Even home video enthusiasts are impressed with the range of recording capabilities offered by the HDR-HC3 Handycam camcorder. With HD and SD Recording Modes, you can make the move to HD while retaining compatibility with standard definition equipment. The HC3 sets the industry standard in resolution quality with its ClearVid CMOS Image Sensor, capturing precise detail and superior color reproduction. Dual Record Mode lets you capture 2.3 Megapixel stills while shooting high definition video. And Smooth Slow Recording captures fast movement with precise detail for slow motion playback. Now you can record what you want however you want it. The HC3 is everything you’ve come to expect from one of the world's smallest and lightest consumer camcorders.
Features
Resolution: 2.0 Mpix Video and Still
Zoom: 10x Optical, 80x Digital
Display Screen Size: 2.7"
Viewfinder: Color, 123,000 pixels
Supported Media: MiniDV Cassette, Memory Stick Duo Media*, Memory Stick Pro Duo Media*
White fader, monotone fader, mosaic fader, black fader
Image Stabilizer
Electronic (Super Steady Shot)
White Balance
Custom, automatic, presets
White Balance Presets
Indoor, outdoor
Audio Signal Format
MPEG1 Audio Layer II, PCM
Still Image Format
JPEG
Memory / Storage
Media Type
Mini DV, Memory Stick Duo*, Memory Stick Pro Duo* *Some restrictions may apply. Please refer to the manufacturer site for details.
Included Memory
16 MB Memory Stick Duo
Image Storage
JPEG 2304 x 1728 JPEG 2304 x 1296 JPEG 1600 x 1200 JPEG 640 x 480
Lens System
Type
Zoom lens
Focal Length
5.1 mm to 51 mm
Lens Aperture
F/1.8-2.9
Optical Zoom
10x
Auto Focus
TTL contrast detection
Zoom Adjustment
Motorized drive
Filter Size
30 mm
Viewfinder
Electronic, 123,000 pixels
Display
Type
2.7" TFT Active Matrix LCD Display
Display Form Factor
Rotating
Display Format
123,000 pixels
Additional Features
Touch-screen control, accessories hot shoe, takes photos while movie recording, remote control, built-in microphone
Connectivity
Connector Type
1 x Control-L (LANC) 1 x composite video/audio output 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK) 1 x USB 1 x component video output
Expansion Slot(s)
1 x Memory Stick Duo
Power
1 x Li-ion Rechargeable Battery (included), 80 min. Run Time 1 x External Power Adapter (included)
Dimensions (H x W x D)
3.1" x 3.2" x 5.5"
Weight
19.8 oz
Warranty
One Year Limited Warranty
Includes in the Box
HDR-HC3 Handycam Camcorder Power Adaptor/In Camera Charger InfoLithium Rechargeable Battery Wireless Remote Commander Remote Control Lens Hood Lens Cap A/V Cable Component Video Cable Shoulder Strap 16MB Memory Stick Duo Media USB Cable
Sony HDR-HC3 HDV 1080i Handycam Camcorder Features
2.1 Megapixel ClearVid CMOS Sensor 1/3" ClearVid CMOS Sensor provides stunning detail and clarity with exceptional video and still image performance. Unlike traditional CCD Imagers, CMOS Sensors require less power, providing better battery performance.
HDV Recording Format From the innovators in camcorder technology, Sony’s HDR-HC3 camcorder is one of the industry's smallest and lightest HDV 1080i consumer level camcorders. Now you can record all your memories in true high definition video.
2.7" Wide LCD Display The 2.7" Wide (16:9) LCD screen provides excellent viewing clarity with improved resolution. The 211K pixel LCD screen rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles providing sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback, and the widescreen format makes shooting in 16:9 mode and composing shots even easier.
10x Optical and 80x Digital Zoom Optical zoom helps to bring the action close up from far away. In addition, digital zoom interpolation means that extreme digital zooming is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zoom.
Professional Quality Lens Carl Zeiss lenses like this one have an advanced optical multi layer coating that offers less glare and flare with increased contrast. This results in vivid image brilliance, true-to-life color saturation and perfect renditions of subtle tones. Plus, the additional T coating on the lens further reduces unwanted glare and flare.
Super SteadyShot Image Stabilization System The HDR-HC3's picture stabilization system uses motion sensors to detect and compensate for camera "shake", without compromising picture quality like some other digital stabilization systems.
Sony's Exclusive i.LINK Interface (IEEE 1394) The HDR-HC3 offers a high speed bi-directional digital video/audio communication between two compatible devices equipped with an IEEE1394 interface, including camcorders, digital VCRs, and PCs.
Tele Macro Function This feature is useful for shooting close up shots, without having the camcorder casting a shadow on the subject. Images shot in the Tele Macro Mode will have the subject properly focused with the background unfocussed so that the subject stands out.
Sony HDR-HC3 HDV 1080i Handycam Camcorder Included Items
HDR-HC3 Handycam Camcorder
Power Adaptor/In Camera Charger
InfoLithium Rechargeable Battery
Wireless Remote Commander Remote Control
Lens Hood
Lens Cap
A/V Cable
Component Video Cable
Shoulder Strap
16MB Memory Stick Duo Media
USB Cable
Sony HDR-HC3 HDV 1080i Handycam Camcorder Warranty Information
Warranty Length: 1 Year, Limited
Covers: 1 Year Parts, 90 Days Labor
Details: For a period of 90 days from the date of purchase, if this product is determined to be defective, Sony will repair or replace the product, at its option, at no charge, or pay the labor charges to any Sony authorized service facility. After the warranty period, you must pay for all labor charges. In addition, Sony will supply, at no charge, new or rebuilt replacements in exchange for defective parts for a period of one (1) year. After 90 days from the date of purchase, labor for removal and installation is available from Sony authorized service facilities or a Sony Service Center at your expense.
Contact: Sony Customer Information Services Center at 1-800-222-7669
1.800.814.5410 
858.764.8900 Mon-Fri 6AM-4PM PT
