Sony DCR-SR220 60GB HDD Camcorder

Package Contents

Sony DCR-SR220 60GB HDD Handycam Camcorder, Power Adapter/In-Camera Charger (AC-L200), InfoLITHIUM Rechargeable Battery (NP-FH60), Remote Commander Remote Control (RMT-835), Multi A/V Cable (Stereo), USB Cable, Application CD-ROM w/ Driver, Enjoy Handycam DVD, Sony 1 Year Parts & 90 Days Labour Warranty

Overview

Superb results from advanced Sony technology. With a ClearVid CMOS sensor (with Exmor technology) and BIONZ image processor, the DCR-SR220 Handycam camcorder captures vibrant, high resolution video and still images that please the senses.Its dual record mode even lets you take 4 megapixel photos while recording video directly to your choice of either the built-in 60GB hard disk or removable Memory Stick Duo or Memory Stick PRO Duo media.

Features

• 2.3 Megapixel ClearVid CMOS Sensor (with Exmor Technology) and BIONZ Image Processor: Sony's newly designed CMOS image sensor with delivers bright, vivid, and spectacularly detailed 2.3 megapixel (effective) video footage, as well as 4 megapixel still imagesBIONZ Image Processor: The advanced Sony BIONZ Image Processor uses hardware-based Large Scale Integrated (LSI) circuitry that improves camera response time, screens out noise before RAW data conversion, handles Dynamic Range Optimization processing, and prolongs battery lifeExmor Imaging Sensor: Exmor technology captures video and still photo images with high resolution, high sensitivity, and exceptional detail. Advanced on-sensor A/D conversion yields rich tonal reproduction with high signal-to-noise ratioFace Detection for Video Footage and Digital Still Photos: Made possible by the BIONZ image processing engine, Face Detection technology recognizes up to 8 faces anywhere in the frame and automatically controls focus, exposure, and color to help capture smiling faces brightly and clearly15X Optical / 180X Digital Zoom: The optical zoom helps to bring the action close up from far away. In addition, Digital Zoom Interpolation means that extreme digital zooming is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zoom2.7" Wide (16:9) Touch Panel Clear Photo LCD Plus Display (211K Pixels): The 2.7" Wide (16:9) LCD screen provides exceptional viewing clarity with improved resolution (211K pixels). The display rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing anglesHybrid Recording to Hard Disk Drive or Memory Stick Media: Hybrid recording technology delivers a new level of flexibility for transferring your video footage and digital photos from the camcorder to compatible viewing devices. Record to the camcorder's internal hard disk driveDual Record-2: While recording video in High Definition you have the ability to capture still images directly to Memory Stick Duo media (sold separately)Memory Stick PRO Duo Media Slot: Capture still images directly onto Memory Stick PRO Duo media (sold separately) for easy transfer to PCs for emailing, printing, or sharing with other compatible Memory Stick devices (sold separately)Quick On-2: Missing an important scene can be frustrating, especially if the reason is because your camcorder is turned off. With the Quick On feature, the touch of a single button places that camcorder in Sleep mode. Another push instantly wakes the camcorderBuilt-in zoom microphone with 5.1ch recording: Featuring Dolby Ditigal 5.1 Creator, the built-in zoom microphone focuses audio recording on your subjects in sync with the camera's zoom lens, helping memories ring true with clear dialogue and crisp, discrete soundsDolby Digital 5.1ch Recording: Record in Dolby Digital 5.1ch surround sound with the camcorder's built-in microphone. Recording in 5.1 channel surround sound allows you to experience your home movies with active sounds coming from all directionsDynamic Range Optimizer-2: Powered by the exclusive Sony's BIONZ high-speed processing engine, D-Range Optimization preserves image data in bright highlights, such as suppressing "whiteout" in skiesEasy Handycam Button: Using a camcorder can be intimidating for some people. With a press of the Easy Handycam Button, most of the advanced features of the camcorder are "locked out," letting you focus only the buttons essential for recordingProfessional Quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens: Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lenses are designed specifically for compact camcorders, and utilize precision ground optics to maintain the sharpness and contrast found with larger lensesActive Interface Shoe-2: Sony's proprietary hot shoe makes it easy to use Intelligent Accessories, such as external lights and microphones, by providing power and on/off capability directly from the camcorderUSB 2.0 Interface: The USB 2.0 interface provides an easy way to connect your camcorder to a PC for fast transfer of video and still images for editingInfoLITHIUM Battery with AccuPower Meter System: Unlike NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries, Sony's rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries are not subjected to a life shortening "Memory Effect," so you're free to charge the battery at any timeStamina Battery Power Management System: When using the Sony InfoLITHIUM Battery, the Stamina Battery Power Management System helps the camcorder prolong battery life for extra long continuous recording times from a single chargeBattery Information: At the touch of a button, battery information is displayed on the LCD screen when charging and when the camcorder is turned off. When using the LCD screen or viewfinder, the display will show how much the battery is charged -- in 10% increments -- and the recordable time leftFader Effects: Enhance your personal videos by adding professional looking fader effects. Choose from Black and WhiteScene Selection Modes: Scene Selection modes make recording easy even when filming in challenging situations. Choose from Beach, Candle, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait, Sports Lesson, Spotlight, and Sunrise & SunsetPicture Effects: Get creative when recording or playing back your videos with Sony's Picture Effect Modes. Effects available in Camera mode: Monotone, Pastel and Sepia. Effects available in Playback mode: Monotone, Pastel and SepiaFace Index-2: Face Index makes it easier than ever to find and play back the right video scene. Using Face Detection technology, Face Index indexes your video footage according to the faces detected in each sceneFilm Roll Index-2: Like chapters in a book, Film Roll Index helps you easily find desired scenes in video footage. When using this feature, the camcorder previews the beginning of scenes and can create scene indexes set at specified display intervals (3, 6, or 12 seconds and 1 or 5 minutes)Manual Focus: Manually adjust the focus of the camcorder using the touch panel. Manual focusing also allows the user to control the focus in difficult situations where either the environment or the subject does not allow the camcorder's auto focus to perform optimallyOne Touch Disc Burn: Easily burn a DVD copy of your footage using the supplied software. Simply connect the camcorder to your PC via a USB cable and press the One Touch Disc Burn ButtonOn Screen Zoom and Record Buttons: For additional control of the camcorder, Zoom and Record buttons are features on the frame of the LCD screen. This allows for more flexibility when holding the camcorder, especially in overhead or low angle shotsProgressive Shutter System: A mechanical shutter system that provides progressive scan performance while utilizing an interlaced scanning system. Digital still images will be sharp and clear with excellent definitionSuper NightShot Infrared System: With the Super NightShot Infrared System, you can capture video in total darkness (0 lux) up to 10 feet awayMulti-Language Menu: Change the menu display from English to English (Simplified), Canadian French, Latin American Spanish, or Brazilian Portuguese

