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Table of contents

Getting started

Recording/Playback

Making good use of your camcorder
DCR-SR58E/SR68E/SR78E/ SR88E/SX33E/SX34E/SX43E/ SX44E/SX53E/SX63E
Digital Video Camera Recorder
Saving movies and photos 33 with a computer Saving images with an external device Customizing your camcorder Additional information

Operating Guide

Quick reference

2010 Sony Corporation

Read this first
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.

AC Adaptor

Do not use the AC Adaptor placed in a narrow space, such as between a wall and furniture. Use the nearby wall outlet (wall socket) when using the AC Adaptor. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) immediately if any malfunction occurs while using your camcorder. Even if your camcorder is turned off, AC power source (mains) is still supplied to it while connected to the wall outlet (wall socket) via the AC Adaptor.

WARNING

To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

CAUTION

Battery pack
If the battery pack is mishandled, the battery pack can burst, cause a fire or even chemical burns. Observe the following cautions.
Notice for customers in the United Kingdom
A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience. Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, a fuse of the same rating as the supplied one and approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362, (i.e., marked with an or mark) must be used. If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.
Do not disassemble. Do not crush and do not expose the battery pack to any shock or force such as hammering, dropping or stepping on it. Do not short circuit and do not allow metal objects to come into contact with the battery terminals. Do not expose to high temperature above 60C (140 F) such as in direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun. Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire. Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. Be sure to charge the battery pack using a genuine Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack. Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children. Keep the battery pack dry. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony. Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions.

FOR CUSTOMERS IN EUROPE

Notice for the customers in the countries applying EU Directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.
Replace the battery with the specified type only. Otherwise, fire or injury may result.

ATTENTION

The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture and sound of this unit. This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC Directive for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet).
Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste. On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead. By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product at end-oflife to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Recording. 20 Playback on the camcorder. 25 Playing images on a TV. 28
Deleting movies and photos. 31
Saving movies and photos with a computer
Preparing a computer (Windows). When using a Macintosh. Starting PMB (Picture Motion Browser). Creating a disc with one touch (One Touch Disc Burn). Importing movies and photos to a computer. Creating a disc. Copying a disc.. Editing movies. Capturing photos from a movie. 39
Saving images with an external device
Saving images in external media (DIRECT COPY). 40. Creating a disc with a DVD writer, recorder. 42
Customizing your camcorder
Using menus.. 48 Getting detailed information from the Handycam Handbook. 54

Additional information

Troubleshooting. 55 Precautions.. 57 Specifications. 59
Screen indicators.. 63 Parts and controls. 64 Index.. 67
Step 1: Charging the battery pack
DCR-SR58E/SR68E/SR78E/SR88E

DC IN jack

Battery pack Power cord (Mains lead) DC plug AC Adaptor
To the wall outlet (wall socket)

CHG (charge) lamp

DCR-SX33E/SX34E/SX43E/SX44E/SX53E/SX63E
Battery pack DC IN jack DC plug AC Adaptor

Power cord (Mains lead)

You can charge the InfoLITHIUM battery pack (V series) after attaching it to your camcorder.
Notes You cannot attach any InfoLITHIUM battery pack other than the V series to your camcorder.
Turn off your camcorder by closing the LCD screen. Attach the battery pack by sliding it in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket).
Align the mark on the DC plug with that on the DC IN jack.
The CHG (charge) lamp lights up and charging starts. The CHG (charge) lamp turns off when the battery pack is fully charged.
When the battery is charged, disconnect the AC Adaptor from the DC IN jack of your camcorder.
See page 61 on recording and playing time. When your camcorder is on, you can check the approximate amount of remaining battery power with the remaining battery indicator at the upper left on the LCD screen.
To remove the battery pack
Close the LCD screen. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever () and remove the battery pack (). DCR-SR58E/SR68E/SR78E/SR88E
To use a wall outlet (wall socket) as a power source
Make the same connections as Step 1: Charging the battery pack. Even if the battery pack is attached, the battery pack is not discharged.
Charging the battery pack abroad
You can charge the battery pack in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 V - 240 V, 50 Hz/60 Hz range.
Notes Do not use an electronic voltage transformer.

To open the lens cover

Slide the LENS COVER switch to open. DCR-SR58E/SR68E/ SR78E/SR88E DCR-SX33E/SX34E/SX43E/ SX44E/SX53E/SX63E
Tips When you finish recording or when you play back images, close the lens cover.

Fasten the grip belt.

To turn on your camcorder when the LCD screen is already open, press POWER (p.15). You can switch recording modes by pressing MODE. Press MODE to light up the desired recording mode lamp.

MODE button

(Movie): When recording a movie (Photo): When shooting a photo

Recording movies

Press START/STOP to start recording.
You can start recording also by touching in the bottom left of the LCD screen.
DCR-SR58E/SR68E/ SR78E/SR88E
DCR-SX33E/SX34E/SX43E/ SX44E/SX53E/SX63E

START/STOP button

[STBY] [REC]
To stop recording, press START/STOP again.
You can stop recording also by touching in the bottom left of LCD screen.
The icons and indicators on the LCD panel will be displayed for about 3 seconds, then disappear after turning on your camcorder or switching the recording (movie/photo)/playback modes. To display the icons and indicators again, touch anywhere on the screen except the rec & zoom buttons on the LCD.
Rec & zoom buttons on LCD

about 3sec after

Notes If you close the LCD screen while recording movies, the camcorder stops recording. The maximum continuous recordable time of movies is about 13 hours. When a movie file exceeds 2 GB, the next movie file is created automatically. It will take several seconds until you can start recording after you turn on the camcorder. You cannot operate your camcorder during this time.
The following states will be indicated if data is still being written onto the recording media after recording has finished. During this time, do not apply shock or vibration to the camcorder, or remove the battery or AC Adaptor. Access lamp (p.19) is lit or flashing The media icon in the upper right of the LCD screen is flashing Tips When a face is detected, a white frame appears and the image quality around the face is optimized automatically ([FACE DETECTION]). You can capture photos from recorded movies (DCR-SR58E/SR68E/SR78E/SR88E/SX34E/SX43E/SX44E/SX53E/SX63E). See page 61 on the recordable time of movies. (MENU) You can check the recordable time, estimated remaining capacity, etc., by touching [MANAGE MEDIA] category). [Show others] [MEDIA INFO] (under The LCD screen of your camcorder can display recording images across the entire screen (full pixel display). However, this may cause slight trimming of the top, bottom, right and left edges of images when played back on a TV which is not compatible with full pixel display. In this case, set [GUIDEFRAME] to [ON], and record images using the outer frame displayed on the screen as a guide. [ STEADYSHOT] is set to [ON] in the default setting. To adjust the angle of the LCD panel, first open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (), and then adjust the angle ().

