Sony DCR-DVD505 Marketing Specifications

DCR-

DVD505

DVD Handycam® Camcorder

Capture 4.0 Megapixel stills, a wide-angle view and superior color reproduction with the CMOS Image Sensor on the
DCR-DVD505 Handycam camcorder. You’ll enjoy crisp and clear monitoring and playback on the expansive 3.5" Wide
Clear Photo LCD plus display. And your home movies will be brought to life with 5.1ch surround sound recording.

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2.1 Megapixel (Gross) ClearVID™

CMOS

Sensor

1/3" ClearVID™ CMOS Sensor with 1910K
(effective) pixels provides stunning detail and
clarity with exceptional video (up to 530 lines
of horizontal resolution) and still image
performance. The Megapixel technology
enhances your digital videos and digital still
(3980K) photography performance.

DVD Format Video Recording

The DVD recording 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 camcorder, the disc can play
back in most DVD Players, computers and
even PlayStation® 2 video game consoles.

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DVD

-R/RW and +RW Compatible

The DCR-DVD505 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 recording
required). Simply remove the disc and insert
the media into a compatible DVD Player.

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10X Optical/120X Digital Zoom

The optical zoom helps to bring the action
close up 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® Vario­Sonnar® T* Lens

Carl Zeiss lenses have an advanced optical
multi-layer coating for increased contrast.
This results in vivid image brilliance, true-to­life color saturation and perfect renditions of
subtle tones. The additional T* coating on
the lens further reduces unwanted glare
and flare.

Dolby Digital 5.1ch Recording

The DCR-DVD505 will record in Dolby
Digital 5.1ch surround sound with a built-in
microphone. By recording in 5.1 channel
surround sound you can now experience
your home movies with active sounds
coming from all directions. Enjoy your
personal home movies the way you
experienced them while recording.

3.5" Wide Touch Panel SwivelScreen™
LCD Display (211K Pixels)

The 3.5" Wide (16:9) LCD screen provides
excellent viewing clarity with improved
resolution. The high resolution 211K pixel
LCD screen rotates up to 270 degrees for
multiple viewing angles providing sharp,
detailed images for monitoring or playback,
and the widescreen format makes shooting
in 16:9 mode and composing shots even
easier.

Digital Still Memory Mode with Memory
Stick Duo™

Media

Capture still images up to 2304x1728
resolution, directly onto Memory Stick
Duo™ Media for easy transfer to PCs for
emailing, printing or sharing with other
compatible Memory Stick™ devices.

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Super SteadyShot® Picture Stabilization
System

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 without degradation of video
like some other image stabilization systems.

On Screen Zoom and Record Buttons

For additional control of the camcorder, the
DCR-DVD505 features Zoom and Record
buttons on the frame of the LCD screen.
This allows the user more flexibility when
holding the camcorder, especially in
overhead or low angle shots.

USB 2.0 Interface

USB 2.0 interface provides an easy way to
connect your DVD Handycam Camcorder
to the computer 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.

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One Touch Wide Angle Shooting

Easily switch between 4:3 and 16:9 aspect
ratios for shooting, with just the touch of a
button.

Progressive 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
definition.

Active Interface Shoe

Provides a location directly on the
camcorder to which one may add optional
accessories while providing power and two­way communication with those accessories.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Super NightShot® Infrared System

InfoLithium® Battery with AccuPower™
Meter System

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Manual Focus

Program AE (Auto Exposure) Modes

Picture Effects

Fader Effects

Battery Information

Easy Handycam Button

Picture Package™ Software

DCR-

DVD505

DVD Handycam® Camcorder

Sony Electronics Inc. •

16530 Via Esprillo

• San Diego, CA 92127 • 1-800-222-7669 • www.sony.com

Last Updated: 01/13/2006

1. Battery life may vary depending upon usage patterns. Designed for use with compatible Sony InfoLithium®
batteries.

2. Playback on all home DVD players, computers, DVD drives, and PlayStation® 2 consoles cannot be
guaranteed. Some players drives, and video game consoles lack the ability to read due to the optical
reflection standard of DVD-R/RW disks and/or due to encoding incompatibilities. Refer to the
specifications of your playback equipment for additional compatibility information.

3. Image size and files size may vary based upon the type and complexity of the image recorded.

4. Not all products with USB 2.0 connector may communicate with each other due to chipset variations.

5. Available storage capacity of Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO media may vary. A portion of the
memory is used for data management functions. Actual available memory in MBs is: 8=7.5, 16=15, 32=30,
64=61, 128=123, 256=220, 512=460, 1GB=940, 2GB=1.85GB.

6.Use of Sony DVD

-R/-RW/ RW Media recommended. For third party media, confirm compatibility with

manufacturer.

©2006 Sony Electronics Inc.
Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. Sony,
AccuPower, Advanced HAD, Handycam, InfoLithium, Memory Stick, the Memory Stick logo, Memory Stick
Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, NightShot, Picture Package, Remote Commander, SteadyShot, SwivelScreen,
and worryfreedigital are trademarks of Sony. Carl Zeiss and Vario-Sonnar are trademarks of Carl Zeiss.
PictBridge is a trademark of CIPA. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation. Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. All other trademarks are property
of their respective owners.
Features and specifications subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are
approximate.