Specifications

Warranty	Sony 1 year parts & 90 days labour warranty
Weight (Approx.)	1lb 3oz (560g) with Battery
Low Light Capability	S-NS
Picture Effect(s)	Monotone, Sepia, Pastel
Easy Operation	Yes
Scene Mode(s)	Auto, Twilight, Candle (move only), Sunrise & Sunset, Fireworks (move only), Landscape, Portrait, Spotlight, Sports (movie only), Beach, Snow
Multiple Language Display	Yes
Slide Show Mode	Yes
SteadyShot Image Stabilization	O.I.S.
Quick On	Yes
Hybrid	Yes
Active Interface Shoe	Yes
Memory Stick PRO Media Compatibility	Tested to support up to 8GB media capacity; does not support high speed transfer function; does not support Access Control security function.
S-Video Output(s)	Included in A/V Remote
Analog Audio/Video Output(s)	Included (via A/V Remote Terminal)
USB Port(s)	Hi-speed (2.0 compliant)
Audio/Video Remote Terminal	Video/S Video/Audio/LANC
S/S & Zoom button on LCD	Yes
LANC Terminal	Accesible via A/V Remote Terminal
Manual / Auto Lens Cover	Auto
Memory Stick slot	Memory Stick PRO Duo Media
LCD Screen	2.7" wide (16:9) touch panel Clear Photo LCD Plus display (211k pixels)
Microphone	Built-in Zoom Microphone
Format(s) Supported	SD (MPEG2)
Audio Format	Dolby Digital 5.1
Video Signal System	NTSC color, EIA standards
Minimum Illumination	8lux (Auto Slow Shutter ON, Shutter Speed 1/30)
Shutter Speed	Auto, 1/30 - 1/250 (Scene Selection Mode)
Optical Zoom	15x
Digital Zoom	180x
Focus	Full range auto / Manual (Touch Panel)
Exposure	Touch Panel
Focal Distance	3.1 - 46.5mm
Aperture	F1.8 - 2.6
Filter Diameter	30mm
Lens Type	Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T
35mm Equivalent	49 - 735mm (4:3 Camera Mode), 40 - 600mm (16:9 Camera Mode)
Still Picture Resolution	4 megapixel
Still Actual	1990K Pixels (4:3), 1490K Pixels (16:9)
Video Resolution	720 x 480
Recording and Playback Times	Approximately - HQ: 14 hours, SP: 21 hours, LP 41 hours When using 8GB Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (sold separately): Standard Definition: HQ = up to 115 min., SP = up to 170 min., LP = up to 325 min.
Video Actual	1120K Pixels (4:3), 1490K Pixels (16:9)
Recording Media	60GB Non-Removable Hard Disk Drive, Memory Stick Duo Media, Memory Stick PRO Duo Media
Processor	BIONZ image processor
Pixel Gross	2300K
Imaging Device	1/5" ClearVid CMOS sensor (with Exmor technology)
Fader Effect(s)	Black, White
White Balance	Auto, Outdoor, Indoor, One-push (touch panel)
Digital Picture Effect(s)	Old Movie
Film Roll Index	Yes
Face Index	Yes
Dubbing Button	Yes (Camera body & Handycam Station)
Photo Capture from Movie	Yes
Still Image Mode(s)	JPEG
Power Requirements	7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)
Battery Type	InfoLITHIUM with AccuPower Meter System (NP-FH60)
Power Consumption	3.0W (VF/LCD)
Operating System Compatibility	Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, XP Home, XP Professional, Windows Vista
Supplied Software	Picture Motion Browser Ver.3.0.00
Dimensions (Approx.)	3 1/4 x 3 x 5 1/8 inch (81x76x129mm)