3CCD MiniDV CamcorderDCR-VX2100O MiniDV RecordingOffers up to 530 lines of horizontal resolution, 3Xcolor bandwidth (vs. VHS) and significantly higherS/N ratio, to provide stunning video performance.O 3 CCD Imaging SystemEach 1/3" CCD has 380,000 pixels for brilliantdigital picture-quality.O 530 Lines of HorizontalVideo ResolutionAdvanced HAD™ Megapixel CCD technology,combined with high-quality optics provideoutstanding video performance with up to 530horizontal lines of resolution.O Digital Still MemoryMode with Memory Stick® MediaCapture digital still images at 640x480resolution, directly onto Memory Stick® mediafor easy transfer to PC’s for emailing, printing, orsharing with other compatible Memory Stick®devices.O Advanced HAD™ CCDTechnologyEnhanced CCD design allows more light to reachthe imager which reduces video noise to improvesignal-to-noise ratio by up to 6db (2x better thana standard CCD). Particularly effective whenshooting in dark situations.O 12X Optical/48X DigitalZoomThe optical zoom helps to bring the action upclose from far away. In addition, the digital zoominterpolation means that extreme digital zoomingis clearer, with less distortion than previous typesof digital zooms.O Aspherical Ground Glass58mm LensLarger diameter allows more light to strike theAdvanced HAD™ CCD imagers for greater detailand clarity, while the aspherical lens reducesoptical distortion, and provide bettercorner-to-corner focus.O 2.5" Precision HybridSwivelScreen™ LCD Display (211K Pixels)Provides excellent viewing clarity with improvedresolution. The 211K pixel LCD display makesimages sharp and detailed during playback orwhen monitoring recording. The HybridReflective-Transmissive LCD Screen providesaccurate viewing in sunlight or bright light,virtually eliminating the "wash-out" commonwith traditional LCD Screens.O Manual Zoom RingAllows user operated manual zoom speed formore flexibility and control.O Precision ColorViewfinder (180K Pixels)Increased pixel count provides more detail andclarity of video subjects.O Manual Shutter SpeedGives you optimum control over the shutterspeed based upon shooting environment ordesired effect.O Manual Exposure DialCreate your own special look by controlling thecamera’s exposure amount manually, allowingin less or more light for creative control.O Stamina PowerManagement System 9 Hours (UsingOptional NP-F960)The Sony DCR-VX2100 can record for up to 9hours or playback for up to 13 hours (with LCDscreen off) on a single charge with the optionalNP-F960.O InfoLithium® Batterywith AccuPower™ Meter SystemCharge the battery at any time because unlikeNiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries Sony’srechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries are notsubjected to a life shortening "memory effect".Sony’s exclusive AccuPower™ meter displaysthe battery time remaining in minutes, in theviewfinder or the LCD screen.O Super SteadyShotOptical Stabilization SystemAn advanced version of Sony’s SteadyShot®System that minimizes even high frequencyshake and vibration using motion sensors and anoptical active prism stabilization system, forbetter performance even in difficult shootingsituations.O i.LINK® 2 DV Interface(IEEE1394)A high speed bi-directional digital video/audiocommunication between two devices equippedwith an IEEE1394 interface, includingcamcorders, digital VCRs, and PCs.O Intelligent AccessoryShoeProvides power, on/off and special operationalcommands to a variety of Sony IntelligentAccessories via an 8-pin interface. This enableseasy synchronized operation between theHandycam® camcorder and such accessories asvideo lights, infrared lights and microphoneswithout additional batteries or cables.O Progressive ShutterSystemMechanical shutter system that providesProgressive Scan performance while utilizing aninterlace scanning system. Digital still imageswill be sharp and clear with excellent definition.Designed for the "prosumer", the DCR-VX2100 is made for the video enthustiast. This camcorder features a3-CCD imaging system, which yields outstanding resolution and color. The Manual Zoom Ring and the 58mmAspherical Lens allows for better focusing with greater detail and clarity.