Press and hold the image down on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch to return to the previous screen.

Touch

[YES] .
To delete all movies/photos at one time
In step 2, touch [ DELETE] [ DELETE ALL] [YES] [YES] .
Tips You can delete an image on the playback screen OPTION MENU. from To delete all images recorded in the recording media, and recover all the recordable space of the media, format the media. Reduced-size images which enable you to view many images at the same time on an index screen are called thumbnails.
To delete all photos at one time, touch [ DELETE] [ DELETE ALL] [YES] . [YES]
To delete all the movies/photos recorded on the same day at one time
Touch (MENU) [Show others] [DELETE] (under [EDIT] category). To delete movies, touch [ DELETE] [ DELETE].
In step 2, touch [ DELETE] [ DELETE by date].
Notes You cannot delete photos on memory card by recording date.
To delete all photos on the same day at one time, touch [ DELETE] [ DELETE by date].
To delete photos, touch [ [ DELETE].

DELETE]

Touch and display the mark on the movies or photos to be deleted.
Touch / to select the recording date of the desired movies/photos, then. touch

Touch [YES]

Touch the image down on the LCD screen to to confirm the image. Touch return to the previous screen.

Preparing a computer

(Windows)
You can perform following operations using PMB (Picture Motion Browser). Importing images to a computer Viewing and editing imported images Creating a disc Uploading movies and photos to websites To save movies and photos using a computer, install PMB from the supplied CD-ROM beforehand.
Notes Do not format the media of your camcorder from a computer. Your camcorder may not operate correctly. You can create discs using 12 cm discs of following type with PMB. DVD-R/DVD+R/DVD+R DL: Unrewritable DVD-RW/DVD+RW: Rewritable
Others USB port (this must be provided as standard, Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compatible)), DVD burner (CD-ROM drive is necessary for installation)
*1Standard installation is required. Operation is
not assured if the OS has been upgraded or in a multi-boot environment. *264-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported. Windows Image Mastering API (IMAPI) Ver.2.0 or newer is required to use disc creation function, etc. *3Starter (Edition) is not supported. *4Faster processor is recommended.
Notes Operation with all computer environments is not assured.

When using a Macintosh

The supplied software PMB is not supported by Macintosh computers. To import the movies and photos to the computer, please contact Apple Inc.

Click [Continue] on the computer screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.
Depending on the computer, you may need to install third party software. If the installation screen appears, follow the instructions to install the required software. Restart the computer if required to complete the installation. Connect the camcorder to the computer during the installation.
To disconnect your camcorder from the computer

Click the

icon at the bottom right of the desktop of the computer [Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device].
When the installation is completed, following icons will appear. Remove the CD-ROM from your computer.
Touch [END] [YES] on the camcorder Disconnect the USB cable.

screen.

: Starts PMB. : Displays PMB Help. : Displays PMB Launcher. PMB Launcher enables you to start PMB or other software, or to open web sites.
Other icons may appear. No icon may appear depending on the installation procedure.
Notes To create discs or use other functions on Windows XP, Image Mastering API v2.0 for Windows XP should be installed. If Image Mastering API v2.0 for Windows XP has not been installed yet, select it from required programs on the installation screen and install it following the procedures displayed. (The computer must be connected to the internet for the installation.) You may install Image Mastering API v2.0 for Windows XP in response to the message displayed when you try to start those functions.
Notes Access from the computer using the supplied software PMB. Do not modify the files or folders on the camcorder from the computer. The image files may be destroyed or may not be played back. When importing a long movie or edited image, use the supplied software PMB. If you use any other software, images may not be imported properly. Operation is not guaranteed, if you perform the above operation. When you delete image files, follow the steps on page 31. Do not delete the image files on the camcorder directly from the computer. Do not copy the files on the recording media from the computer. Operation is not guaranteed.

Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to the DC IN jack of your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). If the external media has the AC power cable, connect it to the wall outlet (wall socket). Connect the USB Adaptor Cable to the external media. Connect the USB Adaptor Cable to the (USB) jack of your camcorder.
When the [Create a new Image Database File.] screen appears, touch [YES].
USB Adaptor Cable (sold separately)
Tips You can also import images recorded on external media using the supplied software PMB.
Touch [Copy.] on the camcorder screen.
DCR-SR58E/SR68E/SR78E/SR88E/ SX34E/SX44E/SX53E/SX63E: Movies and photos in the internal recording media of the camcorder that
have not yet been saved on to external media can be saved. DCR-SX33E/SX43E: Movies and photos in the camcorder that have not yet been saved on to external media can be saved.
This screen will appear only when there are newly recorded images.
After the operation is completed, touch on the camcorder screen.
Notes The number of scenes you can save on the external media are as follows. Movies: 9,999 Photos: 9,999 frames 899 folders The number of scenes may be smaller depending on the type of images recorded.
Touch [Play without copying.] in step 5 above. The VISUAL INDEX screen of the external media is displayed. (MENU) [Show others] Touch [MOVIE DUB] (when selecting movies)/[PHOTO COPY] (when selecting photos). Follow the on-screen instructions to select the recording media (DCRSR58E/SR68E/SR78E/SR88E/SX34E/ SX44E/SX53E/SX63E) and image selection methods. When you selected [DUB by select], touch the image to be saved. appears.
memory card by recording date.
When you selected [DUB by date], select the date of the images to be dubbed with / , then touch and go to step.
When connecting an external media
The images saved in the external media are displayed on the LCD screen. The movie display and photo display buttons on the VISUAL INDEX screen change as illustrated below.
Remaining external media capacity
Press and hold the image down on the LCD screen to confirm the image. Touch to return to the previous screen. By touching date, you can search for images by date.
You can make menu settings of the external media such as deleting images. Touch (MENU) [Show others] on the VISUAL INDEX screen.

Touch the movie you want to burn on the disc. appears.
Repeat steps 3 and 4 when the total memory size of movies to be burnt exceeds that of the disc. [END] [EJECT Touch DISC] on the camcorder screen.
Remove the disc after the operation is completed.
Remaining Disc capacity Saving images with an external device
, then disconnect the Touch USB cable.

Touch screen.

