Sony DCR-SR300

The Sony DCR-SR300 is 6MP Handycam Camcorder features 40GB internal hard disk drive, 10x optical zoom, 3-megapixel ClearVid CMOS sensor, Dolby Digital 5.1-channel recording, Super SteadyShot (Optical) Image Stabilization system and a 2.7-inch widescreen touch-panel Clear Photo Plus LCD.

Sony DCR-SR300 Latest Price Info

REVIEWS (last updated: 29/05/07)

CamcorderInfo reviews the Sony DCR-SR300 and writes;

“There are still good reasons to opt for an SD camcorder like the SR300. The video in bright light looks great. Few camcorders this easy to use can produce that kind of image. The MPEG-2 format flavor Sony employs on their camcorders allows for simple drag-and-drop files. Most HDD and DVD camcorders from other manufacturer split the video and audio, requiring a 3rd party software to piece it back together. All in all, though, we’re not ready to part with our money on this one unless the price drops considerably. HD is the future, and if you are willing to spend this much, we’d recommend investing in forward-facing technology.”

SAMPLE VIDEOS (last updated: 29/05/07)

Testing out the fun telemacro function of my new DCR-SR300 camcorder.

FEATURES

3-megapixel ClearVid CMOS sensor
A 1/2.9-inch ClearVid CMOS sensor with 3040K effective pixels provides stunning detail and clarity with exceptional video (up to 530 lines of horizontal resolution) and still image performance. The Megapixel technology enhances your digital videos and digital still photography performance.

10x optical/20x digital zoom
The optical zoom helps to bring the action close up 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.

Professional-quality Carl Zeiss Vario- Sonnar T* lens
Carl Zeiss lenses have an advanced optical multi-layer coating for increased contrast. This results in vivid image brilliance, true-tolife color saturation and perfect renditions of subtle tones. The additional T* coating on the lens further reduces unwanted glare and flare.

Dolby Digital 5.1-channel recording
The DCR-SR300 will record in Dolby Digital 5.1-channel surround sound with a built-in microphone. By recording in 5.1-channels, you can now experience your home movies with active sounds coming from all directions. Enjoy your personal home movies the way you experienced them while recording.

2.7-inch widescreen touch-panel
Clear Photo Plus LCD The 2.7-inch 16:9 LCD screen provides excellent viewing clarity with improved resolution. The high-resolution 211K pixel LCD screen rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles and sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback. The widescreen format makes shooting in 16:9 mode and composing shots even easier.

Smooth slow recording
By increasing the record rate from 60 fields per second (fps) to 240 fps for 3 seconds allowing you to capture 3 seconds of fast motion and play the video back in 12 seconds. This is great for analyzing a golf swing or a viewing a bird in flight. In addition, record an audio track to narrate what is being seen during the video.

Memory Stick Duo media slot
Capture still images up to 2848 x 2136 resolution directly onto Memory Stick Duo Media for easy transfer to PCs and emailing, printing or sharing with other compatible Memory Stick media devices.

Super SteadyShot (Optical)
Image Stabilization system An advanced form of Sony’s SteadyShot Image Stabilization system that controls an even higher range of shake and vibration frequencies. This optical stabilization system achieves an even higher level of smoothness without degradation of video like some digital stabilization systems.

On-screen zoom and record buttons
For additional control of the camcorder, the DCR-SR300 features zoom and record buttons on the frame of the LCD screen. This allows the user more flexibility when holding the camcorder, especially in overhead or low angle shots.

One-touch wide-angle shooting
Easily switch between 16:9 and 4:3 aspect ratios for shooting, with just the touch of a button.

USB 2.0 interface
USB 2.0 interface provides an easy way to connect your Hard Disk Drive Handycam to the computer 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.

Handycam Station
Simply placing the camcorder on the supplied Handycam Station provides quick connections to a TV fro viewing or a PC for editing and sharing, all while charging the battery so your camcorder is always ready to go.

DVDirect compatibility
The DVDirect system allows for easy transfer to a stand-alone DVD burner via USB 2.0. The VRD-VC30 allows for easy transfer of video for DVD burning, while the VRD-MC3 allows for seamless transfer of both video and still images for archiving on a DVD.

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.

One-touch disc burn
Easily burn a DVD copy of your footage using the supplied software. Simply connect the DCR-SR300 to your PC via the Handycam Station and supplied USB cable and press the Disc Burn button.

Additional Features

* Easy PC backup
* HDD Smart Protection
* Active interface shoe
* Super NightShot infrared system
* InfoLithium battery with AccuPower meter system
* Manual focus
* Scene selection modes
* Picture effects
* Fader effects
* Battery information

PRESS RELEASE

LAS VEGAS(CES Booth #14200), Jan. 7, 2007 – The escalation of sharing user-created content on the Internet has generated demand for camcorders that offer simplified recording and virtually effortless video sharing.

Sony, the U.S. market leader in the hard disk drive format, is responding to this demand with five new HDD models for its 2007 Handycam® camcorder lineup. Pre-orders for these products will begin tomorrow at www.sonystyle.com/handycam.

“The long recording times of our hard disk drive camcorders are designed to capture life’s unscripted times, beyond school plays and music recitals,” said Linda Vuolo, director of marketing for camcorder products at Sony Electronics. “Because you never know where life will take you, using an camcorder that records to a hard drive means you have hours of recording capacity to capture those moments.”

The DCR-SR300 model is the pinnacle of the new hard disk Handycam camcorder line with a 40GB hard drive, advanced video and audio recording features, and priced around $1,000. This model features Sony’s Super SteadyShot® optical image stabilization system, designed to deliver virtually blur-free results for both digital stills and video.

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