Sony DCR-TRV270E Digital Camcorder
October 6, 2008
Digital camcorders have become very prominent nowadays and this lightweight object is very easy to use and gives you high quality output. Sony has given
design to a new camcorder named Sony DCR-TRV270E Digital Camcorder. The features that this device holds together allow you to take videos with professional quality.
Product summary
The new Sony DCR-TRV270E has an optical zoom of 20x and a digital zoom of 990x. This camcorder has a LCD monitor of size 2.5”. Analogue video format of the system is PAL. Sensor resolution of the device is 540 Kpix. Focal length of the lens is 2.5 mm - 50 mm and the lens aperture is F/1.6-2.4 and supports Automatic, manual focus adjustment. Image stabilizer of this camcorder is Electronic. The camcorder has a built in stereo microphone too.
Supported battery with this system is 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery and it has a capacity of 700 mAh. Other features supported by the device are built-in speaker, backlight compensation and digital noise reduction. Zoom adjustment of this Sony digital camcorder is motorized drive. Exposure modes of the unit are Programme and automatic. Maximum shutter speed of the camcorder is 1/4000 sec and minimum is 1/50 sec.
Other details
Optical sensor type of the Sony DCR-TRV270E Digital Video Camcorder is CCD. Recording speed supported by the unit is SP and LP. Shooting modes supported are Spotlight, Sunset & Moon, landscape, portrait mode, Beach & Ski and sports mode. White balance supported is automatic. Software included with this unit is Drivers & Utilities and Sony Picture Package. Space saving dimensions of this camcorder includes a width of 8.5cm, a depth of 15.1cm and a height of 9.8 cm. Total weight of the device is 0.8 kg, and the effective video resolution is 350 Kpix. Accessories included with the unit are camcorder shoulder strap and lens cap.
| General Features | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Sony |
| Model | DCR-TRV270E |
| Weight | 0.8kg |
| Dimensions | (W) 8.5 cm x (D) 15.1 cm x (H) 9.8 cm |
| Key Features | |
| Sensor Resolution | 540 Kpix |
| Effective Still Resolution | 350 Kpix |
| Media Type | Digital8 |
| Supported Colour | Colour |
| Optical Sensor Type | CCD |
| Optical Sensor Size | 1/6" |
| Min Illumination | 0 lux |
| Digital Zoom | 990 x |
| Recording Speed | SP, LP |
| Shooting Modes | Spotlight, Sunset & Moon, landscape, portrait mode, Beach & Ski, sports mode |
| Special Effects | Solarisation, Sepia, Mosaic, Stretch, Slim, Pastel, Monotone, Negative Art |
| Image Stabiliser | Electronic |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 sec |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 1/50 sec |
| Exposure Modes | Programme, automatic |
| White Balance | Automatic |
| Still Image Format | PAL |
| Microphone Type | built-in |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Stereo |
| Power Device | Battery |
| Battery Supported | Yes |
| Battery Details | 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery |
| Lens | |
| Lens Type | Zoom lens |
| Focal Length | 2.5 mm - 50 mm |
| Focus Adjustment | Automatic, manual |
| Auto Focus | TTL contrast detection |
| Lens Aperture | F/1.6-2.4 |
| Optical Zoom | 20x |
| Zoom Adjustment | Motorised drive |
| Extra Features | |
| Low Lux Night Mode | Yes |
| Digital Still Camera Function | Yes |
| Backlight Compensation | Yes |
| Display | |
| Display Type | LCD TFT active matrix - 2.5" - colour |
| Display Format | 123,000 pixels |
| Display Form Factor | Rotating (270°) |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity Type | 1 x composite video/audio output, 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK), 1 x USB, 1 x DC power input |
| Accessories | |
| A/V cable | Yes |
| USB cable | Yes |
| SCART-Phono adapter | Yes |
| Camcorder shoulder strap | Yes |
| Lens cap | Yes |
Sony DCR-SR75E Digital Camcorder
September 26, 2008
Digital camcorders are one of the stylish video capturing and image capturing
equipments. With its fine capturing qualities and features the camcorders can be an asset to our long lasting memorable events. The Sony DCR-SR75E Digital Camcorder is one such staggering product which can be bought without any hesitation. This Dolby digital camcorder has lot of features which can’t be matched by the rival products.
