Sony DCR-HC20 IR Enabled
Model: XNiteSonyHC20
This model has been discontinued and replaced by the DCR-HC21.
We can modify your camera if needed.
The Sony DCR-HC20 MiniDV Handycam® Camcorder packs big features in a small package. It features a large 2.5" hybrid SwivelScreen™ LCD display with touch panel controls, a high-quality Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar® lens, NightShot® Plus infrared recording system and USB streaming capabilities, all in a case that is 25% smaller than last years model. It even includes the innovative Easy Handycam button, which automates most functions and makes recording a snap. Why settle for anything less than a Sony?
Externally, there are no visual changes. Internally, we have modified the optics so that the camera can see from 330nm to 1200nmx versus a stock camera which can see from about 390nm to 750nm
Specifications
Complete X-Ray Functionality! Full Infrared (IR) capability with all normal camera functions including aperture control. You can use the IR features on a sunny beach with no overexposure problems that a stock factory camcorder would have.
Special Note: This modified camera must use our XNite-CC1 color correction filter for normal (non-IR) pictures. This modified camera is sensitive to both IR and visible light. If you take pictures with no filters, the camera will see both the IR light and visible light which will alter the correct color balance. To take normal pictures, use the camera with a XNite-CC1 filter to block IR and pass visible. Please see example pictures on color balance here. To take IR (X-Ray) pictures, you should use one of our XNite IR filters which block visible light and pass IR.
The 25mm filters for this camera are available Here.
Would you like us to convert your camera? We can convert your camera for $250 + return S&H ($20 insured UPS ground domestic USA). Camera should be shipped well packed, insured, with lens cover and battery for testing. Turnaround is typically 1 or 2 days depending on how busy we are.
Our Performance Guarantee If you are not satisfied with your IR enabled camera, we will put it back to stock at no additional charge other than return shipping.
Features:
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MiniDV |
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Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar Lens |
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Easy Handycam Button |
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NightShot® Plus Infrared System |
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Battery Information |
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i.LINK® Interface |
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SteadyShot® |
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Stamina® Power |
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USB Streaming |
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1/6" Advanced HAD™ CCD Imager, 680K
Pixels Gross 1/6" Advanced HAD™ (Hole Accumulation Diode) CCD with 340K (effective) pixels provides stunning detail and clarity, with exceptional video (up to 500 lines of horizontal resolution) and still image performance. |
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10X Optical/120X Digital Zoom The optical zoom helps to bring the action up close 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. |
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2.5" Hybrid SwivelScreen™ Touch Panel
LCD Display (123K Pixels) Provides excellent viewing clarity with improved resolution. The 123K pixel LCD display makes images sharp and detailed during playback or when monitoring recording. The Hybrid Reflective-Transmissive LCD Screen provides accurate viewing in sunlight or bright light, virtually eliminating the “wash-out” common with traditional LCD Screens. |
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InfoLithium® Battery with AccuPower™ Meter
System Charge the battery at any time because unlike NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries, Sony’s rechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries are not subjected to a life shortening “memory effect”. Sony’s exclusive AccuPower™ meter displays the battery time remaining in minutes in the viewfinder or the LCD screen. |
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12-Bit/16-Bit PCM Digital Stereo 16-Bit offers the same outstanding sound quality as a compact disc. 12-Bit recording enables you to add an additional audio track with compatible audio dubbing equipment or i.LINK®* interface compatible computers. |
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Photo Mode Using Sony’s unique Adaptive Frame Interpolation for better image quality, you can store hundreds of still images with 7 seconds of audio on the videotape. |
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Program AE (Auto Exposure) Modes Program AE modes make recording easy even when filming in challenging situations. Choose from Portrait, Beach & Ski, Sports Lesson, Landscape, Spotlight, Sunset & Moon modes. |
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Accessory Shoe Allows a position on the camcorder in which to place optional accessories. |
Specifications:
| • Imaging Device: 1/6" 680K Pixel Advanced HAD™ CCD |
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| • Video Actual: 340K Pixels |
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| • Still Actual: 340K Pixels |
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| • F: 1.7 – 2.3 |
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| • Focal Distance: 2.3 – 23mm |
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| • 35mm Conversion: 43 – 430mm |
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| • Filter Diameter: 25mm |
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| • Optical Zoom: 10X |
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| • Digital Zoom: 120X |
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| • Focusing: Full Range Auto/ Manual (Touch Screen) |
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| • Minimum Illumination: 5 lux (0 lux with NightShot Plus Infrared System) |
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| • NightShot® Infrared System: NightShot Plus |
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| • Shutter Speed: 1/4 – 1/4000 (AE Mode) |
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| • Viewfinder: Black and White, 123K Pixels |
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| • LCD: 2.5" (123K) Hybrid Color Touch Panel |
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| • Accessory Shoe: Yes |
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| • Video Input/Output: No/Yes (Multi AV, Special) |
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| • Audio Input/Output: No/Yes (Stereo, Special) |
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| • i.LINK®* DV Interface (IEEE1394): Yes |
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| • USB: Yes |
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| • USB Streaming: Yes |
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| • Headphone Jack: No |
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| • Mic. Input: Yes (stereo) |
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| • White Balance: Auto/Outdoor/Indoor/One Push |
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| • Exposure: Manual, Touch Panel (24 Steps) |
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| • Power Consumption (VF/LCD/VF+LCD): 2.2W/2.5W/2.6W |
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| • Software OS Compatibility: Microsoft® Windows® 98SE, Me, 2000 Professional, XP Home and Pro; Macintosh® OS X (10.1.5 or later)** |
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| • Dimensions (WHD): 2" x 3 1⁄2" x 4 1⁄2" (50 x 86 x 112mm) |
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| • Weight: 13 oz (380g) |
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| • Supplied Accessories: AC-L25
Power Adaptor/In Camera Charger, NP-FP50 InfoLithium® Rechargeable
Battery, RMT-830 Wireless Remote Commander® Remote Control, CR2025
Battery, Multi A/V Cable, LCD Cleaning Cloth, USB Cable, CD-ROM w/ USB
Driver (Picture Package™ Software v.1.0 for Sony)
* i.LINK is a trademark of Sony, used only to designate that a
product contains an IEEE1394 connector. All products with an IEEE1394
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If you have a particular Sony camcorder you would like to see us carry, enter the model number desired below and press the submit button. If we get enough requests for a particular model, we will see if we can re-enable that particular model.
