Sony DCM-M1 MD Digital Camcorder

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DCM-M1

Sony DCM-M1 MD Digital Camcorder
$1,699
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Features

World's First MD Digital Video Camcorder: The DCM-M1 records digital video with MPEG2 (real time) encoding like DVD, and ATRAC audio together Combined as the Video MD format.
Records on 650MB MD Data2 Media (MD VIEW MD-650A)
64 MB shock resistant memory
Play mode functions: Picture in picture, 9 frame sequence, repeat shuffle, intro scan and sort
1/4" CCD Imaging System: CCD chip has 680k pixels for stunning detail and clarity.
Video MD format: Up to 20 minutes of digital recording in the Video MD format provides digital video quality, 3x color band width (vs. VHS) and significantly higher S/N ratio, to provide stunning video performance.
Stores up to 4500 still images: record up to 4500 still images on a removable MD Data Disc 2. This storage far exceeds any other digital camera. Images transferred to the PC end up as 640 x 480 VGA JPEGs.
Audio recording: You can store up to 260 minutes of digital audio on one MD View disc with ATRAC encoding.
Disc Based direct Access: Think of it! No fast forward. No rewind. Go to the exact segment of video that you want instantly.
MD Audio Playback: Plays back MD recorded and prerecorded MiniDisc.
Scene Shuffle: PC free non-linear editing. Scenes (Tracks) are recorded in a "non-linear" format allowing you freedom to arrange and re-arrange your scenes in the playback and edit modes.
Personal Java 2.0 powered graphical user interface (GUI): An "On Screen" touch panel system that allows you to easily navigate through the camera's menu system.
Drawing layer Effect: using the supplied "stylus", you can free hand draw on top of your still images or video for a personal touch or special look.
Edit Mode: Move, copy, trim, erase, divide and group any video scene
Ethernet connectivity: quick and easy way to transfer the still/moving images from the camera to your computer via the ethernet port using your web browser as the interface. Netscape or I.E. 4.0 or higher required.
10X Optical/40X Precision Digital Zoom: Helps bring the action close up from far away. Digital Zoom improved interpolation technology means that extreme digital zooming is cleaner and clearer than ever before, with less blocking and distortion than most other types of digital zoom.
3.5" Precision SwivelScreen™ LCD Display (184k Pixels): Provides excellent viewing clarity with improved resolution. The 184,000 Pixel LCD display makes images sharp and detailed during playback or monitoring recording.
Advanced Color Viewfinder (113k Pixels): Provides a full, clear view of video subjects.
InfoLithium® Battery with AccuPower™ Meter System: Rechargeable Lithium Ion battery means no memory effect like other battery types can experience. Sony's exclusive AccuPower meter continuously displays the battery time remaining in minutes, in the viewfinder or LCD screen.
Super SteadyShot® Picture Stabilization: Eliminates high frequency shake and vibration without compromising picture quality. Uses motion sensors and a HyperPrecision CCD imager that does not change or degrade the video like some other systems.
Accessory Shoe: Allows for the easy attachment of a variety of external accessories including lights and microphones.
4 Picture Effects For creative enhancements. Choose from Black & White, Sepia, Mosaic and Clear Slow.
8 transition modes: 8 Mode Scene Transitions (out): Wipe Out, Cross Wipe, Mosaic Out, Cross Dissolve, Blackout, Hold, Fade Out and Cross Fade. 3 Mode Scene Transition Mode (IN): Fade In, Wipe In and Mosaic In

Supplied Accessories

Charger AC-VQ800
Battery NP-F550J
AC Cable
AV Cable
MD View Disc

Optional Accessories

DC Adapter DC-VQ800
Battery Cable Adapter DCC-L50
Wide Angle Conversion VCL-0630S
Tele Conversion Lens VCL-2030S
Tripod VCT-670RM, VCT-570RM
Video Light HVL-F10
Carrying Bag LCS-M1
Ethernet Adapter Cable