Features and Specifications
Along with the stereo zoom facility and the microphone system the product also has a built in speaker. The size of the image sensor is 1/6". The sensor resolution of the unit is 1070 Kpix. It has the facility of automatic full range focus and manual auto focus range. One of the stunning features of this product is spot focus and spot meter which gives a cutting edge to this product over its rivals. The night shot feature of the product is the super night short plus.
The shutter speed of this camcorder is 1/3-1/3500. The scene selection of this product is Twilight, Sunrise & Sunset, Landscape, Portrait, Spotlight, Sports (Movie only), Candle (Movie only), Fireworks (Movie only), Beach and Snow.
The shutter of the product is not an ordinary one. It has the facility of auto slow shutter and colour slow shutter. The dimensions of the product are 76.6 x 76.3 x 112 mm with just over a weight of 360 g which makes it one of the light weight and flexible camcorders in the market. Other features include Audio Output, Video Output, S-Video Output, USB Output etc. The optical and digital zoom ratio of the product is 25x and 2000x respectively. Another facility of the product is its still image recording facility.
Other features like Quick ON, 16:9 Wide (Full) Recording, Start / Stop Rec button on LCD gives a user friendly image to this product. The continuous recording time with the supplied battery and LCD back light off is 100min and with that of optional battery is 580 minutes. The capacity of the HDD is 60 GB and the CCD is 1 mega pixel. It also has one touch disc burn and film roll index along the face index. The effective sensor resolution of the product is 690 kpix with video and still 1.0 Mpix in still image. The lens aperture of this camcorder is F/1.8-3.2
Additional features of this Sony digital camcorder are USB 2.0 compatibility, touch-screen control, built-in speaker, demonstration mode, back light compensation, auto power save, date/time stamp, PictBridge support and Dolby Digital AC-3 (2 channel) recording. The connectors include 1 x USB, 1 x composite video/audio output and 1 x S-Video output.
The display format of the product is 123200 pixels with a rotating form factor. The filter size of the camcorder is 30 mm and the focal length is 2.5 mm -62.5 mm. Another feature is that the camcorder has remote control facility by which it can be operated from a distance. The software’s included in the product are Drivers & Utilities and Sony Picture Motion Browser.
The Sony DCR-SR75E Digital Video Camcorder is a technically sophisticated product with advanced features and it will be an asset to your memorable moments.
| General Features | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Sony |
| Model | DCR-SR75E |
| Weight | 360 g |
| Dimensions | 76.6 x 76.3 x 112 |
| Key Features | |
| Sensor Resolution | 1070 Kpix |
| Effective Still Resolution | 1.0 Mpix |
| Widescreen Video Capture | Yes |
| Media Type | Hard disc drive, flash card |
| 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 | Spotlight, landscape, portrait mode, beach/snow, fireworks, sports mode, twilight mode, candle, sunrise |
| Special Effects | Sepia, Pastel, Monotone, Old Movie |
| Image Stabiliser | Electronic (Super Steady Shot) |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/3500 |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 1/3 sec |
| Exposure Modes | Programme, automatic |
| White Balance | Custom, Automatic, Presets |
| White Balance Presets | Indoor, outdoor |
| Still Image Format | JPEG |
| Microphone Type | Built-in |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Stereo |
| Power Device | Power adapter - external |
| Battery Supported | 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery |
| Memory Type | |
| Hard Drive | 60 GB |
| Lens | |
| Lens Type | Zoom lens |
| 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 | CZ Vario-Tessar |
| 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 - TFT active matrix - 2.7" - colour |
| Display Format | 123,200 pixels |
| Display Form Factor | Rotating |
| Connectivity | |
| Expansion Slots | 1 x Memory Stick PRO Duo |
| USB 2.0 Compatibility | Hi-Speed |
| Accessories | |
| USB cable | Yes |
| A/V cable | Yes |
| Docking station | Yes |
| Li-ion rechargeable battery | Yes |
Sony Handycam HDR-HC9E Digital Camcorder
September 17, 2008
The handycam is not just a video or image capturing product. It is a product that
helps to record our long lasting memories without any disturbance. The Sony Handycam HDR-HC9E Digital Camcorder is a stunning product in the market. It had a lot of features and facilities which can’t be matched by any of its contemporaries. With the dimensions of 8.2 x 8.2 x 13.8 cm the product is easy to use and keep.
Features Explained
The resolution of the camcorder is 3.2 mega pixels that allow you to take high quality videos and that too with utmost perfection. The effective video resolution and effective still resolution of the product are 2.2 MP and 3.04 MP respectively. The camcorder supports wide screen video capture.
