Sony Handycam® DCR-DVD201 Camcorder

Experience the ultimate in videotaping convenience with the DCR-DVD201 DVD Handycam Camcorder from Sony. Now you can record directly onto... Read More

Experience the ultimate in videotaping convenience with the DCR-DVD201 DVD Handycam Camcorder from Sony. Now you can record directly onto 3-inch DVD-R and DVD-RW at resolutions comparable to MiniDV. Best of all, the DVD media can easily be viewed on most current DVD players and PCs1, making playback a snap. You can even capture still JPEG images up to a maximum resolution of 1152 x 864 thanks to its 1-megapixel CCD imager. It's like having both a camcorder and digital camera in one. Minimize

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Product MPN
MPN	DVD201
Key Features
Recording Format	DVD
Recording System	NTSC
Sensor Quantity	1
Memory Still Resolution	1 Megapixels
Optical Zoom	10x
Weight	1.1 lb.
CCD
Sensor Quantity	1
Sensor Size	1/5"
Number of Pixels	1070K pixels
LCD / Viewfinder
Display Type	With LCD Screen
LCD Panel Size	2.5 in.
Color Viewfinder	With Color Viewfinder
Lens
Optical Zoom	10x
Digital Zoom	120x
Lens Focal Length	3.2 - 32 mm
Filter Diameter	25 mm
Video Modes
Recording Speed	SP • LP
Image Stabilizer	With Image Stabilizer
Low Lux	7 Lux
Night Shot	With Night Shot
Audio
Audio Format	Hi-Fi Stereo
Memory Photography
Digital Still Shot Mode	With Still Shot Capability
Memory Still Resolution	1 Megapixels
Max Still Image Size	1152 x 864
MPEG Movie Mode	With MPEG Movie Mode
Interfaces
Output Interfaces	Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • USB
Input Interfaces	Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA)
Microphone Type	Internal • External/Optional
Power Supply
Battery Type	Proprietary Lithium
Battery Life	1.92 Hours
Dimensions
Width	2.25 in.
Depth	5.38 in.
Height	3.5 in.
Weight	1.1 lb.
Warranty
Warranty	1 Year
Miscellaneous
Family Line	Sony Handycam
Included Accessories	Software • USB Cable • A/V Cable • Shoulder Strap • Driver • Lithium Propriety Battery • AC Power Adapter • Remote Control • Lens Cap
Release Date	May, 2004

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By: wsmunch
Aug 31, 2004

Looks Nice, Easy to Use, Not for Budget Minded

Author's Rating:

Pros: DVD format very compatible with DVD players, easy to use, small, high amount of pixels

Cons: Expensive, lack of good manual controls, lower resolution than some Hitachi and Panasonic

Bottom Line:
Still undecided. Less resolution than competitors, but much higher pixels. Looks real good, but expensive. DVD-RW is a good recording format for DVD players. Sleek looking. Read More

By: fifaigor
Jun 24, 2005

Nice camera, tough price

Author's Rating:

Pros: Nice features, easy to use, high-res lcd

Cons: Noise in dark scenery, formatting issues

By: dkozin

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Mar 30, 2005

Sony DCR-DVD201 Handycam DVD Camcorder - High Price, But Not Performance

Author's Rating:

Pros: Easy to use, compact, features, USB2.0 , good controls, battery, DVD

Cons: Price, slow DVD operation, some flimsinnes, digital stills not of "photo" quality

Bottom Line:
I still don't quite understand why somebody would pick the DVD-based camcorder over the tape one. Yes, the discs look shiny and more... Read More

By: susjjan
Feb 5, 2005