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    Sony DCR-HC36 CamcorderMoving ahead in the pursuit of excellence for technology, Sony has always been nurturing latest innovations; the latest member to Sony’s family of camcorders is the Sony DCR-HC36. This MiniDV Handycam® camcorder provides high-end digital imaging features for an affordable price of around $400.

    No shuddering images now! The camcorder features a Super SteadyShot® picture stabilization system that uses motion sensors to detect and correct camera “shake” thus rendering smoother video recording. Few of the picked up features from the featured loaded pool of this camcorder are Super NightShot® infrared system, LINK®1 DV interface and Tele Macro Mode zoom. The Super NightShot® infrared system makes it possible for you to capture natural looking video even in low light conditions. LINK®1 DV interface supports a connection from the camcorder to a variety of compatible devices and Tele Macro Mode zooms also add to the features by providing a an enhancement above the conventional zoom. With USB Streaming connectivity support one can easily sync with PC and can also broadcast live video to family and friends.

    The Sony DCR-HC36 comes with a Memory Stick Duo media slot and supplied remote. Sony planned the camcorder to be available in February for an estimated price of $400. www.sony.com.

    Sony DCR-HC36 Camcorder Features Included:

  • 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.
  • MiniDV Recording: Offers up to 500 lines of horizontal resolution, 3X the color bandwidth and a significantly higher signal/noise ratio, to provide spectacular video performance.
  • 20X Optical/800X 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.
  • Super SteadyShot® Picture Stabilization System: Picture stabilization system that uses motion sensors to detect and compensate for camera “shake” without compromising picture quality like some other digital stabilization systems.
  • 2.5" Touch Panel SwivelScreen™ LCD Display (123K Pixels): Provides excellent viewing clarity 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.
  • Battery Information: At the touch of a button, battery information is displayed on the LCD screen when charging and when the camcorder is turned off. The display will show how much the battery is charged, in 10% increments and the recordable time left when using the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.
  • Digital Still Memory Mode with Memory Stick Duo™ Media: Capture still images at 640x480 resolution, directly onto Memory Stick Duo™ Media for easy transfer to PCs for emailing, printing or sharing with other compatible Memory Stick™ devices.
  • Easy Handycam® Button: Using a camcorder can be intimidating for some people, so with a press of the Easy Handycam® button, most of the advanced features of the camcorder are “locked out” leaving only the buttons essential for recording operational.
  • End Search: Automatically advances the video tape to the last 5 seconds of the recorded scene. This prevents accidentally recording over previously recorded videos.
  • Fader Effects: Enhance your personal videos by adding professional looking fader effects. Choose from Black, Mosaic, White, Monotone.
  • i.LINK® DV Interface: A digital high-speed bi-directional interface which provides 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.
  • 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 subjected to a life shortening “memory effect”. Sony’s exclusive AccuPower™ meter displays the battery time remaining in minutes, in either the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.
  • Manual Focus: Allows the user to 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.
  • On Screen Zoom and Record Controls: For additional control of the camcorder, the DCR-HC36 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.
  • Picture Effects: Get creative when recording or playing back your videos with Sony’s Picture Effect Modes. Effects available in Camera mode: Pastel and Mosaic. Effects available in Playback mode: Negative Art, Sepia, Monotone and Solarize.
  • Picture Package™ Software: Easily organize still images and video, and turn them into stunning music videos using the supplied software.
  • Program AE (Auto Exposure) Modes: Program AE modes make recording easy even when filming in challenging situations. Choose from Portrait, Beach & Ski, Sports Lesson, Landscape, Spotlight or Sunset & Moon modes.
  • Stamina® Battery Power Management System: Using the optional NP-FP90 InfoLithium® Battery, the DCR-HC36 can continuously record for up to 9 hours (Viewfinder) or up to 7 hours (LCD) on a single full charge, providing extra long battery life
  • Super NightShot® Plus Infrared System: With Sony’s Super NightShot® 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.
  • Tele Macro Function: Useful for shooting close up shots, but 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 unfocussed so that the subject stands out.
  • USB Streaming: Stay connected to family and friends by broadcasting live video with audio over the internet using the USB interface. You can even playback your favorite recorded scene on the camcorder’s tape. It’s like having your own video conferencing system.

    Sony DCR-HC36 Camcorder Specifications:

    Imaging Device: 1/6" CCD

    Pixel Gross: 680K

    Recording Media: MiniDV Cassette, Memory Stick Duo™ Media, Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media

    Recording and Playback Times: SP: 60min., LP: 90 min.

    Video Actual: 340K Pixels

    Still Actual: 340K Pixels

    USB Streaming: Yes

    SteadyShot® Image Stabilization: Yes ( Super; Electronic)

    Accessory Shoe: N/A

    White Balance: Auto, Indoor, One-push, Outdoor

    Memory Stick PRO™ Media Compatibility: Tested to support up to 2GB media capacity; does not support high speed transfer function; does not support Access Control security function.

    Still Image Mode(s): JPEG

    Minimum Illumination: 5 Lux (0 Lux with Super NightShot® Plus Infrared System

    Low Light Capability: Super NightShot® Plus

    LANC Terminal: N/A

    Analog Audio/Video Input(s): N/A

    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)

    i.LINK® Interface: Yes

    Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s): N/A

    Headphone Jack: N/A

    Microphone Input: N/A

    S-Video Input(s): N/A

    S-Video Output(s): Yes (optional accessory)

    LCD: 2.5" (123K Pixels SwivelScreen™ LCD Display)

    Lens Type: Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar®

    Viewfinder: Color (123K Pixels)

    Docking Station: N/A

    Microphone: Yes (Built-in)

    35mm Equivalent: 48-960mm (16:9 Camera Mode), 44-880mm (4:3 Camera Mode), 44 880mm (4:3 Memory Mode)

    Aperture: f1.8-f3.1

    Exposure: Touch Panel (24 steps)

    Filter Diameter: 25mm

    Focal Distance: 2.3-46mm; 390mm (Telemacro)

    Focus: Full Range Auto, Manual (Touch Panel)

    Progressive Shutter Mode: N/A

    Shutter Speed: Auto, 1/4-1/4000 (AE Mode)

    Optical Zoom: 20X

    Digital Zoom: 800X

    Limited Warranty: 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor

    Operating System Compatibility: Microsoft® Windows® ME, 2000 Professional, XP Home, XP Professional

    Supplied Software: Picture Package™ ver. 1.5

    Video Recording System: 2 Rotary Heads, Helical Scanning System

    Video Signal System: NTSC color, EIA standards

    Analog-to-Digital Converter: N/A

    Weight: 15 oz (430 g) with Tape and Battery

    Measurements: 2 5/8" x 3 1/8" x 4 1/2" (65 x 79 x 113mm)

    Supplied Accessories: Power Adapter/ In-Camera Charger (ACL25), InfoLithium® Rechargeable Battery (NPFP30), Remote Commander® Remote Control (RMT-831), Stereo AV Cable, Lens Cap, USB Cable, CD-ROM with USB Driver (Picture Package Software Ver. 1.5 for Sony)

    Sony DCR-HC36 Camcorder


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