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DCR-SR42 30GB Handycam Camcorder

Model number: DCR-SR42
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Stop switching tapes and start filming with the DCR-SR42 Handycam® camcorder. Capture video on the internal hard disk drive and keep the action close and personal with the amazing zoom.

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1/6" Advanced HAD™ CCD Imager, 680K Pixels Gross

1/6" Advanced HAD™ (Hole Accumulation Diode) CCD with 340K (effective) pixels provides stunning detail and clarity with exceptional video (up to 500 lines of horizontal resolution) and still image performance.

2.5" Touch Panel SwivelScreen™ LCD Display (123K Pixels)4

The 2.5" LCD screen provides excellent viewing clarity. The high resolution 123K pixel LCD screen rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles providing sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback.

Super SteadyShot® Picture Stabilization System

An advanced version of Sony's SteadyShot® system that controls an even higher range of shake and vibration frequencies, to achieve an even higher level of smoothness without degradation of video like some other image stabilization systems.

DVDirect® Compatibility

The DVDirect system allows for easy transfer to a stand-alone DVD Burner via USB 2.0. The VRD-VC30 allows for easy transfer of video for DVD Burning. While the VRD-MC3 allows for seamless transfer of both Video and Still images for archiving on a DVD.

HDD Smart Protection

A unique Shock Absorber protects the Hard Disk Drive from physical damage if the unit is dropped. When the 3G Sensor detects a drop (loss of gravity) the power to the Hard Disk Drive is turned off in order to prevent damage; during this time the DCR-SR42 remains powered on and recording video to the built-in buffer. Once the unit has recovered from the drop the buffrer is then recorded to the Hard Disk Drive.

Scene Selection Modes

Scene Selection modes make recording easy even when filming in challenging situations. Choose from Beach, Candle, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait, Snow, Sports Lesson, Spotlight, Sunrise & Sunset and Twilight.

Battery Information

At the touch of a button, battery information is displayed on the LCD screen when charging and when the camcorder is turned off. The display will show how much the battery is charged, in 10% increments and the recordable time left when using the LCD screen or in the viewfinder.

Tele Macro Function

Useful for shooting close up shots, but without having the camcorder cast in a shadow on the subject. Images shot in the Tele Macro Mode will have the subject propely focused with the background unfocused so that the subject stands out.

Professional Quality Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar® Lens

Carl Zeiss lenses have an advanced optical multi-layer coating for increased contrast. This results in vivid image brilliance, true-to-life color saturation and perfect renditions of subtle tones.

Memory Stick Duo™ Media Slot6

Capture still images up to 640x 480 resolution, directly onto Memory Stick Duo media for easy transfer to PCs for emailing, printing or sharing with other compatible Memory Stick® media devices.

USB 2.0 Interface3

USB 2.0 interface provides an easy way to connect your Hard Disk Handycam Camcorder to the computer for fast transfer of video and still images to your computer for editing. The camcorder can also be used as an external storage device, convenient for archiving, storing and transporting your videos and still images.

One Touch Disc Burn

Easily burn a DVD copy of your footage using the supplied software. Simply connect your DCR-SR42 to your PC via the Handycam Station and supplied USB3 cable and press the One Touch Disc Burn button.

Manual Focus

Allows the user to manually adjust the focus of the camcorder using the touch panel. Manual focusing also allows the user to control the focus in difficult situations where either the environment or the subject does not allow the camcorder's auto focus to perform optimally, such as when shooting through a window or in a crowded environment.

Fader Effect(s)

Enhance your personal videos by adding professional looking fader effects. Choose from Black & White.

InfoLITHIUM® Battery with AccuPower™ Meter System

Charge the battery at anytime because unlike NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries, Sony's rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries are not subjected to a life shortening "Memory Effect". Sony's exclusive AccuPower™ meter displays the battery time remaining in minutes, in either the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.

40X Optical/2000X Digital Zoom

The optical zoom helps to bring the action close up from far away. In addition, the Digital Zoom interpolation means that extreme digital zooming is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zooms.

Handycam® Station

Simply placing the camcorder on the supplied Handycam Station cradle provides quick connections to a compatible TV for viewing or a PC for editing and sharing, all while charging the battery so your camcorder is always ready to go.

On Screen Zoomand Record Buttons

For additional control of the camcorder, the DCR-SR42 features Zoom and Record buttons on the frame of the LCD screen. This allows the user more flexibility when holding the camcorder, especially in overhead or low angle shots.

Easy PC Backup

Easily back up your footage to your PC using the supplied software. The footage will be stored on your PC's hard drive for archiving purposes and viewing at a later time; the footage is stored by date allowing for quick access. In addition, only new footage is transferred to your PC each time you Backup your footage.

Super NightShot® Plus Infrared System

With Sony's Super NightShot Infrared System you can capture natual looking video, even when shooting in low light. Record subjects up to 20 feet away using the built-in infrared system, but without the overall monochrome color common with earlier low-light recording systems.

Picture Effects

Get creative when recording or playing back your videos with Sony's Picture Effect Modes. Effects available in Camera mode: Monotone, Pastel and Sepia. Effects available in Playback mode: Monotone, Pastel and Sepia.

Easy Handycam Button

Using a camcorder can be intimidating for some people, so with a press of the Easy Handycam button, most of the advanced features of the camcorder are "locked out" leaving only the buttons essential for recording operational.

Multi-Language Menu

Change the menu display from English to English (Simplified), Canadian French, Latin American Spanish or Brazilian Portuguese.

