Sony DCR-PC330 IR Enabled
DISCONTINUED - This model has been superceded by the DCR-PC350. You can see more information Here.
Model: XNiteSonyPC330
Mini DV Infrared Capable Camcorder! At 59 millimeters thick and weighing 540 grams, this Sony DCR-PC330BT is an incredible camcorder made even better when we added Re-Enabled Niteshot. Re-Enabled Niteshot means that, unlike a stock factory camcorder, you can shoot in IR mode with complete aperture control, focusing control and every normal camera function. Zeiss Optics, 3,310,000 pixel CCD, Memory Stick, Firewire (IEEE 1394), 3.040 Megapixel Digital Camera capability.
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 380nm 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 37mm filters for this camera are available Here.
The compact DCR-PC330
mini DV camcorder, offers digital video and audio recording. The Digital
technology delivers rich and accurate picture quality, with up to 530
lines of horizontal resolution. Equipped with a 3 Mega Pixel CCD that
provides stunning detail and clarity, it can also record high resolution 2016
x 1512 digital still images and store them directly onto Sony's Memory Stick
media.
Also includes a manual focus ring, with Professional Quality Carl Zeiss Vario
Sonnar T Lens. The T lens has an additional coating that reduces lens flare and
lens glare.
Would you like us to convert your camera? We can convert your camera for $350 + 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.
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Key
Features |
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| • | 3
Mega Pixel CCD The 1/3-inch Advanced (Hole Accumulation Diode) CCD imager with 2,048k effective video pixels provides excellent detail and clarity, for exceptional digital video performance. Realize unprecedented digital still images with 3,040k effective pixels. The 3.0 Megapixel technology enhances your digital video's 530 lines of horizontal resolution and digital photography performance. |
| • | Professional
Quality Carl Zeiss Lens Carl Zeiss T lens offers the most advanced multi layer coating system, resulting in even less glare and lens flare compared to other systems. The result is vivid image brilliance with outstanding contrast and accurate color rendition across the spectrum. |
| • | DV
Recording DV recording format delivers three times the color bandwidth of VHS and lower signal-to-noise ratio compared to analog formats, providing stunning video performance comparable to DVD. |
| • | PCM
Stereo Audio Pulse Code Modulation (PCM) recording for an incredible 96db dynamic range. The Digital camcorder provides two recording modes, 12 and 16-bit audio. 12-bit creates two sets of stereo tracks, and 16-bit mode offers one pair of stereo tracks. Audio dub capability allows you to add an additional 12-bit stereo track to your original recording. |
| • | Analog-to-Digital
Conversion with Pass-Through The camcorder analog inputs feature a built-in Analog-to-Digital converter that will convert your analog video/audio to a digital signal that can either be recorded to tape or passed through the i.Link interface to a compatible computer. |
| • | i.Link
DV Interface The i.Link DV In/Out interface (IEEE-1394) provides a high-speed, bi-directional digital link between camcorders or VCRs for digital-to-digital editing, which delivers unmatched versatility and performance. |
| • | USB
Interface Provides an easy way to connect the camcorder to computers for fast transfer of digital images and MPEG movies stored on Memory Stick media. |
| • | USB
Streaming You can stay connected with friends and family by broadcasting live video with audio via the internet, with a USB interface. You can even play back your favorite recorded scene stored on tape. It's like having a web camera and video conferencing system. |
| • | MPEG
Movie EX Mode Will allow you to record uninterrupted, to the capacity of the Memory Stick Media. For example, a 128MB Memory Stick media will record up to 85 minutes of non-stop MPEG1 video, or over 11 hours on 1GB Memory Stick Pro Media. |
| • | 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. |
| • | Zoom The camcorder features a 10x optical, 120x precision digital zoom which allows you to zoom in on subjects or pull back for wide shots. In addition, precision digital zoom interpolation technology means that extreme digital zooming is cleaner, with less distortion than previous types of digital zoom. |
