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Sony's DCR-DVD405 digital camcorder is built for serious recording. It starts with a Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens set with a 10x optical zoom. These coated lenses reduce unwanted flares and glares so your shots are crisp and clean. That's backed with a 3.3 MegaPixel Advanced HAD CCD image sensor that that provides stunning detail and clarity. The Super SteadyShot image stabilization system holds the image steady even when you don't.
So you're off on vacation and want to spend an evening watching the movies you've taken so far, all you have to do is put the disk into a DVD player and enjoy. What, your hotel room doesn't have a DVD player? Then plug the camcorder into the TV with the supplied AV(composite) cable. With optional cables you can also attach it to an S-Video port.
A variety of shooting modes can make you look like a pro at the push of a button. With scene modes for beach & ski, landscape, portrait, sports lesson and more, there's an option for almost every situation. That even includes night shooting with the Super NightShot Infrared System that lets you shoot in 0 Lux conditions. Hold on to your memories!
Sony's DCR-DVD405 digital camcorder is built for serious recording. It starts with a Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens set with a 10x optical zoom. These coated lenses reduce unwanted flares and glares so your shots are crisp and clean. That's backed with a 3.3 MegaPixel Advanced HAD CCD image sensor that that provides stunning detail and clarity. The Super SteadyShot image stabilization system holds the image steady even when you don't.
So you're off on vacation and want to spend an evening watching the movies you've taken so far, all you have to do is put the disk into a DVD player and enjoy. What, your hotel room doesn't have a DVD player? Then plug the camcorder into the TV with the supplied AV(composite) cable. With optional cables you can also attach it to an S-Video port.
A variety of shooting modes can make you look like a pro at the push of a button. With scene modes for beach & ski, landscape, portrait, sports lesson and more, there's an option for almost every situation. That even includes night shooting with the Super NightShot Infrared System that lets you shoot in 0 Lux conditions. Hold on to your memories!
Advanced HAD CCD ImagerThe 1/3" Advanced HAD (Hole Accumulation Diode) CCD provides stunning detail and clarity for exceptional video (up to 530 lines of horizontal resolution) and still image performance.
10X Optical Zoom Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T LensThe Sony DCR-DVD405 digital camcorder features a high-quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens with stunning 10X optical zoom and 120X digital zoom capabilities to capture extreme close-ups with vivid color and crisp details.
Multiple DVD Format CompatibilityThe Sony DCR-DVD405 is compatible with various formats of 3" (8cm) DVD discs including DVD-R/RW and DVD+R/RW. Select discs that work best in your DVD player or recorder!
Dolby Digital 5.1-channel RecordingWith the Sony DCR-DVD405's built-in microphone, record video in Dolby Digital 5.1-channel surround sound so you can enjoy your home movies with active sounds coming from all directions.
2.7" Wide Touch Panel SwivelScreen Hybrid LCD DisplayThe 2.7" wide touch panel LCD display provides excellent viewing clarity and makes shooting in the 16:9 format easier. The screen rotates up to 270°for easy monitoring and reviewing.
Super SteadyShot Picture Stabilization SystemSony's Super SteadyShot picture stabilization system controls a wide range of vibrations caused by hand shaking and other movements for smoother video recording without degradation of image quality.
Learn more about the Sony DCR-DVD405
Model
Brand
SONY
Series
DVD Series
Model
DCR-DVD405
Details
Type
DVD Camcorder
Viewfinder
123K Color EVF
LCD
2.7" 123K Wide 16:9 Touch Panel LCD
Shutter Speed
Auto, 1/4s -1/4,000s (AE Mode)
Video Light
Built-in
Minimum Illumination
5 Lux (0 Lux with Super NightShot Infrared System)
Night Shot
Super NightShot Infrared System
Image Sensor
Image Sensor
1/3" CCD
Still Image Size
JPEG 2016 x 1512
Optic
Optical Zoom
10X
Digital Zoom
120X
Filter Diameter
30mm
Image Stabilization
Yes
Recording
Recording Media
8cm DVD-R -RW/+RW
Memory Card Support
Memory Stick Duo
Audio Recording
Dolby Digital 5.1ch
Terminals
Remote Control
RMT-835
Connectors
Analog/Digital AV Input and Output, USB 2.0, Mic-in (Active Interface Shoe), S-Video (optional accessory)
Recording and Playback Times: HQ: 20 min., SP: 30 min., LP 60 min. Video Signal System: NTSC color, EIA standards Super SteadyShot Picture Stabilization System 2.7" Wide Touch Panel SwivelScreen LCD Display (123K Pixels) On Screen Zoom and Record Buttons One Touch Wide Angle Shooting Easy Handycam Button Active Interface Shoe Dolby Digital 5.1ch Recording Program AE (Auto Exposure) Modes Progressive Shutter System Picture Package Software InfoLithium Battery with AccuPower Meter System
Dimensions & Weight
Dimensions (WxHxD) & Weight
5.8" x 3.7" x 2.7" (143 x 90 x 66mm) 1 lb. 5 oz. (590g) with Disc and Battery
Package Contents
Package Contents
Camcorder, Power Adapter/In-Camera Charger (AC-L200), InfoLithium Rechargeable Battery (NP-FP60), Remote Commander Remote Control (RMT-835), A/V Cable (Stereo), Picture Package Software ver. 1.8 and Nero Express 6 (conversion Software), USB Cable