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Last Updated: 03/06/2009
DCR-SR300
Hard Disk Drive Camcorder - 40GB2
1. Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage patterns, battery and environmental
conditions. Designed for use with compatible Sony InfoLITHIUM® batteries.
2. 40GB means 40 Billion bytes. Available storage capacity may vary and a portion of the memory is
used for data management functions.
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, 4GB=3.66GB.
6. Viewable area measured diagonally.
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Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, AccuPower, Clear
Photo, ClearVid, DVDirect, Handycam, InfoLITHIUM, like.no.other, Memory Stick, the Memory Stick logo,
Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, NightShot, Remote Commander and SteadyShot, 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. All other
trademarks are property of their respective owners.
Features and specifications subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are
approximate and may vary.
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Specifications
General
Imaging Device:
1/2.9" ClearVid™ CMOS
Sensor
Pixel Gross:
3200K
Recording Media:
40GB Hard Disk Drive,
Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media (sold
separately)
Recording and Playback Times:
HQ: up to 9
hours, SP: up to 14 hours, LP: up to 28
hours
Video Actual:
2280K Pixels (16:9), 1710K Pixels
(4:3)
Still Actual:
2280K Pixels (16:9), 3040K Pixels
(4:3)
Convenience
USB Streaming:
N/A
SteadyShot® Image Stabilization:
Yes
(Optical)
Accessory Shoe:
Yes (Active Interface Shoe)
White Balance:
Auto, Indoor, One-push,
Outdoor
Memory Stick PRO™ Media Compatibility:
Tested to support up to 4GB media
capacity; does not support high speed
transfer function; does not support
Access Control security function.
Still Image Mode(s):
JPEG
Minimum Illumination:
1.5 Lux (0 Lux with
Super NightShot® Infrared System)
Convenience Features
Easy Operation:
Yes
Multiple Language Display:
Yes
Remote Control:
Yes
Slide Show Mode:
Yes
Titling:
Yes
Light/Flash:
N/A / Yes
Scene Mode(s):
Beach, Candle, Fireworks,
Landscape, Portrait, Snow, Spotlight,
Sunrise & Sunset, Twilight and Twilight
Portrait
Picture Effect(s):
Monotone, Sepia, Pastel
Digital Picture Effect(s):
Old Movie
PictBridge Compatible:
Yes
Low Light Capability:
Super NightShot®
Fader Effect(s):
Black & White
Video
Video Recording System:
Non-Removeable
Hard Disk Drive
Analog-to-Digital Converter:
N/A
Format(s) Supported:
MPEG2 (SD)
Video Signal:
NTSC color, EIA standards
Inputs and Outputs
Analog Audio/Video Input(s):
N/A
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 (Handycam
Station)
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):
N/A
2
4
S-Video Output(s):
Yes (optional accessory)
HDMI™ Connection Output(s):
N/A
Active Interface Shoe:
Yes
Display
LCD Screen:
2.7" (211K Pixels) Wide (16:9)
Touch Panel - Clear Photo LCD Plus™
Hardware
Viewfinder:
N/A
Docking Station:
Yes (Handycam Station®)
Microphone:
Yes (Built-in; 5.1ch)
Optics/Lens
35mm Equivalent:
40-400mm (16:9 Camera
Mode), 49-490mm (4:3 Camera Mode),
40-400mm (16:9 Memory Mode), 37-
370mm (4:3 Memory Mode)
Aperture:
f1.8-2.9
Exposure:
Touch Panel (32 steps)
Filter Diameter:
37mm
Focal Distance:
5.4-54mm; Telemacro Mode
- 450mm
Focus:
Full Range Auto, Manual (Touch
Panel)
Progressive Shutter Mode:
Yes
Shutter Speed:
Auto, 1/2-1/500(Scene
Selection Mode)
Optical Zoom:
10X
Digital Zoom:
20X
Resolution:
3MP
Lens Type:
Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T
Power
Power Consumption:
4.3W (LCD)
Battery Type:
InfoLITHIUM® with AccuPower™
Meter System (NP-FH60)
Power Requirements:
7.2V (battery pack);
8.4V (AC Adaptor)
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty Term:
1 Year Parts; 90 Days
Labor
Software
Operating System Compatibility:
Microsoft®
Windows® 2000 Professional, XP Home, XP
Professional
Supplied Software:
Picture Motion Browser
Dimensions
Weight:
1 lb 3 oz (560g) with supplied battery
Measurements:
3" x 3 1/8" x 5 1/8" (76 x 78 x
128mm)
Supplied Accessories
Power Adapter/In-Camera Charger (AC-
L200)
InfoLITHIUM® Rechargeable Battery (NP-FH60)
Handycam Station
Remote Commander® Remote Control
(RMT-835)
A/V Cable (Stereo)
USB Cable
Cleaning Cloth
Enjoy Handycam DVD
UPC Code:
027242712423
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