The Sony DCR-SR300 Handycam camcorder is an impressive recording device that boasts an internal 100GB hard disk drive. This unit can store up to 70 hours of video. The video can be transferred to a personal computer. The system has many other attractive features as well.

The 3.0 mega-pixel ClearVid CMOS Sensor helps the unit capture intricate details with outstanding clarity whether taking footage or still photographs. Color and precision is further advanced using professional-grade Carl Zeiss lenses that have an optical multi-layer coating. In addition the system has Vario Sonnar T lens technology that omits glare and flare from the scene.

Dolby Digital 5.1ch recording is integrated into the DCR-SR300’s system. This feature immerses views into the entire filmed experience with surround sound and realistic detail. Users can view footage on the 2.7-inch wide LCD screen that offers extraordinary crystal-clear high resolution images. This feature also rotates up to 270 degrees for various viewing angles.

Convenient features include smooth slow recording for movie-like recordings. This feature is great for capturing motion shots and viewing footage in slow motion. Users can also narrate as they record using this convenient recording tool. The unit also has 10x optical and 20x digital zoom with Digital Zoom interpolation making clearer images with less distortion come up close.

The DCR-SR300 also has convenient on screen zoom and record buttons for ease of use even when taping odd angles. One touch wide angle shooting makes switching between ratios for shooting quick and easy. The unit also has manual focus for times that users want to have more control on the footage and still shots.

Connectivity is easy with the 2.0 USB-interface that can connect the Hard Disk Drive Handycam camcorder right to a computer. The Handycam Station allows users to connect the device right to a television for immediate viewing. The unit also has DVDirect Compatibility and one touch disc burn.

The power to the Hard Drive is turned off in order to prevent damage, during this time the DCR-SR300 remains on and recording video to the built-in buffer. Once the unit has recovered from the drop the buffer is then recorded to the Hard Disk Drive.

Users can enjoy the benefits of incorporating scene selection modes, picture effects and fader effects for quality footage and images. There are many other great features offered by the DCR-SR300 Handycam camcorder. This device promises to deliver.