The DCR-HC52 miniDV Handycam(R) camcorder is a high quality, versatile, and highly capable device. The Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens and Super SteadyShot(R) image stabilization... more
hands. The Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar® Lens and Super SteadyShot® image stabilization capture clear, sharp video. Powerful 40x optical/2000x digital zoom brings you close to the action, and Super NightShot® Plus technology keeps your video bright when shooting in dimly lit environments. The 2.5 in. touch panel SwivelScreen" LCD display puts control of everything at your fingertips, or use the Easy Handycam button to simplify your recording options when the action just wont wait. Includes InfoLITHIUM® rechargeable battery and power adapter/charger, multi A/V cable and Enjoy Handycam DVD. CLICK HERE for Product Brochure (464kb PDF)
device. Boasting a strong zoom lens and vivid color reproduction, this camcorder delivers what you need to capture those memorable events. The Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens and Super SteadyShot image stabilization capture clear, sharp video. Powerful 40x optical / 2000x digital zoom brings you close to the action, and the 2.5" touch panel SwivelScreen LCD display puts control of everything at your fingertips.
device. Boasting a strong zoom lens and vivid color reproduction this camcorder delivers what you need to capture those memorable events. The Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens and Super SteadyShot image stabilization capture clear sharp video. Powerful 40x optical/2000x digital zoom brings you close to the action and the 2.5" touch panel SwivelScreen LCD display puts control of everything at your fingertips. 1/6" Advanced HAD CCD Imager 680K Pixels (Gross) 1/6" Advanced HAD (Hole Accumulation Diode) CCD with 340K (effective) pixels provides stunning detail and clarity with exceptional video (up to 500 lines of horizontal resolution) and still image performance. 40X Optical / 2000X 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. 2.5" Touch Panel SwivelScreen LCD Display (123K Pixels) The 2.5" LCD screen provides exceptional viewing clarity with 123K pixels resolution. The display rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles as well as provides sharp detailed images for monitoring or playback. Professional Quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lenses are designed specifically for compact camcorders and utilize precision ground optics to maintain the sharpness and contrast found with larger lenses. i.LINK Interface (IEEE1394) Quickly transfer images from the camcorder to compatible devices equipped with an IEEE1394 interface including camcorders digital VCRs and PCs using this high speed bi-directional digital video/audio connection. InfoLITHIUM Battery with AccuPower Meter System Unlike NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries Sony's rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries are not subjected to a life shortening "Memory Effect " so you're free to charge the battery at any time. Additionally Sony's exclusive AccuPower meter displays the battery time remaining in minutes in either the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. Stamina Battery Power Management System When using the Sony InfoLITHIUM Battery the Stamina Battery Power Management System helps the camcorder prolong battery life for extra long continuous recording times from a single charge. Easy Handycam Button Using a camcorder can be intimidating for some people. With a press of the Easy Handycam Button most of the advanced features of the camcorder are "locked out " letting you focus only the buttons essential for recording. Fader Effects Enhance your personal videos by adding professional looking fader effects. Choose from Black and White. Manual Focus Manually adjust the focus of the camcorder using the touch panel. Manual focusing also allows the user to control the focus in difficult situations where either the environment or the subject does not allow the camcorder's auto focus to perform optimally such as when shooting through a window or in a crowded environment. Multi-Language Menu Change the menu display from English to English (Simplified) Canadian French Latin American Spanish or Brazilian Portuguese NightShot Plus Infrared System In low-light environments the NightShot Plus Infrared System lets you shoot color video with a less greenish tint than previous infrared systems. Picture Effects Get creative when recording or playing back your videos with Sony's Picture Effect Modes. Effects available in Camera mode: Monotone Pastel and Sepia. Effects available in Playback mode: Monotone Pastel and Sepia. Scene Selection Modes Scene Selection modes make recording easy even when filming in challenging situations. Choose from Beach Candle Fireworks Landscape Portrait Sports Lesson Spotlight and
Optical Sensor / Optical Sensor Type: Advanced HAD CCD
Optical Sensor / Optical Sensor Size: 1/6''
Lens System / Max Focal Length: 0.076
Digital Zoom: 2000 x
Optical System / Image Stabilizer: Optical
Video Input / Media Type: Mini DV
Remote Control: With remote control
Display (Projector) / Diagonal Size: 2.5
Display (Projector) / Display Form Factor: Rotating (270°)
Audio Input / Microphone Operation Mode: Stereo
Manufacturer's product description
The DCR-HC52 miniDV Handycam(R) camcorder is a high quality, versatile, and highly capable device. The Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens and Super SteadyShot(R) image stabilization capture clear, sharp video. Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lenses are designed specifically for compact camcorders, and utilize precision ground optics to maintain the sharpness and contrast found with larger lenses.