Sony's DCR-HC96 MiniDV Handycam camcorder stands out with high-end digital imaging features at an affordable price. Super NightShot Plus infrared system enables you to capture natural looking video in low light conditions. The Super SteadyShot picture stabilization system uses motion sensors to detect and correct camera "shake" for smoother video recording. Tele Macro Mode zooms in for close-up shots to bring out the subject in vivid imagery - making it stand out above the background. This fully-equipped camcorder comes with easy solutions to transfer images and video recording to your computer. USB Streaming allows you to broadcast live video to family and friends, and i.LINK DV interface provides a connection from the camcorder to a variety of compatible devices.
Product Identifiers
Brand
Sony
Model
DCR-HC96
MPN
DCR-HC96
UPC
0027242688636
Key Features
Recording System
NTSC
Optical Zoom
10x
Digital Zoom
120x
Storage Type
Removable (Card/Disc/Tape)
Media Format
MiniDV
Resolution
3.3 MP
Screen Size
2.7"
Weight
16.91 Oz.
Optical Sensor
Sensor Type
Advanced HAD CCD
Sensor Size
1/3"
Optical Sensor Qty
1
Lens System
Lens Type
Zoom lens
Focal Length Range
5.1mm - 51mm
Focus Adjustment
Automatic, Manual
Lens Filter Size
30 mm
Auto Focus type
TTL contrast detection
Lens Manufacturer
Carl Zeiss
Exposure
Max Shutter Speed
1/4000 sec
Min Illumination
0 lux
Min Shutter Speed
1/4 sec
Exposure Modes
Automatic, Program
Memory / Storage
Supported Flash Memory
Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO
Viewfinder
Viewfinder Type
Electronic
Dimensions
Depth
4.72 in.
Height
3.58 in.
Width
2.83 in.
Display
Display Type
LCD
Display Rotation
Rotating
Screen Details
LCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.7" - color
Display Size
2.7"
Microphone
Microphone Type
Microphone - built-in
Connections
Connector Types
1 x Control-L (LANC), 1 x DC power input, 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK), 1 x USB, 1 x composite video/audio (input/output), 1 x microphone
Expansion Slot
1 x Memory Stick Duo
System Requirements for PC Connection
Operating System Supported
MS Windows 2000, MS Windows ME, MS Windows XP
Battery
Battery Form Factor
Manufacturer specific
Battery Manufacturer
Sony NP-FP50
Environmental Parameters
Max Operating Temperature
40 °C
Min Operating Temperature
0 °C
Resolution
Effective Still Resolution
3.0 MP
Effective Video Resolution
2.1 MP
File Format
Still Image Format
JPEG
Other Features
Additional Features
Progressive Shutter System, Touch-Screen Control, accessories hot shoe, analog to digital conversion with pass through