- Sleek, compact MiniDV camcorder and with a 680,000-pixel CCD.
- 10x optical zoom lens (digital zoom to 120x) with Super Steady image stabilizer.
- 2.5-inch rotating LCD and black-and-white viewfinder.
- Low-light settings, 12-Bit/16-Bit PCM digital stereo, and accessory shoe.
- NP-FM50 InfoLithium Rechargeable Battery.
From the Manufacturer
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The Sony DCR-HC20 MiniDV Handycam Camcorder packs big features
in a small package. It features a large 2.5" hybrid SwivelScreen
LCD display with touch panel controls, a high-quality Carl Zeiss
Vario-Tessar lens, Night Plus infrared system and
USB streaming capabilities, all in a case that is 25% smaller
than last years model. It even includes the innovative Easy
Handycam button, which automates most functions and makes
a snap.
The 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 -- up to 530 lines of horizontal resolution,
on select models for sharper picture detail
* Component Color Sampling -- preserves three times more color
information than analog VHS and S-VHS video, for brighter and
truer colors
* Time Base Correction -- stabilizes the picture, eliminating
video jitters
* Error Correction -- fills in missing video data, providing
seamless, professional-looking video
Features of the DCRHC20 include:
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.
It's like having your own web camera or video conferencing
system.
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 subtle tones.
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 operational.
With Sony's Night Infrared system you can capture natural
looking video even when shooting in low light up to 10 feet away
using the built-in infrared system.
Battery information is momentarily displayed without having to
power on the camcorder. Quickly access the battery's status by
pressing the Battery Info button. The Time Available is
displayed in minutes on either the LCD screen or in the
viewfinder.
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.
Steady Picture Stabilization smoothes and steadies your
images without degrading picture quality. Sony does it with
motion sensors --- a more accurate system than many other
camcorders on the market.
Stamina Power Management the combination of low power consumption
and an optional InfoLithium battery give Sony Handycam models
incredible operating time. To keep tabs on battery life, Sony's
AccuPower meter displays the number of minutes remaining -- right
in the viewfinder.
And more:
* 1/6" Advanced HAD CCD Imager, 680K Pixels Gross: The 1/6"
Advanced HAD (Hole Accumulation Diode) CCD with 340K (effective)
pixels provides stunning detail and clarity, with exceptional
video (up to 500 lines of horizontal resolution) and still image
performance.
* 10X Optical/120X Digital Zoom: The optical zoom helps to bring
the action up close 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.
* 2.5" Hybrid SwivelScreen Touch Panel LCD Display (123K Pixels):
This provides excellent viewing clarity with improved resolution.
The 123K pixel LCD display makes images sharp and detailed during
playback or when monitoring . The Hybrid
Reflective-Transmissive LCD Screen provides accurate viewing in
sunlight or bright light, virtually eliminating the "wash-out"
common with traditional LCD Screens.
* InfoLithium Battery with AccuPower Meter System: Charge the
battery at any time because unlike NiCad (Nickel Cadmium)
batteries, Sonys rechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries are not
subjected to a life shortening "memory effect." Sonys exclusive
AccuPower meter displays the battery time remaining in minutes in
the viewfinder or the LCD screen.
* 12-Bit/16-Bit PCM Digital Stereo: 16-Bit offers the same
outstanding sound quality as a compact disc. 12-Bit
enables you to add an additional audio track with compatible
audio dubbing equipment or i.LINK®* interface compatible
computers.
* Photo Mode: Using Sonys unique Adaptive Frame Interpolation
for better image quality, you can store hundreds of still images
with 7 seconds of audio on the videotape.
* Program AE (Auto Exposure) Modes: Program AE modes make
easy even when filming in challenging situations.
Choose from Portrait, Beach & Ski, Sports Lesson, Landscape,
Spotlight, Sunset & Moon modes.
* Accessory Shoe: Allows a position on the camcorder in which to
place optional accessories. Supplied Accessories
AC-L25 Power Adaptor/In Camera Charger, NP-FP50 InfoLithium
Rechargeable Battery, RMT-830 Wireless Remote Commander Remote
Control, CR2025 Battery, Multi A/V Cable, LCD Cleaning Cloth, USB
Cable, CD-ROM w/ USB Driver (Picture Package Software v.1.0 for
Sony).