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Technical Details for Sony Handycam DCR-TRV50


Technical Details for Sony Handycam DCR-TRV50 Digital Camcorder
Sony Handycam DCR-TRV50 
Description: Model ID DCR-TRV50 / Sony Handycam DCR-TRV50 - Camcorder - 1.55 Mpix - optical zoom: 10 x - Mini DV - silver / Sony Europe announces the introduction of new high-end DV Handycam within its mini DV family that establishes new standards in image quality, user functions and network ... more
Sony Handycam DCR-TRV50 ... interfacing capabilities. The DCR-TRV50 provides the highest video quality (530 lines) as well as unrivaled photo quality (1, 362 x 1, 020 pixel) available in the mini DV format. This enhanced photo quality allows users to print higher resolution and larger copies of their favorite images.

The DCR-TRV50's superb image capture capabilities are reinforced by market leading PC and remote network interfacing capabilities. This model incorporates Bluetooth wireless communication capabilities connecting the camcorder and other Bluetooth compatible AV/IT devices, specifically mobile telephones. A significant feature for the model is video streaming via the USB port. This feature transforms these camcorders into advanced Webcams within an Internet-based video communication network or alternatively allow PCs without Sony's innovative i.LINK interface to mimic their video streaming capabilities direct to PC.

Technical Details for Sony Handycam DCR-TRV50

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General
Product TypeCamcorder
Width7.2 cm
Depth16.8 cm
Height9.1 cm
Weight0.8 kg
Enclosure ColourSilver
LocalisationEnglish
Main Features
Camcorder Sensor Resolution1.55 Mpix
Camcorder Effective Video Resolution970 Kpix
Media TypeMini DV
Colour SupportColour
Horizontal Resolution530 lines
Optical Sensor TypeCCD
Optical Sensor Size1/4"
Min Illumination0 lux
Digital Zoom120 x
Recording SpeedSP, LP
Shooting ModesNormal movie mode, digital photo mode, frame movie mode
Shooting ProgramsSpotlight, Sunset & Moon, landscape, portrait mode, Beach & Ski, night mode, sports mode
Special EffectsWipe, Still, Sepia, Mosaic, Stretch, Trail, Slim, Pastel, Monotone, Old Movie, Flash Motion, Luminance Key, Negative Art, Strobe
FadersOverlap fader, white fader, random, bounce fader, monotone fader, window wipe, mosaic fader
Image StabiliserElectronic
Max Shutter Speed1/4000 sec
Min Shutter Speed1/4 sec
Exposure ModesProgramme, automatic
White BalanceAutomatic, presets
White Balance PresetsIndoor, outdoor
PCM Digital Sound16bit (48KHz / 2 channels), 12bit (32KHz / 4 channels simultaneously)
Digital Video FormatMPEG EX
Still Image FormatJPEG
Remote ControlRemote control - infrared
Video Capture320 x 240 - 80 sec
160 x 112 - 320 sec
Memory / Storage
Flash Memory1 x 8 MB Flash - Memory Stick
Image StorageStandard 1360 x 1020 : 25 - with 8MB card
Fine 1360 x 1020 : 17 - with 8MB card
Super-fine 1360 x 1020 : 8 - with 8MB card
Standard 640 x 480 : 120 - with 8MB card
Fine 640 x 480 : 80 - with 8MB card
Super-fine 640 x 480 : 40 - with 8MB card
Camera Flash
Camera FlashPop-up flash
Flash ModesFill-in mode, auto mode with red-eye reduction, flash ON mode, auto mode
Red Eye ReductionBuilt-in
Effective Flash Range0.3 m - 2.5 m
Lens System
TypeZoom lens - 4.2 mm - 42 mm - f/1.8-2.2
Focal Length4.2 mm - 42 mm
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera48 - 480mm
Focus AdjustmentAutomatic, manual
Auto FocusTTL contrast detection
Lens ApertureF/1.8-2.2
Optical Zoom10 x
Zoom AdjustmentMotorised drive
Filter Size37 mm
Lens ManufacturerCarl Zeiss
FeaturesLow dispersion glass
Additional Features
DV inputYes
Clock / TimerYes
Edit FunctionsA/V insert, audio dubbing
Low Lux / Night ModeYes
16:9 ModeYes
Digital Still Camera FunctionYes
Photo PreviewYes
Title GeneratorYes
Search ModesDate search, photo search, index search
LP RecordingYes
Wireless ConnectionYes (Bluetooth)
Time CodeYes
Flash TerminalHot shoe
Additional FeaturesTouch-screen control, backlight compensation, progressive scan CCD system, DPOF support, analog to digital conversion with pass through
Viewfinder
Viewfinder TypeLCD monitor
Viewfinder Colour SupportColour
Viewfinder Resolution180,000 pixels
Display
TypeLCD display - TFT active matrix - 3.5" - colour
Display Form FactorRotating (270°)
Display Format246,400 pixels
Microphone
TypeMicrophone - built-in
Microphone TechnologyElectret condenser
Microphone Operation ModeStereo
Connections
Connector Type1 x microphone
1 x headphones
1 x composite video input/output
1 x audio input / output
1 x Control-L (LANC)
1 x S-Video input / output
1 x USB
1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK)
Expansion Slot(s)1 x Memory Stick
Software
SoftwarePIXELA Image Mixer 1.0
Miscellaneous
Included AccessoriesBattery pack, camcorder shoulder strap, lens cap
Cables Included1 x A/V cable
1 x USB cable
Power
Power DevicePower adapter - external
Battery
Supported Battery Details1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery - 1180 mAh ( included )
Run Time (Up To)135 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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