Sony DCRSR300 HDD Carl Zeiss Lens, 10x Optical 2x/20x Digital, 2.7" LCD, 40GB, 5.1 Recording

DCRSR300
40GB 6MP CMOS HDD HANDYCAM W. 5.1 REC
Capture 6.1MP Still Images
When switched to still camera mode, the SR300 can capture stunning 6.1 Megapixel still images. (Currently the highest Megapixel rating in the industry!) This is realized by the Enhanced Imaging Processor, which processes the huge amounts of pixel data retrieved from the improved ClearVid CMOS Sensor at high speed. The Dual Recording function makes it possible to record high-precision still images equivalent to 4.6 Megapixel even while shooting video.
Smooth Slow Recording
The DCRSR300 features a Smooth Slow Recording function for slow-motion recording of objects moving too fast for the human eye to perceive. This function now includes the ability to record sound while writing the slow motion movie file on media.
Optical Super SteadyShot
Super SteadyShot (Optical) lets you shoot stable images with reduced blur even during telescopic shooting, when images tend to blur due to camera shake. The DCRSR300 employs Optical Active Lens, which uses a sensor to detect camera shake and a lens that is controlled to compensate for any vibration. This optical method efficiently reduces camera-shake blur, allows stable shooting, and maintains superior image quality without destroying any data obtained through the lens. Camera-shake blur is also reduced when shooting still images as well.
Record Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound
Bring you impressive video capture to life with the addition of a Dolby Digital 5.1 channel sound track! When recorded images are viewed with a 5.1-channel Dolby Digital surround sound-compatible device, a lively audio experience is added to the visual pleasure of high-resolution images. And if the optional wireless microphone (ECM-HW1) is used, an even higher level of fidelity can be recorded when capturing subject sound — whether at a distance or in noisy settings.
Backup Footage Direct to DVD Without a PC!
If you want to take advantage of the long recording times offered by a Hard Disk Drive Handycam, however don't have a PC, DVDirect is for you! Simply connect your Hard Disk Drive Handycam to the device, and burn your memories to DVD. For more information on DVDirect, click the icon on the left. DVDirect is an optional accessory for Handycam available at Sony Style, Sony Central and many retailers across Australia.
RECORDING TIMES:
HQ Mode (9 Mbps): approx. 9hrs 30min
SP Mode (6 Mbps): approx. 14hrs 30min
LP Mode (3 Mbps): approx. 28hrs
Key features
Bundled handycam station
6.1MP still image capture
Smooth Slow recording with sound
40GB Hard Drive
Dolby Digital 5.1ch recording
Dual Recording
Microsoft Windows Vista® Compatible

Specs
Imaging Sensor
Sensor Type: 1/2.9" (6.3mm) 2848H ClearVid CMOS Sensor
No. of Pixels (Gross): Approx. 3200K pixels
No. of Pixels "MOVIE" Rec (Effective): Approx. 2280K pixels (16:9)
No. of Pixels "STILL" Rec (Effective): Approx. 3040K pixels (4:3)
Carl Zeiss Lens: Vario Sonnar T*
Zoom: 10x Optical 2x/20x Digital
F: 1.8-2.9
f (Focal Distance): 5.4 - 54mm
f (35mm Conversion) in "MOVIE" Rec position: 16:9 - 40-400mm4:3 - 49-490mm
f (35mm Conversion) in "STILL" Rec position: 37 - 370mm 4:3)
Filter Diameter: 37mm
Viewfinder
Viewfinder: -
Size/Dots: -
LCD
Size: 2.7" (16:0)
No. of Pixels: 211,200 dots (960x220)
Hybrid LCD Monitor: Yes
Touch Screen Panel: Yes
Camera
Focus System: Full range auto/Manual
Spot Focus: Yes (Touch Panel)
Minimum Illumination: 1.5 lux (Auto Slow Shutter ON, 1/25 Shutter Speed )
White Balance: Auto / outdoor / indoor / Onepush (Touch Panel)
One-push Auto: Yes (Touch Panel)
White Balance Shift: -
Shutter Speed: 1/2-1/425 (scene Selection)
NightShot: Super Nightshot
Colour Slow Shutter: Yes
Program AE modes: Auto, Spotlight, Protrait, Landscape, Twilight, Twilight Portrait, Candle, Sunrise & Sunset, Fireworks, Beach, Snow
14-Bit DXP: Yes
AE Shift: -
Exposure Controls: Yes (Touch Panel) (Max. 24 steps)
Spot Meter: Yes (Touch Panel)
Smooth Interval Recording: Smooth Slow (With Sound)
Iris Control/Gain Control: Auto only / Auto only
Zebra Pattern: Yes
Guide Frame: Yes
Histogram: -
Fader Functions: Black / White
Picture Effects: Monotone / Sepia / Pastel
Digital Picture Effects: Old Movie
16:9 Wide: Yes (High Quality)
Steady Shot: Optical Super SteadyShot
Easy Handycam Function: Yes
Tele Macro: Yes
Audio
Recording: Dolby Digital 5.1ch Recording, Dolby Digital 2ch Recording (with optional mic)
Playback: Linear PCM Digital Stereo , Dolby Digital 2ch, Dolby Digital 2ch downmix
Camera (still image)
Still Image Memory Stick REC in "MOVIE" Rec: -
Memory (still image)
Recording Media: 40GB Hard Disk Drive, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, High Speed Memory Stick PRO Duo
Image Size: 4:3 6.1M (2848 x 2136) 3.1M (2048 x 1536) VGA (640 x 480) 16:9 4.6M (2848 x 1602)
Compression: JPEG
PictBridge: Yes
Interval REC: -
Copy between TAPE/DVD/HDD to Memory Stick: HDD to MS
Playback Zoom: Yes
Slide Show: Yes
Built-in Flash: Yes
Memory (MPEG)
Format: -
MPEG MOVIE EX: -
Others
Remote Control: RMT - 835
USB Streaming: -
Direct Access to "Click to DVD": -
Direct Access to Video CD Burn: -
Start/Stop on LCD Frame: Yes
Zoom Button on LCD Frame: Yes
Weight: 480g (w/o batter)
Dimensions (W x H x D): 76x78x128mm
Accessory Shoe: Active Interface Shoe
Additional Features:
VTR
Format: Hard Disk Drive
Signal Convert Function: -
Playback Zoom: Yes
Connection
Video (via Multi AV): Video Out / S Video Out / Audio Out (Handycam Station)
HDMI: -
External Microphone Input: -
Interface Connector (for Handycam Station): Yes
i.LINK: -
Lanc: -
USB Terminal: Yes (Handycam Station) (Mini-B USB 2.0 High Speed)
DC In: Yes
Approx. continuous recording time (LCD off)
NPFH30: -
NPFH40: -
NPFH50 (Actiforce): 75mins (LCD on)
NPFH60: 100mins (LCD on)
NPFH70 (Actiforce): 160mins (LCD on)
NPFH100 (Actiforce): 375mins (LCD on)
NPFP30: -
NPFP50: -
NPFP70: -
NPFP90: -
Supplied Accessories:
A/V connecting cable
AC Adaptor
Handycam Station
Picture Motion Browser Software
Rechargeable Battery Pack
USB Cable