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Technical Details for Hitachi DZ-MV230


Technical Details for Hitachi DZ-MV230 Digital Camcorder
Hitachi DZ-MV230 
Description: Model ID DZMV230 / Hitachi DZ-MV230 - Camcorder - 1.1 Mpix - optical zoom: 12 x - DVD-RAM (8 cm), DVD-R (8cm) - black, silver / The DZ-MV230 is one of a new range from Hitachi of DVD Cameras that are DVD-R compatible. Once you have recorded your footage onto DVD-R using your ... more
Hitachi DZ-MV230 ... camera, you can simply insert the DVD disc into your DVD player to view your recording on screen. As your recording is based on DVD disc and not on tape or tape-based players, the quality of recordings is outstanding. DVD disc is a flexible and portable way of recording and lasts considerably longer than tape.

The massive benefit of the DVD Camera is its flexibility. You can use your camera to record at home, use it as a storage medium, or in the office connected to your PC. Disc Navigation enables you to instantly find what you are looking for, and the editing facility allows you to simply and easily edit your footage such as re-arranging recordings.

The camera features 40 minutes recording in Extra Fine Quality Mode (both sides, 704x480, 3-9Mbps VBR), approximately 60 minutes recording in Fine Quality Mode (both sides, 704x480, 6Mbps CBR) and about 120 minutes recording in Standard Quality Mode.

Technical Details for Hitachi DZ-MV230

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General
Product TypeCamcorder
Width8.2 cm
Depth14.3 cm
Height10.1 cm
Weight0.8 kg
Enclosure ColourBlack, silver
LocalisationEnglish
Main Features
Resolution1.1 Megapixel
Media TypeDVD-RAM (8 cm), DVD-R (8cm)
Media Capacity2.8 GB
Colour SupportColour
Optical Sensor TypeCCD
Total Pixels1,100,000 pixels
Effective Sensor Resolution880,000 pixels
Optical Sensor Size1/4"
Min Illumination0.5 lux
Digital Zoom240 x
Shooting ModesDigital photo mode
Shooting ProgramsSand & snow, spotlight, portrait mode, night mode, sports mode
FadersBlack & white fader, vertical wipe, black fader
Image StabiliserElectronic
Max Shutter Speed1/4000 sec
Min Shutter Speed1/60 sec
Exposure ModesProgramme, automatic
White BalanceAutomatic, presets
Digital Video FormatMPEG-2
Still Image FormatJPEG
Remote ControlRemote control - infrared
Memory / Storage
Image StorageStandard JPEG 1280 x 960 : 1998 - with 2.8GB DVD-RAM disc
Lens System
TypeZoom lens - 4.1 mm - 49.2 mm - f/2.0-2.7
Focal Length4.1 mm - 49.2 mm
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera44 - 528mm
Focus AdjustmentAutomatic, manual
Min Focus Range1 cm
Lens ApertureF/2.0-2.7
Optical Zoom12 x
Zoom AdjustmentMotorised drive
Filter Size37 mm
FeaturesAspherical lens
Additional Features
Self TimerYes
Self Timer Delay10 sec
Edit FunctionsAssemble, insert, divide, combine
Digital Still Camera FunctionYes
Title GeneratorYes
Time CodeYes
Additional FeaturesBuilt-in speaker, backlight compensation, auto power save, date/time stamp
Viewfinder
Viewfinder TypeLCD monitor
Viewfinder Colour SupportBlack & white
Display
TypeLCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.5" - colour
Display Form FactorRotating
Display Format61,000 pixels
Microphone
TypeMicrophone - built-in
Microphone TechnologyElectret condenser
Microphone Operation ModeStereo
Connections
Connector Type1 x microphone
1 x composite video/audio (input/output)
1 x S-Video output
1 x USB
1 x DC power input
Miscellaneous
Included AccessoriesCamcorder shoulder strap, lens cap, PC connection kit
Cables Included1 x A/V cable
Power
Power DevicePower adapter - external
Voltage RequiredAC 100/240 V ± 10% ( 50/60 Hz )
Battery
Supported Battery Details1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery - 1400 mAh ( included )
Run Time (Up To)120 min
Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Support1 year warranty
Service & Support DetailsLimited warranty - 1 year
Environmental Parameters
Min Operating Temperature0 °C
Max Operating Temperature40 °C
 
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