[YES] on the camcorder
To create another disc of the same contents, insert a new disc and touch
[CREATE SAME DISC]. After the operation is completed, touch [EXIT] [END] on the camcorder screen. Disconnect the USB cable from your camcorder.
To play back a disc on the DVD writer
Play the created disc to make sure dubbing was performed correctly before deleting the movies on your camcorder. If [Failed.] or [DISC BURN failed.] appears on the screen, insert another disc into the DVD writer and perform the DISC BURN operation again. Tips If the total memory size of movies to be burnt by the DISC BURN operation exceeds that of the disc, disc creation stops when the limit is reached. The last movie on the disc may be cut off. Disc creation time to dub movies to the limit of the disc is about 20 to 60 minutes. It may take more time depending on the recording mode or the number of scenes. If you cannot play back created discs on any DVD player, connect the camcorder to the DVD writer, and then play back.
Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to the DC IN jack of your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket) (p.14). Turn on your camcorder, and connect the DVD writer to the (USB) jack of your camcorder with the USB cable of the DVD writer.
Insert a created disc into the DVD writer. The movies on the disc appear as VISUAL INDEX on the camcorder screen. Press the play button on the DVD writer.
You can play back movies on the TV screen by connecting the camcorder to a TV (p.28).
Creating a disc with a DVD writer, etc., other than DVDirect Express
You can save movies on a disc by connecting your camcorder to disc creation devices, such as a Sony DVD writer other than DVDirect Express, with the USB cable. Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with the devices to be connected.

Menu lists

(MANUAL SETTINGS) category
SCENE SELECTION. Selects an appropriate recording setting according to the type of scene, such as night view or beach. FADER.. Fades scenes in or out. WHITE BAL.. Adjusts the color balance to the brightness of the recording environment. SPOT MTR/FCS. Adjusts the brightness and focus for the selected subject simultaneously. SPOT METER.. Adjusts the brightness of images to a subject you touch on the screen. SPOT FOCUS.. Focuses on a subject you touch on the screen. EXPOSURE.. Adjusts the brightness of movies and photos. FOCUS.. Focuses manually. TELE MACRO.. Shoots a subject in focus with, the background out of focus.

(SHOOTING SET) category

REC MODE.. Sets the mode to record movies. When recording fast moving subject, a high image quality is recommended. GUIDEFRAME.. Displays the frame to make sure the subject is horizontal or vertical. STEADYSHOT.. Sets the SteadyShot function when recording movies. AUTO SLW SHUTTR.. Adjusts the shutter speed automatically. FACE DETECTION. Adjusts the image quality of the face(s) automatically. AUDIO REC SET BLT-IN ZOOM MIC. Records movies with vivid sound appropriate to the zoom position. MICREF LEVEL. Sets the microphone level. OTHER REC SET DIGITAL ZOOM.. Sets the maximum zoom level of the digital zoom that exceeds the zoom level of the optical zoom. WIDE SELECT. Sets the horizontal to vertical ratio when recording movies.
(PHOTO SETTINGS) category
SELF-TIMER.. Sets the self-timer when your camcorder is in photo recording mode. IMAGE SIZE.. Sets the photo size. FILE NO.. Sets how to assign the file number.

(PLAYBACK) category

VISUAL INDEX.. Displays recording images as thumbnails (p.25). VIEW IMAGES DATE INDEX.. Enables searching for desired images by date. FILM ROLL. Displays and plays the scenes by a certain interval. FACE. Displays and plays the face scenes. PLAYLIST.. Displays and plays the playlist of movies. PLAYBACK SET DATA CODE.. Displays the detailed recording data during playback.

(EDIT) category

DELETE DELETE.. Deletes movies. DELETE.. Deletes photos. PROTECT PROTECT.. Protects movies to avoid deleting. PROTECT.. Protects photos to avoid deleting. DIVIDE. Divides movies. PHOTO CAPTURE*1*2*3. Captures photos from desired scenes of movies. MOVIE DUB*1*2 DUB by select. Selects movies and dub. DUB by date. Dubs all movies of a specified date. DUB ALL. Dubs all saved movies in a playlist. PHOTO COPY*1*2 COPY by select. Selects photos and copy. COPY by date. Copies all photos of a specified date. PLAYLIST EDIT ADD. Adds movies in a playlist. ADD by date.. Adds movies recorded on a same day at one time in a playlist. ERASE.. Erases movies from a playlist. ERASE ALL.. Erases all movies from a playlist. MOVE.. Changes the order of movies in a playlist.

(OTHERS) category

USB CONNECT USB CONNECT*1. Connects the internal hard disk via USB USB CONNECT*2. Connects the internal memory via USB. USB CONNECT. Connects the memory card via USB. DISC BURN. Allows you to save images onto discs by pressing the button (p.36). BATTERY INFO.. Displays the battery information.

When using a Macintosh, open the [Handbook] [GB] folder in the CD-ROM, then copy [Handbook.pdf]. You need Adobe Reader to read Handycam Handbook. If it is not installed on your computer, you can download it from the Adobe Systems web page: http://www.adobe.com/ Refer to PMB Help for details on the supplied software PMB (p.36).
Select the desired language and the model name of your camcorder, then click [Install]. Install by following the instructions on the screen.
The model name of your camcorder is printed on its bottom surface.

Troubleshooting

If you run into any problems using your camcorder, follow the steps below. Check the list (p.55 to 57), and inspect your camcorder. Remove the power source, attach the power source again after about 1 minute, and turn the camcorder on. Press RESET (p.64, 65) using a pointed object, and turn the camcorder on. If you press RESET, all settings, including the clock setting, are reset. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
The camcorder does not operate even when the power is set to on.
Your camcorder may be required to initialize or change the current internal recording media of your camcorder, depending on the problem. In the event of this, the data stored on the internal recording media will be deleted. Be sure to save the data on the internal recording media on other media (backup) before sending your camcorder for repair. We will not compensate you for any loss of internal recording media data. During repair, we may check a minimum amount of data stored on the internal recording media in order to investigate the problem. However, your Sony dealer will neither copy nor retain your data. See the Handycam Handbook (p.54) for details on the symptoms of your camcorder, and PMB Help (p.36) on connecting your camcorder to a computer.
It takes a few seconds for your camcorder to be ready to shoot after the power is turned on. This is not a malfunction. Disconnect the AC Adaptor from the wall outlet (wall socket) or remove the battery pack, then reconnect it after about 1 minute. If your camcorder still does not work, press RESET (p.64, 65) using a pointed object. (If you press RESET, all settings, including the clock setting, are reset.) The temperature of your camcorder is extremely high. Turn off the camcorder and leave it for a while in a cool place. The temperature of your camcorder is extremely low. Leave the camcorder with the power turned on. If you still cannot operate your camcorder, turn off the camcorder and take it to a warm place. Leave the camcorder there for a while, then turn on the camcorder.