| • | Digital
Program Editing Allows you to select a sequence of 20 scenes and rearrange them via i.Link (IEEE-1394) to i.Link (IEEE-1394) or to an Analog VCR. |
| • | Intelligent
Accessory Shoe Provides power, on/off, and special operational commands to a variety of Sony intelligent accessories, via a multi-pin interface. This enables easy synchronized operation between the camcorder and such accessories as video lights and microphones, without additional batteries or cables. |
| • | Smooth
Interval Record A form of video recording (Time Lapse Recording) that allows for extremely smooth, time elapsed video. Various recording intervals and recording time can be specified to suit the type of situation being recorded. |
| • | Manual
Focus Ring Allows the user to adjust the camera's focus for more creativity and/or effects. Manual focusing also allows the user to control the camera's focus in difficult shooting situations. Expanded Focus Indicator: While using the manual focus ring, the camera automatically adjusts to 2x magnification, allowing for extremely accurate focus adjustment. |
| • | Super
SteadyShot Picture Stabilization This advanced version of Sony's SteadyShot system controls an even higher range of shake and vibration freguencies, to achieve an even higher level of smoothness, without degradation of video. |
| • | 2.5-inch
Precision-Touch Screen LCD Features a 2.5" touch panel precision LCD screen, with 211,000 pixels, for clear and sharp images. The screen swivels up to 270 degrees and can be adjusted to the popular 'mirror' mode. On-screen touch panel system allows you to navigate through the camera's 3D menu system, by touching the LCD screen. |
| • | Precision
Color Viewfinder The camcorder's precision viewfinder incorporates 180,000 pixels. Increased pixel count provides more detail and clarity of video subjects. |
| • | Hologram
AF Low Light Laser Assist Focus System Hologram AF (Auto Focus) Low Light Laser Assist Focus system uses lasers for improved edge detection in low-light situations, allowing focusing to be more accurate for digital still images. |
| • | EXIF
2.2 EXIF stands for Exchangeable Image File Format and is a standard for storing interchange information in image files, especially those using JPEG compression. Most digital cameras now use the EXIF format. The format is part of the DCF standard to encourage interoperability between imaging devices. |
| • | Digital
Still Memory Mode In Memory mode, digital still images can be captured and stored directly onto Sony's memory stick media. |
| • | Memory
Stick Slot Sony Memory Stick compatible. Sony's digital storage medium Memory Stick allows super flexible storage of still or moving images, as well as digital audio and other text or command information. Memory Stick provides a quick and easy transfer of your digital camcorder to a PC, to editing device, to printer, to display system and back again. |
| • | Playback
Zoom During video playback, pause mode, or while viewing still images stored on the Memory Stick media, you can zoom in up to 5x closer. You can then store these enlarged images onto the Memory Stick media. |
| • | Program
AE Features a 6-mode Program Auto Exposure for the proper exposure in a variety of situations: Portrait, Beach and Ski, Sports Lesson, Landscape, Spotlight, Sunset and Moon. |
| • | Super
NightShot Infrared System and Color Slow Shutter With this feature, you can capture video even when shooting in total darkness (0 lux), using the camcorder's infrared system up to 10 feet away. Super NightShot recording mode automatically adjusts the shutter speed to increase picture brightness and clarity. Color Slow Shutter mode allows you to record in low-light situations with full color detail, by slowing down the shutter speed. |
| • | Battery
Information Battery information is displayed for 7 seconds on the LCD screen or viewfinder when charging and when the camera is turned off. The display will show how much the battery is charged in 10 percent increments and the recordable time left, using either the LCD screen or the viewfinder. |
| • | Intelligent
