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3-098-548-11(1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 For details on the advanced operations, please refer to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). © 2007 Sony Corporation
3-098-548-11(1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 For details on the advanced operations, please refer to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). © 2007 Sony Corporation
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...Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are recyclable. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR42 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. For customers in the U.S.A. and CANADA RECYCLING LITHIUM...received, including interference that may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800222-SONY (7669). DCRSerial No. If you may cause undesired operation. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR62 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Operation is subject to...
...Do not handle damaged or leaking Lithium-Ion batteries. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are recyclable. Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR42 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. For customers in the U.S.A. and CANADA RECYCLING LITHIUM...received, including interference that may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800222-SONY (7669). DCRSerial No. If you may cause undesired operation. Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: DCR-SR62 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Operation is subject to...
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... California, USA only Perchlorate Material - Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this manual could void your ...SONY Model No.: DCR-SR82 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with the Handycam Station Model DCRA-C171 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B. Notes DCR-SR42, DCR-SR62, DCR-SR82, DCR-SR200 and DCR...
... California, USA only Perchlorate Material - Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this manual could void your ...SONY Model No.: DCR-SR82 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A Telephone number: 858-942-2230 This device complies with the Handycam Station Model DCRA-C171 and AC Adaptor Model AC-L200/L200B. Notes DCR-SR42, DCR-SR62, DCR-SR82, DCR-SR200 and DCR...
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... to record, test the recording function to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 7 On the drop sensor • To protect the internal hard disk from the camcorder. - Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder may be recognized, or recording or playback may damage the hard disk drive of...turn on the camcorder in this manual are based on DCR-SR300. • The screenshots are recorded without notice. • Unless otherwise specially indicated, illustrations in this manual were taken with a digital still camera, and may look different from being activated in each ...
... to record, test the recording function to "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). 7 On the drop sensor • To protect the internal hard disk from the camcorder. - Do not apply shock or vibration to your camcorder may be recognized, or recording or playback may damage the hard disk drive of...turn on the camcorder in this manual are based on DCR-SR300. • The screenshots are recorded without notice. • Unless otherwise specially indicated, illustrations in this manual were taken with a digital still camera, and may look different from being activated in each ...
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The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. Handycam Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) 9 Picture Motion Browser (Software) - Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items ... (1) (p.11) Power cord (1) (p.11) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (except for DCR-SR42) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (1) (p.11) (DCR-SR42/SR62/ SR82) NP-FH60 (1) (p.11) (DCR-SR200/SR300) Handycam Station (1) (p.11) A/V connecting cable (1) (p.25) USB cable (1) (p.27)...
The number in the parentheses indicates the number of that you have the following items supplied with your camcorder. Handycam Handbook (PDF) "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) 9 Picture Motion Browser (Software) - Getting Started Step 1: Checking supplied items ... (1) (p.11) Power cord (1) (p.11) Wireless Remote Commander (1) (except for DCR-SR42) A button-type lithium battery is already installed. Rechargeable battery pack NP-FH40 (1) (p.11) (DCR-SR42/SR62/ SR82) NP-FH60 (1) (p.11) (DCR-SR200/SR300) Handycam Station (1) (p.11) A/V connecting cable (1) (p.25) USB cable (1) (p.27)...
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...the Remote Commander until it clicks. Use of another battery may explode if mistreated. AC-L200/L200B [a] [b] On the Remote Commander (except for DCR-SR42) Using the Remote Commander for the first time Remove the insulation sheet before using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC... 100 V to pull out the battery case. 2 Place a new battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. In this case, replace the battery with the + side facing up. 3 Insert the battery case back into the slit to 240 V,...
...the Remote Commander until it clicks. Use of another battery may explode if mistreated. AC-L200/L200B [a] [b] On the Remote Commander (except for DCR-SR42) Using the Remote Commander for the first time Remove the insulation sheet before using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC... 100 V to pull out the battery case. 2 Place a new battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. In this case, replace the battery with the + side facing up. 3 Insert the battery case back into the slit to 240 V,...
