Sony DCR-TRV70 Review

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August 7th, 2003


Summary

The DCR-TRV70 MiniDV Handycam Camcorder gives you a huge, easy-to-view color SwivelScreen LCD and a massive 2.0 megapixel resolution, delivering exceptional-quality digital video, digital audio, and digital still images every time you turn it on. It brings home the functionality of a digital still camera and digital camcorder all in one amazingly compact package. Sony ingenuity makes it ultra-functional, with convenient tools and powerful performance capabilities ranging from an advanced Carl Zeiss T Lens — which makes it possible to shoot video in more natural and true-to-life conditions — Memory Stick Media storage, an intelligent pop-up flash and a new touch panel (with included stylus) that can be used to access the functions of the camcorder. This network-ready camcorder also features Hologram AF for sharper focus, while the Super NightShot 0 Lux system allows you to take beautiful video images in the dark. Kit includes: DCR-TRV70 Camcorder and free carrying case.

Specs

 
 

Description:
DCR-TRV70 MiniDV Handycam (2.1MP, 10x Opt, 120x Dig, 2.5" LCD)
Manufacturer: Sony
Lowest Price: $885.00
Features: Viewfinder
Power Source: Lithium, Rechargeable Battery
Remote Control: Same Brand Remote
Connectors: Headphone Jack, i.Link, Mic, S-Video, USB - Universal Serial Bus
Additional Features: Date Code, Digital Fade, Fader Function, Slow Shutter, Time Code
Audio Format: PCM, Stereo
Battery Life: 100 minute(s)
CCD Quantity: 1
CCD Size: .278 in
Digital Zoom: 120 X
Exposure Settings: Multiple Program Modes
Flash Characteristics: Built-in Flash
Focus Features: Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Included Components: AC Adapter, Battery, Cables, Carrying Case, Flash, Recording Media, Remote, Shoulder Strap
LCD Screen Size: 2.5 in
Max Horizontal Image Resolution: 1600 pixels
Max Vertical Image Resolution: 1200 pixels
Number of CCD Pixels: 2100000
Number of Resolution Modes: 2
Optical Zoom: 10 X
Recording Format: Mini DV, Sony Memory Stick
Resolution: 320 x 240
Special Effects: 16:9 Wide Screen TV Effect, Slow Shutter
Image Format: MPEG
Maximum Shutter Speed: 4000 1/f
Minimum Shutter Speed: 4 1/f
Height: 91 mm
Width: 73 mm
Depth: 174 mm
Weight: 640 g
Labor Warranty: 90 day(s)
Parts Warranty: 1 year(s)
SKU: DDCRTRV70
URL: Manufacturer Link


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