Product Description

For the first time, record high-definition video directly to a hard disk drive with the HDR-SR1. Now you can capture all your memories anyway you want. Boasting a generous 3.5" Wide (16: 9) Hybrid Touch Panel Clear Photo LCD screen and multiple connectivity options, you'll have complete control from capture to cut. For the first time ever, you can record high-definition video directly to a Hard Disk Drive (HDD) with the HDR-SR1 Handycam camcorder. In addition, the dual HD/SD format allows you to record in standard definition as well. You will also be able to freeze time in flawless detail with a 4.0 Megapixel still capture feature to the HDD or Memory Stick Duo Media.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #3392 in Camera & Photo
• Brand: Sony
• Model: HDR-SR1
• Dimensions: 4.56 pounds
• Display size: 3.5

Features

• Record high-definition video on a HDD with AVCHD technology
• ClearVid CMOS sensor for high-quality HD or SD images
• 3.5-inch widescreen hybrid touch-panel Clear Photo LCD
• Professional 30mm Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens
• HDMI, USB 2.0, component, and composite connectivity

Manufacturer Description
It’s the industry’s first AVCHD camcorder that records high-definition to a hard disk drive. Record in high-definition and standard definition. 2.1 ClearVid CMOS Sensor requires less power than traditional CCD imagers, supplying longer battery performance.

Sony HDR-SR1 Highlights

2.1-megapixel (gross) ClearVid CMOS sensor 1/3-inch ClearVID CMOS Sensor with 1990K (effective) pixels provides stunning detail and clarity with exceptional video (up to 1080 lines of horizontal resolution for HD; 530 lines of horizontal resolution for SD) and still image performance. The Megapixel technology enhances your digital videos and digital still (3980K) photography performance.

10x optical/80x digital zoom The optical zoom helps to bring the action close up from far away. In addition, the Digital Zoom interpolation means that extreme digital zooming is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zooms.

Professional-quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens Carl Zeiss lenses have an advanced optical multi-layer coating for increased contrast. This results in vivid image brilliance, true-to-life color saturation and perfect renditions of subtle tones. The additional T coating on the lens further reduces unwanted glare and flare.

3.5-inch wide (16:9) touch-panel Hybrid Clear Photo LCD Plus Display (211K pixels) The 3.5-inch wide (16:9) LCD screen provides excellent viewing clarity with improved resolution. The high resolution 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.

Smooth slow recording By increasing the record rate from 60 fields per second (fps) to 240 fps for 3 seconds allowing you to capture 3 seconds of fast motion and play the video back in 12 seconds. This is great for analyzing a golf swing or a viewing a bird in flight.

Enjoy 5.1-channel surround sound through the built-in microphone

Dolby Digital 5.1-channel recording The HDR-SR1 will record in Dolby Digital 5.1-channel surround sound with a built-in microphone. By recording in 5.1-channel surround sound, you can now experience your home movies with active sounds coming from all directions. Enjoy your personal home movies the way you experienced them while recording.

Digital Still Memory Mode with Memory Stick Duo media Capture still images up to 2304x1728 (4:3) resolution, directly onto Memory Stick Duo Media for easy transfer to PCs for emailing, printing or sharing with other compatible Memory Stick devices.

Super SteadyShot picture stabilization system An advanced version of Sony's SteadyShot system that controls an even higher range of shake and vibration frequencies, to achieve an even higher level of smoothness without degradation of video like some other image stabilization systems.

On-screen zoom and record buttons For additional control of the camcorder, the HDR-SR1 features Zoom and Record buttons on the frame of the LCD screen. This allows the user more flexibility when holding the camcorder, especially in overhead or low angle shots.

Transfer images quickly and easily through the USB 2.0 interface

USB 2.0 interface The USB 2.0 interface provides an easy way to connect your hard disk drive Handycam camcorder to the computer for fast transfer of video and still images to your computer for editing. The camcorder can also be used as an external storage and/or playback device.

One-touch wide-angle shooting Easily switch between 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios for shooting, with just the touch of a button.