The optical sensor type of the product is ClearVid CMOS with a size of 1/2.9". The digital zoom of the product is 20x and it supports shooting modes like Spotlight, landscape, portrait mode, twilight portrait, fireworks, twilight mode, sunset, candle, beach, snow, and sunrise and sports lesson. The Special Effects for Still images supported by the device are solarisation, Sepia, Mosaic, Trail, Pastel, Monotone, Old Movie, Flash Motion, Negative Art, Skin tone and Cinematic Faders like White fader, monotone fader, mosaic fader, black fader.
The image storage facility of the product is JPEG 2848 x 2136, JPEG 2048 x 1536, JPEG 640 x 480 and JPEG 2848 x 1602. The maximum shutter speed of the unit is 1/10000 sec and the minimum is 1/2 sec.
Other facilities of the product include a Pop-up flash that supports flash modes like Auto mode and Red Eye Reduction. The built in effective range of the product is 0.3 m - 2.5 m and the zoom lens comes with a focal length of 5.4 mm - 54 mm. The device supports automatic and manual focus adjustments. TTL contrast detection is the auto focus supported and it has a lens aperture of F/1.8-2.9.
This Sony digital camcorder also has the facilities like built in lens shield, DV input, Low Lux / Night Mode, Time Code, touch-screen control, built-in speaker, backlight compensation, auto power save, date/time stamp, DPOF support, display brightness control, progressive shutter system, PictBridge support, histogram display, accessories hot shoe and progressive scanning.
The view finder resolution of the product is 123200 pixels the unit supports an image aspect ratio of 16:9. The unit come with a 2.7 inch colour LCD rotating display and the display format supported is 211,200 pixels. The interfaces of the product are 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK), 1 x composite video/audio output, 1 x component video output, 1 x HDMI output, 1 x S-Video output, 1 x USB, 1 x headphones, 1 x microphone, 1 x DC power input Expansion Slot(s), 1 x Memory Stick PRO. The included software of the product includes Drivers & Utilities and the compatible operating systems include MS Windows XP, MS Windows Vista and MS Windows 2000 Professional.
The optical zoom of the product is 10x. The compatible recording media is the DVD-R / -RW / +RW / +R DL and the internal memory of the product is 8 GB. The Sony HDR-HC9E Digital Video Camcorder can meet all the needs of you and your family the product can be bought keeping in mind Sony’s reliability.
| General Features | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Sony |
| Model | Handycam HDR-HC9E |
| Weight | .55 kg |
| Dimensions | 8.2 x 8.2 x 13.8 cm |
| Key Features | |
| Sensor Resolution | 3.2 Mpix |
| Effective Still Resolution | 3.04 Mpix |
| Widescreen Video Capture | Yes |
| Media Type | Mini DV (HDV) |
| Supported Colour | Colour |
| Optical Sensor Type | ClearVid CMOS |
| Optical Sensor Size | 1/2.9" |
| Min Illumination | 0 lux |
| Digital Zoom | 20x |
| Recording Speed | SP, LP |
| Shooting Modes | Digital photo mode |
| Special Effects | solarisation, Sepia, Mosaic, Trail, Pastel, Monotone, Old Movie, Flash Motion, Negative Art, Skintone, Cinematic Faders White fader, monotone fader, mosaic fader, black fader |
| Image Stabiliser | Optical (Super Steady Shot) |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/10000 sec |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 1/2 sec |
| Exposure Modes | Yes |
| 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 | Electret condenser - stereo |
| Power Device | Battery |
| Battery Supported | Li-ion rechargeable battery |
| Memory Type | |
| Hard Drive | 8 GB |
| Flash Memory | Memory cards |
| Image Storage | JPEG 2848 x 2136, JPEG 2048 x 1536, JPEG 640 x 480, JPEG 2848 x 1602 |
| Lens | |
| Lens Type | Built-in lens shield |
| Focal Length | 5.4 mm - 54 mm |
| Focus Adjustment | Automatic, manual |
| Auto Focus | TTL contrast detection |
| Lens Aperture | F/1.8-2.9 |
| Optical Zoom | 10x |
| Zoom Adjustment | Motorised drive |
| Filter Size | 37 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 - TFT active matrix - 2.7" - colour |
| Display Format | 211,200 pixels |
| Display Form Factor | Rotating |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity Type | 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK), 1 x composite video/audio output, 1 x component video output, 1 x HDMI output, 1 x S-Video output, 1 x USB, 1 x headphones, 1 x microphone, 1 x DC power input Expansion Slot(s), 1 x Memory Stick PRO |
| Expansion Slots | 1 x Memory Stick PRO Duo |
| USB 2.0 Compatibility | Yes |
| Accessories | |
| Lens hood | Yes |
| A/V cable | Yes |
| Camcorder batteries | Yes |
| USB cable | Yes |
| IEEE 1394 cable | Yes |
| Wide angle Lenses | Yes |
Sony DCR-HC51E Digital Camcorder
September 14, 2008
You can relive your past with this Sony DCR-HC51E Digital Camcorder. As this is very handy you can carry it wherever you go. All the controls and features are
facilitated so as to suit your various recording needs. The sleek and unique design offers firm grip and you can take the videos devoid of shaking.
