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Sony DCR-HC48 MiniDV Handycam Camcorder - DCR-HC48

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Sony DCR-HC48 MiniDV Handycam Camcorder - DCR-HC48
Sony DCR-HC48 MiniDV Handycam Camcorder - DCRHC48/ 25x Optical Zoom/ 2000x Digital Zoom/ 2.7" Wide Hybrid Touch Panel LCD Display/ Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens/ Super SteadyShot Image Stabilization/ Super Night Shot Plus Technology/ Built-In Memory Stick Duo Media Slot
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Sony DCR-HC48 MiniDV Handycam Camcorder - DCRHC48

With a 1 megapixel CCD, the DCR-HC48 MiniDV Handycam® camcorder captures every detail of every frame. And you’ll get everything in the frame with the 25x optical/2000x digital zoom through the Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar® Lens. The 2.7”2 wide hybrid touch panel LCD displays your video in vivid detail while allowing you to easily control the camcorder’s features. You even have better control over your video clarity with Super SteadyShot® image stabilization and Super NightShot® Plus. And with the built-in Memory Stick Duo™ media slot and the supplied Handycam® Station, it’s quick and simple to share everything you’ve recorded.

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Features:

 

 

 

 

1.0 Megapixel (Gross) Advanced HAD™ CCD Imager
1/6” Advanced HAD™ (Hole Accumulation Diode) CCD with 690K (effective) pixels provides stunning detail and clarity with exceptional video (up to 520 lines of horizontal resolution) and still image performance. The Megapixel technology enhances your digital videos and digital still photography performance.

MiniDV Recording
The DCR-HC48 offers up to 520 lines of horizontal resolution, 3X the color bandwidth and a significantly higher signal/noise ratio, to provide spectacular video performance.

25X 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.

Professional Quality Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar® Lens
Carl Zeiss lenses have an advanced optical multi-layer coating that offers less glare and flare with increased contrast. This results in vivid image brilliance, true-to-life color saturation and perfect renditions of subtle tones.

2.7” Wide (16:9) Touch Panel Hybrid LCD Display2 (123K Pixels)
The touch panel screen provides excellent viewing clarity for both 16:9 and 4:3 aspect ratios with improved resolution. The high resolution 123K pixel LCD screen rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles providing sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback.

One Touch Wide Angle Shooting
Easily switch between 16:9 and 4:3 aspect ratios with just the touch of a button.

Super SteadyShot® Picture Stabilization System
The picture stabilization system uses motion sensors to detect and compensate for camera “shake” without compromising picture quality like some other digital stabilization systems.

Handycam® Station
The supplied Handycam Station cradle provides quick and easy connections to a compatible TV for viewing or to a PC for editing and sharing video. Just placing the camcorder on the Handycam Station instantly makes the connections. No need to search for cables or wires when charging or playing back.

InfoLithium® Battery with AccuPower™ Meter System
Charge the battery at anytime because unlike NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries, Sony's rechargeable lithium ion batteries are not subject to a life shortening “memory effect.” The exclusive AccuPower™ meter displays the battery time remaining in minutes, in either the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.

i.LINK® DV Interface2
The i.LINK DV interface provides a digital high-speed, bi-directional interface which enables audio/video communication between two compatible devices. This connection allows for pure digital transfer between devices equipped with an IEEE1394 interface, such as camcorders, digital VTRs, capture cards and PCs.

Digital Still Memory Mode with Memory Stick Duo® Media3
Capture still images up to 1152x864 resolution directly onto Memory Stick Duo™ Media for easy transfer to PCs for e-mailing, printing, or sharing with other compatible Memory Stick™ devices.

Tele Macro Function
This functionality is useful for shooting close-up shots without having the camcorder casting a shadow on the subject. Images shot in the Tele Macro mode will have the subject properly focused with the background unfocused so that the subject stands out.

Manual Focus
With manual focus, you can manually adjust the focus of the camcorder using the touch panel. Manual focusing also allows you 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.

Super NightShot® Plus Infrared System
With Super NightShot Plus Infrared System you can capture natural looking video, even when shooting in low light. Record subjects up to 20 feet away using the built-in infrared system, but without the overall monochrome color common with earlier low-light recording systems.

On Screen Zoom and Record Controls
For additional control of the camcorder, the DCR-HC48 features zoom and record buttons on the frame of the LCD screen. This allows the user more flexibility when holding the camcorder, especially in overhead or low angle shots.

Stamina® Battery Power Management System
Using the optional NP-FH1000 InfoLithium® battery, the DCR-HC48 can continuously record for up to 10 hours (viewfinder) or up to 9 hours (LCD) on a single full charge, providing extra long battery life1.

 

Additional Features:

  • Scene Selection Modes
  • Picture Effects
  • Fader
  • USB Streaming
  • Easy Handycam Button
  • Battery Information
  • Picture Motion Browser (View Demo)

Package Content:

  • Power Adapter/In-Camera Charger (AC-L200)
  • InfoLithium® Rechargeable Battery (NP-FH40)
  • Handycam® Station (DRCA-C155)
  • Remote Commander® Remote Control (RMT-831)
  • Stereo AV Cable
  • USB Cable
  • Application Software
  • Enjoy Handycam DVD

Specifications:

  • General
    • Imaging Device: 1/6" CCD
    • Pixel Gross: 1070K
    • Recording Media: MiniDV Cassette, Memory Stick
    • Duo™ Media, Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media
    • Recording and Playback Times: SP: 60 min., LP: 90 min.
    • Video Actual: 670K Pixels (16:9), 690K Pixels (4:3)
    • Still Actual: 750K Pixels (16:9), 1000K Pixels (4:3)
  • Convenience
    • USB Streaming: Yes
    • SteadyShot® Image Stabilization: Yes (Super; Electronic)
    • 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: 4 Lux (0 Lux with Super NightShot® Plus Infrared System)
    • Low Light Capability: Super NightShot® Plus system
  • Convenience Features
    • Easy Operation: Yes
    • Fader Effects: Black, Dot, Monotone, Mosaic, Overlap, White, Wipe
    • Multiple Language Display: Yes
    • Remote Control: Yes
    • Titling: Yes (use cassette with memory)
    • Movie Mode(s): MPEG
    • Scene Mode(s): Beach, Candle, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait, Snow, Sports Lesson, Spotlight, Sunrise & Sunset and Twilight
    • Picture Effect(s): Monotone, Mosaic, Negative Art, Pastel, Sepia, Solarization
    • Digital Picture Effect(s): Flash Motion, Luminance, Old Movie, Slow Shutter, Still, Trail
    • PictBridge Compatible: Yes
  • Inputs and Outputs
    • Analog Audio/Video Output(s): Yes (Multi A/V)
    • Digital Audio/Video Input(s): Yes (via i.LINK®)
    • Digital Audio/Video Output(s): Yes (via i.LINK®)
    • USB Port(s): Yes (1.1 compliant on Handycam® Station)
    • i.LINK® Interface: Yes (on Handycam® Station)
    • S-Video Output(s): Yes (optional accessory)
  • Hardware
    • LCD: 2.7" (123K Pixels) Wide (16:9) Touch Panel Hybrid LCD Display
    • Lens Type: Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar®
    • Viewfinder: Color (123K Pixels)
    • Docking Station: Yes (Handycam® Station)
    • Microphone: Yes (Built-in; Stereo)
  • Optics/Lens
    • 35mm Equivalent: 41 - 1189mm (16:9 Camera Mode), 43 - 1075mm (4:3 Camera Mode), 39 - 975mm (16:9 Memory Mode), 36 - 900mm (4:3 Memory Mode)
    • Aperture: f1.8 - 3.2
    • Exposure: Touch Panel (24 steps)
    • Filter Diameter: 30mm
    • Focal Distance: 2.5 - 62.5mm; Telemacro - 390mm
    • Focus: Full Range Auto, Manual (Touch Panel)
    • Shutter Speed: Auto, 1/2-1/4000 (Scene Selection Mode)
    • Optical Zoom: 25X
    • Digital Zoom: 2000X
  • Power
    • Power Consumption: 2.5W/2.8W (VF/LCD)
    • Battery Type: InfoLithium® with AccuPower™ Meter System (NP-FH40)
    • Power Requirements: 7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)
  • Software
    • Operating System Compatibility: Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional, XP Home, XP Professional
    • Supplied Software: Picture Motion Browser ver. 2.0
  • Video
    • Video Recording System: 2 Rotary Heads, Helical Scanning System
    • Video Signal System: NTSC color, EIA standards

Approximate Dimensions:

  • Width: 2-1/2" (63mm)
  • Height: 3-3/8" (85mm)
  • Depth: 4-5/8" (115mm)

Approximate Weight:

  • Unit (with Tape and Battery): 1 lb
  • Shipping: 2 lbs

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Warranty Information:

  • Manufacturers Warranty (authorized online retailer):
    • Labor: 90 Days
    • Parts: One Year

Manufacturers Model Number: DCR-HC48

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PRODUCT REVIEW SUMMARY
Average Customer Rating:
(based on 4 review)
Customers most agreed on the following attributes:
Pros: Great Picture Quality (4), Durable (3), Great Features (3), Simple Controls (3)
Best Uses: Travel (3)
Describe Yourself: Hobbyist/Enthusiast (3)
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REVIEWED BY 4 CUSTOMERS
Displaying Reviews 1 - 4 of 4
Best Camera Ever!
By Laura Dora from CT on 10/12/2007.
Pros: Great Picture Quality, Great Features, Great Sound, Simple Controls, Versatile, Freaking Amazing, Comfortable to Operate, Durable
Describe Yourself: Hobbyist/Enthusiast
How long have you owned it: More than six months
Best Uses: Professional Work, Travel, Special Events, Casual Use, Family, Movies/Short Films, Sports
I found that it was extremely easy to use so if i have to film for long periods of time it wasnt uncomfortable, and it is just a joy ot use.
Great camcorder - BUT you should know...
By Steve from Larchmont, NY on 06/26/2007.
Pros: Great Picture Quality, Great Features
Describe Yourself: Hobbyist/Enthusiast
This is a great camcorder, as you would expect from SONY. The only comment that I would like to make is that you cannot transfer video using the included USB cable to your Windows computer. (You can only transfer images via USB.) You must purchase a firewire cable in order to transfer video from the camcorder to the computer, and of course your computer must have a firewire port. It took 3 tech support reps to finally figure out why I could not transfer video to my computer, and the documentation is clearly inadequate. Other than this, I am happy with this product.
Pretty cool
By PetDog from Durango, CO on 03/30/2007.
Describe Yourself: Casual user
Pros: Great Picture Quality, Durable, Simple Controls
Cons: Inadequate Features
Best Uses: Office, Home, Travel
Works well and easy to use.
HC48 is rocking!!
By Vivek from Durham,NC on 03/16/2007.
Pros: Great Features, Durable, Simple Controls, Great Picture Quality
Describe Yourself: Hobbyist/Enthusiast, Casual user
Best Uses: Special Events, Travel, Home
Sony HC-48 Mini DV is far advanced than HC-46 in features and performance. I am really impressed with this mini dv cam. Sony has done a gud job
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