| Auto Focus | TTL contrast detection |
| Lens Aperture | F/1.8-3.2 |
| Optical Zoom | 25 x |
| Zoom Adjustment | Motorised drive |
| Filter Size | 30 mm |
| Lens Manufacturer | Carl Zeiss |
| Extra Features | |
| Low Lux Night Mode | Yes |
| Digital Still Camera Function | Yes |
| Touch-Screen Control | Yes |
| Backlight Compensation | Yes |
| Demonstration Mode | Yes |
| PictBridge Support | Yes |
| Auto Power Save | Yes |
| Display | |
| Display Type | LCD display - 2.7" - colour |
| Display Format | 123,200 pixels |
| Display Form Factor | Rotating |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity Type | 1 x composite video/audio output, 1 x S-Video output, 1 x USB |
| Expansion Slots | 1 x Memory Stick PRO Duo |
| USB 2.0 Compatibility | Yes |
| Accessories | |
| Camcorder batteries | Yes |

