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Hitachi DZHS500A DVD-HDD Hybrid Camcorder, 30GB Capacity, DVD-RAM, DVD-R/W and DVD+RW, 30x Optical Zoom

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DZHS500A

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Hitachi DZHS500A DVD-HDD Hybrid Camcorder,

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The Hitachi DZHS500A Hybrid Camcorder records digital video and still images onto a 30GB hard drive and removable 8cm DVD-RAM, DVD-R/W and DVD+R discs. This results in images that you can play back thousands of times with virtually no degradation of picture quality. A 1/6" CCD captures video and stills in high-resolution recordings, while the camera's SD/MMC slot allows for up to stores still images in 640 x 480 resolution onto SD memory cards.

Small and streamlined, the DZ-HS500A also boasts a 1-second start-up time, 16:9 recording mode, and a simplified menu system. With this camcorder, you can enjoy all the convenient benefits of both the hard drive and DVD format and top of the line features, all at entry-level prices.

• 1/6" CCD: The DZ-HS500A's single, 1/6" CCD captures video and still photos in outstanding clarity and color.

• 30x Optical 1,500x Digital Zoom: If you need to get up close from a far distance, this camcorder comes with a 1,500x digital zoom. Record the finest details from even the farthest locations.

• DVD-R/W, DVD+R 30GB Hard Drive: The DZ-HS500A allows you to record to a 30B hard drive, DVD-RAM, DVD-R/W and DVD+R.

With the DVD drive, you can record home movies directly to DVD, and then play them back on your home DVD player. Because DVD provides random, direct access to data, there's no rewinding and no fast-forwarding to play back what you've recorded.

You can also record to a built-in 30GB hard disk that gives you up to 25 hours of recording time, depending on recording quality. Imagine, no more tapes or DVDs to buy, ever!

• 16:9 Widescreen Recording Mode: Use the camcorder's 16:9 mode to record movies in a widescreen aspect ratio; the same ratio used by the majority of big-screen motion pictures.

• Electronic Image Stabilizer: A high-quality image stabilization system corrects camcorder shake instantly, so your videos always look smooth, steady, and natural.

• Digital Still Mode: Capture still images in 640 x 480 resolution directly to your hard drive for easy access. The SD card slot makes it even easier to share your photos with friends and family.

• PC and MAC Compatibility: The DZ-HS500A can connect to your computer via USB 2.0.

Camera
Recording
Display
Conveniences

Digital Still Mode
Input/Output Connectors
General

Camera

Sensor: 1/6" CCD, 340,000 Effective Pixel

Lens: f = 2.2 - 55mm, F2.0 - 4.1

Zoom: 30x Optical / 1500x Digital Zoom

Filter Size: 34mm

Image Stabilization: Electronic

Lux: Not Specified By Manufacturer

Recording

System: NTSC

Format: DVD-HDD

Audio: Dolby Digital Stereo

Time Code: Not Specified By Manufacturer

Date & Time: Yes

A/V Dubbing: Yes

Display

Viewfinder: 0.2" Color TFT (approx. 200k Pixel

LCD Monitor: 2.7" Color TFT (approx. 120k Pixel)

Conveniences

Manual Controls: Focus, White Balance

Built-in Light: No

Built-in Mic: Yes

Built-in Speaker: Yes

Accessory Shoe: No

Titler: Not Specified By Manufacturer

Digital Effects: Yes

Fader: Yes

Tape Loading: Side

Digital Still Mode

Resolution: 640 x 480

Card Slot: SD

Built-in Flash: No

Input/Output Connectors

Line In Recording: Not Specified By Manufacturer

Inputs: USB
AV

Outputs: AV
USB

Edit Protocol: Not Specified By Manufacturer

Microphone Input: No

Headphone Jack: No

General

Power Requirements: Not Specified By Manufacturer

Power Consumption: 3.2W

Dimensions (WxHxD): 2.7 x 3.6 x 5.2" (6.9 x 9.1 x 13.2cm)

Weight: 1.1 lb (499g)

What's in the Box

Hitachi DZHS500A DVD-HDD Hybrid Camcorder, 30GB Capacity, DVD-RAM, DVD-R/W and DVD+RW, 30x Optical Zoom

Battery Pack (DZ-BP07PW)

AC Adapter/Charger (DZ-ACS3)

DC Power Cord

Power Cable

AV/S Output Cable

Shoulder Strap

Lens Cap (with Lens Cap String)

Software CD-ROM

PC Connection Cable

Disc Cleaning Cloth

1-Year Limited Warranty

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