Color temperature: [AUTO], [ONE PUSH], [INDOOR] (3200K), [OUTDOOR] (5800K) Minimum illumination 3lx (lux) ([AUTO SLW SHUTTR] is set to [ON], shutter speed 1/25 second)

Input/Output connectors

A/V Remote Connector: Video/audio output jack USB jack: mini-AB (DCR-SR58E/SR78E/SX33E/SX34E/SX53E: output only)
Mass (approx.) DCR-SR58E/SR68E/SR78E/SR88E: 280g (9oz) main unit only 320g (11oz) including the supplied rechargeable battery pack DCR-SX33E/SX34E/SX43E/SX44E/SX53E/ SX63E: 190g (6oz) main unit only 230g (8oz) including the supplied rechargeable battery pack and memory card
AC Adaptor AC-L200C/AC-L200D
Power requirements: AC 100V - 240V, 50Hz/60Hz Current consumption: 0.35A - 0.18A Power consumption: 18W Output voltage: DC 8.4V* Operating temperature: 0C to 40C (32 F to 104 F) Storage temperature: 20C to + 60C (-4 F to +140 F) Dimensions (approx.): 81mm (115/16 13/16 31/4in.) (w/h/d) excluding the projecting parts Mass (approx.): 170g (6.0oz) excluding the power cord (mains lead)
* See the label on the AC Adaptor for other
Picture: 6.7cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9) Total number of pixels: 230400 (960 240)

General

Power requirements: DC 6.8 V/7.2 V (battery pack) DC 8.4V (AC Adaptor) Average power consumption: During camera recording, using LCD screen at normal brightness: DCR-SR58E/SR68E/SR78E/SR88E: 2.0W DCR-SX33E/SX34E/SX43E/SX44E/SX53E/ SX63E: 1.8W Operating temperature: 0C to 40C (32 F to 104 F) Storage temperature: 20C to + 60C (-4 F to +140 F) Dimensions (approx.) DCR-SR58E/SR68E/SR78E/SR88E 107mm (21/4 25/8 41/4in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts 115mm (21/4 25/8 45/8in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts, and the supplied rechargeable battery pack attached DCR-SX33E/SX34E/SX43E/SX44E/SX53E/ SX63E 103mm (2 21/4 41/8in.) (w/h/d) including the projecting parts 112mm (2 21/4 41/2in.) (w/ h/d) including the projecting parts, and the supplied rechargeable battery pack attached

specifications.

Rechargeable battery pack NP-FV30
Maximum output voltage: DC 8.4V Output voltage: DC 7.2V Maximum charge voltage: DC 8.4V Maximum charge current: 2.12A Capacity typical: 3.6Wh (500mAh) minimum: 3.6Wh (500mAh) Type: Li-ion Design and specifications of your camcorder and accessories are subject to change without notice. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Expected charging and running time for the supplied battery pack (in minute)

Recording media

Charging time (full charge) Continuous recording time Typical recording time Playback time

Bottom

Upper left
Indicator Meaning MENU button Self-timer recording MICREF LEVEL low WIDE SELECT BLT-IN ZOOM MIC 60 min Remaining battery Recording folder of memory card VIDEO LIGHT Return button 100/112
Indicator Meaning [FACE DETECTION] set to [OFF] Manual focus SCENE SELECTION White balance SteadyShot off SPOT MTR/FCS/SPOT METER/EXPOSURE TELE MACRO Backlight OPTION button VIEW IMAGES button Slide show button 101-0005 Data file name Protected image Index button Quick reference

Center

Indicator [STBY]/[REC] Meaning Recording status Photo size Slide show set Warning Playback mode

Upper right

Indicator Meaning Recording mode (HQ/ SP/LP) Recording/playback/ editing media Counter (hour:minute: second)
Indicators and their positions are approximate and may differ from what you actually see. Some indicators may not appear, depending on your camcorder model.

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Parts and controls
Figures in ( ) are reference pages. DCR-SR58E/SR68E/SR78E/SR88E
LCD screen/Touch panel If you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees, you can close the LCD panel with the LCD screen facing out. This is convenient during playback operations.
Built-in microphone Lens (Carl Zeiss lens) LENS COVER switch LED VIDEO LIGHT A/V Remote Connector (28)

Speaker

(VIEW IMAGES) button (25) (DISC BURN) button (36) POWER button (15) RESET button
Press RESET using a pointed object. Press RESET to initialize all the settings including the clock setting.
PHOTO button (24) Speaker Lens (Carl Zeiss lens) LENS COVER switch LED VIDEO LIGHT Built-in microphone

(movie)/

(photo) lamp (21)
MODE button (21) (Backlight) button LIGHT button Press to light up the LIGHT. (USB) jack (34, 36, 37, 40, 42) (DCR-SR58E/SR78E: output only)
(VIEW IMAGES) button (25) (DISC BURN) button (36) POWER button (19) RESET button
(Backlight) button MODE button (21)
Power zoom lever PHOTO button (24) CHG (charge) lamp (12) Battery pack (12) DC IN jack (12) START/STOP button (22) Grip belt (20) Hook for a shoulder belt BATT (battery) release lever (13) Tripod receptacle Attach a tripod (sold separately) to the tripod receptacle using a tripod screw (sold separately: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5mm (7/32 in.)). Access lamp (memory card) (18) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data. Memory card slot (18)
(movie)/ (photo) lamp (21) LIGHT button
Press to light up the LIGHT.
(USB) jack (34, 36, 37, 40, 42) (DCR-SX33E/SX34E/SX53E: output only)

Power zoom lever PHOTO button (24) Battery pack CHG (charge) lamp (12) START/STOP button (22) Grip belt (20) DC IN jack (12) Memory card slot (18) BATT (battery) release lever (13) A/V Remote Connector (28) Tripod receptacle Attach a tripod (sold separately) to the tripod receptacle using a tripod screw (sold separately: the length of the screw must be less than 5.5 mm (7/32 in.)). Access lamp (memory card) (18) While the lamp is lit or flashing, the camcorder is reading or writing data.

Symbols

Internal memory..17.
Saving images in external media..40 Screen indicators..63 Self-diagnosis display.56 Setting the date and time.15 Software..33 Specifications.59 Supplied items..5

16:9..29 4:3..29

LANGUAGE SET.16
A/V connecting cable.28, 45 Altitude..8
Macintosh..33 Maintenance..57 MEDIA SETTINGS..17. Memory card..18 Memory Stick media.18 Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo media..18. Memory Stick PRO Duo media..18 Menus..48, 51. MOVIE MEDIA SET.17 Movies..22, 25 MY MENU..48 MY MENU SETTING.48

Battery pack..12.