Pop-Up Flash Intelligent Flash is capable of determining the precise exposure level appropriate for your shot, based on the actual angle and subject to be captured. It fires a pre flash sequence which is reflected back and detected by the CCD, before the main flash fires. This is superior to conventional flash systems where exposure level is detected, based on the aggregate illumination of the surroundings, which may wrongly influence the exposure settings. |
| • | Simultaneous
Record Mode While in video recording mode, you can easily take a snapshot with just the press of a button. |
| • | 14-bit
DXP A/D Conversion Captures the dynamic range between light and dark areas of your subject, providing an overall improvement and more natural picture reproduction - without losing detail such as highlights and shadows. |
| System | NTSC | ||||||
| Format | Mini DV (6mm Digital) | ||||||
| CCD | 1/3"
3 Mega-Pixel CCD (3,310k Pixels) Actual Video Pixels 2,048k Actual Still Pixels 3,040k |
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| Audio | PCM Digital Stereo, 12-bit/32kHz/4ch, 16-bit/48kHz/2ch | ||||||
| Zoom | 10x Optical, 120x Digital | ||||||
| Lens | Carl
Zeiss T Lens, 5.1-51mm f/1.8-2.1 (for 35mm Conversion 45-450mm) Memory Mode 37-370mm |
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| Filter Size | 37mm | ||||||
| Image Stabilizer | Yes, Super Steady Shot | ||||||
| Lux | 7 lux (Super Nightshot 0 lux, and Color Slow Shutter) | ||||||
| Viewfinder | Precision Color Viewfinder (180,000 pixels) | ||||||
| LCD Monitor | 2.5" Precision Touch Panel LCD with 211,000 Pixels | ||||||
| Manual Controls | Focus (Ring), Exposure (Touch Panel - 24 Steps), White Balance (Touch Panel - Indoor, Outdoor, Hold), Shutter Speed 1/4-1/4000 (Program AE Mode) | ||||||
| Date & Time | Yes | ||||||
| Time Code | Yes | ||||||
| Edit Protocol | No | ||||||
| A/V Dubbing | Yes, Audio Dub in 12-bit Mode | ||||||
| Line-In Recording | Yes, Digital & Analog with Pass-Through | ||||||
| Inputs | 1x IEEE-1394 (4-pin), 1x S-Video, 1x A/V (Mini-RCA) | ||||||
| Outputs | The same as the Inputs, plus USB Port | ||||||
| Digital Still Mode | Still Camera Mode with the Sony Memory Stick Media | ||||||
| Card Slot | Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro | ||||||
| Special Effects | Yes | ||||||
| Digital Effects | Yes | ||||||
| Fader | Yes | ||||||
| Titler | Yes, 8 Preset & 2 Custom Titler | ||||||
| Built-In Mic | Yes | ||||||
| External Mic. Input | Yes, (Mini Stereo) | ||||||
| Headphone Jack | Yes, (Mini Stereo) | ||||||
| Built-In Speaker | Yes | ||||||
| Accessory Shoe | Yes, (Intelligent Hot Shoe) | ||||||
| Built-In Light | No, Pop-Up Flash | ||||||
| Tape Loading | |||||||
| Power Consumption | 3.9w/100-240v, 50/60Hz | ||||||
| Dimensions (WHD) | 2-3/8 x 4-3/4 x 4-1/2" (59 x 119 x 113mm) | ||||||
| Weight | 1 lb. 3oz. (540g) | ||||||
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| Batteries | NPF-M50
InfoLithium Battery NPQ-M71D InfoLithium Battery with LED NPQ-M91D InfoLithium Battery with LED |
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| Battery Chargers | BCV-M50
for M Series Batteries ACV-Q50 AC Power Adapter / Charger with Display ACS-Q950D AC/DC Power Super Quick Battery Charger for M Series Batteries DCCL-50 DC Power Adapter (for Camcorders) |
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| Memory Sticks | MSA-8A
8MB of memory MSA-16A 16MB of memory MSA-32A 32MB of memory MSA-64A 64MB of memory MSA-128A 128MB of memory Memory Stick Pro Media MSX-256, MSX-512 and MSX-1GB |
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| Lens Accessories | VF-R37K
Filter Kit VCL-0637H 0.6 Wide Angle Lens VCL-R2037 2x Telephoto Lens VCL-HG0737 High Grade Wide Angle VCL-HG2037 High Grade 2x Telephoto Lens |
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| Intelligent Shoe Accessories | ECM-HS1
Zoom Microphone HVL-IRH Night Shot Light HVL-FDH4 3w Video Light/Flash for Photo Mode HVL-S3D 3w Video Light |
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| Cables | VMC-IL4415
1.5m 4-pin to 4-pin Fire Wire Cable VMC-IL4435 3.5m 4-pin to 4-pin Fire Wire Cable VMC-IL4615 1.5m 4-pin to 6-pin Fire Wire Cable VMC-IL6615 1.5m 6-pin to 6-pin Fire Wire Cable VMC-20FR Audio/Video Cable (Mini to 3-RCA) |
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| Memory Stick Adapters | MSA-CFD2MA
Memory Stick Floppy Disk Adapter MSA-CUS1A Memory Stick Reader/Writer for USB MSA-CUS5 Memory Stick Reader/Writer Optical Mouse MSA-CPC2 Memory Stick PC Card Adapter MSA-CHGA8 Memory Stick Case |
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