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| • | DV Format
With this mini DV camcorder, you will realize truly amazing picture and sound quality. Images reaching up to 500 lines of horizontal resolution reveal stunning detail and clarity. |
| • | DV Terminal IEEE-1394
The camcorder versatility expands even after shooting, as it easily connects to a DV ready device. The DV terminal provides digital connectivity for high-speed transfer of video, stills and audio from the camcorder, DV VCR to a DV ready computer. |
| • | PCM Digital Stereo Sound
12/16-bit audio. 16-bit offers one set of stereo tracks and achieves the same quality as CD, while the 12-bit mode creates two sets of stereo tracks. Audio dub is possible when recorded in 12-bit mode. |
| • | Analog to Digital Conversion with Pass Through
The camcorders analog inputs feature a built-in Analog to Digital converter that will convert your analog video/audio to a digital signal that can either be recorded to tape or passed through the i.Link interface to a compatible computer. |
| • | A/V Insert and Audio Dub
You can use this feature to insert new scenes of video from your VCR or other camcorder onto a tape recorded in SP mode. By using a recording made in 12-bit audio mode you can add stereo sound from another audio source. |
| • | Progressive Photo
The Progressive Photo function allows the camcorder to record sharp, clear still images, even of moving subjects, onto a memory card. When you take a still image, the camcorder's iris works as a mechanical shutter, immediately closing to shut out superfluous image data. Every 1/30 of a second, the camcorder reads two fields of image data simultaneously, resulting in a full frame. |
| • | Zoom
The 22x optical zoom lens perfectly transforms distant subjects into dramatic close-ups with no loss in image quality, and with the 440x digital zoom you will be able to bring the objects up to 440x closer by electronically magnifying the images. |
| • | Image Stabilizer
A high quality image stabilization system corrects camera shake instantly, giving you smooth, stable pictures. Enables you to record shake-free images. |
| • | USB Terminal
Allows high speed transfer of memory card data to computers through the USB terminal. By using the USB cable and software provided, you can process and organize still images on your PC. The camcorder functions as a memory card reader/writer. Bundled software: ZoomBrowser EX (Windows) / ImageBrowser (Macintosh). You can easily download, browse, archive and retouch still images. Automatically resize images and attach them to e-mail, arrange them for printing, and add text anywhere on the page. |
| • | 2.5
The 2.5' view screen makes it easier to compose sensational shots from any angle. It swivels and flips for maximum handling comfort and flexibility. It also tucks neatly away when bright shooting conditions make the eyecup viewfinder the preferred way to shoot. |
| • | 5-Mode Program AE
Program Auto Exposure (AE) will automatically make all of the necessary settings of the shutter speed, aperture and focusing for a variety of outdoor and indoor situations. This greatly simplifies the shooting process. Up to 5 Program AE Modes Portrait, Sand & Snow, Sports, Spotlight and Low Light. |
| • | Color Viewfinder
Incorporates 113,000 pixels, providing excellent viewing clarity, so you can see the recording in full vivid color. |
| • | Control-L (Lanc)
Editing interface connects camcorders, VCRs and editing controllers for precise control and ease of use during editing. |
| • | Manual Controls
In addition to being fully automatic, the camcorder offers manual control over focus, white balance and shutter speed. |
| • | Digital Photo Mode
The camcorders function as a digital still camera; it is like two cameras in one. Just press the photo button to capture more than 700 stunning still pictures on a single videocassette (in SP mode), or combine video and still pictures together with the added benefit of audio. The camcorder can also capture approximately 60 fine resolution still pictures onto the supplied 8MB MultiMedia card. |
| • | Extended Recording Function
The Extended Recording of the ZR50MC camcorder offers two additional long play SP modes, 2x and 3x modes. When image data is recorded to a tape in the 2x and 3x SP modes, it is compressed twice as much as in SP modes. In the 3x SP mode, you can record for up to 4 hours on an 80-minute cassette. |
| • | Advanced Accessory Shoe
The shoe transmits power directly from the ZR50MC. You can choose to attach the optional DM-50 Directional Stereo Microphone, shotgun mic with high sensitivity and super directional pick-up. Use when recording or dubbing audio. Or, attach the optional VL-3 Video Light. Which can either stay on continuously or turn on/off automatically, in response to changes in the brightness of the shooting situation. |
| • | Selectable Color Light-Up Buttons
The clear buttons above the LCD panel light up, adding a touch of fun while also making it possible to play back cassettes when in dark surroundings. Choose the color in which they light up: green, orange, blue, yellow, turquoise, or purple. Press one of the buttons and they simultaneously flash in the 3-color sequence. You can also select to turn them off, or set them to Power Save mode, where they only light up when one of them is pressed. |
| • | Recording Media MultiMedia Card/SD Memory Card
Number of recording pixels: 640 x 480.
File format: JPEG (compression mode: Fine/Standard)
Estimated MultiMedia card MMC-8M capacities (approx.): 60 images (Fine mode), 105 images (Standard mode). The actual number you can record varies depending on the image. Remember that the sample images recorded on the supplied MultiMedia card are included in the total number. |
