2 Mega Pixel CCD The 1/3.6-inch Charged Coupled Device provides stunning detail and clarity, with 530 lines of video resolution. Captures high quality still images (1600 x 1200) resolution and stores them on a removable Memory Stick Duo storage media.  Advanced HAD CCD Enhanced (Hole Accumulation Diode) CCD design allows more light to reach the imager, which reduces video noise to improve signal to noise ratio.  Easy Handycam Button Using a camcorder can be intimidating for some people, so with a press of the Easy Handycam button, most of the advanced functions of the camcorder are locked out leaving only the buttons essential for recording operational.  Analog-to-Digital Conversion with Pass-Through The camcorder analog inputs feature a built-in Analog-to-Digital converter that will convert your analog video/audio to a digital signal that can either be recorded to tape or passed through the i.Link interface to a compatible computer.  Professional Quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T Lens Offers an advanced multi-layer coating system, with substantial reduction of glare and lens flare over other systems. The result is vivid image brilliance with outstanding contrast and accurate color rendition across the spectrum.  USB Streaming You can stay connected with friends and family by broadcasting live video with audio via the internet with a USB interface. You can even play back your favorite recorded scene stored on tape. It's like having a web camera and video conferencing system.  MPEG Movie EX Capture up to 60 seconds of MPEG encoded video, and store it directly to Memory Stick Media. Or, convert up to 60 seconds of digital video to an MPEG Movie for e-mailing. Take the "Best of" scene recorded on video tape, convert it to an MPEG Movie, and share it with family and friends via the internet. MPEG movie can be captured onto Sony's Memory Stick Duo.  Control L (Lanc) The Control-L protocol connects camcorders, VCRs and editing controllers for precise control and ease of use during editing or dubbing.  Super NightShot Plus Infrared System An advanced version of Sonys NightShot Infrared system that allows users to record natural color images in low light conditions, but without the blurring common with other low light recording systems.  Manual Focus Ring Allows you to adjust the camcorder's focus for more creativity. Also allows the user to control the focus in difficult shooting situations.  14-bit DXP Captures the dynamic range between light and dark areas of your subject, providing an overall improvement and more natural picture reproduction - without losing detail such as highlights and shadows  Intelligent Pop-Up Flash Provides the appropriate amount of flash for optimum brightness and color accuracy in virtually any lighting condition, when shooting still images.  Full Specifications: System:  PAL  Format  Mini DV (6mm Digital)  CCD:  1/3.6" 2.1 Mega-Pixel CCD 2,110k Pixels Actual Video Pixels 1,080k Actual Still Pixels 1,920k  Audio:  PCM Digital Stereo, 12-bit/32kHz/4ch, 16-bit/48kHz/2ch   Zoom:  10x Optical, 120x Digital  Lens:  Carl Zeiss Lens, 4.5-45mm f/1.8-2.1 (for 35mm Conversion 52-520mm)  Filter Size:  37mm  Image Stabilizer:  Yes - Super Steady Shot  Lux:  7 lux Super Nightshot Plus: 0 lux  Viewfinder:  Precision Color Viewfinder - 123,000 pixels LCD Monitor:  3.5" Hybrid Color Touch Panel LCD with 123,000 Pixels  Manual Controls:  Focus (Ring), Exposure - 24 Steps White Balance - Indoor, Outdoor, Hold Shutter Speed 1/4-1/4000 - Program AE Mode  Date & Time  Time Code  Edit Protocol: Control-L (Lanc)  A/V Dubbing: Audio Dub in 12-bit Mode  Line In Recording: Digital & Analog with Pass-Through  Inputs: S-Video (4 pin) 1x with Multi A/V Cable A/V (Mini-RCA) x1 with Multi A/V Cable IEEE-1394 (4-pin) x1  Output:  The same as the Inputs, plus USB Port  Card Slot:  Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick Duo Pro - up to 512MB  Special Effects  Fader  Titler  Built-in Mic  Microphone Input: Mini Stereo  Headphone Jack  Built-in Speaker  Accessory Shoe: Intelligent Hot Shoe  Built-in Light: Intelligent Pop-Up Flash   Tape Loading: Bottom Loading  Power Consumption:  4.4w/100-240v, 50/60Hz  Dimensions (WxHxD):  2-3/4 x 3-5/8 x 6-7/8"  (68 x 89 x 172mm ) Weight: 1 lb 6 oz  630g  Specialties:   Enhanced 16:9 Wide Mode SP/LP Backlight  Step-up from DCR-HC65E:  1/3.6" 2.1 Mega-Pixel CCD with 2,110k Pixels High Quality Still Images 1600 x 1200 Resolution Up to 530 Horizontal Lines of Resolution (vs 520) Vario-Sonnar T Lens 37mm (vs 30mm) Intelligent Pop-Up Flash Enhanced 16:9 Mode Smooth Interval Recording Supplied Accessories: AC-L25 Power Adapter "On Camera Charger"   NP-FP50 InfoLithium Battery Pack - 680 mAh   MSG-M8A 8MB Memory Stick Duo Media   MSAC-M2 Memory Stick Duo Adapter   RMT-831 Wireless Remote Control   CR2025 Battery for Remote   VMC-15FS Multi S-Video-A/V Cable   CD-ROM with USB Driver - Picture Package Software version 1