Sony Handycam DCR DVD610 Camcorder

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Sony Handycam DCR DVD610 Camcorder

Shooting and sharing video is easy with the Sony Handycam DCR DVD610 Camcorder. The simple controls and powerful features let you record your favorite events without a hassle. Compose your shots on the 2.7" widescreen (16:9) touch panel LCD display, then close in on the action using the powerful 40x optical/2000x digital zoom.

Specifications:
Imaging Device 1/8" Advanced HAD CCD Imager
Pixel Gross 680K
Recording Media 3" (8cm) DVD (DVD-R/DVD-RW/DVD+RW/DVD+R DL), Memory Stick Duo Media, Memory Stick PRO Duo Media
Video Actual 340K Pixels (4:3), 410K Pixels (16:9)
Recording and Playback Times Single Layer - HQ: 20 min., SP: 30 min., LP 60 min. Dual Layer - HQ: 35 min., SP: 55 min., LP: 110 min. When using 8GB Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (sold separately): Standard Definition: HQ = up to 115 min., SP = up to 170 min., LP = up to 325 min.
Video Resolution 720 x 480
Still Actual 340K Pixels (4:3), 250K Pixels (16:9)
Still Picture Resolution 640?80 (VGA)
Lens Type Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar
35mm Equivalent 48- 1920mm (4:3 Camera Mode), 41 - 1640mm (16:9 Camera Mode)
Aperture F1.8 - 4.1
Exposure Touch Panel
Filter Diameter 30mm
Focal Distance 1.9 - 76mm
Focus Full range auto / Manual (Touch Panel)
Shutter Speed Auto, 1/30 - 1/250 (Scene Selection Mode)
Optical Zoom 40x
Minimum Illumination 6lux (Auto Slow Shutter ON, Shutter Speed 1/30)
Digital Zoom 2000x
Video Signal System NTSC color, EIA standards
Format(s) Supported SD (MPEG2)
Audio Format Dolby Digital 2 channel
Microphone Built-in Zoom Microphone
LCD Screen 2.7" wide Wide (16:9) touch panel LCD display
Viewfinder Color (123K Pixels)
Memory Stick slot Memory Stick PRO Duo Media
Manual / Auto Lens Cover Manual
S/S & Zoom button on LCD Yes
LANC Terminal Accesible via A/V Remote Terminal
Audio/Video Remote Terminal Video/S Video/Audio/LANC
USB Port(s) Hi-speed (2.0 compliant)
Analog Audio/Video Output(s) Included (via A/V Remote Terminal)
S-Video Output(s) Included in A/V Remote
Memory Stick PRO Media Compatibility Tested to support up to 8GB media capacity; does not support high speed transfer function; does not support Access Control security function.
Quick On Yes
Easy Operation Yes
Multiple Language Display Yes
Slide Show Mode Yes
SteadyShot Image Stabilization S-SS
Scene Mode(s) Auto, Twilight, Candle (move only), Sunrise & Sunset, Fireworks (move only), Landscape, Portrait, Spotlight, Sports (movie only), Beach, Snow
Low Light Capability S-NS plus
Picture Effect(s) Monotone, Sepia, Pastel
Digital Picture Effect(s) Old Movie
White Balance Auto, Outdoor, Indoor, One-push (touch panel)
Fader Effect(s) Black, White
Face Index Yes
Film Roll Index Yes
Photo Capture from Movie Yes
Still Image Mode(s) JPEG
Power Consumption 2.7W / 2.9W (VF/LCD)
Battery Type InfoLITHIUM with AccuPower Meter System (NP-FH40)
Power Requirements 7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)
Operating System Compatibility Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, XP Home, XP Professional, Windows Vista
Supplied Software Picture Motion Browser Ver.3.0.00
Dimensions (Approx.) 2 1/4 x 3 5/8 x 5 1/8 inch (55.0 x 89.0 x 130.0mm)
Weight (Approx.) 15 oz (450g) with Battery
Warranty Sony 1 year parts & 90 days labour warranty

Sony Handycam DCR DVD610 Camcorder user reviews

""We bought Sony Handycam DCR DVD610 Camcorder to replace a Panasonic older, bulkier one. Overall it's great - has excellent video picture, but very poor still pictures - but then again that's what a digital camera is for, so that feature doesn't matter. Our only real complaint is that it is hard to hold still and the slightest movement causes the camera to move and makes the picture move. Going to have to get a tripod for this one. Our Panasonic had that button that you could push to stabilize it, so missing that feature, but overall we'd buy this little camera again!"