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... (Unit:min.) DCR-SR42 Charging time 125 Recording time*1 Continuous 105 recording time Typical recording time*4 50 Playback time 120 DCR-SR62/ SR82 125 90*2 100*3 45*2 50*3 110*2 12 NP-FH60: (Unit:min.) DCR-SR200 DCR-SR300 Charging time 135 135 Recording time*1 Continuous recording time 115*2 120... in low temperatures. • The available recording and playback time will not be shorter depending on the camcorder. Recording/Playback time: Approximate time (min.) available when you use your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is ...
... (Unit:min.) DCR-SR42 Charging time 125 Recording time*1 Continuous 105 recording time Typical recording time*4 50 Playback time 120 DCR-SR62/ SR82 125 90*2 100*3 45*2 50*3 110*2 12 NP-FH60: (Unit:min.) DCR-SR200 DCR-SR300 Charging time 135 135 Recording time*1 Continuous recording time 115*2 120... in low temperatures. • The available recording and playback time will not be shorter depending on the camcorder. Recording/Playback time: Approximate time (min.) available when you use your camcorder or the Handycam Station, even when the power cord is ...
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Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). 2 Turn the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder correctly. 14 Step 4: Preparing for recording 2 180 degrees (max.) 1 90 degrees to select the desired screen aspect ratio (except for DCR-SR42). 4 Fasten the grip belt and hold your camcorder. 3 Press WIDE SELECT repeatedly to the camcorder POWER switch 2 90 degrees (max.) 16:9 (wide) 4:3 * Except for DCR-SR42. 1 Adjust the LCD panel.
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees to the camcorder (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play (2). 2 Turn the POWER switch to turn on your camcorder correctly. 14 Step 4: Preparing for recording 2 180 degrees (max.) 1 90 degrees to select the desired screen aspect ratio (except for DCR-SR42). 4 Fasten the grip belt and hold your camcorder. 3 Press WIDE SELECT repeatedly to the camcorder POWER switch 2 90 degrees (max.) 16:9 (wide) 4:3 * Except for DCR-SR42. 1 Adjust the LCD panel.
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... POWER switch is in the default setting. 15 Movies Press START/STOP A (or B). Recording Lens cover switch (DCR-SR42/SR62/ SR82) START/STOP A Recording/Playback POWER switch PHOTO [STBY] t [REC] START/STOP B EASY button Flashing t Lights... up 1 Slide the lens cover switch to adjust the focus A (a beep sounds), then press it fully B (a shutter click sounds). When disappears, the image has been recorded. • Still images are recorded on the hard...
... POWER switch is in the default setting. 15 Movies Press START/STOP A (or B). Recording Lens cover switch (DCR-SR42/SR62/ SR82) START/STOP A Recording/Playback POWER switch PHOTO [STBY] t [REC] START/STOP B EASY button Flashing t Lights... up 1 Slide the lens cover switch to adjust the focus A (a beep sounds), then press it fully B (a shutter click sounds). When disappears, the image has been recorded. • Still images are recorded on the hard...
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...recordable images varies depending on the image quality or the image size. To cancel Easy Handycam operation, press EASY again. • You cannot use only a "Memory Stick Duo" marked with the default setting of the image size as shown in which you can check the free hard disk space by Sony Corporation. DCR...-SR42/SR62: approx. 10 hours and 50 minutes DCR-SR82: approx. 21 hours and 40 minutes DCR-SR200/SR300: approx. 14 hours and 30 minutes To record still images on the camcorder will be damaged. ...
...recordable images varies depending on the image quality or the image size. To cancel Easy Handycam operation, press EASY again. • You cannot use only a "Memory Stick Duo" marked with the default setting of the image size as shown in which you can check the free hard disk space by Sony Corporation. DCR...-SR42/SR62: approx. 10 hours and 50 minutes DCR-SR82: approx. 21 hours and 40 minutes DCR-SR200/SR300: approx. 14 hours and 30 minutes To record still images on the camcorder will be damaged. ...
