MiniDV format offers more precise image detail and color accuracy than previously possible with analog camcorders
The superior quality of digital video results from: Higher Resolution - Component Color Sampling - Time Base Correction - Error Correction
Carl Zeiss Vario Tessar Lens Carl Zeiss lenses have an advanced optical multi-layer coating offering less glare and flare with increased contrast. This results in vivid image brilliance,true-to-life color saturation and perfect renditions of subltle tones
1.0 Megapixel (Gross) Advanced HAD CCD Imagercumulation Diode) CCD with 340K (ef1/5" Advanced HAD (Hole Accumulation Diode) CCD with 690K (effective) pixels provides excellent detail and clarity, with exceptional video performance (up to520 lines of horizontal resolution).
Realize great looking digital still images utilizing 1000K (effective) pixels. The Megapixel technology enhances your digital videos and digital still photography performance.
10X Optical/120X Digital Zoom The optical zoom helps to bring the action up close from far away
Digital Still Memory Mode for easy transferto e-mail, printing, or sharing with compatible Memory Stick devices.
Capture Digital Still Images at 1152x864 or 640x480 resolution directly onto Memory Stick Duo media
2.5" Hybrid SwivelScreen Touch Panel LCD Display (123K Pixels) Provides excellent viewing clarity with improved resolution
Charge the battery at any time because unlike NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries, Sony's rechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries are not subjected to a life shorteningmemory effect
Sony's i.LINK DV or MICROMV interface gives you true digital-to-digital editing,without the "generation loss" of analog editing. And the i.LINK interface is compatible with a range of Sony digital VCRs, Sony edit controllers, and Sony PCs with editing software.
16-Bit offers the same outstanding sound quality as a compact disc. 12-Bit recording enables you to add an additional audio track with compatible audio dubbing equipment or i.LINK®* interface compatible computers.
Mechanical shutter system that provides Progressive Scan performance while utilizing an interlace scanning system. Digital still images will be sharp and clear with excellent definition.
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 Handycamcamcorder directly into a PC via the i.LINK® interface in real-time for easy PC editing of your analog footage.
An advanced version of Sony's SteadyShot system that controls an even higher range of shake and vibration frequencies, to achieve an even higher level of smoothness
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 functions of the camcorder are "locked out" leaving only the buttons essential for recording operational.
USB Streaming lets you stay connected with family and friends by broadcasting live video with audio, via the Internet with the USB interface. You can even playback your favorite recorded scene stored on tape. Its like having your own web camera or video conferencing system.
MPEG Movie EX Mode: Unlike earlier MPEG1 Movies, MPEG Movie EX will allow you to record 320 x 240 resolution MPEG movies uninterrupted up to the capacity of the Memory Stick DuoMedia. These movies are for emailing to friends and family.
Picture Package Software allows you to easily create fun music videos with the supplied software
Super NightShot Plus Infrared System: An advanced version of Sony's NightShot Infrared system that allows users to record natural color images in low-light conditions, but without the blurring common with other lowlight recording systems.