- 1/3-inch CMOS sensor with 3.0-megapixel still-image resolution.
- HDV 1080i camcorder features HDV, DV (on a standard MiniDV cassette), and SD .
- 10x optical zoom with Super Steady Image Stabilization.
- 2.7-inch hybrid touch-panel SwivelScreen LCD.
- Powered by InfoLithium rechargeable battery NP-FM50 (included).
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Sony (Camcorders) (HDR-HC1) HDV Handycam 1080i Camcorder
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.com Product Description Sony introduces the Sony Handycam
HDR-HC1, the world's smallest and lightest high-definition
consumer camcorder with full HD resolution based on HDV 1080i.
The ultracompact HDR-HC1 Handycam camcorder fits comfortably in
your hand, while delivering high-definition picture quality and
lighting detail on both video and digital still images.
the HDR-HC1 in action The HDR-HC1 features Sony's CMOS imaging
sensor technology, designed to deliver faster image processing
speeds for richer colors, more vivid detail, and significantly
less glare from reflected light. The Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T*
lens further enhances image clarity and richness, even when
shooting in low light.
The HDR-HC1 also features a 2.7-inch wide hybrid, touch-panel
LCD screen to access menu options. You can switch between 16:9
and 4:3 aspect ratios (in DV mode) to see exactly how your
content will be viewed on television. Other convenient features
include fully automatic controls, a built-in microphone for audio
quality, an intelligent pop-up flash, and Super Steady image
stabilization. You can even record your own high-defnition video
in complete darkness with Sony's Super Night Infrared System,
which adds the greatest a of range and detail to your images
in low- to no-light conditions. CMOS Sensor; 3 Megapixels (Gross)
The 1/3-inch CMOS sensor provides stunning detail and clarity
with exceptional video (up to 530 lines of horizontal resolution
in SD Mode) and still image performance. Unlike traditional CCD
imagers, CMOS sensors require less power, providing better
battery performance. The HDR-HC1 also features the Enhanced
Imaging Processor for improved video performance.
HDV Format
From the innovators in camcorder technology, Sony’s HDR-HC1
camcorder is the industry's smallest and lightest HDV1080i
consu-er level camcorder and player. Now you can record all your
memories in true high-definition video.
Switchable HDV/DV Format
The HDR-HC1 is capable of and playing back both high
definition and standard definition video recorded on a standard
MiniDV cassette.
Real-Time HD Codec Engine
A Sony developed Real Time MPEG Encode/Decode system with
reduced energy consumption and compact size to fit inside a
personal camcorder. This system provides efficient MPEG2
compression and 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 cassettes as are used for MiniDV
.
10x Optical/120x Digital Zoom Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Lens
From the authority in lens technology, the Carl Zeiss
Vario-Sonnar T* lens provides a high-quality 10x optical zoom
which maintains image clarity and color while reducing glare and
flare.
2.7-Inch (16:9) Hybrid Touch-Panel SwivelScreen LCD Display
Provides excellent viewing clarity with improved resolution. The
123K-pixel LCD display makes images sharp and detailed during
playback or when monitoring . The hybrid LCD screen
provides accurate viewing in sunlight or bright light, virtually
eliminating the "washout" common with traditional LCD screens.
Super Steady Image-Stabilization System
Picture-stabilization system uses motion sensors to detect and
compensate for camera shake without compromising picture quality,
as some other digital stabilization systems do.
Manual Zoom and Manual Focus Ring
Selectable zoom and focus ring provides precise and detailed
control over the a of zoom and the overall focus of the
image with just a turn of the rings. Fast, intuitive framing when
zooming and finely detailed focusing are easy with the natural
feel of the rings.
Expanded Focus Indicator
The camera's LCD image is magnified, temporarily, up to four
times its original size without any loss of distortion. This
allows the user more finite control while focusing the camera for
greater detail and clarity.
Cinematic Mode
Perfect for creating your own movie masterpieces, the HDR-HC1
Cinematic mode lends film-like (24 frames) effect to your
s.
i.LINK2 DV Interface (IEEE1394)
A high speed bidirectional digital video/audio communication
between two compatible devices equipped with an IEEE1394
interface, including camcorders, digital VCRs, and PCs.
Transition
Allows for a smooth automatic scene transition. Settings for
focus, zoom, iris, gain, shutter, and white balance can be set to
the A/B button, and a smooth transition will take place according
to the set time. This function enables the focus to gradually
shift from the front of the screen to a deeper part of the
screen. Thus the iris enables a smooth change of depth of field.
Tele Macro Function
Useful for shooting close-up s without having the camcorder
casting a shadow on the subject. Images in the Tele Macro
Mode will have the subject properly focused with the background
unfocused 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.
Built-in Pop-up Intelligent Flash
For added clarity and detail when taking pictures in low-light
situations, the built-in flash improves pictures and reducts
shadows.
What's in the Box
HDR-HC1 HDV 1080i Handycam Camcorder, power adapter/in-camera
charger (AC-L15), InfoLithium rechargeable battery (NP-FM50),
wireless remote commander remote control (RMT-831), lens hood,
lens cap, AV cable, component video cable, USB cable, shoulder
strap, 16MB Memory Stick Duo Media.