Sony Handycam DCR-DVD300 Brochure
1/4.7" 1.0 Megapixel Advanced HAD™
CCD Imager
1/4.7" 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
in HQ Mode) and still image performance.
Realize great looking digital still images
with 1,000K (effective) pixels.
DVD1Format Video Recording
The DVD recording format delivers digital
video and sound quality comparable to
that of MiniDV. Playback of the DVD
media is simple and convenient. After
finalizing the disc in the camcorder, the
DVD disc will playback in most compatible
DVD Players, computers and even
PlayStation
®
2 video game consoles.
Professional Quality Carl Zeiss
®
Vario-Sonnar®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.
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.
➤
3.5" SwivelScreen™ LCD Display
(123K Pixels)
Provides excellent viewing clarity with
improved resolution. The 123K pixels LCD
rotates up to 270-degrees for multiple
viewing angles providing sharp detailed
images for monitoring or playback.
Color Viewfinder
Provides a clear, color view of
subjects and makes spotting
and/or following subjects easier.
Digital Still Memory Mode
Digital Still Memory Mode captures
high quality still images at
1152 x 864
,
and 640 x 480 resolution directly to
DVD-R or DVD-RW media. Images are stored
in the JPEG format providing easy transfer to
PCs for emailing, printing, or sharing with
family and friends.
Visual Index Screen
Shows thumbnail images of movies and
still images when playing back on your
camcorder or DVD player, making scene
selection easier.
USB 2.0 Interface
USB 2.0 interface provides an
easy way to connect your DVD
Handycam camcorder to
computers for fast transfer of video and
still images for editing. The camcorder
can also be used as an external DVD
burner, convenient for making copies of
your DVDs or burning edited movies.
Super NightShot Infrared System and
Color Slow Shutter
With Super NightShot infrared
system capture video in total
darkness (0 lux) up to 10 feet
away. Super NightShot mode automatically
adjusts the shutter speed to increase
picture brightness and clarity. Color Slow
Shutter mode allows you to record in low
light situations with full color detail by
slowing down the shutter speed.
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.
Progressive Shutter System
A mechanical shutter system that
provides progressive scan performance,
while utilizing an interlaced scanning
system. Digital images will be sharp and
clear with excellent definition.
AE (Auto Exposure) Bracketing
The camcorder shoots 3
images at different exposure
levels with a press of the
photo button.
Burst Mode
Capture up to 4 images at
1152 x 864 resolution, or 12
images at 640 x 480
resolution consecutively, perfect for
capturing fast action.
Analog Inputs
Record any analog NTSC source to digital
video via the analog inputs. Perfect for
archiving analog tape recordings. This
recorded video can then be edited on
your computer.
InfoLithium®Battery with AccuPower™
Meter System
Charge the battery at any
time because unlike NiCad
(Nickel Cadmium) batteries Sony’s
rechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries are not
subjected to a life shortening “memory
effect”. Sony’s exclusive AccuPower™ meter
displays the battery time remaining in
minutes, in the viewfinder or the LCD screen.
Battery Information
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 Recording Time Available is displayed
in minutes, on either the LCD screen or
viewfinder.
Intelligent Accessory 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.
FEATURES
DCR-DVD300
DVD
Handycam
®
Camcorder
1
DVD-R/RW discs recorded by Sony DVD Handycam Camcorders are designed to be compatible with and may be played
back on most home DVD players, computer DVD drives and PlayStation
®
2 video game consoles sold in the U.S.*
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
SPECIFICATIONS
Date/Time Display
Digital Picture Effects
Disc Titling
Dolby Digital
®
AC-3 (2 Channel)
Stereo Audio Recording
EXIF 2.2
Exposure Control
Fader Modes
Manual Focus
Microphone Jack
Picture Effect Modes
Playback Zoom
Program AE (Auto Exposure)
Modes
White Balance Adjustment
World Clock
*Playback on all home DVD players, computer 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 discs and/or due to encoding incompatibilities. Refer to the specifications of your playback
equipment for additional compatibility information.
2
Battery life may vary depending on usage patterns.
©2003 Sony Electronics Inc.
Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved.
