Sony Handycam DCR-VX2100 Mini DV Camcorder

The Sony Handycam DCR-VX2100 combines Handycam design philosophies with professional hardware resulting in a user experience that’s frustration free while producing stunning results. Adding to the camcorder’s versatility, Advanced HAD progressive scan CCD technology improves illumination dramatically, delivering superior low-light performance without the use of infrared technology. With its CCD's increased sensitivity to light, the DCR-VX2100 can capture clearer, brighter video with more lifelike color, even when recording in dimly lit environments. Minimize

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Manufacturer: Sony

Product MPN
MPN	DCRVX2100E.CEH
Key Features
Camcorder Type	Digital
Recording Format	Mini DV
Recording System	PAL
Sensor Quantity	3
Memory Still Resolution	0.31 Megapixels
Optical Zoom	12x
Weight	3.38 lb.
CCD
Sensor Quantity	3
Sensor Size	1/3"
Number of Pixels	380K pixels
LCD / Viewfinder
Display Type	With LCD Screen
LCD Panel Size	2.5 in.
Color Viewfinder	With Color Viewfinder
Lens
Optical Zoom	12x
Digital Zoom	48x
Lens Focal Length	6 - 72 mm
Filter Diameter	58 mm
Video Modes
Recording Speed	SP • LP
Image Stabilizer	With Image Stabilizer
Low Lux	1 Lux
Audio
Audio Format	12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo Audio
Memory Photography
Memory Card Type	Memory Stick
Digital Still Shot Mode	With Still Shot Capability
Memory Still Resolution	0.31 Megapixels
Max Still Image Size	640 x 480
MPEG Movie Mode	Without MPEG Movie Mode
Interfaces
Output Interfaces	S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / i.Link • Headphones Jack
Input Interfaces	S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA)
Microphone Type	Installed
Power Supply
Battery Type	Proprietary Lithium
Battery Life	1.33 Hours
Dimensions
Width	4.75 in.
Depth	15.5 in.
Height	6.38 in.
Weight	3.38 lb.
Warranty
Warranty	1 Year
Miscellaneous
Family Line	Sony Handycam
Included Accessories	2 x AA Batteries • A/V Cable • Shoulder Strap • 8 MB Memory Card • Lithium Propriety Battery • Battery Charger • AC Power Adapter • Remote Control
UPC	027242639812

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By: jprestondavid
Sep 21, 2004

A great camera, but little improvement over the VX2000

Author's Rating:

Pros: No doubt about it...Sony makes a great 3-chip camera.

Cons: ND filter and manual exposure controls are impossible to use "smoothly"

Bottom Line:
A great camera for the pro-sumer. Excellent low light performance, outstanding picture quality, great sound. Read More

By: drick
Apr 5, 2004

The Sony DCR-VX2100, a upgrade of the DCR-VX2000?

Author's Rating:

Pros: low light sensitivity Zoom/Record on Handle Built in Lens Cover New Gray Body Color

Cons: Achieves beautiful video quality Overpriced For the money, would purchase the VX-2000

Bottom Line:
The Sony VX-2100 is a camera which breathtaking video quality and unsurpassed capability is ideal for a professional videographer or an individual who desires for nothing but the best. Read More

By: ericrk
Jun 8, 2006

Sony's Wow! VX-2100 great video camera!

Author's Rating:

Pros: Value. Low-light feature(1lux). Professional looking, and gives great results!

Cons: None. Not your "uncle joe" video camera.

Bottom Line:
I highly recommend this video camera to professionals, or people who take videos seriously. Read More

By: peewee_two
Feb 16, 2006

Amazing camera, very versatile and tough

Author's Rating:

Pros: Great sound and picture quality, tough as hell, good cold/warm heat transitions

Cons: 8mb memory stick, replacement parts expensive(mic. mesh is $69 and lens hood is $90 )

Bottom Line:
This is an awesome product. The price can be scary but you get your moneys worth in the picture/sound quality, and the DURABILITY. Read More

By: okvideoguy
Nov 11, 2006