DCR-SX41

Palm-sized camcorder w/ 60X optical zoom
The ultra-compact Sony DCR-SX41 Handycam camcorder can record video to 8GB1 of embedded memory or removable Memory Stick Duo or Memory Stick PRO Duo media.
8GB embedded memory: 8GB 1 of embedded memory can record and store up to almost 6 hours of video footage (SD LP mode). 60X Optical / 2000X Digital Zoom: Ideal for sporting events, wildlife, or distance shooting, 60X optical zoom brings you closer to the action, so you can capture extremely tight shots, even from far away. In addition, Digital Zoom Interpolation means that extreme digital zooming (up to 2000X) is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zooms. Professional-quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens: The Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens is designed specifically for compact camcorders, and utilizes precision ground optics to maintain the sharpness and contrast found in larger lenses. Hybrid Recording to 8GB1 memory or Memory Stick PRO Duo media (sold separately): Hybrid recording technology delivers a new level of flexibility of capturing and transferring your video footage and digital photos from the camcorder to compatible viewing devices. Record to 8GB 1 embedded flash memory or choose instead to record to removable Memory Stick PRO Duo media (sold separately). You can even select from various dubbing functions to easily copy video or still images from the embedded flash media to the Memory Stick PRO Duo media -without using a PC. 1/8 Advanced HAD CCD Imager: A 1/8 Advanced HAD (Hole Accumulation Diode) CCD imager with 410K (effective) pixel resolution delivers stunning detail and clarity for exceptional video and still image performance. Direct connection to DVD burner One Touch Disc Burn: (sold separately): Easily burn a DVD copy of your The DCR-SX41 supports a direct footage using the supplied PMB connection to the VRD-P1 DVD (Picture Motion Browser) burner (sold separately), which software9. Simply connect the allows you to burn DVDs directly camcorder to your compatible PC from your camcorder without the via a USB cable and press the One need for a PC. And because the Touch Disc Burn Button.12 VRD-P1 is powered by your Easy Handycam Button: camcorder, you don't need an Using a camcorder can be additional AC power cable. intimidating for some people. With 3 2.7 wide touch panel LCD a press of the Easy Handycam display (123k pixels): Button, most of the advanced 3 The 2.7" wide touch panel LCD features of the camcorder are display provides exceptional "locked out," letting you focus only viewing clarity with 123K pixels the buttons essential for recording. resolution. The display rotates up Film Roll Index: to 270 degrees for multiple viewing Like chapters in a book, Film Roll angles, as well as provides sharp, Index helps you easily find desired detailed images for monitoring or scenes in video footage. When playback. The convenient touch using this feature, the camcorder panel allows easy access to previews the beginning of scenes menus and additional functionality and can create scene indexes set such as spot focus and spot at specified display intervals (3, 6, metering. or 12 seconds and 1 or 5 minutes). Power On by opening LCD display: ADDITIONAL FEATURES Power on your camcorder by simply opening the LCD display. Face Index function: Built-in zoom microphone: USB 2.0 interface: The built-in zoom microphone focuses audio recording on your subjects with the camera's zoom lens, helping memories ring true with clear dialogue and crisp, discrete sounds. Includes 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 (sold separately), as well as take advantage of one click upload to a number of popular video and photo sharing sites9.

Specifications

General
Imaging Device: 1/8" Advanced HAD CCD sensor Pixel Gross: 680K Recording Media: 8GB Embedded Flash memory Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (Sold Separately) Recording and Playback Times: Standard Definition: HQ = up to 120 min., SP = up to 170 min., LP = up to 360 min. When using 16GB Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (sold separately): Standard Definition: HQ = up to 235 min., SP = up to 340 min., LP = up to 715 min. Video Actual: 410K pixels (16:9), 340K pixels (4:3) Still Actual: 250K pixels (16:9), 340K pixels (4:3) Video Resolution: 720 x 480 Still Picture Resolution: 680K Aperture: F1.8-6.0 Exposure: Yes (Touch Panel) Focal Distance: 1.8 - 108mm Focus: Full range Auto / Manual (Touch Panel) Shutter Speed: Auto, 1/4 - 1/4000 Optical Zoom: 60x Digital Zoom: 2000x Resolution: 680K Lens Type: Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Minimum Illumination: 6 lux (Auto Slow Shutter ON, 1/30 Shutter Speed)

Power Consumption: 2.0W Battery Type: InfoLITHIUM with AccuPower Meter System (NP-FH30) Power Requirements: 7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC Adaptor)
Recording Format: Dolby Digital 2ch stereo Microphone: Built-in Zoom Microphone
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty Term: Limited Warranty --- 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor

Convenience

Memory Stick PRO Media Compatibility: Memory Stick PRO Duo Media (Sold Separately) Still Image Mode(s): JPEG Hybrid: Yes Quick On: Yes

Software

Supplied Software: PMB Ver.4.2.00 Supports Windows 2000 Professional Service Pack4 (SP4), Windows XP Service Pack3 (SP3) (32bit) Windows Vista Service Pack1 (SP1) (32bit/64bit). Not supported by Mac OS.

Dimensions

Weight: w/o battery: 8oz (250g), w battery: 10oz (290g) Measurements: 2 x 2 3/8 x 1 1/4 inch (53 x 59 x 113mm)

Convenience Features

Easy Operation: Yes Multiple Language Display: Yes Slide Show Mode: Yes Scene Mode(s): Auto, Twilight, Candle, Sunrise & Sunset, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait, Spotlight, Sports, Beach, Snow Fader Effect(s): Black, White Face Index: Yes Film Roll Index: Yes Photo Capture from Movie: Yes SteadyShot Image Stabilization: SteadyShot image stabilization

Supplied Accessories

AC adaptor (AC-L200) Rechargable Battery Pack (NP-FH30) A/V Connecting Cable Application Software / USB Driver / (CD-ROM) USB Cable

Optional Accessories

Rechargeable InfoLITHIUM Batteries (NPFH50/FH70/FH100) Case (LCS-BBDB/R/L, LCS-AJA) Starter Kit (ACC-ASH6) AC Adaptor/Charger for H series batteries (AC-VQH10) Travel Charger (BC-TRP) Tripod (VCT-80AV) Video Light (HVL-10NH) Underwater Sports Pack (SPK-HCE) GPS Unit (GPS-CS3KA) Color: Silver UPC Code: 027242763135
Format: SD (MPEG2) Video Signal: NTSC color, EIA standards

Inputs and Outputs

Analog Audio/Video Output(s): Included (via A/V Remote Terminal) USB Port(s): Hi-speed (2.0 compliant) S-Video Output(s): Sold separately (via A/V Remote jack) Audio/Video Remote Terminal: Video / S Video / Audio

Display

LCD Screen: 2.7 wide touch panel3 LCD display (123k pixels)

Hardware

Memory Stick slot: Memory Stick PRO Duo Media1 Manual / Auto Lens Cover: Manual
1. 8GB available. Storage capacity may vary. A portion of the memory is used for data management functions. 3. Viewable area measured diagonally. 9. Requires Microsoft Windows XP SP3/ Windows Vista SP1. Not supported by Mac OS. 12. One Touch Disc Burn feature requires DVDirect burner or compatible PC with supplied PMB software (sold separately). 2008 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, Handycam, Advanced HAD, Memory Stick, Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, DVDirect and SteadyShot are trademarks of Sony. Windows, and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. *Logo mentions need to be included if logo shown or listed in copy