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1.0 Megapixel (Gross) Advanced HAD CCD Imager; 12X Optical/480X Digital Zoom; Professional Quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens; Progressive Shutter System; Super SteadyShot Picture Stabilization System
Features: * 1.0 Megapixel (Gross) Advanced HAD CCD Imager: 1/5.5" Advanced HAD (Hole Accumulation Diode) CCD with 690K (effective) Pixels provides stunning detail and clarity with exceptional video (up to 520 lines of Horizontal Resolution) and still image performance. The Megapixel technology enhances your Digital videos and Digital still photography performance. * MiniDV Recording:Offers up to 520 lines of Horizontal Resolution, 3X the color Bandwidth and a significantly higher signal/noise ratio, to provide spectacular video performance. * 12X Optical/480X Digital Zoom: The Optical Zoom helps to bring the action close up from far away. In addition the Digital Zoom Interpolation means that extreme Digital zooming is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of Digital zooms. * Professional Quality Carl ZeissVario-Tessar Lens: Carl Zeiss lenses have an advanced optical multi-layer coating that offers less glare and flare with increased Contrast. This results in vivid image brilliance, true-to-life color saturation and perfect renditions of subtle tones. * Progressive Shutter System: A mechanical shutter system that provides Progressive Scan performance while utilizing an interlaced scanning system. Digital still images will be sharp and clear with excellent definition. * Analog To Digital Conversion with Pass-Through: Convert and/or record any Analog NTSC video source to Digital video via the Analog inputs. Analog NTSC video can also be passed through the Digital Handycam Camcorder directly into a PC via the i.LINK interface in real-timefor easy PC editing of your Analog footage. * Super SteadyShot Picture Stabilization System: Picture stabilization system that uses motion sensorsto detect and compensate for camera "shake" without compromising picture quality like some other Digital stabilization systems. * 2.7" wide Touch Panel SwivelScreen LCD Display (123K Pixels): Provides excellent viewing clarity for both 4:3 and 16:9 apsect with improved Resolution. The high Resolution 123K Pixel LCD Screen rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles providing sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback. * Handycam Station: The supplied Handycam Station provides quick and easy connections to a TV for viewing or to a PC for editing and sharing video. Just placing the camcorder on the Handycam Station instantly makes the connections. No need to Search for cables or wires when charging or playing back. * USB Streaming: Stay connected to family and friends by broadcasting live video with audio over theinternet using the USB interface. You can even playback your favorite recorded scene on the camcorder's tape. It's like having your own video conferencing system. * i.LINK DV Interface: A Digital high-speed bi-directional interface which providesAudio/Video communication between two compatible devices. This connection allows for pure Digital transfer between devices equipped with an IEEE1394 interface, such as camcorders, Digital VTRs, capture cards and PCs. * InfoLithium Battery with AccuPower Meter System: Charge the battery at anytime because unlike NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries,Sony's rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries are notsubjected to a life shortening "memory effect". Sony's exclusive AccuPower meter displays the battery time remaining in minutes, in either the viewfinder or on the LCD Screen. * Picture Package Software: Easily organize still images and video, and turn them into stunning music videos using the supplied software. * Digital Still Memory Mode with Memory Stick Duo Media: Capture still images at 1152x864 Resolution, directly onto Memory Stick Duo Media for easy transfer to PCs for emailing, printing or sharing with other compatible Memory Stick devices. * Tele Macro Function: Useful for shooting close up shots, but without having the camcorder casting a shadow on the subject. Images shot in the Tele Macro Mode will have the subject properly focused with the background unfocussed so that the subject stands out. * Active Interface Shoe: Provides a location directly on the camcorder on which to add optional accessories while providing power and two-way communication to those accessories. * Super NightShot Plus INFRARED System: With Sony's Super NightShot INFRARED System you can capture natural looking video, even when shooting in low light. Record subjects up to 20 feet away using the built-in INFRARED system, but withoutthe overall monochrome color common with earlier low-light recording systems. * Program AE (AutoExposure) Modes: Program AE modes make recording easy even when filming in challenging situations. Choose from Portrait, Beach & Ski, Sports Lesson, Landscape, Spotlight or Sunset & Moon modes. * Picture Effects: Get creative when recording or playing back your videos with Sony’s Picture Effect Modes. Effects available in Camera mode: Negative Art, Sepia, Monotone, Solarize, Pastel and Mosaic.Effects available in Playback mode: Negative Art,Sepia, Monotone and Solarize. * Battery Information: At the touch of a button, battery information is displayed on the LCD Screen when charging and when the camcorder is turned off. The Display will show how much the battery is charged, in 10% increments and the recordable time left when using the LCD Screen or in the viewfinder. * Manual Focus: Allows the user to manually adjust the focus of the camcorder using the touch panel. Manual focusing also allows the user to control the focus indifficult situations where either the environmentor the subject does not allow the camcorder’s Auto Focus to perform optimally, such as when shooting through a window or in a crowded environment. * Easy Handycam Button: Using a camcorder can be intimidating for some people, so with a press of the Easy Handycam button, most of the advanced features of the camcorder are “locked out” leaving only the buttons essential for recording operational.
