Sony DCRDVD850 Silver DVD digital camcorder with 16GB built-in memory

Go hybrid for versatile recording

Sony's DCR-DVD850 DVD digital camcorder delivers not one, not two, but three options for recording video. While the DCR-DVD850 supports a variety of 3" DVD formats, this Handycam camcorder also lets you record to the built-in 16GB of flash memory or to optional Memory Stick PRO Duo memory cards (sold separately). This level of recording versatility makes the DCR-DVD850 a powerful tool in your cinematic repertoire.

Get close to the action

For long-distance filming, the Sony DCR-DVD850 delivers the performance you're looking for. Whether you're shooting a sporting event from somewhere other than the sidelines, or documenting wildlife, the DCR-DVD850's impressive 60x optical zoom gets you close to the action, effortlessly. And if you're worried about keeping each scene still, think again. Sony's SteadyShot optical image stabilization dramatically reduces blur resulting from shaky hands or unstable shooting platforms. Further, the DCR-DVD850's 1/8" Advanced HAD CCD image sensor captures stunning detail and clarity for exceptional video and stills — that's right, the DCR-DVD850 features a still-shot capture mode capable of shooting still shots with a 680K-pixel resolution. Finally, Dolby Digital 5.1 audio recording captures active sounds from all directions, letting you experience your home movies the way you experienced them while shooting.

Control at the touch of a finger

The Sony DCR-DVD850's wide 2.7" LCD viewscreen offers a powerful tool for composing, reviewing, and sharing your video. Further, with its touchscreen operation, the LCD panel dramatically simplifies operation of the camcorder. For optimal versatility in the field, the viewscreen rotates up to 270°.

Included with purchase

Sony DCR-DVD850 camcorder, AC adaptor, rechargeable battery pack, A/V connecting cable, installed Clock Lithium, application software, USB driver, CD-ROM, and USB cable.

Comparison Specifications

Zoom power: 60x optical zoom / 2000x digital zoom
Capture system: 1/8" Advanced HAD CCD sensor
View screen: 2.7" wide touch panel LCD display
Digital interfaces: 1 USB v2.0 port / Analog audio/video out
Stabilization: SteadyShot optical image stabilization
Shooting modes: Auto, Twilight, Twilight Portrait, Candle, Sunrise & Sunset, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait, Spotlight, Sports, Beach, Snow
Manual: Manual focus
Still-image abilities: JPEG / 680K resolution

Additional Specifications

Recording media: 3" DVD (DVD-R, DVD±RW, DVD+R DL) / 16GB embedded flash memory / Memory Stick PRO Duo media
Audio recording: Dolby Digital 5.1
Video format: Standard definition MPEG2 / NTSC color, EIA standards
Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens
InfoLITHIUM lithium-ion battery with AccuPower meter system
35mm equivalent: 39-2340 (16:9) / 44-2640 (4:3)
Aperture: f/1.8 - f/6.0
Focal distance: 1.8mm - 108mm
Shutter speed: Auto / 1/4 - 1/4000
Picture Motion Browser software