The Sony DCR-SX44E 4GB Handycam PAL Camcorder (Blue) is a standard definition, flash memory camcorder that's well-suited for the budget-minded. Sony gave the SX44E 4GB of internal flash memory that can record nearly 3 hours of footage (SD LP mode). Sony also gives you the option of using Sony's proprietary Memory Stick Media or SD/SDHC memory cards.

The Sony DCR-SX44E 4GB Handycam PAL Camcorder (Blue) is a standard definition, flash memory camcorder that's well-suited for the budget-minded. Sony gave the SX44E 4GB of internal flash memory that can record nearly 3 hours of footage (SD LP mode). Sony also gives you the option of using Sony's proprietary Memory Stick Media or SD/SDHC memory cards.

4GB Internal Memory

4GB of embedded memory can record and store up to almost 3 hours of video footage (SD LP mode)

Hybrid Recording to Internal Memory or Memory Stick Media

Hybrid recording technology delivers a new level of flexibility of capturing and transferring your video footage and digital photos from the camcorder to compatible viewing devices. Record to 4GB embedded flash memory or choose instead to record to removable Memory Stick PRO Duo media (optional). You can even select from various dubbing functions to easily copy video or still images from the embedded flash media to the Memory Stick PRO Duo media - without using a PC

Media Card Slot

For convenient storage and sharing of your images and videos, the camera accepts Memory Stick Duo / Memory Stick PRO Duo / Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo media and SD/SDHC media (optional)

1/8" Advanced HAD CCD Sensor

A 1/8" Advanced HAD (Hole Accumulation Diode) CCD imager with 410K (effective) pixel resolution delivers stunning detail and clarity for exceptional video (up to 500 lines of horizontal resolution) and still image performance

Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens with SteadyShot

The DCR-SX44E features a professional-quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens designed specifically for compact camcorders. Precision ground optics help maintain the sharpness and contrast of larger lenses, and SteadyShot image stabilization helps reduce blur caused by camera shake

2.7" Clear Photo LCD Display

The 2.7" Clear Photo LCD (230 K) display provides exceptional viewing clarity with 123K pixels resolution. The display rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles, as well as provides sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback. The convenient touch panel allows easy access to menus and additional functionality such as spot focus and spot metering

Digital Still Image Capture

The DCR-SX44E doubles as a digital camera, storing JPEG still images to the built-in 4GB Internal Memory and to optional Memory Stick Media or SD/SDHC memory cards. In addition, the camera also features photo capture from movies so you can record without interruption and get the shot

60x Optical / 2000x Digital Zoom

60x optical zoom helps you capture close-up action while keeping your distance. In addition, Digital Zoom Interpolation means that extreme digital zooming (up to 2000x) is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zooms

Direct Copy to External HDD without a PC

Store your memories in a whole new way with the ability to copy videos from your camcorder directly to an external hard disk drive (optional), all without a computer. Your camcorder can also access videos stored on the external hard drive for playback on your HDTV, allowing you to utilize the camcorder's handy playback features

Face Detection

Face Detection technology recognizes up to 8 faces anywhere in the frame and automatically adjusts exposure to help capture faces brightly and clearly

Face Index Function

Face Index makes it easy to find and play back the right video scene. Using Face Detection technology, Face Index indexes your video footage according to the faces detected in each scene. When it's time to play back video, simply search for what you want by selecting from among the detected faces displayed in the index

Film Roll Index

Like chapters in a book, Film Roll Index helps you easily find desired scenes in video footage. When using this feature, the camcorder previews the beginning of scenes and can create scene indexes set at specified display intervals (3, 6, or 12 seconds and 1 or 5 minutes)

Sony PMB (Picture Motion Browser) Software

Sony Picture Motion Browser software offers a simple, intuitive way to transfer, sort, and view your video and still images on your compatible PC. In addition, multiple output options let you burn your memories to DVD (optional), as well as take advantage of one click upload to a number of popular video and photo sharing sites

Direction Connection with Optional DVD Burner

The DCR-SX44E supports a direct connection with the VRD-P1 DVD burner (optional), which allows you to burn DVDs directly from your camcorder without the need for a PC. And because the VRD-P1 is powered by your camcorder, you don't need an additional AC power cable

Creative Control and Workflow Features

LED video light for capturing video in low-light situations

Power on your camcorder by simply opening the camera's LCD display

USB 2.0 provides an easy connection between your camcorder and PC for fast transfer of video and stills

Dolby Digital stereo recording with built-in zoom mic focuses on subject for clear dialogue and crisp, discrete sounds

Specifications

Optics

Sensor 1/8" CCD

Lens 1.8-108mm

f/1.8-6

Zoom Optical: 60x

Digital: 2,000x

Filter Size 30mm

Recording

System PAL

Recording Media Internal Flash Memory 4GB Video/Image

SD/SDHC, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO Duo

Recording Time Internal Flash Memory

Standard Def: HQ: 55 minutes

Standard Def: SP: 85 minutes

Standard Def: LP: 175 minutes

Memory Stick PRO Duo

Standard Def: 16GB: HQ: 235 minutes

Standard Def: 16GB: SP: 340 minutes

Standard Def: 16GB: LP: 715 minutes

Video Format Standard Definition

MPEG2

720 x 480

Audio Format 2-Channel Stereo

Display

Display Type LCD

Screen Size 2.7"

Touchscreen Yes

Features

Image Stabilization Optical

Lux 3Auto Slow Shutter On, 1/30 Shutter Speed

Built-in Mic Yes

Built-in Speaker Yes

Built-in Light/Flash Light Yes/No

Accessory Shoe None

Tripod Mount 1/4"

Input/Output Connectors

Inputs None

Outputs 1x USB 2.0

1x A/V

Audio/Video Remote Terminal: Video/S Video/Audio

Analog Audio/Video Outputs: Included (via A/V Remote Terminal)

S-Video Outputs: Optional (via A/V Remote jack)

Microphone Input No

Headphone Jack No

General

System Requirements Windows System

XP (SP3), Vista (SP2), 7

Mac OS not supported by PMB Ver.5.0 software

Windows XP SP3, Vista SP2, Windows 7 64-bit editions and Starter (Edition) are not supported

Battery Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery

Dimensions (WxHxD) 1.97 x 2.17 x 4.41" / 50 x 55 x 112mm

Weight 8 oz / 226.8g

This is a "PAL" product and CANNOT be used in the USA. It is designed for use with video products built to PAL TV standards.