Sony HDR-HC3 Review
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August 8th, 2006
Summary
Even the home video enthusiasts are impressed with the range of recording capabilities offered by the HDR-HC3 Handycam® camcorder. With HD and SD Recording Modes, you can make the move to HD while retaining compatibility with standard definition equipment. The HC3 sets the industry standard in resolution quality with its ClearVid CMOS Image Sensor™, capturing precise detail and superior color reproduction. Dual Record Mode lets you capture 2.3 Megapixel stills while shooting high definition video. And Smooth Slow Recording captures fast movement with precise detail for slow motion playback. Now you can record what you want however you want it. The HC3 is everything you’ve come to expect from the world's smallest and lightest consumer camcorder (as of February 1, 2006).
Specs
| General: Imaging Device: 1/3" 2100K Gross Pixels ClearVID™ CMOS Sensor Pixel Gross: 2100K Recording Media: MiniDV Cassette, Memory Stick Duo™ Media, Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media Recording and Playback Times: SP: 60 min. Video Actual: 1990K Still Actual: 1990K |
| Convenience: USB Streaming: N/A SteadyShot® Image Stabilization: Yes ( Super; Electronic) Accessory Shoe: Yes, Active Interface Shoe White Balance: Auto/Outdoor/Indoor/One Push 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® Infrared System) Low Light Capability: Super NightShot® Movie Mode(s): N/A |
| Inputs and Outputs: LANC Terminal: Yes (Stereo Mini) 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): Yes Headphone Jack: N/A Microphone Input: N/A Remote Jack: N/A S-Video Input(s): N/A HDMI™ Connection Output(s): Yes |
| Hardware: LCD: 2.7" (211K Pixels) Wide (16:9) Touch Panel SwivelScreen™ Clear Photo plus LCD Display Lens Type: Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T* Viewfinder: Color, 123K Pixels Docking Station: N/A Microphone: Yes (Built-in) |
| Optics: 35mm Equivalent: 41.3-485mm (16:9 Camera Mode), 50.5-594mm (4:3 Camera Mode), 40.4-404mm (16:9 Memory Mode), 37-370mm (4:3 Memory Mode) Aperture: f1.8-2.9 Exposure: Touch Panel (24 steps) Filter Diameter: 30mm Focal Distance: 5.1-51mm; 370mm; Telemacro Focus: Full Range Auto/Manual (Touch Panel) Progressive Shutter Mode: N/A Shutter Speed: Auto, 1/240 - 1/500 (AE Mode) Optical Zoom: 10X Digital Zoom: 80X Resolution: 2MP |
| Power: Power Consumption: 4.1W/4.4W - HDV; 3.9W/4.2W - DV (VF/LCD) Battery Type: InfoLithium® with AccuPower™ Meter System (NP-FP60) |
| Battery Life: Continuous Record Time: VF/LCD/LCD Backlit Off/VF + LCD - 105/95/105/95 min Continuous Playback Time: LCD On/Off - 135/145 min |
| Service and Warranty Information: Limited Warranty: 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor |
| Software: Supplied Software: N/A |
| Video: Analog-to-Digital Converter: N/A Format(s) Supported: HDV 1080i and MiniDV |
| Weights & Dimensions: Weight: 1 lb. 3 oz. (560g) with Tape and Battery Measurements: 3 1/4" x 3 1/8" x 5 1/2" (82 x 78 x 139mm) |
| Supplied Accessories: Power Adaptor/ In Camera Charger (AC-L200) InfoLithium® Rechargeable Battery (NP-FP60) Wireless Remote Commander® Remote Control (RMT-831) A/V Cable Component Video Cable USB Cable |
| Optional Accessories: Gunzoom Microphone (ECM-HGZ1) Hard Carrying Case (LCH-HCE) High Grade Tele Conversion Lens (VCL-HG2037Y) High Grade Wide Angle Lens (VCL-HG0737Y) Polarize and Clear Coat Filter (VF-37CPKS) Quick Charger for Super Quick Batteries (ACSQ950D) Rechargeable InfoLithium® Battery Pack (NPQM71/91D) Remote Control Tripod (VCT-870RM) Starter Kit (ACC-FM50S) Soft Carrying Case (LCS-VA3) Travel Charger (BC-TRM) Stereo Microphone (ECM-HST1) Tripod (VCT-FXA) Video Light (HVL-HL1) |
| Color: Black |