Sony Handycam® DCR-TRV460 Digital-8 Camcorder

Sony's Digital8 Handycam camcorders, the DCR-TRV460 record digital video and audio onto inexpensive, easy-to-find 8mm and Hi8 tapes. This model adds touch-screen operation through the LCD display and digital still image and MPEG1 video capture with the incorporation of a Memory Stick® slot.

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Manufacturer: Sony

Key Features
Camcorder Type	Digital
Recording Format	Digital-8
Recording System	NTSC
Sensor Quantity	1
Memory Still Resolution	0.31 Megapixels
Optical Zoom	20x
Weight	2 lb.
CCD
Sensor Quantity	1
Sensor Size	1/6"
Number of Pixels	460K pixels
LCD / Viewfinder
Display Type	With LCD Screen
LCD Panel Size	2.5 in.
Color Viewfinder	Without Color Viewfinder
Lens
Optical Zoom	20x
Digital Zoom	990x
Lens Focal Length	2.5 - 50 mm
Filter Diameter	37 mm
Video Modes
Recording Speed	SP • LP
Image Stabilizer	With Image Stabilizer
Low Lux	4 Lux
Night Shot	With Night Shot
Audio
Audio Format	12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo Audio
Memory Photography
Memory Card Type	Memory Stick • Memory Stick Pro
Digital Still Shot Mode	With Still Shot Capability
Memory Still Resolution	0.31 Megapixels
Max Still Image Size	640 x 480
MPEG Movie Mode Resolution	320 x 240 (QVGA) • 160 x 112
MPEG Movie Mode	With MPEG Movie Mode
Interfaces
Output Interfaces	S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / i.Link • USB
Input Interfaces	S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / iLink
Microphone Type	Internal
Power Supply
Battery Type	Proprietary Lithium
Battery Life	1.75 Hours
Dimensions
Width	3.38 in.
Depth	6 in.
Height	3.88 in.
Weight	2 lb.
Warranty
Warranty	1 Year
Miscellaneous
Family Line	Sony Handycam
Included Accessories	Software • USB Cable • A/V Cable • Shoulder Strap • Driver • Lithium Propriety Battery • Battery Charger • AC Power Adapter • Remote Control • Lens Cap

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By: mrpimms
Jul 19, 2005

Sony TRV-460 Delivers More for Less

Author's Rating:

Pros: Steadyshot, Nightshot, Predictable Video Quality, Thoughtful UI, Great Quality/Features/Price.

Cons: Digital-8 stores 1/2 of tape, Tiny battery included, bulky. Not many cons.

Bottom Line:
For families who want a low-cost, no-brainer with great quality, for people who seek good solid mature technology, over bleeding-edge technology. Not for those where size matters. Read More

By: dkozin

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Dec 14, 2004

Sony DCR-TRV460 Handycam - Good Inexpensive Digital8 Digital Camcorder

Author's Rating:

Pros: Good zoom, video quality, features, price, connectivity, plays 8mm/Hi8.

Cons: Low light causes noise, digital still pictures have low resolution, useless digital zoom

Bottom Line:
Inexpensive and capable, the Sony DCR-TRV460 is a good choice for somebody who wants a camcorder that can play 8mm/Hi8 tapes... Read More

By: wojahowitz
Oct 10, 2004

Lots Of Features For A Low Price

Author's Rating:

Pros: Price,Night Shot,Analog Passthrough,USB Out.

Cons: Short Battery Life,B&W Viewfinder,Low Res. Stills(640x480).

By: valleyman
Dec 6, 2004

Economic, feature-rich, but flawed - compared with old entry level Sony camcorder

Author's Rating:

Pros: cheap (<$350, Hi8 media), 20x optical zoom, SteadyShot, multiple auto-exposure modes, off-centre focus

Cons: terrible software, motor noise, poor quality bottom loading, bad user interface, poor low-light quality

Bottom Line:
Buy for price, not for versatility. If you do lots of long shootings on tripod or under tricky conditions requiring manual exposure/focus, avoid it. Beware of quality issues. Read More