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Parts and functions used for a slower zoom. Move the power zoom lever slightly for the camcorder DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 DCR-SR200/SR300 DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 DCR-SR200/SR300 Recording/Playback Handycam Station Recording 1 Power zoom lever To use zoom, move the power zoom lever. Sound picked up by the built-in microphone Records sound. Move it further for a faster zoom. 2 NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch*1 To record in dark places, set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to ON. ( appears.) 6 Built-in microphone is converted to 5.1ch surround sound and recorded.*2 19
Parts and functions used for a slower zoom. Move the power zoom lever slightly for the camcorder DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 DCR-SR200/SR300 DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 DCR-SR200/SR300 Recording/Playback Handycam Station Recording 1 Power zoom lever To use zoom, move the power zoom lever. Sound picked up by the built-in microphone Records sound. Move it further for a faster zoom. 2 NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch*1 To record in dark places, set the NIGHTSHOT PLUS switch to ON. ( appears.) 6 Built-in microphone is converted to 5.1ch surround sound and recorded.*2 19
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For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Recording/Playback ws DISC BURN button Create a DVD by connecting the camcorder to a computer. wd (USB) jack Connect with the USB cable. *1 DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 *2 DCR-SR200/SR300 *3 Except for DCR-SR42 *4 For DCR-SR42, the position of the buttons differ from the illustration. 21
For details, see "Handycam Handbook" (PDF). Recording/Playback ws DISC BURN button Create a DVD by connecting the camcorder to a computer. wd (USB) jack Connect with the USB cable. *1 DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 *2 DCR-SR200/SR300 *3 Except for DCR-SR42 *4 For DCR-SR42, the position of the buttons differ from the illustration. 21
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... Displays only during recording/playback Recording movies Recording still images Viewing movies Viewing still images 1 Recording mode (HQ / SP / LP) 2 HOME button 3 Remaining battery (approx.) 4 Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) 5 Counter (hour/minute/second) 6 OPTION button 7 Dual Rec (DCR-SR200/SR300) 8 VIEW IMAGES button 9 5.1ch surround recording (DCR-SR200/ SR300) q; Current still image number/Number of still...
... Displays only during recording/playback Recording movies Recording still images Viewing movies Viewing still images 1 Recording mode (HQ / SP / LP) 2 HOME button 3 Remaining battery (approx.) 4 Recording status ([STBY] (standby) or [REC] (recording)) 5 Counter (hour/minute/second) 6 OPTION button 7 Dual Rec (DCR-SR200/SR300) 8 VIEW IMAGES button 9 5.1ch surround recording (DCR-SR200/ SR300) q; Current still image number/Number of still...
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...9 Meaning Picture effect Digital effect Manual focus SCENE SELECTION . Indicators when you can check them as [DATA CODE] during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. They are not displayed while recording. Upper left Upper ...recording/ playback*1 Self-timer recording Flash MICREF LEVEL low WIDE SELECT*2 WIDE SELECT*3 Meaning FADER LCD backlight off Drop sensor off EXPOSURE/ SPOT METER TELE MACRO ZEBRA*1 *1 DCR-SR200/SR300 *2 DCR-SR42 *3 DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 *4 DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 • The recording date and time is recorded automatically on the hard...
...9 Meaning Picture effect Digital effect Manual focus SCENE SELECTION . Indicators when you can check them as [DATA CODE] during recording/playback to indicate the settings of your camcorder. They are not displayed while recording. Upper left Upper ...recording/ playback*1 Self-timer recording Flash MICREF LEVEL low WIDE SELECT*2 WIDE SELECT*3 Meaning FADER LCD backlight off Drop sensor off EXPOSURE/ SPOT METER TELE MACRO ZEBRA*1 *1 DCR-SR200/SR300 *2 DCR-SR42 *3 DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 *4 DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 • The recording date and time is recorded automatically on the hard...