Sony, AccuPower, Advanced HAD, Handycam, i.LINK, InfoLithium, NightShot, PlayStation, Remote
Commander, SteadyShot, SwivelScreen and Worry Free are trademarks of Sony. Carl Zeiss and VarioSonnar are trademarks of Carl Zeiss. Dolby Digital is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corp.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are
property of their respective owners. Features and specifications subject to change without notice.
Non-metric weights and measures are approximate.
ACC-DVDM DVD Handycam
Camcorder Starter Kit
AC-SQ950D AC/DC Quick Charger
for super quick batteries
NP-QM71D/91D Super Quick
High Capacity InfoLithium
®
Batteries
NP-FM50/FM70/FM90 High
Capacity InfoLithium Batteries
DMR30/60DS DVD-R Media
DMW30/60DS DVD-RW Media
VF-30NK Neutral Density Filter
Kit
HVL-F1000 Flash
VCT-870RM Remote Control
Tripod
ECM-MSD1 High Fidelity Stereo
Microphone
VCL-HG2030 High Grade
Telephoto Lens
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DCR-DVD300
Imaging Device: 1/4.7", 1070K Gross Pixels, Advanced HAD™ CCD
Video Actual: 690K Pixels
Still Actual: 1000K Pixels
F: 1.8-2.0
Focal Distance: 3.7-37mm
35mm Conversion: 50-500mm (Camera Mode)
42-420mm (Memory Mode)
Filter Diameter: 30mm
Optical Zoom: 10X
Digital Zoom: 120X
Focusing: Full Range Auto/Manual (Dial)
Minimum Illumination: 7 Lux (0 Lux with NightShot
®
Infrared System)
NightShot®Infrared System: Super NightShot, Color Slow Shutter
Shutter Speed: Auto, 1/4-1/4000 (Program AE)
Memory Mode: Yes, 1152 x 864, 640 x 480
Viewfinder: Color (113K)
LCD: 2.5" Color (123K)
Intelligent Accessory Shoe: Yes
Video Input/Output: Yes/Yes (Mini & S-Video)
Audio Input/Output: Yes/Yes (Stereo, Special)
i.LINK®Interface (IEEE1394): N/A
USB Interface: Yes (High-Speed 2.0 Capable)
USB Streaming: N/A
Headphone Jack: N/A
Mic-Input: Yes (Stereo)
White Balance: Auto/Outdoor/Indoor/Hold (Menu)
Exposure: Yes, Dial (24 Steps)
Power Consumption (VF/LCD/VF+LCD): 6.0W/7.2W/7.4W
Software OS Compatibility: Microsoft®Windows®Me, 2000
Professional, XP Home/Professional
Operating Systems
Dimensions (WHD): 3 1/8" x 3 3/4 x 5 5/8" (79mm x 94mm x 142mm)
Weight: 1 lb. 9 oz (710g) without disc and battery
Supplied Accessories: AC-L15A Power Adaptor/In Camera Charger,
NP-FM50 InfoLithium Rechargeable Battery, RMT-820
Wireless Remote Commander
®
Remote Control, 2 AA
Batteries, Stereo A/V Cable, Lens Cap, Cleaning Cloth, Blank
DVD-R Media, USB Cable, CD-ROM with USB Driver
SPVD-0011 (Pixela ImageMixer™ Software Ver. 1.5 for Sony)
Battery
2
Rec Time
Playback Time
(Fully charged) VF/LCD/VF+LCD LCD On/Off
NP-FM50 75/65/60 min 75/100 min
NP-FM70 170/145/135 min 170/210 min
NP-FM90 255/215/210 min 255/325 min
NP-FM91 295/245/240 min 295/375 min
NP-QM71/71D 195/160/160 min 195/245 min
NP-QM91/91D 295/245/240 min 295/375 min
BATTERY LIFE
HQ (High Quality) Approximately 20 minutes
SP (Standard Play) Approximately 30 minutes
LP (Long Play) Approximately 60 minutes
RECORD TIMES
(Single Sided Discs)
STILL IMAGE MODE (Approx)
Resolution DVD-R DVD-RW VR Mode
(Fine/Standard) (Fine/Standard) (Fine/Standard)
1152 x 864 2150/4100 2250/4350 2300/4400
640 x 480 5100/8200 5400/8700 5500/8800
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