- 1/5.5-inch CCD imager with 1.0-megapixel resolution.
- Compatible with DVD-R/-RW/+RW formats.
- 12x optical zoom with digital image stabilization.
- 2.7-inch high-resolution touch-panel SwivelScreen LCD display rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles.
- Dolby digital 5.1ch audio .
From the Manufacturer
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Capture 1.0-megapixel stills, a wide-angle view and
superior color reproduction with the Advanced HAD CCD on the
DCR-DVD305 Handycam camcorder. You'll enjoy crisp and clear
monitoring and playback on the 2.7-inch-wide Clear Photo LCD Plus
display. And your home movies will be brought to life with 5.1ch
surround sound .
1.0-Megapixel Advanced HAD CCD Imager
1/5.5-inch Advanced HAD (Hole Accumulation Diode) CCD imager
with 690K effective video pixels provides excellent detail and
clarity, for exceptional digital video (up to 520 lines of
resolution) and still image performance. Realize great looking
digital still images with 1,000K effective pixels.
Advanced HAD CCD Technology
Enhanced CCD design allow more light to reach the imager which
reduces video noise to improve signal-to-noise ratio by up to 6dB
(2x better than a standard CCD). Particularly effective when
shooting in dark situations.
DVD Format Video
The DVD format delivers digital picture and sound
quality comparable to that of MiniDV, but on DVD. Playback of the
DVDs couldn' t be simpler. After finalizing the disc in the
camera, the disc plays back in compatible DVD Players, computers
and even PlayStation 2 video game consoles.
DVD-R/RW and + RW Compatible
The DCR-DVD305 is compatible with a variety of DVD formats
allowing the ease of use and simplicity found in DVD Media. With
DVD+RW media there is not a need to finalize the disc (minimum
required). Simply remove the disc and insert the media
into a compatible DVD Player.
12x Optical/800x 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.
Professional Quality 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 subtle tones.
Dolby Digital 5.1ch
The DCR-DVD305 is supplied with a Dolby Digital 5.1ch
Microphone. By in 5.1 channel surround sound you can
experience your home movies with active sounds coming from all
directions. Enjoy your personal home movies the way you
experienced them while .
2.7-Inch Hybrid SwivelScreen LCD Display (123K Pixels)
Provides excellent viewing clarity with improved resolution. The
123K pixel LCD rotates up to 270-degrees for multiple viewing
angles, providing sharp, detailed images for monitoring or
playback. The Hybrid LCD Screen provides accurate viewing in
sunlight or bright light, virtually eliminating the "wash-out"
common with traditional LCD screens.
Digital Still Memory Mode with Memory Stick Duo Media
Capture still images up to 1152 x 864 resolution, directly onto
Memory Stick Duo Media for easy transfer to PCs for emailing,
printing or sharing with other compatible Memory Stick devices.
Visual Index Screen
Shows thumbnail images of movies and still images when playing
back on your camcorder or DVD player, making scene selection
easier.
Analog Inputs
Record any analog NTSC source to digital video via the analog
inputs. Perfect for archiving analog tape s. This
recorded video can then be edited on your computer.
Color Viewfinder
Provides a clear, color view of subjects and makes spotting
and/or following subjects easier.
Super Steady Picture Stabilization System
An advanced version of Sony's Steady system that controls an
even higher range of shake and vibration frequencies, to achieve
an even higher level of smoothness without degradation of video
like some other image stabilization systems.
Active Interface Shoe
Conveniently gives you the option of adding accessories such as
lights, flashes and microphones to the camera, which can
communicate with the camera and also draw power from the camera.
USB 2.0 Interface
USB 2.0 interface provides an easy way to connect your DVD
Digital Handycam camcorder to computers for fast transfer of
video and still images to your computer for editing. The
camcorder can also be used as an external DVD burner, convenient
for making copies of your DVDs or burning edited movies.
Additional Features
* InfoLithium battery with AccuPower meter system
* Super Night Plus infrared system
* Progressive shutter system
* Program AE (autoexposure) modes
* Fader effects
* Picture effects What's in the box
Sony DCR-DVD305 1MP DVD Handycam camcorder, power
adaptor/in-camera charger (AC-L25), InfoLithium® rechargeable
battery (NP-FP50), wireless Remote Commander remote control, AV
cable, Surround Sound microphone, lens cap, Picture Package
software ver. 1.8 and Nero Express 6 (conversion software), USB
cable, cleaning cloth