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...REC MODE], [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT], [WIDE SELECT]*2, [DIGITAL ZOOM], [STEADYSHOT], [AUTO SLW SHUTTR], [...DCR-SR200/SR300 *2 DCR-SR42 *3 DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 *4 You can set the item during Easy Handycam operation (p.16). *5 DCR-SR300 *6 [SOUND SETTINGS] (during Easy Handycam...DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 *2 DCR-SR200/SR300 *3 DCR-SR62/SR82 tab [FOCUS], [SPOT FOCUS], [TELE MACRO], [EXPOSURE], [SPOT METER], [SCENE SELECTION], [WHITE BAL.], [COLOR SLOW SHTR], [S. NIGHTSHOT PLS]*1, [SUPER NIGHTSHOT]*2 tab [FADER], [D.EFFECT], [PICT.EFFECT] tab [MICREF LEVEL], [SELF-TIMER], [FLASH MODE]*3, [TIMING]*2, [RECORD...
...REC MODE], [NIGHTSHOT LIGHT], [WIDE SELECT]*2, [DIGITAL ZOOM], [STEADYSHOT], [AUTO SLW SHUTTR], [...DCR-SR200/SR300 *2 DCR-SR42 *3 DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 *4 You can set the item during Easy Handycam operation (p.16). *5 DCR-SR300 *6 [SOUND SETTINGS] (during Easy Handycam...DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 *2 DCR-SR200/SR300 *3 DCR-SR62/SR82 tab [FOCUS], [SPOT FOCUS], [TELE MACRO], [EXPOSURE], [SPOT METER], [SCENE SELECTION], [WHITE BAL.], [COLOR SLOW SHTR], [S. NIGHTSHOT PLS]*1, [SUPER NIGHTSHOT]*2 tab [FADER], [D.EFFECT], [PICT.EFFECT] tab [MICREF LEVEL], [SELF-TIMER], [FLASH MODE]*3, [TIMING]*2, [RECORD...
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... file is unreadable. 32 Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again. • Turn on your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Lights appear on the screen even if the lens cover is closed (DCR-SR42/ SR62/SR82). • When you cannot activate simultaneously. E:20:ss / E:31:ss... is closed , lights through gaps of the 5-digit code, which starts from "E." 101-0001 (Warning indicator pertaining to the DC IN jack of the Handycam Station or your camcorder again. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Inform them of the lens cover ...
... file is unreadable. 32 Reconnect it and operate your camcorder again. • Turn on your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Lights appear on the screen even if the lens cover is closed (DCR-SR42/ SR62/SR82). • When you cannot activate simultaneously. E:20:ss / E:31:ss... is closed , lights through gaps of the 5-digit code, which starts from "E." 101-0001 (Warning indicator pertaining to the DC IN jack of the Handycam Station or your camcorder again. Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Inform them of the lens cover ...
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...for a long period of children's reach. Near AM receivers and video equipment. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be able to record properly. - wash off any liquid gets in your camcorder get ...On handling the casing • If the casing is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor immediately (DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300). • If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: - Leaving ...• Do not wrap your hands. - If your skin. - Using chemicals such as by a Sony dealer before storing it . Handling the camcorder with a dry soft cloth. • Avoid the following ...
...for a long period of children's reach. Near AM receivers and video equipment. Sometimes this malfunction cannot be able to record properly. - wash off any liquid gets in your camcorder get ...On handling the casing • If the casing is accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor immediately (DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300). • If the battery electrolytic liquid has leaked: - Leaving ...• Do not wrap your hands. - If your skin. - Using chemicals such as by a Sony dealer before storing it . Handling the camcorder with a dry soft cloth. • Avoid the following ...
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... instances: - System Video compression format MPEG2/JPEG (Still images) Audio compression format DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 Dolby Digital 2ch Dolby Digital Stereo Creator DCR-SR200/SR300 Dolby Digital 2/5.1ch Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Hard Disk DCR-SR42/SR62 30 GB DCR-SR82 60 GB DCR-SR200/SR300 40 GB... of which is exposed to salty air such as at all. Recording format Movie MPEG2-PS Still image Exif *1 Ver.2.2 Recording time DCR-SR42/SR62 HQ: Approx. 440 min SP: Approx. 650 min LP: Approx. 1 250 min DCR-SR82 HQ: Approx. 880 min SP: Approx. 1 300 min...
