Experience the ultimate in videotaping convenience with the Sony DCR-DVD201 DVD Handycam Camcorder. Advance the simplicity of making and sharing videos, produce DVD recordings that plays back in most current PC's or home DVD players. Also presents one of the easiest ways to shoot, edit, play and share video memories.
Incorporates a one-megapixel imager to produce high quality video and still image resolution of 1152 x 864. You can capture thousands of JPEG still images on a single 3-inch disc for viewing on either your PC or TV.
DVD Recording
The camcorder will record on to DVD-R and DVD-RW DVD format.
Discs will be able to hold up to 60 minutes of video (LP Mode). In the DVD-RW format, users will have the flexibility to do simple in camera editing. This includes the ability to erase the last video and reshoot the desired scene.
In addition, in VR (Video Recording) mode, users can design a playlist of video clips, rearrange the order of the scenes and insert images for a more customized product.
Finalize the disc so that it is compatible with other DVD players.
Discs will be able to hold up to 60 minutes of video (LP Mode). In the DVD-RW format, users will have the flexibility to do simple in camera editing. This includes the ability to erase the last video and reshoot the desired scene.
In addition, in VR (Video Recording) mode, users can design a playlist of video clips, rearrange the order of the scenes and insert images for a more customized product.
Finalize the disc so that it is compatible with other DVD players.
Difference between the two discs
DVD-R discs can be recorded only one time. It is suitable for permanent records and for making a backup copy. DVD-R disc finalization is required
DVD-RW discs can be overwritten repeatedly. It is suitable for source gathering and temporary recordings. DVD-RW disc finalization may be required.
DVD-RW discs can be overwritten repeatedly. It is suitable for source gathering and temporary recordings. DVD-RW disc finalization may be required.
Mega Pixel CCD
Provides stunning detail and clarity with 520 lines of video resolution. Captures high quality still images (1152 x 864) resolution.
Professional Quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens
Uses an advanced optical multi-layer lens coating that reduces glare and flaring, while providing improvement in detail and contrast. This results in vivid image brilliance, true-to-life color saturation, and perfect renditions of subtle tones.
Progressive Shutter System
A mechanical shutter system that provides progressive scan performance, while utilizing an interlaced scanning system. Digital still images will be sharp and clear with excellent definition.
Advanced HAD CCD
Enhanced (Hole Accumulation Diode) CCD design allows more light to reach the imager, which reduces video noise to improve signal to noise ratio.
Super NightShot Plus Infrared System
An advanced version of NightShot Infrared system, allows users to record natural color images in low-light conditions.
USB 2.0 (High Speed) Interface
Provides an easy way to connect your DVD Digital Handycam camcorder to computers for fast transfer of video and still images to your computer for editing. The camcorder can also be used as an external DVD burner, convenient for making copies of your DVDs or burning edited movies.
Approximate Record Times
Single Sided Discs
- HQ (High Quality) mode: 20 minutes
- SP (Standard Play) mode: 30 minutes
- LP (Long Play) mode: 60 minutes
Digital Still Memory Mode
Captures high quality still images at 1152 x 864, or 640 x 480 resolution directly to DVD-R or DVD-RW media. Images are stored in the JPEG format providing easy transfer to PCs for emailing, printing, or sharing with family and friends.
Number of Still Images </b>(Approximate)
1152 x 864 Resolution
- DVD-R Fine Mode: 2150 - Standard Mode : 4100
- DVD-RW Fine Mode: 2250 - Standard Mode: 4300
- VR (Video Recording) Fine Mode: 2250 - Standard Mode: 4350
640 x 480 Resolution
- DVD-R Fine Mode: 5100 - Standard Mode : 8100
- DVD-RW Fine Mode: 5400 - Standard Mode: 8600
- VR (Video Recording) Fine Mode: 5400 - Standard Mode: 8600
Visual Index Screen
Shows thumbnail images of movies and still images when playing back on your camcorder or DVD player, making scene selection easier.
Burst Mode
Capture up to 4 images at 1152 x 864 resolution, or 12 images at 640 x 480 resolution consecutively, perfect for capturing fast action.
Intelligent Accessory Shoe
Conveniently gives you the option of adding accessories such as lights, flashes and microphones to the camcorder, which can communicate and draw power through the intelligent shoe.
You will have to remove the shoe cover.
Dolby Digital AC-3 (2 Channel) Stereo Audio Recording
An advanced form of Digital Audio recording, with sophisticated noise reduction technology, that provides outstanding, lifelike sound quality in almost any situation.
Analog Input
You can convert an analog signal to digital video via the camcorders analog input. Perfect for archiving analog tape recordings. This recorded video can then be edited on your computer.
Auto Exposure Bracketing
The camcorder shoots 3 images at about 0.6 seconds intervals at different exposure levels with a press of the photo button.