Samsung SC-D363 - camcorder - Mini DV

Description: The Samsung SC-D363 is a MiniDV-based, ultra-compact camcorder.Compared to other ultra-compact camcorders on the market, it is very inexpensive at around $235.

Pros: Supports manual focus, which helps savvy users to tape in hard-to-focus situations.

Cons: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: Made for capturing the everyday moments, since it easily slips into your jacket or bag.

Value: Given its very inexpensive price, this camcorder has great features for the money.

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• Manufacturer: Samsung
• Part Number: SC-D363

• General

• Product Type Camcorder
• Optical Sensor Size 1/6"
• Optical Sensor Type CCD
• Digital Video Format MPEG-4
• Special Effects Art, Sepia, Emboss, Mirror, Mosaic, Pastel, Negative, Black & White
• Image Stabilizer Electronic
• Digital Scene Transition Black fader
• Min Shutter Speed 1/60 sec
• Max Shutter Speed 1/10000 sec
• Shooting Modes Frame movie mode, Digital photo mode
• Shooting Programs Spotlight, Sand & snow, Sports mode, Portrait mode, Hi-speed shutter
• White Balance Custom, Presets, Automatic
• White Balance Presets Indoor, Outdoor
• Exposure Modes Manual, Program, Automatic
• Webcam Capability Yes
• Widescreen Video Capture Yes

• Main Features

• Color Support Color
• Still Image Format JPEG
• TV Tuner None
• Video Capture MPEG-4 - 720 x 480

• Memory / Storage

• Supported Flash Memory MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card
• Image Storage JPEG 800 x 600
• Media Type Mini DV
• Recording Speed LP, SP

• Lens System

• Type Zoom lens - F/1.6
• Lens Aperture F/1.6
• Lens system type Zoom lens
• Filter Size 27 mm
• Focus Adjustment Manual, Automatic
• Zoom Adjustment Motorized drive

• Additional Features

• DV input Yes
• Edit Functions Audio dubbing
• Low Lux / Night Mode Yes
• Digital Still Camera Function Yes
• Search Modes Photo search, Record search
• Additional Features PictBridge support, USB 2.0 compatibility, Backlight compensation
• Time Code Yes
• Included Accessories Lens cap

• Viewfinder

• Viewfinder Type LCD

• Display

• Type LCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.5 in - Color

• Digital Player (Recorder)

• Type None

• Microphone

• Type Microphone - Built-in
• Microphone Features Wind noise reduction

• Connections

• Connector Type 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK) ( 4 pin FireWire ), 1 x USB ( Mini-USB Type B ), 1 x Composite video/audio output, 1 x Microphone ( Mini-phone 3.5 mm )
• Expansion Slot(s) 1 x MultiMediaCard, 1 x SD Memory Card, 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire)

• Audio Input

• Audio input type Microphone
• Microphone type Built-in
• Microphone Operation Mode Stereo

• System Requirements for PC Connection

• Operating System Support MS Windows 98, MS Windows XP, MS Windows 2000, Apple Mac OS 9.0 or later
• Peripheral Devices USB port, IEEE 1394 port

• Miscellaneous

• Cables Included A/V cable, USB cable

• Power

• Power Device Power adapter - External
• Power AC 120/230 V

• Battery

• Supported Battery 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )

• Viewfinder / Display

• Display Form Factor Rotating
• Display Format 112,000 pixels
• Viewfinder Color Support Color

• Physical Characteristics

• Width 2.1 in
• Depth 4.1 in
• Height 3.7 in
• Weight 12.3 oz

Samsung

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.samsungusa.com/
• Address: 105 Challenger Road, Ridgefield Park, NJ. 07660
• Phone: 1-800-726-7864
• Fax: 1-973-601-6001