... instances: - System Video compression format MPEG2/JPEG (Still images) Audio compression format DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 Dolby Digital 2ch Dolby Digital Stereo Creator DCR-SR200/SR300 Dolby Digital 2/5.1ch Dolby Digital 5.1 Creator Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Hard Disk DCR-SR42/SR62 30 GB DCR-SR82 60 GB DCR-SR200/SR300 40 GB... of which is exposed to salty air such as at all. Recording format Movie MPEG2-PS Still image Exif *1 Ver.2.2 Recording time DCR-SR42/SR62 HQ: Approx. 440 min SP: Approx. 650 min LP: Approx. 1 250 min DCR-SR82 HQ: Approx. 880 min SP: Approx. 1 300 min...
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..., 4:3) Approx. 1 080 000 pixels Effective (Still, 4:3) Approx. 1 990 000 pixels Effective (Still, 16:9) Approx. 1 490 000 pixels DCR-SR300 6.3 mm (1/2.9 type) CMOS sensor Recording pixels (still image, 4:3): Max. 6.1 mega (2 848 × 2 136) pixels*2 Gross: Approx. 3 200 000 pixels Effective (Movie, 16...× Filter diameter: 37 mm (1 1/2 in.) 36 DCR-SR300 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T Optical:10 ×, Digital:20 × Filter diameter: 37 mm (1 1/2 in.) Focal length DCR-SR42 F=1.8 - 4.1 f=1.9 - 76.0 mm (3/32 - 3 in.) When converted to a 35 mm still camera For movies: 36 - 1 440 mm (1 7/16 ...
..., 4:3) Approx. 1 080 000 pixels Effective (Still, 4:3) Approx. 1 990 000 pixels Effective (Still, 16:9) Approx. 1 490 000 pixels DCR-SR300 6.3 mm (1/2.9 type) CMOS sensor Recording pixels (still image, 4:3): Max. 6.1 mega (2 848 × 2 136) pixels*2 Gross: Approx. 3 200 000 pixels Effective (Movie, 16...× Filter diameter: 37 mm (1 1/2 in.) 36 DCR-SR300 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T Optical:10 ×, Digital:20 × Filter diameter: 37 mm (1 1/2 in.) Focal length DCR-SR42 F=1.8 - 4.1 f=1.9 - 76.0 mm (3/32 - 3 in.) When converted to a 35 mm still camera For movies: 36 - 1 440 mm (1 7/16 ...
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...) Average power consumption During camera recording with normal brightness. DCR-SR42 2.6 W DCR-SR62/SR82 3.0 W DCR-SR200 3.7 W DCR-SR300 4.3 W Operating temperature 0°C to + 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature -20°C to + 60°C (-4°F to + 140°F) Dimensions (Approx.) DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 73 ...jack mini-B REMOTE jack (except for DCR-SR42) Stereo mini-minijack (Ø 2.5 mm) LCD screen Picture DCR-SR42 6.2 cm (2.5 type) DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 6.9 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9) Total number of Sony's ClearVid CMOS Sensor and image processing system...
...) Average power consumption During camera recording with normal brightness. DCR-SR42 2.6 W DCR-SR62/SR82 3.0 W DCR-SR200 3.7 W DCR-SR300 4.3 W Operating temperature 0°C to + 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage temperature -20°C to + 60°C (-4°F to + 140°F) Dimensions (Approx.) DCR-SR42/SR62/SR82 73 ...jack mini-B REMOTE jack (except for DCR-SR42) Stereo mini-minijack (Ø 2.5 mm) LCD screen Picture DCR-SR42 6.2 cm (2.5 type) DCR-SR62/SR82/SR200/SR300 6.9 cm (2.7 type, aspect ratio 16:9) Total number of Sony's ClearVid CMOS Sensor and image processing system...