Capturing photos from a movie..39 Care..57 Charging the battery pack..12 Charging the battery pack abroad..14 CLOCK SET..15 Computer..33 Computer system.33. Copy...19 Copying a disc..39. Creating a disc..38, 42
Thumbnail.31 Troubleshooting.55. Turning the power on..15 TV..28. TV TYPE..28
USB cable..42, 44 USB CONNECT..42, 44
One Touch Disc Burn..36 Operation beeps.16 Operation flow.9 OPTION MENU..50
VIEW IMAGES..25 VISUAL INDEX.25 Volume..26
DATA CODE.16 DATE/TIME..16 DELETE..31 Disc recorder..45 Dubbing..19 DVDirect Express.42 DVD writer..42, 44
Parts and controls.64 PHOTO MEDIA SET..17 Photos..24, 25 Playback..25 PMB (Picture Motion Browser)..33, 36 PMB Help..36 Power on..15 Precautions..57
Wall outlet (wall socket).12 Warning indicators..56 Windows..33

Zoom..22

Editing movies..39 External media..40

Fully charged..12

Rec & zoom buttons on LCD..22 Recording..22 Recording and playback time.61 Recording media..17 Repair..55 RESET..65

Handycam Handbook.54.

You will find the menu lists on pages 51 to 53.
Install..33. Internal hard disk.17
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Never miss a Moment.

Because every Moment is worth reliving
Time flies. Babies become toddlers. Toddlers become Kids. Kids grow and become young boys or girls. They turn older and start new lives, new families of their own. And then one day all were left with is memories in our head. Some well forget and some well never remember. Some others we werent around to enjoy. What if we could turn back time whenever we wanted to? What if we never ever forgot anything? What if we never missed a moment? With a Sony Handycam you can. You can hold on to the memories of a lifetime. Store little moments forever. Moments that make up life for you and the people you love the most. Find one thats best suited for your memories. Never miss a moment.

Introduction

HDR-XR550E

HDR-XR150E

HDR-CX150E

DCR-SR88E

DCR-SR68E

DCR-SX63E

DCR-SX44E

Memory Card

Key Features & Technologies

High Definition

High Definition gives you enhanced picture quality, which is 4.5 times better than Standard Definition. The difference between High Definition Picture quality and conventional Standard Definition is immediately noticeable.
Enjoy Longer Recording Time
Now record your lifetime with the large capacity Hard Disk Drive Handycam models from Sony. The 240GB HDD, can store up to 101 hours of High Definition movie recording and 184 hrs of Standard Definition recording. Variable bit rate (VBR) is used for all video recording modes. The recording density is automatically adjusted. Fast-moving objects and videos with large amount of information are recorded at a higher density while videos with lower amount of information are recorded at a lower density. RECORDING TIME

Mode HDR-XR550E 240GB

Standard Definition SD HQ (9M) SD SP (6M) SD LP (3M) Full HD (24M) Full HD (17M) HD HQ (9M) HD LP (5M) Approx 62 hrs. Approx 88 hrs. Approx 184 hrs. Approx 23 hrs. Approx 29 hrs. 50 min. Approx 59 hrs. 40 mins. Approx 101 hrs.

HDR-XR150E 120GB

Approx. 31 hrs. Approx. 44 hrs. Approx. 92 hrs. Approx 11 hrs Approx 14 hrs. 50 mins. Approx 29 hrs. 30 mins. Approx 50 hrs. 30 mins.

HDR-CX150E 32GB*

Approx 7 hrs. 55 mins. Approx 11 hrs. Approx 23 hrs. 55 min. Approx 2 hrs. 55 mins. Approx 3 hrs. 50 mins Approx 7 hrs. 45 mins. Approx 13 hrs.

DCR-SR88 120GB

Approx 30 hrs. 30 mins. Approx 43 hrs. 40 mins. Approx 91 hrs. 40 mins.

DCR-SR68 80GB

Approx. 20 hrs. Approx. 29 hrs. Approx. 61 hrs.

DCR-SX44 8GB*

Approx 1 hr. 55 mins. Approx 2 hrs. 50 mins. Approx 5 hrs. 50 min.

DCR-SX63 16GB

Approx 3 hr. 55 mins. Approx 5 hrs. 30 mins. Approx 11 hrs. 55 min.
Standard Definition 720H x 480V = Less than 1 million pixels
INCREASE YOUR RECORDING TIME WITH THESE ADD-ONS MEMORY CARDS
SD HQ (9M) Standard SD SP (6M) Definition SD LP (3M) Full HD (24M) Full HD (17M) High Definition HD HQ (9M) HD LP (5M)
Approx 1 hr. 55 mins. Approx 3 hrs. 55 mins Approx 7 hrs. 50 mins Approx 55 mins. Approx 2 hrs 50 mins. Approx 5 hrs. 30 mins Approx 11 hrs. Approx 1 hr. Approx 2 hrs 50 mins. Approx 5 hrs. 50 mins. Approx 11 hrs. 55 mins. Approx 23 hrs. 50 mins. Approx 40 mins. Approx 55 mins. Approx 1 hr. 55 mins. Approx 3 hrs. Approx 1 hr. 25 mins. Approx 1 hr. 55 mins. Approx 3 hrs. 50 mins. Approx 6 hrs. 30 mins. Approx 2 hrs 55 mins. Approx 3 hrs. 45 mins. Approx 7 hrs. 45 mins. Approx 13 hrs.

Full High Definition 1920H x 1080V = 2 million pixels
*HDR-CX150E - 16GB Internal Memory + 16GB Memory Card; DCR-SX44 - 4GB Internal Memory + 4GB Memory Card
12 Mega Pixels Still Image Capture
Simply switch to Photo mode to take still images of up to 12 Mega Pixels (4:3 aspect ratio) or use the Dual Rec. mode to click pictures of up to 8.3* Mega Pixels while your are shooting a video. With the powerful BIONZTM image processor and the new Exmor R Sensor working hand-in-hand, you can now take high resolution images while youre recording a video! Still Image Capture Model

HDR-XR550E HDR-XR150E

Pixels
12 Mega Pixel 3.1 Mega Pixel 3.1 Mega Pixel
*Applicable with HDR-XR550E, HDR-CX150E & HDR-XR150E
*Photo resolutions varies for models.
Exmor R CMOS Sensor & BIONZ Image Processor
A powerful combination of advanced video technologies from Sony delivers remarkably clear video and still images. These include the BIONZ Imaging Processor, which handles enormous amount of image data at extremely high speeds, and the newly enhanced ClearVid CMOS Sensor. This innovative image sensor is renowned for high resolution, sensitivity and now includes advanced technology derived from the Exmor R CMOS Sensor for lower noise and accelerated processing.