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--- LoveMyBoys rated: 4

"In general, Sony Handycam DCR DVD610 Camcorder is a nice Handycam. However, be careful! No where does it state that this model DOES NOT have an external microphone jack. You must purchase the model 710 or 810 for this feature. I discovered after opening the box [20% + shipping loss to return even though it was never used]. For my purpose this was a serious problem. I will probably have to sell on EBAY so I can upgrade. "

--- J. Holm rated: 4

"I got Sony Handycam DCR DVD610 Camcorder so my husband would have something else to use instead of his camera phone for short little videos. I love how small it is and that it is so easy to use. When my 19 month old is doing something we don't want to miss you can very easily grab this and start filming immediately. I have not tried downloading any photos/videos to the computer. I am using the dvd-r for most of the video because there is no having to download it's right on the disk and I can pop it into my dvd player. I did buy the memorex dvd's and everytime you turn the camcorder on it tells you you should be using sony products. This is annoying. It is not uncommon for people to purchase other brand items if they are a little more reasonable in price. I also found that alot of the prices on amazon for batteries, dvds, memorysticks are much more reasonable that the stores in my area. And as stated in other reviews, the battery when charged only has like 60 minutes on it so a bigger battery is definately a must and than you would have a backup for those special moments when you realize your battery is dead. All in all a great product that I have been recommending to my friends and family. "

--- Renee Macintire rated: 5

"Sony Handycam DCR DVD610 Camcorder exceeds expectations in video and sound quality. With the option of recording direct to mini-DVD, which can be viewed in both standard and blu-ray DVD players, or on a memory stick for viewing on a PC, this camcorder is great for creating general home movies. This is the first camcorder I've had since the now "classic" days of VHS video and the first thing I noticed is how seamless the stops and starts in recording are on playback. Its best feature may be its excellent 40x optical zoom lens. The downside is that its battery does not last very long. I have found that it needs to be replaced or recharged shortly after approximately 30 minutes of recording. I purchased a second battery for it, but I plan to buy at least one more. Regardless, this is a nice camcorder for capturing those special family moments. "

--- J. Kianese rated: 4

"Sony Handycam DCR DVD610 Camcorder is a very good value. I have used it for a variety of tasks, such as recording family events. It does a great job for that. I have also used it for recording my band's rehearsal sessions. Obviously, you are not going to get studio quality sound with a camcorder's microphone. That said, this one did a reasonably good job of capturing even the low end.

I haven't used the record to disk feature, so I cannot comment on that. I'd recommend getting a large (8GB or more) pro-duo memory stick, which is what I did. Why waste disks? All you have to do is plug the camera into your PC and transfer the files. Lather, rinse, repeat. And if you want to burn disks, why, that's what the computer's for!

The user interface for this camcorder is very intuitive. That's probably one of the highest compliments I can pay. Good video and sound quality are essential, but if you can't use the stinking thing, then what's the point? I really didn't even use the manual and was able to figure out mostly everything just by using it.

Two small gripes: even zoomed all the way out, the shots are a bit tight. Being able to zoom out a little further would be nice so if you cannot physically move back from the subject you can still capture a reasonably wide shot. Also, it has a camera feature (as in for still photos) which isn't very good; the pictures are on par with a basic cameraphone. That's a secondary feature and not one I planned to use anyhow, so I don't really care about that. I don't think either of these gripes diminish the camcorder's quality or ease of use.

You could certainly buy a better camcorder, but for the money this is a winner. No buyer's remorse on this one. "

--- Chris Moyers rated: 5

$413.12@amazon.com

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