MiniDV Format
The Sony DCR-TRV70 MiniDV camcorder was released in 2003. Its features and specifications were impressive back in the day.
It utilizes the MiniDV video format and has a 1/4.7-inch Advanced HAD CCD imaging device boasting 2.1 Megapixels.
Zoom
The camcorder features a 10x optical zoom and an impressive 120x digital zoom. Sony’s Super SteadyShot image stabilization technology complements this feature for smoother footage.
The DCR-TRV70 sports a 2.5-inch touch-panel colour SwivelScreen LCD display, enhancing user interaction and viewing comfort.
Low-Light Shooting
The camcorder performs well in low light, with a minimum illumination of 7 Lux.
It incorporates Sony’s NightShot System, a zero-lux infrared system that allows recording in near-darkness for low-light situations.
Audio
A built-in stereo microphone handles audio capture, and the device includes a mini stereo headphone jack for monitoring.
Memory Stick Support
This camcorder is compatible with Memory Stick media, which supports up to 1GB capacity for storing still images. An 8MB stick is included in the package.
AV Connectivity
Connectivity options are plentiful, featuring USB, FireWire (IEEE1394), A/V output, and S-Video output ports.
Regarding imaging capabilities, the DCR-TRV70 offers 1080K pixels for video resolution and 1920K pixels for still image capture.
The lens’s focal length is 4.5 to 45mm, equivalent to 52 to 520mm in 35mm format.
Exposure
The Sony DCR-TRV70 MiniDV camcorder provides flexible exposure control, including a Program AE Mode with shutter speeds ranging from 1/4 to 1/4000 of a second.
White balance settings include Auto, Outdoor, Indoor, and Hold options.
The touch panel allows a 24-step manual exposure control, giving users fine-tuned command over their recordings.
This Sony camcorder utilizes a Precision Color viewfinder with 180K pixels resolution.
Power
Power is provided by an InfoLithium NP-FM50 battery.
Power consumption varies depending on usage. It ranges from 3.9W when using the viewfinder to 4.8W when both the viewfinder and LCD are in use.
Dimensions
Compact and lightweight, the DCR-TRV70 measures 2.875 inches in width, 3.5 inches in height, and 6.875 inches in depth.
Without tape and battery, it weighs approximately 1 lb 6 oz (640g), making it highly portable for on-the-go recording.
Accessories
The Sony DCR-TRV70 MiniDV camcorder comes with a comprehensive set of accessories.
This includes:
- AC-L15 power adapter/in-camera charger
- NP-FM50 InfoLithium rechargeable battery
- 8MB Memory Stick
- RMT-811 wireless remote commander
- A/V cable, USB cable, lens cap, shoulder strap
- LCD cleaning Ccoth, stylus, CD-ROM with USB Driver (Pixela ImageMixer Ver. 1.5)
Video Guide
To refresh your understanding of this MiniDV camcorder, watch the video below.
Learn more about the Sony DCR-TRV70 MiniDV camcorder from its manual.