Intelligent Auto

Record any scene perfectly with Sonys intelligent Auto (iAuto). This feature has the ability to automatically recognize up to 90# different combinations of scenes and adjust the camera settings accordingly to achieve the best results.
The new Exmor R CMOS Sensor uses backilluminated technology that utilises light more efficiently for smoother action sequences and higher image quality
BIONZ uses pixel interpolation to create 3.6x more visual data than 1920 x 1080 HD.
The result is extraordinarily clear image quality!
ClearVid CMOS Sensor with Exmor R - Derived technology and BIONZTM Imaging Processor combine to give you these advantages over other image sensors: Wider dynamic range delivers richer colours High sensitivity and low noise ensure your images capture every detail Low power consumption for longer recording hours Smear-free images let you shoot easily in bright conditions Allows superb features such as Face Detection, D-Range Optimiser, Smooth Slow Rec and Dual Rec to be realised

*Applicable with HDR-XR550E, HDR-XR150E & HDR-CX150E models.
Carl Zeiss Vario Tessar Lens
Carl Zeiss lenses are known for their high resolution, high contrast and excellent colour reproduction. Enjoy true-to-life recordings with high contrast and rich colours with the Vario-Tessar lens to bring out the best in every captured moment. Sharpness Brilliance and Colour Saturation
*Applicable with HDR-XR550E, HDR-XR150E & HDR-CX150E models. # 90 Scenes with HDR-XR550E. 60 Scenes with HDR-XR150E & CX150E models.
Recording sharp and clear night scenes is now a breeze with iAuto

Built-in LED Video Light

The integrated LED video light is a great addition to help users to shoot video even in a dark environment. Once switched on, your subject will be illuminated with the energy efficient LED light, which is effective for up to 1.5 meters.
*Applicable with DCR-SR68E, DCR-SR88E, DCR-SX44E & DCR-SX63E models.

Distortion-free images

New SteadyShot (Active Mode)
Wobbly images caused by unsteady hands are one of the most common causes of disappointing results when youre shooting without a tripod. If youre not standing absolutely still, this shaking effect becomes even more distracting. SteadyShot with new Active Mode dramatically reduces camera shake for more stable images, even when youre walking along as you shoot. Using this Active Mode, anti-shake performance is improved by up to 10x at wide-angle settings compared with previous-generation Handycam models.

60x Optical Zoom

Get up close and personal to your subjects and see them like you never thought possible with an incredible 60x Optical Zoom! Whether youre an avid bird-watcher, wildlife enthusiast, or just recording a sporting event from high up in the stands, you can now feel as if youre right there beside all the action as its happening.

Without Active Mode

With Active Mode

Actual

*Applicable with HDR-XR150E & HDR-CX150E models. HDR-XR550E with Optical SteadyShot (Active Mode)
*Applicable with DCR-SR88E, DCR-SR68E, DCR-SX63E & DCR-SX44E models.
Face Detection and Smile Shutter
The extremely useful Face Detection & Smile Shutter features are a great help especially at weddings, birthday parties, and other large gatherings. One can prioritise a person so that it automatically optimizes focus, exposure, and colour for the best results. Also, Smile Shutter detects and captures snapshots of smiling faces even when you are recording a video. With these two intelligent features, its certain that youll not miss any special moment ever again! Features of the Face Detection include: Prioritising a person simply by touching the face of the person on the screen Automatically optimises focus, exposure, and colour for the best results Features of the Smile Shutter include: Automatically detecting and capturing smiles Capturing natural and candid shots Taking photos without interrupting video recording

Quick Auto Focus

A new and improved autofocus (AF) system, Quick AF, allows you to focus twice as fast as previous models. Amazingly, this is possible whether in bright daylight or in dimly-lit environments. Thanks to the much improved AF algorithm in Quick AF, you can be assured of fast, accurate, and consistent focus lock even when shooting night scenes!

2x Faster

and more accurate Autofocus

Face Detection

*Applicable with HDR-XR550E, HDR-XR150E, HDR-CX150E models.

Direct Copy and Playback

You tend to take a lot of videos when youre on a vacation, and you often have to spend a considerable amount of time to back them up. With Direct Copy, backing up your videos is fast and easy. Simply connect your Handycam to an external hard disk via a USB adapter and youre done! You can also use various playback modes such as Visual Index, Date Index, or even Highlight Playback to enjoy the videos stored in your newly-created video library.

Child Priority

*Smile Shutter applicable with HDR-XR550E, HDR-XR150E & HDR-CX150E models.
Adult Priority Smile Shutter

DVDirect Express

Exciting holidays, beautiful sceneries, and heart-stopping moments are just some of the highlights you want to share with your loved ones. Thats why the optional DVDirect Express (VRD-MC6) DVD writer is perfect for you. All you need is a USB cable and one press of the One Touch button and you can burn video footages onto a DVD all without a PC! You can create as many DVDs as you want to pass to friends and family, or use it to play back your favourite videos on a large screen TV.

TV t to nec Con

USB Cable

Handycam Camcorder

Connect via USB External Hard Disk
Memory Card/ SD/SDHC Card DVDirect VRD-MC6
VMC-UAM1 - USB Adaptor Cable

Picture Motion Browser

Sonys bundled Picture Motion Browser (PMB) software lets you manage and share your video footages easily and without fuss. With PMB you can organise your movies, trim your videos by removing unwanted scenes, do face-search etc. MOVIE TRACER FACE SEARCH
EXPERIENCE LIFE-LIKE CLARITY WITH HIGH DEFINITION
View your recordings in an interesting 2D panoramic format
Use Face Search to find specific faces in videos
Choose the individual images you want to use.

See your pictures stitched together as one big picture.
Face Detection & Face Recognition

TRANSFER MUSIC

Transfer music files from your PC to Handycam for use during Highlight Playback*

CD or MP3 file

PC software (Music Transfer) Transfer music files and change music for Highlight Playback * Requires separate Music Transfer PC software.

Highlight Playback

View an automatically edited movie clip instantly, complete with transitional effects and background music of your choice, with Highlight Playback. The intelligent Handycam analyses your videos for faces, smiles, and photos taken during video recordings, and extracts them as highlights. This makes it easier for you to search for your favourite videos. You can even store up to 8 favourite scenes* to share with your loved ones as and when you like!