Technical Aspects
With a dimension of (W) 6.3 cm x (D) 11.4 cm x (H) 8.5 cm and with a weight of 380 grams you can carry it along wherever you go as you never know what life has in store for you. PAL is the analogue video format and mini DV is the media type supported by the unit. Effective still and videos can be taken with a sensor resolution of 800 Kpix and 400 Kpix respectively.
Lens - The integral part
The efficiency of the camcorders or any such units is directly related to the lens.
The lens manufacturer of the lens use in this unit is Carl Zeiss. The lens type is Zoom lens of 1.9 mm - 76 mm – f/1.8-4.1 with a lens aperture of F/1.8-4.1. TTL contrast detection is facilitated as the auto detection. Motorised drive is the featured zoom adjustment supported by the device.
This Sony digital camcorder supports 30 mm filter size, 1.9 mm - 76 mm focal length which adds to the quality of the video or images. An automatic or manual adjustment of the focus is also possible. The optical zoom and the digital zoom of the device is 40x and 2000x respectively.
Other details
Either you can programme the exposure modes or the unit automatically adjust to it. Electronic image stabiliser offers perfect stabilisation of the image. Minimum shutter speed of 1/50 sec and maximum shutter speed of 1/3500 sec is supported by the device. White fader, monotone fader, mosaic fader, black fader are the featured faders.
The sensor type equipped in this miniDV camcorder is advanced HAD CCD of a size of 1/6". Recording speed of SP and LP with Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick Duo as the recording media adds more to your recordings. Shooting modes such as Spotlight, landscape, portrait mode, sports mode, twilight mode, sunset, beach, snow, and sunrise makes imaging more interesting. Added effects are made possible with the special effects such as Solarisation, Sepia, Mosaic, Pastel, Monotone, Negative Art, and White Balance: Custom, automatic, pre sets. Indoor and outdoor are the white balance pre sets.
Miscellaneous
Integrated microphone captures the minute sound effectively. Electret condenser is the microphone technology featured. Stereo mode adds to this aspect. External power adaptor acts as the power device. Included electronic view finder is colour supported with a resolution of 123,200 pixels.
Along with these this unit supports an audio video cable. With Sony DCR-HC51E Digital Video Camcorder you can create a life long album of precious memories.
| General Features | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Sony |
| Model | DCR-HC51E |
| Weight | 380 grams |
| Dimensions | (W) 6.3 cm x (D) 11.4 cm x (H) 8.5 cm |
| Key Features | |
| Sensor Resolution | 800 Kpix |
| Media Type Supported Colour | MiniDV |
| Supported Colour | Colour |
| Optical Sensor Type | CCD |
| Optical Sensor Size | 1/6" |
| Digital Zoom | 2000 x |
| Recording Speed | SP and LP |
| Shooting Modes | Spotlight, landscape, portrait mode, sports mode, twilight mode, sunset, beach, snow, sunrise |
| Special Effects | Sepia, Mosaic, Pastel, Monotone, Negative Art |
| Image Stabiliser | Electronic |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/3500 sec |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 1/50 sec |
| Exposure Modes | Manual auto |
| White Balance | Custom, automatic, pre sets |
| White Balance Presets | Indoor and outdoor |
| Microphone Type | Integrated |
| Microphone Operation Mode | Stereo |
| Power Device | External power adaptor |
| Battery Supported | Li-ion rechargeable battery |
| Battery Details | Sony NP-FH30 |
| Lens | |
| Lens Type | Zoom lens of 1.9 mm - 76 mm – f/1.8-4.1 |
| Focal Length | 1.9 mm - 76 mm |
| Focus Adjustment | Manual auto |
| Auto Focus | Yes |
| Lens Aperture | F/1.8-4.1 |
| Optical Zoom | 40 x |
| Zoom Adjustment | Motorised drive |
| Filter Size | 30 mm |
| Lens Manufacturer | Carl Zeiss |
| Display | |
| Display Type | LCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.5" - colour |
| Display Format | 123,200 pixels |
| Display Form Factor | Rotating |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity Type | USB |
| Accessories | |
| A/V cable | Yes |
| Li-ion rechargeable battery | Yes |
| Manual Lens Cover | Yes |
Sony DCR-SR290E Digital Camcorder
September 8, 2008
You can capture all your memorable moments and feed it with the help of a
digital camcorder. Sony the famous manufacturer of electrical equipments has launched their new digital camcorder named Sony DCR-SR290E Digital camcorder.
