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Sony Handycam® DCR-DVD101 Camcorder Camcorders

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
Product MPN
MPN DCRDVD101E.CEEJ
Key Features
Recording Format   What is "Recording Format"? DVD
Recording System   What is "Recording System"? NTSC
Sensor Quantity   What is "Sensor Quantity"? 1
Memory Still Resolution 0.31 Megapixels
Optical Zoom   What is "Optical Zoom"? 10x
Weight 0.45 kg
CCD
Sensor Quantity   What is "Sensor Quantity"? 1
Sensor Size 1/6"
Number of Pixels   What is "Number of Pixels"? 680K pixels
LCD / Viewfinder
Display Type   What is "Display Type"? With LCD Screen
LCD Panel Size   What is "LCD Panel Size"? 2.5 in.
Color Viewfinder   What is "Color Viewfinder"? With Color Viewfinder
Lens
Optical Zoom   What is "Optical Zoom"? 10x
Digital Zoom   What is "Digital Zoom"? 120x
Lens Focal Length 2.3 - 23 mm
Filter Diameter 25 mm
Video Modes
Recording Speed   What is "Recording Speed"? SP • LP
Image Stabilizer   What is "Image Stabilizer"? With Image Stabilizer
Low Lux   What is "Low Lux"? 5 Lux
Night Shot   What is "Night Shot"? With Night Shot
Audio
Audio Format   What is "Audio Format"? 5.1 Surround Sound
Memory Photography
Digital Still Shot Mode   What is "Digital Still Shot Mode"? With Still Shot Capability
Memory Still Resolution 0.31 Megapixels
Max Still Image Size   What is "Max Still Image Size"? 640 x 480
MPEG Movie Mode   What is "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   What is "Battery Type"? Proprietary Lithium
Battery Life   What is "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
UPC 027242644533
Review Summary
4 Reviews from Epinions.com and Shopping.com
Overall Rating: 2/5 stars  
Ease of Use: 5
Durability: 3
Battery Life: 4
Movie Quality: 2
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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: 2/5 stars  

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: 2/5 stars  

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: 2/5 stars  

Pros: Small, um...

Cons: $$$, poor performance, bad zoom


By: tracyinlincoln
Dec 28, 2004

Poor performance, high price

Author's Rating: 1/5 stars  

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



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