Sony CCDTRV328 Hi8 Analog Handycam Camcorder w/20x Optical Zoom
The Sony CCD-TRV328 is everything you’d want in a Hi8 Handycam camcorder, at a price that’s easy on the wallet. It features a large 2.5" SwivelScreen LCD display, the NightShot Plus infrared recording system, a massive 20X optical zoom and the new Easy Handycam button. It even includes SteadyShot picture stabilization to help keep a smooth picture in even the roughest situations. Best of all, it packs all of these features in a compact design that’s perfect for anyone who’s on the go.Battery informationis momentarily displayed without having to power on the camcorder. Quickly access the battery's status by pressing the Battery Info button. The Recording Time Available is displayed in minutes on either the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.With Sony'sNightShot Infrared systemyou can capture natural looking video even when shooting in low light up to 10 feet away using the built-in infrared system.With a press of theEasy Handycam button, most of the advanced functions of the camcorder are "locked out" leaving only the buttons essential for recording operational.Stamina Power Managementthe combination of low power consumption and an optional InfoLithium battery give Sony Handycam models incredible operating time. To keep tabs on battery life, Sony's AccuPower meter displays the number of minutes remaining -- right in the viewfinder.SteadyShot Picture Stabilizationsmoothes and steadies your images without degrading picture quality. Sony does it with motion sensors --- a more accurate system than many other camcorders on the market.And more:Video Hi8 RecordingRecords outstanding video quality up to 400 lines of horizontal resolution with Hi-Fi sound on affordable Hi8 and 8mm tapes.1/6" CCD Imager, 320K Pixels Gross1/6" CCD imager with 200K (effective) pixels provides great detail and clarity, with exceptional analog video performance.20X Optical/990X Digital ZoomThe optical zoom helps to bring the action up close 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.2.5" SwivelScreen LCD Display (123K Pixels)Provides excellent viewing clarity with improved resolution. The high-resolution 123K pixels LCD rotates up to 270-degrees for multiple viewing angles providing a sharp detailed images for monitoring or playback.InfoLithium Battery with AccuPower Meter SystemCharge the battery at any time 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 the viewfinder or the LCD screen.Multi-Language MenuChange the menu display from English to English (Simplified), French, Spanish, Portugese, Chinese (simplified) or Korean.Easy DubbingConnect the Handycam camcorder to a VCR deck to make VHS copies of your home videos quickly and easily. The camcorder will control up to 59 brands of VCRs.Program AE (Auto Exposure) ModesProgram AE modes make recording easy even when filming in challenging situations. Choose from Portrait, Beach & Ski, Sports Lesson, Landscape, Spotlight, Sunset & Moon modes.Picture EffectsGet creative when recording or playing back videos with Sony’s Picture Effect modes. Effects available in Camera mode: Negative Art, Sepia, Monotone, Solarize, Slim, Stretch, Pastel and Mosaic. Effects available in Playback mode: Negative Art, Sepia, Black & White and Solarize.End SearchAdvances the video tape to the last 5 seconds of the recorded scene. This prevents accidentally recording over previous recorded videos.Fader EffectsEnhance your personal videos by adding professional looking fader effects. Choose from Black, Mosaic, White, Monotone and Stripe.TitlingAdd professional looking titles to your videos, select from 8 preset or 2 customized titles with up to 22 characters.Built-In White LED LightBrightens your videos when shooting in low light with low power consumption.Manual FocusAllows the user to determine the focus of their choosing by adjusting the cameras focus ring allowing more creativity and/or effects. Manual focusing also allows the user to control the cameras focus in difficult situations where either the subject or environment does not allow the cameras auto-focus to perform at an optimal level.What's in the boxCCD-TRV328 Hi8 Handycam camcorder, AC-L15 Power Adapter/In Camera Charger, NP-FM30 InfoLithium Rechargeable Battery, Mono A/V Cable, Lens Cap, Shoulder Strap.