Sony
DCR SR 65 (40GB) HDD Handycam
25x Optical Zoom , 2.7" Touch Screen
LCD , HYBRID
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Accessories | Technical Specification
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Sony's DCRSR65 HDD Handycam Camcorder
with 40GB Capacity, HYBRID Versatility & Supplied Handycam Station.
The built-in 40GB hard disk drive makes switching tapes a thing of
the past.

The DCR-SR65 HDD Handycam camcorder
combines exceptional digital video and enhanced usability. Record
directly to the HDD Handycam with no need for extra media thanks to
its built-in, high-capacity 40GB Hard Disk Drive. Equipped with HDD
Smart Protection shock absorbing technology, the DCR-SR65 ensures
your footage is safe from accidental drops and vibration. Excellent
video quality with the 1.0 Megapixel sensor and enjoy high
resolution Digital Still Image function. Enhanced Memory Stick Duo™
media and PictBridge™ direct printing compatibility offer even more
ways to store and share your images. From movies to digital
pictures, the precision-crafted Vario-Tessar® Lens from Carl Zeiss®,
the leader in optics technology, always maintains a distortion-free
image. Powerful 25x Optical Zoom gets you closer to your subject
without picture degradation and the built-in zoom microphone will
let you hear what you’re seeing. The 2.7” Wide LCD and Touch Panel
feature offers quick access to essential functions and the
flexibility to shoot from any angle while maintaining a clear view
of the display. Experience the brilliant picture and shooting ease
of the DCR-SR65 HDD Handycam camcorder from Sony.

Salient Features of Sony DCR SR 65 HDD
Handycam

40GB High-Capacity Hard Disk Drive
Record up to 27.5 hours of digital video (over 9.5 hours in HQ mode
for DVD-quality video) without the need for external or extra media.
The impressive capacity allows for extensive digital video recording
directly to the camcorder Hard Disk Drive.
One-Touch Disc Burn with Handycam®
Station
For simple connectivity to your TV or PC. There’s no need to
rearrange cables or wires when recharging the battery or playing
recorded footage. With the added convenience of One-Touch Disc Burn,
you can archive your memories on DVD quickly and easily with a
compatible PC and DVD burner.
HDD Smart Protection
Built-in Shock Absorbers protect the hard disk drive from damage
when accidentally dropped or mishandled. 3G Sensor technology
automatically detects falling and removes the HDD write head from
the hard disk to make sure your video is safely guarded. Once
stabilized, the buffered video stream resumes recording and footage
is preserved seamlessly.
Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar® Lens
Carl Zeiss has teamed up with Sony to deliver high-detail digital
video. The quality and precision of the Vario-Tessar lens guarantees
a crisp, distortion-free picture. Capture every moment with
true-to-life image accuracy and spectacular clarity.
1.0 Megapixel Digital Still Camera
Function with PictBridge™
Record spectacular digital video and capture stunning,
high-resolution still images. Connect directly to your PictBridge
compatible printer for amazing prints with vibrant colour.

2.7" 16:9 Wide Hybrid Touch Panel
LCD
For clear video in any lighting environment, the Hybrid LCD features
recording and zoom buttons on the display frame. Manually adjust the
exposure and focus by simply tapping the LCD thanks to the
convenient Touch Panel feature.
25x Optical Zoom
Get closer to your subject without picture degradation with the 25x
Optical Zoom. For enhanced shooting, use the powerful Digital Zoom
to capture distant subjects and far-away shots with exceptional ease
and clarity.
Built-in Zoom Microphone
The DCR-SR65’s built-in microphone works with camcorder’s zoom
function to focus on the sound coming from the subject in your
viewfinder.
Memory Stick Duo™ media slot
Record movies directly to your Memory Stick Duo or transfer your
data via high-speed USB 2.0 connection from your Memory Stick Duo
media to your PC. This convenient way to store and transfer data
allows you to connect to a variety of hardware and software
applications, including the supplied ‘Picture Motion Browser’
software.

InfoLITHIUM™ Battery System
By exchanging data such as consumption rates and remaining battery,
Sony’s unique battery system never leaves you short. InfoLITHIUM
batteries can also be recharged without the “memory effect” common
to Ni-Cad batteries.
STAMINA™ Battery Performance
Enjoy over 9 full hours of continuous recording on a single charge
with the optional NP-FH100 Battery Pack. Record and relive moments
with the Sony HDD Handycam camcorder powered by the long-lasting and
reliable STAMINA Battery Pack.
Easy Handycam® Button
Switches the camcorder to automatic mode and adjusts the LCD to
display and enlarge essential icons such as power and remaining
storage. Experience all the shooting power of the DCR-SR65 HDD
Handycam camcorder with simple-to-use features.
Super SteadyShot®
Controls and steadies a high range of shake and vibration
frequencies when zooming in on the subject from a distance. Super
SteadyShot image stabilization ensures your digital home videos come
out with an advanced level of smoothness.