HDR - XR550E

1920x1080 Recording Large Capacity 240GB HDD (up to 101 hrs HD & 184 Hrs of SD Recording) 12MP Still Image Capture Exmor R CMOS Sensor &

HDR - XR150E

1920x1080 Recording Large Capacity 120GB HDD (up to 51 Hrs of HD & 92 Hrs of SD Recording) 3.1MP Still Image Capture Exmor R CMOS Sensor &

HDR - CX150E

1920x1080 Recording Memory Capacity of 32GB (16GB Internal + 16GB Memory Card giving up to 12 Hrs HD & 24Hrs of SD Recording) 3.1MP Still Image Capture Exmor R CMOS Sensor & BIONZ
Highlight Playback boosts movie viewing pleasure

BIONZ Processor

Processor 25x Optical Zoom & 300x Digital Zoom Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens iAuto SteadyShot (Active Mode) Quick Auto-Focus Face Detection & Smile Shutter Compatible with Memory Stick & SD/SDHC Memory Cards Built-in Zoom Mic
10x Optical & 120x Digital Zoom Built-in Wide Angle Sony G Lens iAuto Night Shot & Intelligent Flash Optical SteadyShot (Active Mode) Golf Shot Face Detection & Smile Shutter Quick Auto-focus Built-in Surround Mic
25x Optical & 300x Digital Zoom Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens iAuto SteadyShot (Active Mode) Quick Auto-Focus Face Detection & Smile Shutter Unlimited Dual Recording Built-in Zoom Mic

MRP Rs.59,990/-*

* Replay is not possible if the original images are erased. Applicable with HDR-XR550E/XR150E & CX150E.

MRP Rs.39,990/-*

MRP Rs.29,990/-*
ENOUGH TO CAPTURE YOUR LIFETIME
COMPACT BODY THAT COMPLIMENTS YOUR STYLE

DCR-SR68E DCR-SX44E

Large Capacity 120GB HDD (up to 92 Hrs of SD Recording) 60X Optical & 2000X Digital Zoom Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens On-Board Video Light Face Detection & Face Index SteadyShot Image Stabilisation Built-In Zoom Mic DVDirect Express & Direct Copy HDD & Memory Card Storage options Quick Start-up

Large Capacity 80GB HDD (up to 61 Hrs of SD Recording) 60X Optical & 2000X Digital Zoom Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens On-Board Video Light Face Detection & Face Index SteadyShot Image Stabilisation Built-In Zoom Mic DVDirect Express & Direct Copy HDD & Memory Card Storage options Quick Start-up
16GB Internal Memory (up to 12 Hrs of video recording) 60X Optical & 2000X Digital Zoom Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens On-Board Video Light Face Detection & Face Index SteadyShot Image Stabilisation Built-In Zoom Mic Compatible with Memory Stick & SD/SDHC Memory Cards Quick Start-up
8GB (4GB Internal + 4GB Memory Card giving up to 6 hrs of Video Recording) 60X Optical & 2000X Digital Zoom Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens On-Board Video Light Face Detection & Face Index SteadyShot Image Stabilisation Built-In Zoom Mic Compatible with Memory Stick & SD/SDHC Memory Cards Quick Start-up

MRP Rs.23,990/-*

MRP Rs.19,990/-*

MRP Rs.16,990/-*

MRP Rs.14,990/-*

COMPARATIVE SHEET

Models
HDR-CX150E 16GB Internal Memory Memory Stick PRO DuoTM/ PRO (High Speed)/PRO DuoTM(Mark2)/ PRO-HG DuoTM/SD Memory Card MPEG4-AVC/H.264 Movie Recording on Memory StickTM (16GB Built-in Flash Memory) 25x/300x 3.1 Megapixels 1/4 type Exmor R CMOS Sensor BIONZ Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar (30mm) 2.7 (6.85 cms) type (Wide 16:9) Clear Photo LCD, 230K dots, Touch Panel Yes Built-in Zoom Mic Dolby Digital 2ch. SteadyShot (New Active Mode) Yes (on by default) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes (Mini) Yes (USB 2.0 High Speed) Yes 50 x 56 x 114mm 210g
DCR-SX63E 16GB Internal Memory Memory Stick PRO DuoTM/ PRO (High Speed)/ PRO DuoTM (Mark2)/ PRO-HG DuoTM/SD Memory Card MPEG2-PS Movie Recording on Memory StickTM and SD/ SDHC Memory Card (16GB Built-in Flash Memory) 60x / 2000x 720 x 480 1/8 CCD Vario-Tessar (30mm) 2.7 (6.85 cms) type (Wide 16:9) Clear Photo LCD, 230K dots, Touch Panel No Built-in Zoom Mic Dolby Digital 2ch. SteadyShot Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes (USB 2.0 High Speed) Yes 50 x 55 x 112mm 190g
DCR-SX44E 4GB Internal Memory Memory Stick PRO DuoTM/ PRO (High Speed)/ PRO DuoTM (Mark2)/PRO-HG DuoTM/SD Memory Card MPEG2-PS Movie Recording on Memory StickTM and SD/ SDHC Memory Card (4GB Built-in Flash Memory) 60x / 2000x 720 x 480 1/8 CCD Vario-Tessar (30mm) 2.7 (6.85 cms) type (Wide 16:9) Clear Photo LCD, 230K dots, Touch Panel No Built-in Zoom Mic Dolby Digital 2ch. SteadyShot Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes (USB 2.0 High Speed) Yes 50 x 55 x 112mm 190g

Media Storage Type

240GB Hard Disk Drive

120GB Hard Disk Drive

80GB Hard Disk Drive

Video Codec

MPEG4-AVC/H.264 Movie Recording on Memory StickTM and SD/SDHC Memory Card 10x/120x 12.0 Megapixels 1/2.88 type Exmor R CMOS Sensor BIONZ Built-in Wide-angle Sony G Lens (37mm) 3.5 (8.89 cms) type (Wide 16:9) Xtra Fine LCD, 921.K dots, Touch Panel with TruBlack Yes Built-in Surround Mic Dolby Digital 5.1ch. Optical SteadyShot (New Active Mode, Active lens Method) Yes (on by default) Yes Yes/Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes (Mini) Yes (USB 2.0 High Speed) Yes 70 x 74 x 143mm 500g

