F E A T U R E S
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S T E P - U P F E AT U R E
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3.3 Megapixel (Gross) Advanced HAD™
CCD Imager
1/3" Advanced HAD™ (Hole
Accumulation Diode) CCD
Imager with 2048K (effective) video pixels
provides excellent detail and clarity, for
exceptional digital video performance. Realize
unprecedented digital still images with 3048K
(effective) pixels. The Megapixel technology
enhances your digital videos
(530 lines of
horizontal resolution)
and digital
photography performance.
MiniDV Recording
Offers up to 530 lines of horizontal resolution,
3X color bandwidth (vs. VHS) and significantly
higher S/N ratio, to provide stunning video
performance.
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.
Handycam
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Station
Placing the DCR-PC350 on the supplied
Handycam Station provides a quick and easy
connection between the camcorder and a
TV/VCR for easy viewing, or a USB or i.LINK
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supported computer for video and still image
editing. It also supplies power to the
camcorder for charging the battery.
2.5" Hybrid SwivelScreen™ Touch Panel
LCD Display (123K Pixels)
Provides excellent viewing clarity
with improved resolution. The
123K pixel LCD display makes
images sharp and detailed during playback or
when monitoring recording. The Hybrid
Reflective-Transmissive LCD Screen provides
accurate viewing in sunlight or bright light,
virtually eliminating the “wash-out” common
with traditional LCD Screens.
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Digital Still Memory Mode with Memory
Stick Duo™ Media
Capture digital still images at
2016 x 1512, 1600 x 1200 or
640 x 480 resolution, directly onto
Memory Stick Duo™ Media for easy transfer to
PC’s for emailing, printing, or sharing with other
compatible Memory Stick
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Media devices.
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Professional Quality Carl Zeiss
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Vario-Sonnar
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T* Lens
Carl Zeiss T* lens coatings are among
some of the most advanced multi-
layer coating systems in the world,
resulting in even less glare and flare with
increased contrast. This results in vivid image
brilliance, true-to-life color saturation and
perfect renditions of subtle tones.
Progressive Shutter
Mechanical shutter system that provides
Progressive Scan performance while utilizing
an interlace scanning system. Digital still
images will be sharp and clear with excellent
definition.
Easy Handycam
Using a camcorder can be
intimidating for some people, so
with a press of the Easy Handycam
button, most of the advanced functions of the
camcorder are “locked out” leaving only the
buttons essential for recording operational.
Super NightShot Infrared System and Color
Slow Shutter
With Sony’s NightShot
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Infrared system,
capture video in total darkness (0 lux) up
to 10 feet away. Super NightShot 0 Lux
recording 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.
Analog To Digital Conversion with
Pass-Through
Convert and/or record any analog NTSC video
source to digital video via the analog inputs.
Analog NTSC video can also be passed through
the digital Handycam camcorder directly into a
PC via the i.LINK
®
interface in real-time for
easy PC editing of your analog footage.
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 in the viewfinder.
InfoLithium
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Battery with AccuPower™
Meter System
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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.
Super SteadyShot Image
Stabilization System
An advanced version of Sony’s
SteadyShot
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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.
i.LINK
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* DV Interface (IEEE1394)
A high speed bi-directional digital
video/audio communication between
two compatible devices equipped
with an IEEE1394 interface, including
camcorders, digital VTRs and PCs.
12-Bit/16-Bit PCM Digital Stereo
16-Bit offers the same outstanding sound
quality as compact disc. 12-Bit recording
enables you to add an additional audio track
with compatible audio dubbing equipment or
i.LINK
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* interface compatible computers.
Picture Package™ Software
Easily create fun music videos
with the supplied software.
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DCR-PC350
Digital Handycam
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Camcorder
