Sony DCR-HC42

Sony Handycam DCR HC42 Camcorder - 1.0 MP - 12 x optical zoom

Mini DV, F/1.8-2.5

The Sony DCR-HC42E is an extremely compact megapixel DV Handycam with Memory Stick Duo, Handycam Station, DV In, Zeiss lens, Touch Screen LCD and true 16: 9 widescreen mode.

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Technical specifications


General
Product TypeCamcorder
Width2.2 in
Depth4.4 in
Height3.5 in
Weight0.9 lbs
Main Features
Camcorder Sensor Resolution1.0 Mpix
Camcorder Effective Video Resolution690 Kpix
Media TypeMini DV
Color SupportColor
Optical Sensor TypeAdvanced HAD CCD
Optical Sensor Size1/5"
Min Illumination0 lux
Digital Zoom480 x
Recording SpeedSP, LP
Shooting ModesDigital photo mode, frame movie mode
Shooting ProgramsSpotlight, sunset & moon, landscape, portrait mode, beach & ski, sports mode
Special EffectsStill, Solarization, Sepia, Mosaic, Trail, Pastel, Monotone, Old Movie, Flash Motion, Luminance Key, Negative Art, Low Shutter Speed (LSS)
Digital Scene TransitionWipe fader, overlap fader, white fader, random, monotone fader, mosaic fader, black fader
Image StabilizerElectronic (Super Steady Shot)
Exposure MeteringSpot, matrix
Exposure ModesProgram, automatic, manual
White BalanceCustom, automatic, presets
White Balance PresetsIndoor, outdoor
Digital Video FormatMPEG EX
Still Image FormatJPEG
Remote ControlRemote control - infrared
Video CaptureMPEG - 320 x 240 MPEG - 160 x 112
Memory / Storage
Image StorageJPEG 1152 x 864 JPEG 640 x 480
Lens System
TypeZoom lens - 3 mm - 36 mm - f/1.8-2.5
Focal Length3 mm - 36 mm
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera48 - 576mm
Focus AdjustmentAutomatic, manual
Auto FocusTTL contrast detection
Lens ApertureF/1.8-2.5
Optical Zoom12 x
Zoom AdjustmentMotorized drive
Filter Size25 mm
Lens ManufacturerCarl Zeiss
Additional Features
DV inputYes
Edit FunctionsAudio dubbing
Low Lux / Night ModeYes
Time CodeYes
Additional FeaturesTouch-screen control, built-in speaker, demonstration mode, backlight compensation, digital noise reduction, analog to digital conversion with pass through, progressive shutter system, 16:9 widescreen mode
Viewfinder
Viewfinder TypeLCD
Viewfinder Color SupportColor
Viewfinder Resolution123,200 pixels
Display
TypeLCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.7" - color
Display Form FactorRotating
Display Format123,200 pixels
Microphone
TypeMicrophone - built-in
Microphone TechnologyElectret condenser
Microphone Operation ModeStereo
Connections
Connector Type1 x composite video/audio (input/output) 1 x S-Video input / output 1 x USB 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK) 1 x DC power input
Expansion Slot(s)1 x Memory Stick PRO Duo
Software
SoftwareDrivers & Utilities, Sony Picture Package
System Requirements for PC Connection
Operating System SupportMS Windows XP, MS Windows 2000, MS Windows ME, MS Windows 98 SE, Apple Mac OS X 10.1.5 or later
Peripheral DevicesUSB port, CD-ROM drive, IEEE 1394 port
Miscellaneous
Included AccessoriesDocking station, camcorder shoulder strap
Cables IncludedA/V cable S-Video cable USB cable SCART-Phono adapter
Power
Power DevicePower adapter - external
Battery
Supported BatterySony NP-FP50
Supported Battery Details1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery - 680 mAh ( included )
Environmental Parameters
Min Operating Temperature32 °F
Max Operating Temperature104 °F
Universal Product Identifiers
BrandSony
Part NumberDCR-HC42
GTIN00027242669758, 04901780955480

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