Product Specifications

LCD Display

  • LCD Type : 2.5" Touch Panel SwivelScreen™ LCD Display (123K Pixels)4

Weights and Measurements

  • Dimensions (Approx.) : 2 7/8" x 2 7/8" x 4 5/8" (73 x 71 x 115mm)
  • Weight (Approx.) : 13 oz (380g) with suppied battery

Convenience

  • Exposure : Touch Panel (32 steps)

Optics/Lens

  • 35mm Equivalent : 39-1560mm (16:9 Camera Mode), 36-1440mm (4:3 Camera Mode), 36-1440mm (4:3 Memory Mode)
  • Aperture : f1.8-4.1
  • Digital Zoom : 2000X
  • Filter Diameter : 30mm
  • Focal Distance : 1.9-76mm; Telemacro Mode - 430mm
  • Focus : Full Range Auto/Manual (Touch Panel)
  • Optical Zoom : 40X
  • Progressive Shutter Mode : N/A
  • Shutter Speed : Auto, 1/60-1/4000 (Scene Selection Mode)

General

  • Imaging Device : 1/6" Advanced HAD™ CCD
  • Pixel Gross : 680K
  • Recording Media : 30GB5 Hard Disk Drive, Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media (sold separately)
  • Recording and Playback Times : HQ: up to 7 hours, SP: up to 10 hours, LP: up to 20 hours
  • Still Actual : 340K Pixels

Recording

  • Video Actual (Pixel) : 260K Pixels

In the Box

  • Handycam Station
  • Enjoy Handycam DVD
  • Power Adapter/In Camera Charger (AC-L200)
  • A/V Cable
  • Rechargeable InfoLITHIUM® Battery (NP-FH40)
  • USB Cable

Product Profile

Support

Product Warranty

  • Lightweight Tripod

    Lightweight Tripod

    $49.99

  • Lightweight Tripod

    Lightweight Tripod

    $34.99

  • Rechargeable Camcorder Battery Pack

    Rechargeable Camcorder Battery Pack

    $159.99

  • InfoLithium H Series Battery Pack

    InfoLithium H Series Battery Pack

    $59.99

  • Mini Plug to USB Cable

    Mini Plug to USB Cable

    $19.99

  • Handycam Audio Video Cable

    Handycam Audio Video Cable

    $19.99

  • Soft Carrying Case

    Soft Carrying Case

    $249.99

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Audio Videos downloaded from DCR-SR42 to a Dell laptop with Vista do not have audio, how can a fix this ? April 27, 2012
y they stop sellin this f*** awesome camcorder this camera is awesome, no, that's an understatement, it's f**king kick @$$!! especially for a beginning cameraman like myself. it has all the features you could possibly ask for when starting out, it has a 30 GB harddrive, letting you record for HOURS at a time without stopping. the dock makes stuff pretty simple. nightshot works well, zoom works well for the purposes I use it with. it's just awesome, why did sony stop selling this!! November 28, 2010
good video. good luck transfering it onto your com Incompetent design. I can't believe any corporation would release a product that is designed to interface with a computer that is so un intuitive to connect to a computer. I can't believe I can?t get my money back. It really does take good video. If it takes an hour and a half to figure out how to get it on the computer every time I use it is effectively a time liability. Other than that it is a good video camera. I have to look at the manual every single time I take video and want to load it on the computer. Why on earth would you not put a USB jack on the unit itself?!?!?!?!?! I will think twice before I ever buy any Sony product. I am a college graduate... worked in IT for several years... Have loaded video from this camcorder onto my laptop at least 10 times and..... get this.... I have been working on getting video off this hunk of **it for over an hour and still won't load. It has been this bad every time. Just when I think it's broke I get it to work. At that point I figure out that they just did a terrible job designing the interface. Really a horrible horrible horrible job designing the interface. Really ... I mean an incompetent job of designing the interface. Seriously if you didn't understand me... I said incompetent... let me say it one more time... Incompetent design. October 30, 2010
YEAHHH I USED THIS CAMERA TO FILM SOME INTERVIEWZ FOR A SCHOOL PROJECT. IT WAS A WIN. I <3. I ONLY WISH I COULD HAVE FIGURED OUT HOW TO DELETE PICSZZ. FUUU SONY 4 NO DELETEE. February 25, 2010
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VIEW FOOTNOTES


1. Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage patterns, battery and environmental conditions. Designed for use with compatible Sony InfoLITHIUM® batteries.

2. Image size and files size may vary based upon the type and complexity of the image recorded.

3. Not all products with USB 2.0 connector may communicate with each other due to chipset variations.

4. Viewable area measured diagonally.

5. 30GB means 30 Billion bytes. Available storage capacity may vary and a portion of the memory is used for data management functions.

6. Available storage capacity of Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO media may vary. A portion of the memory is used for data management fucntions. Actual available memory in MBs is: 8MB=7.5, 16=15, 32=30, 64=61, 128=123, 256=220, 512=460, 1GB=940, 2GB=1.85GB, 4GB=3.66GB.

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Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Sony, AccuPower, Advanced HAD, Handycam, InfoLITHIUM, like.no.other, NightShot, Remote Commander, SteadyShot and SwivelScreen are trademarks of Sony. Carl Zeiss and Vario-Tessar are trademarks of Carl Zeiss. PictBridge is a trademark of CIPA. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.

Features and specifications subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate and may vary.

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