Sony DCR-TRV530 Digital-8 Camcorder
The black-and-white EVF is adequate, but the large 3.5-inch color LCD monitor is the better bet for framing your shots. Digital stills can be recorded onto the accompanying 4 MB Memory Stick, and images can be downloaded to your computer via USB. Like all DV camcorders, the audio is recorded at CD quality levels--PCM digital stereo. Should you need more professional sound than the built-in mic provides, a mic input jack is located on the camcorder. Because the Sony DCR-TRV530 uses the DV format, you can download your footage to a computer for editing using an IEEE 1394 cable. Analog pass-through ports are built-in, letting you digitally archive all your old analog footage. Also included are a shoulder strap, lens cap, battery, AC adapter, and remote control. |
The
DCR-TRV530 is a full-featured Digital-8 camcorder. Digital-8 utilizes the
digital video format, but records onto Hi8 tapes, and can play your old Hi8
and 8mm movies. The 25x optical (28x digital) zoom is combined with image
stabilization, a boon since high zooms can lead to increased shakiness.
Additionally, the DCR-TRV530 features Sony's NightShot system for 0-lux
shooting. An assortment of special effects and faders help give your footage
a more professional feel. Also, a 16:9 widescreen shooting mode lets you
shoot movies in the same aspect ratio as Hollywood films.