The smallest DVCAM camcorder, the DSR-PD150 is ideal for event videography and video journalism. It features three 1/3-inch Progressive Scan CCDs for up forty minutes of high quality video recording on a PDVM-40 mini DVCAM cassette or almost 1000 JPEG images on an optional 64 MB MemoryStick. In addition to superb resolution and sensitivity, the DSR-PD150 also features 12X zoom lens, Super Steadyshot Stabilization System, professional audio with two built-in XLR inputs and a slot for flash memory card or MemoryStick. The camcorder also offers full creative control with manual zoom, focus and exposure control. A high resolution (500 lines) B&W viewfinder and a swing out 2-1/2" color LCD panel monitor make shooting a breeze.

High Quality Video:

• Equipped with a Super HAD? progressive scan 3-CCD imaging system (380,000 pixels each), the DSR-PD150 records up to 530 lines of horizontal resolution, high S/N (signal-to-noise) ratio and natural, lifelike color reproduction--even flesh tones.
• Progressive Scan CCDs capture a complete frame of video rather than interlacing two separate fields to produce a video frame. This high performance system eliminates the stair stepping effect that can be seen in standard interlaced systems when capturing still images. Images are sharp and clear with excellent definitio
• 12x (6-72mm or 43.2-518.4mm in 35mm equivalent) 58-millimeter aspherical glass zoom lens provides exceptional detail and clarity with none of the geometric distortion associated with large spherical lenses, while a 2-position neutral density filter compensates for unique lighting situations such as studio lights or direct sunlight.
• Optical Super SteadyShot stabilization system uses motion sensors and optical lenses to eliminate high frequency shake and vibration--without compromising picture quality.

High Quality Audio:

• Records PCM digital stereo audio in two modes: 16-bit modes offers CD-quality stereo sound on one track, while the 12-bit mode records stereo on two tracks so you can add background music or voice-overs later without disturbing the original soundtracks.
• Includes directional shotgun microphone (mono) plus two independent XLR audio inputs with independent audio level control, line/mic select and phantom power

High Performance:

• High resolution B&W viewfinder (500 lines)
• 16:9 widescreen recording mode lets you record in a true 'widescreen' or anamorphic aspect ratio
• Adjustable high-speed electronic shutter from 1/4 to 1/10,000 of a second
• Up to eight hours of operation with the optional NP-F960 InfoLithium battery
• Professional time code with preset and user-bits capability
• Built-in color bar generator allows proper saturation levels to be set, while a Zebra Pattern in the viewfinder prevents over exposure.
• Choice of automatic or manual control for shutter speeds, white balance, iris, zoom and focus
• Time/Date stamp with seconds recorded on video for legal video applications
• Frame recording modes allows recording of any individual frame of the 30 frames that make up one second of video.
• Equipped with digital effects like Flash Motion, Trail, Old Movie and Luminance Key, as well a 3-mode fader

Editing Functions:

• Editing video is made easier with drop frame time code and built-in 20 segment assemble editor. In addition, the DSR-PD150 can connect directly to any IEEE1394-enabled PC, with an optional i.LINK digital cable. By combining digitally recorded video with a PC, you can record, edit and produce professional quality, digital videos that was once limited by the high cost of production.
• i.LINK (IEEE-1394) DV Interface allows high speed bi-directional digital communication between any two devices equipped with an i.LINK interface, including camcorders, VCRs, capture cards, and computers.

Conveniences:

• 2.5-inch precision SwivelScreen plasma