Sony DCR-DVD301 1MP DVD Handycam Camcorder w/10x Optical Zoom

From O, The Oprah Magazine : The ‘O’ List, January 2005

Sony DCR-DVD301 1MP DVD Handycam Camcorder w/10x Optical Zoom

Sony DCR-DVD301 Handycam(R) DVD Camcorder - Includes: ACL15A Power Adapter/charger, NPFM50 InfoLithium(R) Battery, Wireless Remote, CR2025 Battery, Stereo A/V cable, Lens Cap, Cleaning Cloth, DMR30 Blank DVD Media, Shoulder Strap, USB Cable, Photo ImageMaker software on CD for Windows Me, 2000, XP.

The ingenious concept about this digital camcorder is that it uses a DVD as recording media instead of a MiniDV tape. This offers greater versatility than ever before.

A single-sided 8cm disc can record 20 minutes in HQ to 60 minutes in LP. A Carl Zeiss Tessar lens offers super sharp optics with realistic color and depth. Whether shooting stills or video, this camcorder is a pleasure to use and own. Super NightShot Quick image transfer to PC using USB Intelligent Accessory Shoe for adding optional lights, flashes, or microphones.

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