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Sony DCR-HC38 camcorder
Dennis Hissink : January 9th 2007 - 22:34 CET
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 Sony DCR-HC38 camcorder : With such a wide variety of DV editing software in the marketplace, serious video editors are drawn to mini DV tape camcorders. Sony is introducing a new tape-based model with feature sets to suit beginners and advanced camcorder users. The new Sony DCR-HC38 miniDV camcorder features a 1/6" Advanced HAD (Hole Accumulation Diode) CCD with 340K (effective) pixels provides stunning detail and clarity with exceptional video (up to 500 lines of horizontal resolution) and still image performance, a 40x optical zoom and a 2.5-inch format LCD screen. The Sony HC38 mini DV model delivers a combination of Carl Zeiss optics, Sony's high-resolution CCD imaging technology, and long battery life.
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 Sony HC38 miniDV - Availability
The format miniDV is one of three common digital formats used in sound and picture recording. The Sony DCR-HC38 Handycam will also be available in February for about $330. All of the new camcorders, among them the new Sony DCR-HC38 miniDV camcorder, will be available online at sonystyle.com, at Sony Style retail stores (sonystyle.com/ retail) around the country, and at authorized dealers nationwide. Pre-orders will begin online on Jan. 8 at sonystyle.com/handycam.
Sony DCR-HC38 video camera - Zoom and Carl Zeiss
The 40x optical zoom helps to bring the action close up from far away. In addition, the Digital Zoom Interpolation means that extreme digital zooming (2000x) is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zooms. Carl Zeiss lenses have an advanced optical multi-layer coating that offers less glare and flare with increased contrast. This results in vivid image brilliance, true-to-life color saturation and perfect renditions of subtle tones.
Sony DCR HC38 camcorder - USB streaming and Night shot
Stay connected to family and friends by broadcasting live video with audio over the internet using the USB interface. You can even playback your favorite recorded scène on the camcorder's tape. It's like having your own video conferencing system. A digital high-speed bi-directional interface which provides Audio/Video communication between two compatible devices. This connection allows for pure digital transfer between devices equipped with an IEEE1394 interface, such as camcorders, digital VTRs, capture cards and PCs. With Sony's NightShot Plus Infrared System you can capture natural looking video, even when shooting in low light. Record subjects up to 10 feet away using the built-in infrared system, but without the overall monochrome color common with earlier low-light recording systems.
About Sony
Sony manufactures audio, video, communications and information technology products for the global consumer and professional markets. With its music, pictures, game and online businesses, Sony is uniquely positioned to be one of the World's Leading Consumer Brands. Sony recorded consolidated annual sales of EUR 54.96 billion (yen 7,475 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2006 and it employs approximately 158,500 people worldwide.
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