Progressive shutter system A mechanical shutter system that provides progressive scan performance while utilizing an interlaced scanning system. Digital still images will be sharp and clear with excellent definition.

Active interface shoe Provides a location directly on the camcorder to which one may add optional accessories while providing power and twoway communication with those accessories.

Super NightShot Infrared System With Sony's NightShot Infrared System you can capture natural looking video, even when shooting in low light. Record subjects up to 20 feet away using the built-in infrared system.

Dual record While recording video in high-definition (HD), you have the ability to capture a 2.3-megapixel (16:9) still image directly to Memory Stick Duo Media. While recording in standard definition you have the ability to capture a 1.7-megapixel (4:3) still image directly to Memory Stick Duo media.

Easy PC backup Easily back up your footage (HD or SD) to your PC using the supplied software. The footage will be stored on your PCs hard drive for archiving purposes and viewing at a later time; the footage is stored by date for easy playback. In addition, only new footage is tranferred to your PC each time you backup your footage.

Additional Features

• One-touch DVD burn
• Manual focus
• Program AE (Auto Exposure) modes
• Picture effects
• Fader effects
• InfoLithium battery with AccuPower
• Meter system
• Battery information
• Easy Handycam button
• Multi-language menu
• Tele Macro function

What's in the Box

Power adapter/in-camera charger (AC-L15), InfoLithium rechargeable battery (NP-FM50) Remote Commander remote control (RMT-835), component video cable, A/V cable (stereo), application CD-ROM with driver, USB cable

Note: Additional software may be required for use with Apple computers.

Customer Reviews

Awesome product. Great investment.
I bought this HDR-SR1 the same month it first came out in October of 2006. Our old one is a Hi8 Sony HandyCam and my wife and I decided to invest on another videocam that can captures in digital our son's first moments, our first vacation in Hawaii, etc. I was so impressed with the functionality and the quality of this camera. As an avid audiophile, I cannot settle for anything less than an HD quality video. The quality of the video and 5.1 Dolby digital surround it captures is breathtaking. Not only we save money on buying tapes, you can burn it to DVD with an ease. You can now save your videos and archive them for as long as you want them. Since I also have a PS3 and it supports AVCHD playback, I am able to enjoy full 1080i resolution and watch it like a professional video capture. It's a definite must for me, especially capturing those special moments with my son (and another one on the way). The built-in hard drive and the capability that you can switch to digital photo is excellent. Now I don't have to carry two equipment. This unit is bundled as an HD video and a digital photo unit as one. Last but not the least, it is made by Sony. I have owned many Sony products in the past and none of them has dissapointed me. Just like any investments, there is no guarantee that it will not break or last forever so I recommend on getting warranty extension. It's worth the piece of mind.

Why not I gave it a full five star? I was expecting more of a 2.1 MP resolution photo during video recording.

I truly recommend this item.

Gotta have it!
My husband and I purchased this to record the momentous occasions in life. It's worked really well. I like the ability to switch between camera and video. The camera doesn't take the best pictures of my "always on the move" 17 month old son. They tend to be blurry. The interface was easy to use and learn and the software that comes with it is great! I would absolutly recommend this camera!

HAPPY SHOPPER
I chose the SONY over the JVC and PANASONIC models because of its features. I like the manual adjustment rings ability to control any one of four pre selected features, such as focus or exposure. It has image stabilization that actually works. I really like the AVCHD mpeg 4 video compression giving me at least 4 hours of best quality recording on a 30GB hard drive. Many newer model cameras do not have a viewfinder and I need a good color viewfinder which this one is more than adequate. No one had anything really bad to say about it, so I bought it. I received this great camera from Amazon for a great price and in less than 3 days. I have been enjoying shooting clear, bright; rich color videos for several weeks without any problems and I have actually been using the 4 mega pixel still image capture feature, saving jpeg photos onto a Sony memory stick duo memory card. I am very happy about this purchase. Now if some one would just invent a good quality, fast, inexpensive Blue- ray burner that uses a SATA interface I would buy it.