F E A T U R E Sä S T E P - U P F E AT U R Eä1.0 Megapixel (Gross) Advanced HAD™CCD Imager1/5" Advanced HAD™ (HoleAccumulation Diode) CCD with690K (effective) pixels provides excellent detailand clarity, with exceptional video performance(up to 520 lines of horizontal resolution).Realize great looking digital still images utilizing1000K (effective) pixels. The Megapixeltechnology enhances your digital videos anddigital still photography performance.MiniDV RecordingOffers up to 520 lines of horizontal resolution,3X color bandwidth (vs. VHS) and significantlyhigher S/N ratio, to provide stunning videoperformance.10X Optical /120X Digital ZoomThe optical zoom helps to bring the action upclose from far away. In addition, the digitalzoom interpolation means that extreme digitalzooming is clearer, with less distortion thanprevious types of digital zooms.2.5" Hybrid SwivelScreen™ LCD Display(123K Pixels)Provides excellent viewing claritywith improved resolution. The123K pixel LCD display makesimages sharp and detailed during playback orwhen monitoring recording. The HybridReflective-Transmissive LCD Screen providesaccurate viewing in sunlight or bright light,virtually eliminating the “wash-out” commonwith traditional LCD Screens.äDigital Still Memory Mode with MemoryStick Duo™ MediaCapture digital still images at 1152 x 864 or 640 x 480 resolution,directly onto Memory Stick Duo™media for easy transfer to PC’s for emailing,printing, or sharing with other compatibleMemory Stick™ devices.Picture Package™ SoftwareEasily create fun music videos with thesupplied software.Professional Quality Carl Zeiss®Vario-Tessar® LensCarl Zeiss lenses have an advancedoptical multi-layer coating offeringless glare and flare with increasedcontrast. This results in vivid image brilliance,true-to-life color saturation and perfectrenditions of subtle tones.Stamina® Battery Power ManagementSystem 6 Hours (Using Optional NP-FP90)The Sony DCR-HC40 can continuouslyrecord for up to 6 hours or playbackfor up to 7 hours (with LCD screen off)on a single charge with the optional NP-FP90.Progressive ShutterMechanical shutter system that providesProgressive Scan performance while utilizingan interlace scanning system. Digital stillimages will be sharp and clear with excellentdefinition.Easy Handycam ButtonUsing a camcorder can beintimidating for some people, sowith a press of the Easy Handycambutton, most of the advanced functions of thecamcorder are “locked out” leaving only thebuttons essential for recording operational.Super NightShot Plus Infrared SystemAn advanced version of Sony’sNightShot® Infrared system thatallows users to record naturalcolor images in low-light conditions, butwithout the blurring common with other low-light recording systems.Analog To Digital Conversion with Pass-ThroughConvert and/or record any analog NTSC videosource to digital video via the analog inputs.Analog NTSC video can also be passed throughthe digital Handycam camcorder directly into aPC via the i.LINK® interface in real-time foreasy PC editing of your analog footage.Battery InformationBattery information is momentarilydisplayed without having to poweron the camcorder. Quickly accessthe battery’s status by pressing the Battery Infobutton. The Recording Time Available isdisplayed in minutes on either the LCD screenor in the viewfinder.InfoLithium® Battery with AccuPower™Meter SystemCharge the battery at anytime because unlike NiCad(Nickel Cadmium) batteries Sony’srechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries are notsubjected to a life shortening “memory effect” .Sony’s exclusive AccuPower™meter displaysthe battery time remaining in minutes, in theviewfinder or the LCD screen.Super SteadyShot Image Stabilization System An advanced version of Sony’sSteadyShot® system that controls aneven higher range of shake andvibration frequencies, to achieve an even higherlevel of smoothness without degradation of videolike some other image stabilization systems.i.LINK® * DV Interface (IEEE1394)A high speed bi-directional digitalvideo/audio communication betweentwo compatible devices equipped withan IEEE1394 interface, including camcorders,digital VTRs and PCs.12-Bit/16-Bit PCM Digital Stereo16-Bit offers the same outstanding soundquality as compact disc. 12-Bit recordingenables you to add an additional audio trackwith compatible audio dubbing equipment ori.LINK®* interface compatible computers.MPEG EX Movie ModeUnlike earlier MPEG1 Movies,MPEG EX Movie Mode will allowyou to record uninterrupted to thecapacity of the Memory Stick Duo™ Media.These movies are perfect for emailing tofriends and family.®DCR-HC40Digital Handycam® Camcorder The DCR-HC40 is a spectacular option forthose looking for great video and stills in acompact camcorder. Offering a 1.0 MegapixelCCD imager, this high quality camcorderdelivers 10X Optical/120X Digital Zoom andCarl Zeiss® optics for incredible picture clarity.
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