Major features
Sony DCR-SR290E has a sensor resolution of 2.1 mega pixel. The effective video resolution of the system is 1.4 mega pixels, the effective still resolution is 2.0 mega pixels and the interpolated still resolution is 6.0 mega pixels. The optical sensor type of the camcorder is CMOS and the sensor size is 1/3”. Optical zoom size of the system is 10x and the digital zoom is 20x. The supported recording speed of the unit is SP, LP, and HQ. This model has a digital photo mode, and the included shooting programs are Spotlight, landscape, portrait mode, twilight portrait, beach/snow, fireworks, twilight mode, candle, and sunrise.
Sony DCR-SR290E Digital Video Camcorder is equipped with an optical image stabiliser. The maximum shutter speed of the unit is 1/8000 sec and the minimum is ½ seconds. White balance of the product is Custom and automatic. The presets are Indoor, outdoor. Digital video format of the system is MPEG 2 and the still image format is JPEG. This model includes an infrared remote control with it. Hard disc drive of the unit has a capacity of 40GB. PictBridge support is a remarkable feature supported by the unit.
Sony DCR-SR290E Handy Cam has an effective flash range of 0.3 m - 2.5 m, focal length of the zoom lens is 5.4 mm - 54 mm and supports both automatic and manual focus adjustment. This camcorder has a LCD display of size 2.7” and the display form factor is rotating. The built in microphone has a surround operation mode. Connector type of the system includes 1 x USB, 1 x composite video/audio output and 1 x S-Video output. Software included with this system is Drivers & Utilities.
Other features
The supported battery with this hard drive camcorder is a Li-ion rechargeable battery. Dimensions of the unit include a width of 76mm, a height of 78mm and a depth of 128mm. The total weight of the unit is 485g. The product has a Hi-speed USB 2.0 connection. This device also has an automatic lens cover in it. With the 40 GB hard disc you can record up to 28 hours.
| General Features | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Sony |
| Model | DCR-SR290E |
| Weight | 485g |
| Dimensions | (W) 7.6 cm x (D) 12.8 cm x (H) 7.8 cm |
| Key Features | |
| Sensor Resolution | 2.1 Mpix |
| Effective Still Resolution | 2.0 Mpix |
| Widescreen Video Capture | Yes |
| Media Type | Hard disc drive |
| Supported Colour | Colour |
| Optical Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Optical Sensor Size | 1/3" |
| Min Illumination | 0 lux |
| Digital Zoom | 20x |
| Recording Speed | SP, LP, HQ |
| Shooting Modes | Digital photo mode |
| Special Effects | Sepia, Pastel, Monotone, Old Movie |
| Image Stabiliser | Optical |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/800 sec |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 1/2 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 | Surround |
| Power Device | Power adapter |
| Battery Supported | Yes |
| Battery Details | 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery |
| Memory Type | |
| Hard Drive | 40 GB |
| Flash Memory | Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo |
| Image Storage | JPEG 2848 x 1602 JPEG 2848 x 2136 JPEG 640 x 480 |
| Lens | |
| Lens Type | Zoom lens |
| Focal Length | 5.4 mm - 54 mm |
| Focus Adjustment | Automatic, manual |
| Auto Focus | TTL contrast detection |
| Lens Aperture | F/1.8-2.9 |
| Optical Zoom | 10 x |
| Zoom Adjustment | Motorised drive |
| Filter Size | 37 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 | 2.7" LCD |
| Display Format | 211,200 pixels |
| Display Form Factor | Rotating |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity Type | 1 x USB 1 x composite video/audio output 1 x S-Video output |
| Expansion Slots | 1 x Memory Stick PRO Duo |
| Accessories | |
| Docking station | Yes |
| USB cable | Yes |
| A/V cable | Yes |
| SCART adapter | Yes |

