- 1/3-inch CCD imager with 3-megapixel resolution.
- Compatible with DVD-R/-RW/+RW formats.
- 10x optical zoom with digital image stabilization.
- 2.7-inch, 16:9 aspect ratio LCD.
- Dolby digital 5.1ch audio .
From the Manufacturer
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Capture powerful sound and sharp images direct to DVD with the
DCR-DVD405 Handycam camcorder. Built for serious , the
DCR-DVD405 comes with a Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens for
creating superior quality images. Featuring high-resolution
imaging with an 3.3-megapixel Advanced HAD CCD imager, you can
take not only sharp digital video, but also detailed digital
still photographs. You can record Dolby Digital 5.1-channel
surround sound with the built-in microphone to make watching your
movies like a visit to the theater.
Other features include Super Night Infrared System to help
record in low light situations. See the bigger picture with the
2.7-inch wide SwivelScreen LCD display with touch panel
capabilities. Best of all, you capture digital videos directly to
DVD for the ultimate in convenience.More DCR-DVD405
features
3.3-megapixel (gross) Advanced HAD CCD imager
1/3-inch Advanced HAD (Hole Accumulation Diode) CCD with 2048K
(effective) pixels provides stunning detail and clarity with
exceptional video (up to 530 lines of horizontal resolution) and
still image performance. The megapixel technology enhances your
digital videos and digital still (3048K) photography performance.
DVD format video
The DVD format delivers digital picture and sound
quality comparable to that of MiniDV, but on DVD. Playback of the
DVDs couldn't be simpler. After finalizing the disc in the
camcorder, the disc can play back in most DVD Players, computers
and even PlayStation 2 video game consoles.10x optical/120x
digital zoom
The optical zoom helps to bring the action close up from far
away. In addition, the digital zoom interpolation means that
extreme digital zooming is clearer, with less distortion than
previous types of digital zooms.
Progressive shutter system
A mechanical shutter system that provides progressive scan
performance while utilizing an interlaced scanning system.
Digital still images will be sharp and clear with excellent
definition.
Professional-quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens
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. The additional T* coating
on the lens further reduces unwanted glare and flare.Super
Steady picture stabilization system
An advanced version of Sony's Steady system that controls an
even higher range of shake and vibration frequencies, to achieve
an even higher level of smoothness without degradation of video
like some other image stabilization systems.
2.7-inch wide touch-panel SwivelScreen LCD Display (123K pixels)
The 2.7-inch wide (16:9) LCD screen provides excellent viewing
clarity with improved resolution. The high resolution 123K pixel
LCD screen rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles
providing sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback, and
the widescreen format makes shooting in 16:9 mode and composing
s even easier.
Dolby Digital 5.1-channel
The DCR-DVD405 will record in Dolby Digital 5.1-channel surround
sound with a built-in microphone. By in 5.1-channel
surround sound you can now experience your home movies with
active sounds coming from all directions. Enjoy you personal home
movies the way you experienced them while .
On-screen zoom and record buttons
For addition control of the camcorder, the DCR-DVD405 features
zoom and record buttons on the frame of the LCD screen. This
allows the user more flexibility when holding the camcorder,
especially in overhead or low angle s.
USB 2.0 interface
USB 2.0 interface provides an easy way to connect your DVD
Handycam camcorder to the computer for fast transfer of video and
still images to your computer for editing. The camcorder can also
be used as an external DVD burner, convenient for making copies
of your DVDs or burning edited movies.
One-touch wide-angle shooting
Easily switch between 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios for shooting,
with just the touch of a button.
Picture Package software
Easily organize still images/video content, and turn them into
stunning music videos using the supplied software.
DVD-R/RW and +RW Compatible
The DCR-DVD405 is compatible with a variety of DVD formats
allowing the easy of use and simplicity found in DVD Media. With
DVD+RW media there is not a need to finalize the disc (minimum
required). Simply remove the disc and insert the media
into a compatible DVD player.
Active interface shoe
Provides a location directly on the camcorder to which to add
optional accessories while providing power and two-way
communication to those accessories.
Super Night Infrared System
With Sony's Night Infrared System you can capture natural
looking video, even when shooting in low light. Record subjects
up to 20 feet away using the built-in infrared system.Program AE
(Auto Exposure) modes
Program AE modes make easy even when filming in
challenging situations. Choose from Beach and Ski, Landscape,
Portrait, Spotlight, Sports Lesson, and Sunset and Moon.
Picture Effects
Get creative when or playing back your videos with
Sony's Picture Effect Modes. Effects available in camera and
playback modes: Monotone, Mosaic, Pastel, and Sepia.
Fader effects
Enhance your personal videos by adding professional looking
fader effects. Choose from Black, Overlap, White and Wipe.
InfoLithium battery with AccuPower meter system
Charge the battery at anytime because unlike NiCad (Nickel
Cadmium) batteries, Sony's rechargeable Lithium-ion batteries are
not subjected to a life shortening memory effect. Sony's
exclusive AccuPower meter displays the approximate battery time
remaining in minutes, in either the viewfinder or on the LCD
screen.Digital still memory mode with Memory Stick Duo Media
Capture still images up to 2016 x 1512 resolution, directly onto
Memory Stick Duo Media for easy transfer to PCs for emailing,
printing or sharing with other compatible Memory Stick devices.
Battery information
At the touch of a button, battery information is displayed on
the LCD screen when charging and when the camcorder is turned
off. The display will show how much the battery is charged
(approximately), in 10% increments and the recordable time left
when using the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.
Easy Handycam button
Using a camcorder can be intimidating for some people, so with a
press of the Easy Handycam button, most of the advanced features
of the camcorder are locked out, leaving only the buttons
essential for operational.
Manual focus
Allows the user to manually adjust the focus of the camcorder
using the touch panel. Manual focusing also allows the user to
control the focus in difficult situations where either the
environment or the subject does not allow the camcorder's auto
focus to perform optimally, such as when shooting through a
window or in a crowded environment.