Please visit the Dealer Network for more information at

www.sony.com/dn

Specifications

General

Imaging Device:

1/3" ClearVID

™ CMOS Sensor

Pixel Gross:

2100K

Recording Media: 8cm DVD (DVD-R/DVD

-

RW/DVD+RW)

Recording and Playback Times:

HQ: 20 min.,

SP: 30 min., LP 60 min.

Video Actual:

1990K

Still Actual:

3000K Pixels

Convenience

USB Streaming: N/A
SteadyShot® Image Stabilization: Yes ( Super;

Electronic)

Accessory Shoe:

Active Interface Shoe

White Balance:

Auto, Indoor, One-push, Outdoor

Memory Stick PRO

™ Media Compatibility:

Tested to support up to 2GB media capacity;
does not support high speed transfer function;
does not support Access Control security
function.

Still Image Mode(s): JPEG
Minimum Illumination:

3 Lux (0 Lux with Super

NightShot

® Infrared System)

Low Light Capability:

Super NightShot

® System

Inputs and Outputs

Analog Audio/Video Input(s): Yes (Multi A/V)
Analog Audio/Video Output(s): Yes (Multi A/V)
Digital Audio/Video Input(s): Yes (via USB)
Digital Audio/Video Output(s): Yes (via USB)
USB Port(s):

Yes (2.0 compliant)

i.LINK®

Interface:

N/A

Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s): N/A
Headphone Jack:

N/A

Microphone Input: Yes (thru Active Interface

Shoe)

Remote Jack:

Yes (Mini Plug)

S-Video Input(s):

Yes (optional accessory)

S-Video Output(s):

Yes (optional accessory)

Hardware

LCD:

3.5" (211K Pixels Wide 16:9 Touch Panel

SwivelScreen™

LCD Display)-

Clear Photo LCD

Plus

Lens Type:

Carl Zeiss

® Vario-Sonnar® T*

Viewfinder:

Color (123K Pixels)

Docking Station: N/A
Microphone: Yes (Built-in 5.1 Channel)

Optics

35mm Equivalent:

41.3-485(16:9 Camera Mode),

37.9-445mm (4:3 Camera Mode), 40.4-404mm
(16:9 Memory Mode), 37-370mm (4:3 Memory
Mode)

Aperture:

f1.8-f2.9

Exposure:

Touch Panel (24 steps)

Filter Diameter:

30mm

Focal Distance:

5.1-51mm

Focus:

Full Range Auto, Manual (Touch Panel)

Progressive Shutter Mode: Yes
Shutter Speed:

Auto, 1/4-1/500(AE Mode)

Optical Zoom:

10X

Digital Zoom:

120X

Power

Power Consumption:

4.2W/4.5W (VF/LCD)

Battery Type:

InfoLithium® with AccuPower

™

Meter System (NP-FP60)

Power Requirements: 7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V

(AC Adaptor)

Service and Warranty Information

Limited Warranty: 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor

Software

Operating System Compatibility: Microsoft®

Windows® 2000 Professional, XP Home, XP
Professional

Supplied Software: Picture Package™ ver. 1.8

and Nero Express 6 (conversion software)

Video

Video Recording System: DVD-Video/DVD

-

VR/DVD+RW Video

Video Signal System:

NTSC color, EIA standards

Analog-to-Digital Converter:

Yes (Signal Convert)

Dimensions

Weight:

1 lb. 6 oz (630g) with Disc and Battery

Measurements:

2 5/8" x 3 5/8 "x 5 7/8" (76 x 92 x

149mm)

Supplied Accessories

Power Adapter/In-Camera Charger (AC-L200)
InfoLithium® Rechargeable Battery (NP-FP60)
Remote Commander Remote Control (RMT-835)
A/V Cable (Stereo)
Picture Pakcage™ Software ver. 1.8 and Nero

Express 6 (conversion software)

USB Cable
Cleaning Cloth

Optional Accessories

DVD Starter Kit (ACC-DVDP2)
Rechargeable InfoLithium

® Batteries (NP

-

FP50/FP71/FP90)

Travel Charger (BC-TRP)
AC Charger & Power Supply (AC-VQP10)
Filter Kit (VF-30CPKXS)
Wide Angle Lens (VCL0630X)
High Grade Wide Angle Lens (VCL-HG0730X)
Tele Conversion Lens (VCL-2030X)
High Grade Tele Conversion Lens (VCL-HG2030)
Video Light (HVL-HL1)
Video Light & Flash (HVL-HFL1)
Tripod (VCT-R640)
Pocket Tripod (VCT-MTK)
Soft Case (LCM-HCF)
Carrying Case (LCS-VA30)
Wireless Bluetooth

™

Microphone with Center

Channel Capability (ECM-HW1)

Stereo Microphone (ECM-HST1)
A/V Cable with S-Video (VMC-30FS)
Sports Pack (SPK-HCB)
High Grade A/V Cable with S-Video (VMC-30FS)

UPC Code:

027242688612