Entered CNET Catalog:
03/21/2003
SKU: DCR-IP7E
Manufacturer: Sony Electronics, Inc.
Manufacturer description
Enabled by the revolutionary MICROMV recording format, the new compact Sony Network Handycam IP DCR-IP7E offers unmatched picture and sound quality, plus Bluetooth technology for wireless digital connectivity. The MICROMV cassette, known as MGR60, measures 70 percent smaller than existing Mini DV cassettes, radically changing the boundaries of how small a video camera or digital camcorder can go. The DCR-IP7E is the first model in the new generation of high-quality, user-friendly digital camcorders.
The Network Handycam IP comes complete with Bluetooth wireless technology. This means that users enjoy wireless connection and data transfer with the DCR-IP7E - they can browse the Web, send e-mail, or access picture and text-messaging facilities, while on the go with a compatible Bluetooth enabled mobile phone. Internet applications, like the Internet browser, e-mail user interface, can be viewed on the LCD screen. The built-in alphanumeric character input screen allows users to enter Internet addresses and text messages easily from the unit. The Network Handycam IP may be linked to a Sony Bluetooth 56K modem adaptor, BTA-NW1 or to a compatible Bluetooth enabled mobile phone. Hence, with all these capabilities, the Network Handycam IP camcorders are perfect travel mates, giving users the power to go wherever they want and get connected anytime.
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Sony Handycam DCR-IP7E specifications
- General
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Product Type
Camcorder
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Enclosure Color
Silver
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Digital Zoom
120.0 x
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Localization
English
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Optical Sensor Size
1/6"
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Optical Sensor Type
CCD
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Min Illumination
7.0 lux
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Analog Video Format
PAL
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Digital Video Format
MPEG-2
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Special Effects
Monotone
, Slim
, Negative Art
, Trail
, Sepia
, Old Movie
, Stretch
, Solarization
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Image Stabilizer
Electronic (Super Steady Shot)
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Digital Scene Transition
Bounce fader
, Monotone fader
, Black fader
, Mosaic fader
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Min Shutter Speed
0.25 sec
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Max Shutter Speed
0.0013333333 sec
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Shooting Modes
Digital photo mode
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Shooting Programs
Landscape
, Portrait mode
, Sunset & moon
, Spotlight
, Beach & ski
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White Balance
Automatic
, Presets
, Custom
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White Balance Presets
Indoor
, Outdoor
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Exposure Modes
Program
, Automatic
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Camera Flash
None
- Main Features
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Color Support
Color
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Remote Control
Remote control - Infrared
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Media Included Qty
1.0
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TV Tuner
None
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Video Capture
MPEG
- Memory / Storage
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Flash Memory
1.0 x 8.0 MB Flash - Memory Stick
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Floppy Drive
None
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Image Storage
Fine JPEG 640 x 480
, Standard JPEG 640 x 480
-
Media Type
Micro MV
- Lens System
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Type
Zoom lens - 2.3 mm - 23.0 mm - F/1.7-2.3
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Focal Length
2.3 mm - 23.0 mm
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Lens Aperture
F/1.7-2.3
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Optical Zoom
10.0 x
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Lens system type
Zoom lens
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Min focal length
2.3 mm
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Max focal length
23.0 mm
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Auto Focus
TTL contrast detection
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Lens Manufacturer
Carl Zeiss
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Filter Size
30.0 mm
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Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera
-396.0 mm
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Focus Adjustment
Automatic
, Manual
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Zoom Adjustment
Motorized drive
- Additional Features
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DV input
Yes
-
Clock / Timer
Yes
-
Self Timer
Yes
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Low Lux / Night Mode
Yes
-
16:9 Mode
Yes
-
Title Generator
Yes
-
Search Modes
Photo search
, Date search
, End search
, Index search
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Additional Features
Date/time stamp
, Progressive scan CCD system
, Built-in speaker
, Digital noise reduction
, DPOF support
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Software
MGI PhotoSuite
, Sony MovieShaker
, MGI VideoWave
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Included Accessories
Bluetooth adapter
, Lens cap
, Cleaning tape
, Hand strap
- Viewfinder
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Viewfinder Type
LCD
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Viewfinder Diagonal Size
0.44 in
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Viewfinder Resolution
180000.0 pixels
- Display
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Type
LCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.5 in - Color
- Digital Player (Recorder)
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Type
None
- Microphone
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Type
Microphone - Built-in
- Connections
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Connector Type
1.0 x Composite video/audio (input/output)
, 1.0 x S-Video input / output
, 1.0 x USB
, 1.0 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK)
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Expansion Slot(s)
1.0 x Memory Stick
- Audio Input
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Audio input type
Microphone
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Microphone type
Built-in
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Microphone Operation Mode
Stereo
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Microphone Technology
Electret condenser
- Miscellaneous
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Carrying Case
None
-
Tripod
None
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Cables Included
1.0 x IEEE 1394 cable
, 1.0 x S-Video cable
, 1.0 x USB cable
, 1.0 x A/V cable
- Power
-
Power Device
Power adapter - External
-
Run Time (Up To)
80.0 min
- Battery
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Supported Battery
1.0 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )
- Manufacturer Warranty
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Service & Support
1 year warranty
-
Service & Support Details
Limited warranty - Labor - 1 year
, Limited warranty - Parts - 90 days
- Viewfinder / Display
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Display Form Factor
Rotating
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Display Format
211200.0 pixels
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Viewfinder Color Support
Color
- Expansion / Connectivity
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Wireless Connection
Yes (Bluetooth)
- Physical Characteristics
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Width
1.9 in
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Depth
3.1 in
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Height
4.1 in
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Weight
0.7 lbs