MPEG4-AVC/H.264 Movie Recording on Memory StickTM and SD/SDHC Memory Card 25x/300x 3.1 Megapixels 1/4 type Exmor R CMOS Sensor BIONZ Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar (30mm) 2.7 (6.85 cms) type (Wide 16:9) Clear Photo LCD, 230K dots, Touch Panel Yes Built-in Zoom Mic Dolby Digital 2ch. SteadyShot (New Active Mode) Yes (on by default) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes (Mini) Yes (USB 2.0 High Speed) Yes 57 x 67 x 114mm 300g
MPEG2-PS Movie Recording on Memory StickTM and SD/SDHC Memory Card 60x / 2000x 720 x 680 1/8 CCD Vario-Tessar (30mm) 2.7 (6.85 cms) type (Wide 16:9) Clear Photo LCD, 230K dots, Touch Panel No Built-in Zoom Mic Dolby Digital 2ch. SteadyShot Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes (USB 2.0 High Speed) Yes 56 x 65 x 115mm 280g
MPEG2-PS Movie Recording on Memory StickTM and SD/SDHC Memory Card 60x / 2000x 720 x 480 1/8 CCD Vario-Tessar (30mm) 2.7 (6.85 cms) type (Wide 16:9) Clear Photo LCD, 230K dots, Touch Panel No Built-in Zoom Mic Dolby Digital 2ch. SteadyShot Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes (USB 2.0 High Speed) Yes 56 x 65 x 115mm 280g

HYBRID

Optical/Digital Zoom Maximum Still Image Resolution (Photo Mode) Image Sensor Type Image Processor Lens (Filter Diameter) LCD Screen Size Rec. Start/Stop & Zoom buttons on Frame Mic Audio Format Image Stabilisation Built-in LED Video Light Intelligent Auto Golf Shot Night Shot/Intelligent Flash Face Detection Smile Shutter Face Index Quick Auto Focus Direct Copy HDMI Terminal USB Terminal Memory Stick Duo Slot Dimensions Weight

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES

Power in your hands Actiforce Batteries and Chargers
GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR HANDYCAM WITH THESE GREAT ADD-ONS

Portable Protection

Keep your Handycam safe with these stylish carrying cases that also provide protection against everyday knocks and scratches.

Carrying Cases

Never miss capturing another great moment again because of a flat battery. Sonys ActiFORCE Batteries provide compact and longlasting power while the portable travel battery charger will get your batteries up to full charge again quickly.

LCS-X10

LCS-X20

NP-FV50

Basic Cam Battery

6.8V/7.0Wh (1030mAh)

NP-FH70

Higher Capacity Battery

6.8V/12.2Wh (1800mAh)

NP-FV100

Highest Capacity Battery

6.8V/26.5Wh (3900mAh)

LCS-BBD

LCS-MX50

AC-L200

AC Charger

BC-TRV

Battery Charger

See things in another lights Lights & Flashes
Dont let the sun dictate when you can or cannot record. Just snap on this handy light attachment and enjoy round-the-clock shooting capability.
Stunning Sound Microphones
With a microphone, youll be able to capture great quality sound to go with your videos. Use a wireless transmitter to capture all the action from afar.

Take in every detail

Wide Conversion Lenses

Get Closer

Tele-Conversion Lenses
Expand your shooting possibilities with a Wide Conversion Lens thats easy to attach and instantly lets you capture a wider picture. Perfect for those large family.
Get up close and personal to your subjects with an easy-toattach Tele-Conversion Lens. See details and beauty till the screen and easily capture videos of nature or children without being intrusive!

HVL-HL1

HVL-HFL1

ECM-HGZ1

ECM-HW2

Bluetooth Mic

Stay Sensibly Stable Tripods with remote controllers
Troublesome blurs and shaking can ruin even the most picturesque scenes. Keep your recordings clear and stable with these tripods that also freature a remote controller for unrivalled ease of use and convenience when recording.
Without Wide Conversion Lens With Wide Conversion Lens Without Tele-Conversion Lens With Tele-Conversion Lens

VCL-0630X

0.6X Wide Lens

VCL-HA07

0.7X Wide Lens

VCL-2030X

Tele Conversion Lens

VCL-HG1730A

High Grade Tele Conversion Lens

VCT-R640

Basic Tripod

VCT-60AV

Remote Tripod

VCT-80AV

High End Remote Tripod
Glare-Free Shooting Polarising Filters
Expand your shooting possibilities with a Wide Conversion Lens thats easy to attach and instantly lets you capture a wider picture. Perfect for those large family gatherings or panoramic sceneries!

Perfect Light Balance Neutral Density Filters
When shooting under bright conditions or at locations such as at the seaside or around snow, a Neutral Density Filter can help suppress the high light levels for a better balanced shot.
Save the moment Recording Media
With a wide range of portable recording media to choose from, its easy to find one to fit every need and situation.

Memory StickTM

More ways to enjoy Accessories
Get the most of your shooting experience with a wide range of Handycam accessories from Sony. Pick from these popular accessories to ensure that you have a smooth and seamless experience.

Cables LCD Accessories

VMC-15FS 2GB MS-MT2G
Without Polarising Filter With Polarising Filter Without Neutral Density Filter With Neutral Density Filter

VMC-IL4415

4 Pin iLink Cable

PCK-L27WB

LCD Protector

AV Cable

4GB MS-MT4G 8GB MS-MT8G 16GB MS-MT16G VMC-IL4615

6 Pin iLink Cable

VF-30CPKB

Polarizing Filter

VF-30NKB

Neutral Density Filter

VMC-15MHD

Mini HDMI Cable

KK-LC3

Lens Cleaner

COMPATIBILITY CHART
MODEL BATTERY CHARGER CASE LENS/FILTER LIGHT+ FLASH
HVL-HL1 MRP Rs. 2,490/HVL-HFL1 MRP Rs. 6,990/-

TRIPOD

OTHERS

ECM-HGZ1 MRP Rs. 4,350/-

ECM-HW2 MRP Rs. 12,990/-

LCS-X20 MRP Rs. 890/-

VF-30CPKB MRP Rs. 3,990/-

VCT-R640 MRP Rs. 1,990/-

NP-FV50 MRP Rs. 2,990/-

VF-30NKB MRP Rs. 1,990/-

BC-TRV MRP Rs. 2,990/-
VF-HG1730A MRP Rs. 10,990/-
VCL-0630X MRP Rs. 2,490/-

DCR-SR88

NP-FV70 MRP Rs. 4,990/-

LCS-BBD MRP Rs. 690/-

VCL-HA07 MRP Rs. 2,990/-

VCT-60AV MRP Rs. 5,290/-

VMC-15FS MRP Rs. 1,190/-

KK-LC3 MRP Rs. 590/-

VF-30CPKB MRP Rs. 3,990/VF-30NKB MRP Rs. 1,990/-

DCR-SR68

AC-L200 MRP Rs. 2,990/-

DCR-SX63

NP-FV100 MRP Rs. 7,990/-
LCS-MX50 MRP Rs. 1,490/VCT-80AV MRP Rs. 9,990/-

DCR-SX44