Sony HDR-HC3E

MPN: HDRHC3  |  EAN: 4905524333787  |  Model: HDR-HC3E

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Sony HDR-HC3E - HDRHC3 Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
Camcorder
Just Right
Basic Skill Level (Video)
Just Right
Intermediate Skill Level (Video)
Just Right
Basic Skill Level (Photo)
Just Right
Events Photography
Just Right
Underwater Photography
Just Right
Landscape Photography
Just Right
Travel
Just Right
Event Videos
Just Right
Home Videos
Just Right
Low-light Videos
Just Right
Everyday Life Photography
Just Right
Regular Looks
Just Right
Camera Body with Lens
Just Right
Bluetooth Connectivity
Just Right

Kind of Camera

The Camcorder is purpose-built for long video recording sessions to capture your memories and special occasions.

Photography Skillset

Keeping it simple - For someone who is not too bothered about technicalities, this Sony device works!

Video skill level

Just a beginner - Whether you're just starting to develop some expertise or you only record videos from time to time, then the Sony HDR-HC3E will satisfy your needs..

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Video Scenarios

The Sony HDR-HC3E, is a very competent option when it comes to recording occasions and related activities. 

Its always great to capture moments of delight at home or while spending time with family and friends on an outing. For this, the Sony HDR-HC3E is a great companion to have.

Other Video needs

Low light recording can be tricky, however this camera has got what it takes to help you through that. This is because its minimum aperture number combined with it's maximum ISO sensitivity can produce crispy images with minimal noise.

Photo Scenarios

If you're looking to simply use your camera to point-and-shoot everyday moments with an item or person as the subject matter, then the HDR-HC3E is an easy recommendation for this.

Its important to ensure the celebrant (or special guests) are in clear view in every photo taken. Keeping them in focus while they're moving about is one of the great features that comes with the HDR-HC3E.

Whether its for living or non-living things, using the Sony HDR-HC3E for aquatic photos is a treat.

Sometimes while on sightseeing or on a tour, you can only observe things from a distance. Which is why the zoom capability on this camera comes in handy in that situation.

To capture mother nature in her full beauty requires a good eye and a camera that can adequately handle landscape scenarios. This model from Sony is good fit as it's got the ability to focus on multiple parts of your picture frame.

Style

It looks simple, capable and doesn't stand out in any particular way.

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Technical Specifications

Sony HDR-HC3E - HDRHC3 Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Camcorder Type Handheld camcorder
Camera Type Camcorder
Product Colour Black
Camera
Image Formats Supported JPEG
Minimum Illumination 5 lx
Progressive Scan Yes
White Balance Outdoor, Auto, Indoor, Onepush
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes
Focusing
Auto Focus Yes
Focus Full Range Auto, Manual
Focus Adjustment Auto/Manual
Manual Focus Yes
Shutter
Camera Shutter Speed 1/2 - 1/425 s
Fastest Camera Shutter Speed 1/425 s
Slowest Camera Shutter Speed 1/2 s
Video
Camcorder Media Type Memory Stick DUO, Memory Stick PRO DUO
Maximum Video Resolution 1440 x 1080 pixels
Speakers 1
Video Formats Supported HDV, MPEG2
Video Recording Yes
Video Resolutions 1440 x 1080 pixels
Audio
Audio Formats Supported MPEG1, PCM
Built-in Microphone Yes
Built-in Speaker(s) Yes
Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
Lens System
Digital Zoom 80 x
Filter Size 30 mm
Focal Length (35mm Film Equivalent) 41.3 - 485 mm
Focal Length Range (f-f) 5.1 - 51 mm
Lens System Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T
Maximum Aperture Number 2.9
Maximum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 485 mm
Minimum Aperture Number 1.8
Minimum Focal Length (35mm Film Equiv) 41.3 mm
Optical Zoom 10 x
Storage
Camcorder Tape Type HDV
Disc Types Supported N
Display
Built-in Display Yes
Display LCD
Display Diagonal 2.7
Display Resolution 211200 pixels
Flip-out Screen Yes
Touchscreen Yes
Vari-angle LCD Display Yes
Viewfinder
Electronic Viewfinder Yes
Viewfinder Resolution 123200 pixels
Viewfinder Type Electronic
Sensor
Image Sensor Size 1/3
Image Sensor Size (W X H) 4.80 x 3.60 mm
Optical Sensor Size 1/3 "
Sensor Type CMOS
Total Megapixels 2.1 MP
Other Features
Media Types Supported Memory Stick DUO
PictBridge Yes
Power Consumption (typical) 8.1 W
Resolution 2304 x 1728 pixels
Ports & Interfaces
DV Port Yes
HDMI Ports Quantity Yes
I/O Ports Audio InAudio Outi.LINK (DV) Ini.LINK (DV) Outi.LINK (MICROMV) Ini.LINK (MICROMV) OutS-Video InS-Video OutUSBVideo InVideo Out
USB 2.0 Connectors 1
USB 2.0 Type-A Ports Quantity 1
Packaging Content
Bundled Software USB Driver
Cables Included AV, USB
Hand Strap Yes
Weight & Dimensions
Depth 139 mm
Height 78 mm
Weight 500 g
Width 82 mm
Picture Quality
Maximum Image Resolution 2304 x 1728 pixels
Still Image Resolution(s) 2304 x 1728, 2304 x 1296, 640 x 480