Specifications: Video Input/Output: Yes/Yes (Special) Audio Input/Output: Yes/Yes (Stereo, Special) USB Interface: (On Handycam Station); USB Streaming Interface Connector: Interface Connector for Handycam Station LANC Terminal Aperture: 1.8 - 2.5 Focusing: 3 - 350mm (Telemacro) 35mm Conversion: 48 - 576mm (4:3) - Camera; 46 - 628.5mm (16:9) - Memory; 40 - 480mm (4:3) - Camera Focusing: Full Range Auto/Manual (Touch Panel) Digital Zoom: 480X; Optical Zoom:12X Lens: Carl Zeiss Lens: Vario-Tessar LCD: 2.7" Color (123K) Super SteadyShot System: Super SteadyShot Accessory Shoe: Active Interface White Balance: Auto/Outdoor/Indoor/One-push Filter Diameter: 25mm; Viewfinder: Color, 123K Pixels Imaging Device: 1/5.5" 1070K Gross Pixel CCD Shutter Speed: 690K Pixels NightShot Infrared System: Super NightShot Plus Shutter Speed: 1/2 - 1/4000 (AE Mode) Exposure: Touch Panel (24 steps) Still Actual: 1000K Pixels Minimum Illumination : 7 Lux (0 Lux with NightShot Plus INFRARED System) Power Consumption: 2.6W/3.0W/3.2W (VF/LCD/VF+LCD) Memory Stick Pro Media Compatibility: Memory Stick PRO Duo Supplied Accessories Power Adapter/In-Camera Charger (AC-L25); InfoLithium Rechargeable Battery (NP-FP50); Handycam Station (DRCA-C121); Remote Commander Remote Control (RMT-831); Stereo AV Cable; USB Cable; Shoulder Strap; CD-ROM with USB Driver (PicturePackage-Software Ver. 1.5 for Sony) Dimensions (WxHxD): 2 1/4" x 3 5/8" x 4 1/2" (54.7 x 90 x 111.7mm)
General Information
Manufacturer
Sony Corporation
Manufacturer Part Number
DCR-HC42E
Manufacturer Website Address
www.sony.com
Product Name
DCR-HC42 Handycam Camcorder
Marketing Information
Extremely compact megapixel DV Handycam with Memory Stick Duo, Handycam Station, DV In, Zeiss lens, Touch Screen LCD andtrue 16:9 widescreen mode.
Product Type
Digital Camcorder
Display & Graphics
Display Screen
2.7" Hybrid LCD 123200 Pixel
Image Sensor
1 x 0.2" CCD
Effective Resolution
1 Megapixel Still Image
690 Kilopixel Video
Total Resolution
1.07 Megapixel
Lens
Lens Type
Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar:
Focal Distance: 3.0 - 36mm
35mm conversion:
Video: 48 - 576mm
Still Image: 40 - 480mm
Optical Zoom
12x
Digital Zoom
480x
Audio
Microphone Type
Stereo
Video
Video Signals
PAL
Storage
Recording Media
MiniDV
Storage Media
1 x Memory Stick PRO Supported
1 x Memory Stick Duo Supported
Controls/Indicators
Camera Modes
Fader:
Black
White
Mosaic
Overlap
Wipe
Monotone
Random Dot
Program Modes:
Beach & Ski
Landscape
Portrait
Sports Lesson
Spotlight
Sunset & Moon
Digital Picture Effects:
Still
Flash Motion
Luminance Key
Slow Shutter
Trail
Old Movie
Picture Effects:
Monot
ne
Mosaic
Neg. Art
Pastel
Sepia
Solarisation
Interfaces/Ports
Interfaces/Ports
1 x IEEE 1394 Output
1 x USB
1 x IEEE 1394 Input
1 x DC Power Input
1 x Audio Output
1 x Audio Input
1 x Video Output
1 x Video Input
1 x S-Video Output
1 x S-Video Input
1 x Docking Station
Battery Information
Batteries
1 x Lithium Ion (Li-Ion)
Physical Characteristics
Dimensions
90mm Height x 55mm Width x 112mm Depth
Weight
14.46 oz - Without tape and battery
Warranty
Standard Warranty
1 Year
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