Sony Handycam DCR-TRV240 Digital-8 Camcorder

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The DCR-TRV240 delivers all the benefits of Digital8 recording quality in a smaller chassis. Design includes an intelligent accessory shoe,... Read More

The DCR-TRV240 delivers all the benefits of Digital8 recording quality in a smaller chassis. Design includes an intelligent accessory shoe, an enhanced 25X optical/700X digital zoom, and backwards compatibility with your existing Hi8/D8 tapes. The DCR-TRV240 also provides Sony's new USB streaming feature and the flexibility of Super NightShot 0 Lux mode and Color Mode in addition to a Super SteadyShot Picture Stabilization System. Sony's new USB Image Capture Function lets you stream live and recorded images to your PC and send them through e-mail. Minimize

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Key Features
Recording System	NTSC
Camcorder Type	Digital
Recording Media	Digital-8
Optical Zoom	25x
Weight	1.96 lb.
CCD
Sensor Size	1/6"
Number of Pixels	460K pixels
Sensor Quantity	1
LCD / Viewfinder
LCD Screen Size	2.5 in.
Color Viewfinder	Without Color Viewfinder
Display Type	With LCD Screen
Lens
Optical Zoom	25x
Focal Length	2.4 - 60 mm
Attachment / Filter Size	37 mm
Digital Zoom	700x
Video Modes
Recording Speeds	SP • LP
Low Lux	4 Lux
Image Stabilizer	With Image Stabilizer
Night Shot	With Night Shot
Audio
Audio Format	12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo Audio
Memory Photography
Digital Still Shot Mode	With Still Shot Capability
MPEG Movie Mode	Without MPEG Movie Mode
Interfaces
Microphone Type	Internal • External/Optional
Output Interfaces	S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / i.Link • USB • Headphones Jack
Input Interfaces	S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / iLink
Power Supply
Battery Type	Proprietary Lithium
Battery Life	Up to 1.67 Hours
Dimensions
Weight	1.96 lb.
Depth	8.13 in.
Height	4 in.
Width	3.38 in.
Warranty
Warranty	1 Year
Miscellaneous
Family Line	Sony Handycam
UPC	027242600485
Release Date	January, 2002
Included Accessories	2 x AA Batteries • Software • USB Cable • A/V Cable • Shoulder Strap • Driver • Lithium Propriety Battery • AC Power Adapter • Remote Control • Lens Cap
Product MPN
MPN	TRV-240

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By: dkozin

in Electronics at Epinions.com
Mar 11, 2002

Sony DCR-TRV240 Digital8 Digital Camcorder With Analog Inputs

Author's Rating:

Pros: Price, picture quality, InfoLithium, features, analog inputs, USB and FireWire

Cons: Battery life with LCD use is short, poor digital still picture quality, could be smaller

Bottom Line:
The TRV240 is a good value if you need analog inputs and/or 8mm/Hi8 playback. Otherwise, it is a good D8 camcorder. It has great ... Read More

By: richpais
Nov 8, 2002

The features of Sony DCR-TRV240

Author's Rating:

Pros: Great pictures, plenty of features, easy to use

Cons: Bottom loading, not the greatest when it comes to still pictures

Bottom Line:
After all it's a SONY Read More

By: radioguy
Jul 18, 2002

Sony TRV240 Digital8 Camcorder -- Hi-Value Digital Video

Author's Rating:

Pros: Digital, Hi8 playback, analog-to-digital conversion.

Cons: Light on still features, bottom-loading tape compartment, no manual white balance.

Bottom Line:
"For a small increase over the cheapest model, the TRV140, you get a big increase in useful features." Read More

By: Matt.
May 2, 2002

DCR-TRV240 vs. DCR-TRV140

Author's Rating:

Pros: Great picture. Easy to use. Loads of features. Backward compatible with Hi8 and 8mm recordings.

Cons: Hi8 and 8mm playback not perfect. Not that great for still pictures.

Bottom Line:
The TRV240 is a very good digital camcorder at a reasonable price. The TRV140 is also very good if you don't need backward compatibility. Read More

By: jesse53787
Sep 7, 2002

Digital Camcorder

Author's Rating:

Pros: Good color, works great, saves picture.

Cons: Not any.

Bottom Line:
Anyone who needs one this is perfect! Read More

By: florinandrei
Jan 17, 2004

a beginner's camcorder

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Pros: camcorder for beginners

Cons: camcorder for beginners Read More

By: aquinv
Nov 6, 2007

Don't buy it!!!

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Pros: Nice picture

Cons: Does not last long! Don't buy it! Read More

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