Sony Handycam® DCR-DVD101 Camcorder

Yes a DVD camcorder! Sony shows us once more that they are the experts at applying miniature disc formats to audio and video. Amazingly 29% smaller and 23% lighter than last year's model it comes with all the features you would expect from a high-end camcorder.

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Manufacturer: Sony

Key Features
Recording Format	DVD
Recording System	NTSC
Sensor Quantity	1
Memory Still Resolution	0.31 Megapixels
Optical Zoom	10x
Weight	0.45 kg
CCD
Sensor Quantity	1
Sensor Size	1/6"
Number of Pixels	680K pixels
LCD / Viewfinder
Display Type	With LCD Screen
LCD Panel Size	2.5 in.
Color Viewfinder	With Color Viewfinder
Lens
Optical Zoom	10x
Digital Zoom	120x
Lens Focal Length	2.3 - 23 mm
Filter Diameter	25 mm
Video Modes
Recording Speed	SP • LP
Image Stabilizer	With Image Stabilizer
Low Lux	5 Lux
Night Shot	With Night Shot
Audio
Audio Format	5.1 Surround Sound
Memory Photography
Digital Still Shot Mode	With Still Shot Capability
Memory Still Resolution	0.31 Megapixels
Max Still Image Size	640 x 480
MPEG Movie Mode	With MPEG Movie Mode
Interfaces
Output Interfaces	Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • USB 2.0
Input Interfaces	Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA)
Microphone Type	External/Optional
Power Supply
Battery Type	Proprietary Lithium
Battery Life	2.25 Hours
Dimensions
Height	8.9 cm
Width	5.1 cm
Weight	0.45 kg
Depth	13.7 cm
Warranty
Warranty	1 Year
Miscellaneous
Family Line	Sony Handycam
Included Accessories	Software • USB Cable • A/V Cable • Shoulder Strap • Driver • Lithium Propriety Battery • Battery Charger • AC Power Adapter • Remote Control • Lens Cap
Release Date	April, 2004

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By: dkozin

in Electronics at Epinions.com
Jan 6, 2005

Sony DCR-DVD101 Handycam DVD Camcorder - High Price, Poor Performance

Author's Rating:

Pros: Easy to use, compact, features, USB2.0 (but no FireWire), good controls, battery

Cons: Price, poor digital stills, noise in low light, slow DVD operation

Bottom Line:
I don't quite understand why somebody would pick the DVD-based camcorder over the tape one. Yes, the discs look shiny and more high-tech than tape. Yes... Read More

By: wsmunch
Aug 31, 2004

Quietly Set it Down, Pick up Some Other DVD Camcorder

Author's Rating:

Pros: Neat purple color

Cons: Low resolution and pixels, very expensive for the quality

Bottom Line:
Video quality is good, until recording under lower light conditions. For the price, upgrading to DVD201 or a competitor gives much better value. Read More

By: bbcountach
Dec 29, 2005

bad like a joke gone wrong

Author's Rating:

Pros: Small, um...

Cons: $$$, poor performance, bad zoom

By: tracyinlincoln
Dec 28, 2004

Poor performance, high price

Author's Rating:

Pros: Smart styling, major controls are easy to operate

Cons: Video quality is poor, random "slow-motion" effect very annoying.

Bottom Line:
The image quality just isn't there, and isn't that what you buy a camera for? I'm frankly surprised Sony sells something this bad. Read More