Super NightShot™ plus
The advanced slow shutter system works beyond basic infrared
recording, replacing dark, green-lit images with vibrant colour. By
eliminating residual images or ghost trails, Super NightShot plus
creates amazing still images and high-action video.
Active Interface Shoe
Connect lights or external microphones to the HDD Handycam without
the need for extra cables or connections. By automatically
recognizing the added accessory, the Active Interface Shoe expands
your world of personal digital video recording.
Plus More Great Features:
- Remote Commander® Control
Included

Standard Accessories with Sony
DCR SR 65 HDD Handycam
-
Power
Adapter/In-Camera Charger
-
InfoLITHIUM®
Rechargeable Battery
-
Remote Commander®
Remote Control
-
Multi A/V Cable
(Stereo)
-
USB Cable
-
Application CD-ROM
w/ Driver


Technical Specifications
of Sony DCR SR 65 HDD Handycam |
Imaging
Device |
1/6" Advanced HAD™ CCD Imager
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Pixel
Gross |
1070K |
Recording
Media |
30GB Non-Removable Hard Disk
Drive, Memory Stick Duo™ Media, Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media |
Recording
and Playback Times |
40GB Non-Removable Hard Disk
Drive, Memory Stick Duo™ Media, Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media
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Video
Actual |
690K Pixels (4:3), 670K Pixels
(16:9) |
Still
Actual |
1000K Pixels (4:3), 750K Pixels
(16:9) |
Processor |
N/A |
Video Resolution |
720 x 480 |
Still Picture Resolution |
1 megapixel |
35mm
Equivalent |
43 - 1075mm (4:3 Camera Mode),
41 - 1189mm (16:9 Camera Mode) |
Aperture |
F1.8 - 3.2
|
Exposure
|
Touch Panel
|
Filter
Diameter |
30mm |
Focal
Distance |
2.5 - 62.5mm |
Focus
|
Full range auto / Manual (Touch
Panel) |
Progressive Shutter
Mode |
Yes |
Shutter
Speed |
Auto, 1/30 - 1/250 (Scene
Selection Mode) |
Optical
Zoom |
25x |
Digital
Zoom |
2000x |
Lens
Type |
Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar® |
Video Signal System |
NTSC color, EIA standards |
Format Supported |
SD (MPEG2) |
Audio Format |
Dolby® Digital 2 channel
|
LCD
|
2.7" wide (16:9) hybrid touch
panel LCD display (123k pixels)
|
Viewfinder |
N/A |
Microphone |
Built-in Zoom Microphone |
Flash |
N/A
|
Memory Stick slot |
Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media
|
Manual / Auto Lens Cover |
Manual
|
Assignable Dial |
N/A
|
S/S & Zoom button on LCD |
Yes |
LANC Terminal |
Accesible via A/V Remote
Terminal
|
Analog Audio/Video Output(s) |
Included (via A/V Remote
Terminal) |
Audio/Video Remote Terminal |
Video/S Video/Audio/LANC |
Digital Audio/Video Output(s) |
N/A |
USB Port(s) |
Hi-speed (2.0 compliant) |
i.LINK® Interface |
N/A |
Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s) |
N/A |
Headphone Jack |
N/A |
Microphone Input |
N/A |
S-Video Output(s) |
Included in A/V Remote |
HDMI™ Connection Output(s) |
N/A |
Active Interface Shoe |
Yes |
USB Streaming |
N/A |
SteadyShot® Image Stabilization |
S-SS |
White
Balance |
Auto, Outdoor, Indoor, One-push
(touch panel) |
Memory Stick PRO™ Media
Compatibility |
Tested to support up to 8GB
media capacity; does not support high speed transfer
function; does not support Access Control security function.
|
Still
Image Mode(s) |
JPEG |
Minimum
Illumination |
8lux (Auto Slow Shutter ON,
Shutter Speed 1/30) |
Face Detection |
N/A |
Hybrid |
Yes |
Hybrid Plus |
N/A |
Quick On |
Yes |
BRAVIA® Sync™ |
N/A |
Dual Record |
N/A |
Easy Operation |
Yes |
Multiple Language Display |
Yes |
Slide Show Mode |
Yes |
Scene Mode(s) |
Auto, Twilight, Candle, Sunrise
& Sunset, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait (Soft Portrait),
Spotlight, Sports, Beach, Snow |
Picture Effect(s) |
Monotone, Sepia, Pastel |
Digital Picture Effect(s) |
Old Movie |
PictBridge Compatible |
Yes |
Dynamic Range Optimizer |
N/A |
Low Light Capability |
S-NS plus |
Fader Effect(s) |
Black, White |
Face Index |
Yes |
Film Roll Index |
Yes |
Photo Capture from Movie |
Yes |
Dubbing Button |
Yes (Camera body & Handycam
Station) |
PhotoTV HD |
N/A |
Power Consumption |
3.0W (VF/LCD) |
Battery Type |
InfoLITHIUM® with AccuPower™
Meter System (NP-FH40) |
Power Requirements |
7.2V (battery pack); 8.4V (AC
Adaptor) |
Operating System Compatibility |
Microsoft® Windows® 2000
Professional, XP Home, XP Professional, Windows Vista |
Supplied Software |
Picture Motion Browser
Ver.3.0.00 |
Dimensions (WxHxD) |
3 x 3 1/8 x 4 1/2 inch
(76.3x76.6x112.8mm) |
Weight |
14 oz (400g) with Battery |
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