Sony DCR-TRV17 (discontinued)

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The DCR-TRV17 delivers a powerful combination of digital video, digital audio and digital still capability with Memory Stick media in a compact design. It also has a 1/4-inch advanced CCD and a 3.5" SwivelScreen LCD display. Additional features include the Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar Lens, 10X optical/120X digital zoom, and a Super LaserLink Wireless Transmission System. Don't let a special moment slip away - turn your moments into memories with the DCR-TRV17. On top of various new features, the DCR-TRV17 incorporates 113, 000 Pixels Color Viewfinder, 120x Digital Zoom, Signal Convert function, MPEG Movie Recording Mode and Still Picture Mode. In addition, users can enjoy up to 10 hours Stamina with M-series InfoLithium Battery System. The DCR-TRV17 is equipped with USB terminal for transmitting images through USB cable directly from Memory Stick to PC at high speed. Besides, the i.LINK DV In / Out Terminal (IEEE1394 Standard) also allows easy digital data transmission between Digital Handycam, DV VCR or PC. With an i.LINK or an infrared remote control, users can choose up to 20 image groups for the highly accurate synchronized editing procedure at one time. Super LaserLink Wireless Transmission system uses infrared light to make a wireless playback connection from the camcorder to the optional receiver and your television up to 26 feet away. Users can have more fun with MPEG Movie Recording Mode, Digital Picture Effect Modes as well as Memory Mix function. With the DCR-TRV17, users can shoot short movie clips of MPEG1 up to 85 minutes and 20 seconds with an optional 128MB Memory Stick. The Digital Picture Effect Modes let users edit pictures in 8 styles, including B&W, Mosaic, Negative Art, Pastel, Sepia, Slim, Solarization and Stretch.

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Sony DCR-TRV17 specifications

• General
• Product Type Camcorder
• Enclosure Color Silver
• Digital Zoom 120 x
• Localization English
• Optical Sensor Size 1/4 in
• Optical Sensor Type CCD
• Min Illumination 5.0 lux
• Image Stabilizer Electronic
• Min Shutter Speed 0.25 sec
• Max Shutter Speed 0.00025 sec
• White Balance Indoor , Automatic , Hold , Outdoor
• Exposure Modes Automatic , Manual
• Camera Flash Pop-up flash
• Flash Modes Auto mode , Red-eye reduction , Forced mode , Flash OFF mode
• Main Features
• Color Support Color
• Still Image Format JPEG
• Remote Control Remote control - Infrared
• TV Tuner None
• Memory / Storage
• Flash Memory 1.0 Flash - Memory Stick
• Floppy Drive None
• Media Type Mini DV
• Lens System
• Type Zoom lens - 3.3 mm - F/1.7
• Focal Length 3.3 mm
• Lens Aperture F/1.7
• Optical Zoom 10 x
• Lens system type Zoom lens
• Min focal length 3.3 mm
• Lens Manufacturer Carl Zeiss
• Filter Size 30.0 mm
• Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera -378.0 mm
• Focus Adjustment Manual , Automatic
• Additional Features
• Edit Functions A/V insert
• Low Lux / Night Mode Yes
• 16:9 Mode Yes
• Digital Still Camera Function Yes
• Built-in Light Yes
• Software MGI PhotoSuite
• Included Accessories Lens cap
• Viewfinder
• Viewfinder Type LCD
• Viewfinder Resolution 113000.0 pixels
• Display
• Type LCD display - 3.5 in - Monochrome
• Microphone
• Type Microphone - Built-in
• Connections
• Connector Type 1.0 x Control-L (LANC) ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ) , 1.0 x Headphones ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ) , 1.0 x Composite video/audio (input/output) ( 4 pin FireWire ) , 1.0 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK) , 1.0 x USB , S-Video input / output , Microphone
• Expansion Slot(s) 1.0 x Memory Stick
• Audio Input
• Audio input type Microphone
• Microphone type Built-in
• Miscellaneous
• Carrying Case None
• Tripod None
• Cables Included 1.0 x USB cable , 1.0 x A/V cable
• Power
• Power Device Power adapter - External
• Battery
• Supported Battery 1.0 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )
• Manufacturer Warranty
• Service & Support 1 year warranty
• Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Labor - 1 year , Limited warranty - Parts - 90 days
• Viewfinder / Display
• Display Form Factor Rotating
• Display Format 246000.0 pixels
• Viewfinder Color Support Color
• Physical Characteristics
• Width 2.9 in
• Depth 6.9 in
• Height 3.7 in
• Weight 1.5 lbs
• Body Material Plastic