Sonys DCR-SR68E 80GB Handycam PAL Camcorder is an 80GB hard disk drive (HDD) standard definition camcorder that also provides the option of recording to Memory Stick Media or SD/SDHC memory cards. While the HDD on the SR68E can hold up to 61 hours of video (SD LP mode), you can store even more footage using optional memory cards. These media options also enable transfer of video and still images from the hard drive to Memory Stick or SD cards for easy upload to your computer.

Sony's DCR-SR68E 80GB Handycam PAL Camcorder is an 80GB hard disk drive (HDD) standard definition camcorder that also provides the option of recording to Memory Stick Media or SD/SDHC memory cards. While the HDD on the SR68E can hold up to 61 hours of video (SD LP mode), you can store even more footage using optional memory cards. These media options also enable transfer of video and still images from the hard drive to Memory Stick or SD cards for easy upload to your computer.

80 GB Hard Disk Drive

A built-in 80GB hard disk drive can record and store up to 61 hours of video footage in SD LP mode. In addition, "HDD Smart Protection" gives you peace of mind by preventing any recorded video and images from being lost if the camcorder is accidentally dropped

Hybrid Recording to HDD or Memory Stick Duo Media

Hybrid recording delivers a level of flexibility for capturing and transferring your video footage and digital photos from the camcorder to compatible viewing devices. Record to the 80GB hard disk drive or choose instead to record to removable Memory Stick PRO Duo media or SD/SDHC memory cards (optional). You can even select from various dubbing functions to easily copy video or still images from the HDD to the Memory Stick media - without using a PC

Media Card Slot

For convenient storage and sharing of your images and videos, the camera accepts Memory Stick Duo / Memory Stick PRO Duo / Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo media and SD/SDHC media (optional)

1/8" Advanced HAD CCD Imager

A 1/8" Advanced HAD (Hole Accumulation Diode) CCD Imager provides detail and clarity for exceptional video and still image performance

Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens with SteadyShot

The DCR-SR68E features a professional-quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens designed specifically for compact camcorders. Precision ground optics help maintain the sharpness and contrast of larger lenses, and SteadyShot image stabilization helps reduce blur caused by camera shake

60x Optical/2000x Digital Zoom

60x optical zoom helps you capture close-up action while keeping your distance. In addition, Digital Zoom Interpolation means that extreme digital zooming (up to 2000X) is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zooms

2.7" Clear Photo LCD Display

The 2.7" Clear Photo LCD (230K) display provides exceptional viewing clarity with 123K pixels resolution. The display rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles, as well as provides sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback. The convenient touch panel allows easy access to menus and additional functionality such as spot focus and spot metering

Still Image Capture

The DCR-SR68E doubles as a digital still camera allowing you to store still images to the hard disk drive and Memory Stick or SD/SDHC media, and to edit your images using

Sony's Picture Motion Browser software

Direct Copy to External HDD without a PC

Store your memories in a whole new way with the ability to copy videos from your camcorder directly to an external hard disk drive (optional), all without a computer. Your camcorder can also access videos stored on the external hard drive for playback on your HDTV, allowing you to utilize the camcorder's handy playback features

Face Detection

Face Detection technology recognizes up to 8 faces anywhere in the frame and automatically adjusts exposure to help capture faces brightly and clearly

Film Roll and Face Index

With Film Roll Index, the camcorder previews the beginning of scenes and creates scene indexes set at specified display intervals (3, 6, or 12 seconds and 1 or 5 minutes). Face Index indexes your video footage according to the faces detected in each scene. When it's time to review video, simply search for what you want by selecting from among the detected faces displayed in the index

Sony PMB (Picture Motion Browser) Software

Sony Picture Motion Browser software offers a simple, intuitive way to transfer, sort, and view your video and still images on your compatible PC. In addition, multiple output options let you burn your memories to DVD (optional), as well as take advantage of one click upload to a number of popular video and photo sharing sites

Direct Connection with Optional DVD Burner

The DCR-SR68E supports a direct connection with the VRD-P1 DVD burner (optional), which allows you to burn DVDs directly from your camcorder without the need for a PC. And because the VRD-P1 is powered by your camcorder, you don't need an additional AC power cable

Creative Controls and Workflow Features

LED video light for capturing video in low-light situations

Power on your camcorder by simply opening the camera's LCD display

USB 2.0 provides an easy connection between your camcorder and PC for fast transfer of video and stills

Record and zoom controls on LCD for more control and flexibility, especially for overhead or low angle shots

Dolby Digital stereo recording with built-in zoom mic focuses on subject for clear dialogue and crisp, discrete sounds

One Touch Disc Burn for easy copy of footage using the PMB software and the One Touch Disc Burn Button and a compatible PC

Specifications

Optics

Sensor 1/8" CCD

Lens 1.8-108mm

f/1.8-6

Zoom Optical: 60x

Digital: 2,000x

Filter Size 30mm

Recording

System PAL

Recording Media Hard Disk Drive Up To 80GB

Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO Duo

SD/SDHC (Memory Stick Media and SD/SDHC memory cards are not included)



Recording Time Hard Disk Drive

Standard Def: HQ: 1220 minutes

Standard Def: SP: 1750 minutes

Standard Def: LP: 3660 minutes

Memory Stick PRO Duo

16GB: HQ: 235 minutes

16GB: SP: 340 minutes

16GB: LP: 715 minutes

Video Format Standard Definition

MPEG2

720 x 480

Audio Format 2-Channel Stereo

Display

Display Type LCD

Screen Size 2.7"

Touchscreen Yes

Features

Image Stabilization Optical

Lux 3Auto Slow Shutter On, 1/30 Shutter Speed

Built-in Mic Yes

Built-in Speaker Yes

Built-in Light/Flash Light Yes/No

Accessory Shoe None

Tripod Mount 1/4"

Input/Output Connectors

Inputs None

Outputs 1x USB 2.0

1x A/V

A/V out via Audio/Video Remote Terminal: Video/S Video/Audio

Analog Audio/Video Output: Included via A/V Remote Terminal

S-Video Outputs: optional via A/V Remote Jack

Microphone Input No

Headphone Jack No

General

System Requirements Windows System

XP (SP3), Vista (SP2), 7

PMB Ver.5.0 not supported by Mac OS

Windows XP SP3, Vista SP2, Windows 7 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported

Battery Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack

Dimensions (WxHxD) 2.2 x 2.56 x 4.13" / 56 x 65 x 105mm

Weight 11 oz / 311.85g

This is a "PAL" product and CANNOT be used in the USA. It is designed for use with video products built to PAL TV standards.