DCR-DVD205
DVD Handycam® Camcorder
Sony Electronics Inc. • 16530 Via Esprillo • San Diego, CA 92127 • 1-800-222-7669 • www.sony.com
Last Updated: 12/22/2005
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.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, i.LINK, InfoLithium, 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:
1/5.5" CCD
Pixel Gross:
1070K
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:
690K Pixels
Still Actual:
1000K Pixels
Convenience
USB Streaming:
N/A
SteadyShot® Image Stabilization:
Yes
( Super; Electronic)
Accessory Shoe:
N/A
White Balance:
Auto, Indoor, One-push,
Outdoor
Memory Stick PRO™ Media
Compatibility:
N/A
Still Image Mode(s):
JPEG
Minimum Illumination:
7 Lux (0 Lux with
Super NightShot® Plus Infrared System)
Low Light Capability:
Super NightShot®
Plus
Inputs and Outputs
Analog Audio/Video Input(s):
N/A
Analog Audio/Video Output(s):
Yes (Multi
A/V)
Digital Audio/Video Input(s):
N/A
Digital Audio/Video Output(s):
N/A
USB Port(s):
N/A
i.LINK® Interface:
N/A
Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s):
N/A
Headphone Jack:
N/A
Microphone Input:
N/A
Remote Jack:
Yes (Mini Plug)
S-Video Input(s):
N/A
S-Video Output(s):
Yes (optional accessory)
Hardware
LCD:
2.7" (123K Pixels Wide 16:9 Touch
Panel SwivelScreen™ LCD Display)
Lens Type:
Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar®
Viewfinder:
Color (123K Pixels)
Docking Station:
N/A
Microphone:
Yes (Built-in)
Optics
35mm Equivalent:
46-628.5mm (16:9
Camera Mode), 48-576mm (4:3 Camera
Mode), 43.6-523.2mm (16:9 Memory
Mode), 40-480mm (4:3 Memory Mode)
Aperture:
f1.8-f2.5
Exposure:
Touch Panel (24 steps)
Filter Diameter:
25mm
Focal Distance:
3.0-36mm
Focus:
Full Range Auto, Manual (Touch
Panel)
Progressive Shutter Mode:
Yes
Shutter Speed:
Auto, 1/4-1/4000 (AE
Mode)
Optical Zoom:
12X
Digital Zoom:
800X
Power
Power Consumption:
3.0W/3.4W (VF/LCD)
Battery Type:
InfoLithium® with
AccuPower™ Meter System (NP-FP50)
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:
Nero Express 6
Video
Video Recording System:
DVD-
Video/DVD-VR/DVD+RW Video
Video Signal System:
NTSC color, EIA
standards
Analog-to-Digital Converter:
N/A
Dimensions
Weight:
1 lb. 1 oz (470g) with Disc and
Battery
Measurements:
2 1/5" x 3 7/15" x 5
1/13" (56mm x 88mm x 129mm)
Supplied Accessories
Power Adapter/In-Camera Charger (AC-
L25)
InfoLithium® Rechargeable Battery (NP-
FP50)
Stereo A/V Cable
Lens Cap
Nero Express 6 (Conversion Software)
Cleaning Cloth
Optional Accessories
DVD Camcorder Starter Kit (ACC-DVDP2)
High Capacity InfoLithium™ Batteries (NP-
FP50/71/90)
Travel Charger (BC-TRP)
Carrying Case (LCM-HCG)
Carrying Case (LCS-VA30)
Wide Angle Lens (VCL-0625X)
High Grade Wide Angle Lens (VCL-
HG0725X)
Telephoto Lens (VCL-2025S)
High-Grade Telephoto Lens (VCL-HG2025)
Filter Kit (VF-25CPKXS)
A/V Cable with S-Video (VMC-30FS)
Infrared Light (HVL-IRM)
Pocket Tripod (VCT-MTK)
Lightweight Tripod (VCT-R640)
SportsPack (SPK-HCB)
High Grade A/V Cable with S-Video (VMC-
30FS)
UPC Code:
000000000000