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The HDR-HC7 lets you view the world through a professional grade Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T Lens with 10x optical/20x digital zoom and a 1/2.9” ClearVid CMOS Sensor. In addition to pristine quality video, you can capture 4.6 megapixel still images while the camcorder is recording video with the dual record mode feature. Take command of your pictures as you manually control focus, exposure, shutter speed, auto exposure shift and white balance shift. View everything you shoot on the 2.7” Wide Clear Photo LCD Plus featuring Touch Panel SwivelScreen technology, so you can swivel from any shooting angle. Super SteadyShot technology and the Super NightShot feature will help you capture videos you’ll want toshare with the world.
Features: * 3.2 Megapixel (Gross) ClearVid CMOS Sensor: 1/2.9" ClearVid CMOS Sensor provides stunning detail and clarity with exceptional video (1080 lines of resolution, HD mode or 530 lines of horizontal resolution,SD mode) and still image performance (6.1 megapixels). Unlike traditional CCD imagers, CMOS sensorsrequire less power, providing better battery performance. * Switchable HD/DV Format Recording: The HDR-HC7 is capable of recording and playing back both high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) video recorded on a standard MiniDV cassette. * Real-Time HD Codec Engine: This engine provides efficient MPEG2 compression, and recording and playback of clear HD images at the same bit rate of the DV format, so that high definition video can be recorded on the same MiniDV cassettes as are used for SD recording. * x.v.Color: x.v.Colorcan capture or display nearly twice as many (1.8x) viewable colors than currently possible. This provides a more accurate and vivid color range, for a more natural, lifelike overall experience. * 10X Optical/20X Digital Zoom: The optical zoom helps to bring the action close up from far away. In addition the digital zoom interpolation means thatextreme digital zooming is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zooms. *Professional Quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T 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. The additionalT coating on the lens further reduces unwanted glare and flare. * 2.7” Wide (16:9) Hybrid Touch Panel Clear Photo LCD Plus Display (211K Pixels): The 2.7” wide (16:9) LCD screen provides excellentviewing clarity with improved resolution. The 211K pixel LCD screen rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles providing sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback, and the widescreen format makes shooting in 16:9 mode and composing shots even easier. * Smooth Slow Record: By increasing the record rate from 60 fields per second (fps) to 240 fps for 3 seconds allowing you to capture 3 seconds of fast motion and play the videoback in 12 seconds. This is great for analyzing agolf swing or a viewing a bird in flight. In addition, record an audio track to narrate what is being seen in the video. * Memory Stick Duo Media Slot: Capture still images up to 2848x2136 resolution, directly onto Memory Stick Duo Media for easytransfer to PCs for e-mailing, printing or sharing with other compatible Memory Stick media compatible devices. * Dual Record: While recording video in high definition, you have the ability to capture a 4.6 megapixel still image directly to Memory Stick Duo media. * Super SteadyShot (Optical)Image Stabilization System: This advanced form ofSony's SteadyShot Image Stabilization system thatcontrols an even higher range of shake and vibration frequencies. This optical stabilization systemachieves an even higher level of smoothness without degradation of video like some digital stabilization systems. * Cinematic Mode: Perfect for creating your own movie masterpieces, the HDR-HC7 cinematic mode lends a 24 frame film-like effect to your recordings. * i.LINK Interface: The i.LINK interface provides a digital high-speed, bi-directional interface which enables audio/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. * Tele Macro Function: This functionality is useful for shooting close-up shots 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 InterfaceShoe: The active shoe provides a location directly on the camcorder on which to add optional accessories while providing power and two-way communication to those accessories. * Built-in IntelligentFlash * Super NightShot Infrared System * Scene Selection Modes * Picture Effects * Fader Effects * InfoLithium Battery with AccuPowerMeter System * Stamina Battery Power Management System * On Screen Zoom and Record Buttons * Easy Handycam * One Touch Wide Angle Shooting * Manual Focus * Multi-Language Menu
General Information
Manufacturer
Sony Corporation
Manufacturer Part Number
HDR-HC7E
Manufacturer Website Address
www.sony.com
Product Model
HDR-HC7E
Product Name
Handycam HDR-HC7E High Definition Digital Camcorder
Marketing Information
The compact HDV1080i High Definition Handycam with ClearVid CMOS Sensor, Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens, Optical Image Stabilizer, a wealth of manual controls and an HDMI connection.
Product Type
Digital Camcorder
Display & Graphics
Display Screen
2.7" Hybrid LCD Touch Screen 211.2 Kilopixel
Image Sensor
1 x 0.34" CMOS
Effective Resolution
3.04 Megapixel Still Image
1.71 Megapixel Video
Total Resolution
3.2 Megapixel
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Lens
Lens Type
Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Lens:
Focal Length: 5.4 - 54mm
35mm Equivalent:
Camera Mode: 40 - 400mm (16:9) / 49 - 490mm (4:3)
Memory Mode: 40 - 400mm (16:9) / 37 - 370mm (4:3)
Optical Zoom
10x
Digital Zoom
20x
Image Stabilization
Optical
Audio
Microphone Type
Stereo
Video
Video Signals
PAL
Storage
Recording Media
MiniDV
Recording Formats
DV
HDV
Storage Media
1 x Memory Stick PRO Supported
1 x Memory Stick Duo Supported
Controls/Indicators
Camera Modes
Scene Selection:
Twilight
Twilight Portrait (Still only)
Candle
Sunrise & Sunset
Fireworks
Landscape
Portrait
Spotlight
Beach
Snow
Picture Effects:
Skin Tone
Mosaic
Solarization
Monotone
Sepia
Neg.Art
Pastel
Digital Picture Effects:
Still
Flash Motion
Slow Shutter
Trail
Old Movie
Cinematic Effect
Fader Effects:
Black
White
Mosaic
<
i>Monotone
Interfaces/Ports
Interfaces/Ports
1 x Microphone
1 x Component Video Output
1 x HDMI Output
1 x DC Power Input
1 x Headphone
1 x USB
1 x i.Link Input/Output
1 x S-Video Output
1 x Audio Input/Output
1 x Video Output
Physical Characteristics
Dimensions
82mm Height x 82mm Width x 138mm Depth
Weight
19.4 oz
Warranty
Standard Warranty
1 Year
Screen Size
2.7"
Display Screen Type
Hybrid LCD
Touchscreen
Yes
Display Resolution
211200Pixel
Number of Image Sensors
1
Image Sensor Size
0.34"
Image Sensor Type
CMOS
Effective Image Resolution
3.04Megapixel
Effective Video Resolution
1.71Megapixel
Total Camcorder Resolution
3.2Megapixel
Image
Image Formats
JPEG
Maximum Image Resolution
2848 x 2136
Video Formats
MPEG-1
Maximum Video Lines
1080
Interlaced Scan
Yes
Video System
PAL
Audio Channels
Stereo
Recording Media
Memory Card
Tape Drive
Media Support
MiniDV
Recording Formats
HDV
DV
Memory
Memory Card Support
Memory Stick Duo
Memory Stick PRO
Interfaces/Ports
1 x Video Out
1 x S-Video Out
1 x Audio In/Out
1 x i.Link
1 x USB
1 x Component Video Out
1 x HDMI
1 x Microphone
1 x Headphone
1 x DC Power In
Dimensions
3.23" Height x 3.23" Width x 5.43" Depth
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