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Hitachi UltraVision DZGX5020A

$374.00 to $470.00



The DZGX5020A brings the value and affordability of a DVD camcorder to a new high. Ease of use is taken to a whole new level with features like Photo Frame Capture and 1-Second Quick Start. Photo Capture allows users to browse video scenes and choose individual frames to save as digital stills to SD card. 1-second quick start makes recording nearly instantaneous when powering up from sleep mode. Minimize

Manufacturer: Hitachi - See Site
Key Features
Recording Format   DVD
Recording System   NTSC
Sensor Quantity   1
Memory Still Resolution 0.31 Megapixels
Optical Zoom   30x
Weight 0.93 lb.
Family Line Hitachi UltraVision
CCD
Sensor Quantity   1
Sensor Size 1/6"
Number of Pixels   680K pixels
LCD / Viewfinder
Display Type   With LCD Panel
LCD Panel Size   2.7 in.
Color Viewfinder   With Color Viewfinder
Lens
Optical Zoom   30x
Digital Zoom   1,500x
Filter Diameter 34 mm
Video Modes
Image Stabilizer   With Image Stabilizer
Low Lux   0.3 Lux
Memory Photography
Memory Card Type   SD Card • Multimedia Card (MMC)
Digital Still Shot Mode   With Still Shot Capability
Memory Still Resolution 0.31 Megapixels
Max Still Image Size   640 x 480
MPEG Movie Mode   Without MPEG Movie Mode
Interfaces
Output Interfaces S-Video • Composite (Video)
Microphone Type Internal
Dimensions
Width 2.48 in.
Depth 5.19 in.
Height 3.58 in.
Weight 0.93 lb.
Warranty
Warranty 90 Days
Miscellaneous
Included Accessories A/V Cable • Shoulder Strap • AC Power Adapter • Lens Cap
Release Date February, 2007


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hitachi, ultravision, dzgx5020a,

Sony MiniDV DCR-HC38

$180.00 to $379.00



Make each video picture perfect with DCR-HC38 MiniDV Handycam® camcorder. Simple controls and crystal clear quality let you call the shots like a pro.

Manufacturer: Sony - See Site
Product MPN
MPN DCR-HC38
Key Features
Camcorder Type   Digital
Recording Format   Mini DV
Recording System   NTSC
Sensor Quantity   1
Optical Zoom   40x
Weight 0.94 lb.
CCD
Sensor Quantity   1
Sensor Size 1/6"
Number of Pixels   680K pixels
LCD / Viewfinder
Display Type   With LCD Panel
LCD Panel Size   2.5 in.
Color Viewfinder   With Color Viewfinder
Lens
Optical Zoom   40x
Digital Zoom   2,000x
Lens Focal Length 1.9 - 76 mm
Filter Diameter 30 mm
Video Modes
Recording Speed   SP • LP
Image Stabilizer   Digital Image Stabilizer
Low Lux   5 Lux
Night Shot   With Night Shot
Audio
Audio Format   Stereo
Memory Photography
Digital Still Shot Mode   Without Still Shot Capability
Interfaces
Output Interfaces S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / i.Link • USB
Input Interfaces Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA)
Microphone Type Internal
Power Supply
Battery Type   Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
Dimensions
Width 2.5 in.
Depth 4.63 in.
Height 3.38 in.
Weight 0.94 lb.
Warranty
Warranty 90 Days
Miscellaneous
Included Accessories Software • A/V Cable • Lithium Propriety Battery • Battery Charger • AC Power Adapter


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sony, minidv, dcr-hc38,


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