Sony DCR-HC38E Mini DV Handycam Kit

The Sony DCR-HC38E Handycam is compact & easy to use touch-screen Camcorder. This Camcorder is equipped with a powerful x40 optical zoom that records that Y2K video aesthetic. It records your media on an old skool Mini DV cassette which is provided in your kit. Capture authentic memories & unfiltered experiences with this vintage video camera. Ditch your smartphone and make the switch.

All our video cameras are mechanically tested, 100% working and cleaned.

Condition

• Cosmetic condition = 4/5
• Cosmetic surface marks across the "Handycam" & "Sony" Logo 

Features and Benefits 

Create a vintage aesthetic with this easy to use Camcorder. A economical alternative to analogue photography.

Specifications

• MiniDV Recording
• 40x optical/2000x digital zoom
• Professional-quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens
• Super SteadyShot Picture Stabilisation
• 2.5" Touch Panel SwivelScreen LCD
• USB Streaming

Detailed Specifications Outline:

• Picture Effects: Mosaic, Solarisation, Monotone, Sepia, Neg Art, Pastel
• Power Consumption: LCD 2.1” 
• Easy Handycam Mode: Yes
• Zoom Button on LCD

Audio

• Built-in Speaker: Yes
• Built-in Microphone: Stereo

Camera

• Shutter Speed: 1/50-1/3500
• Focus: Full Range Auto & Manual Focus
• Steadyshot (Image Stabilization)
• Fader: Black, White, Mosaic, Monotone
• Night Shot: NightShot Plus
• White Balance: Auto, Outdoor, Indoor, Onepush
• Backlight Compensation: Yes
• Scene Selection: Twilight, Sunrise & Sunset, landscape, Portrait, Spotlight, Sports, Beach, Snow

Lens/Zoom

• F 1.8-4.1, 1.9-76, 16:9 Mode; 39-1560/4:3 Mode; 36-1440
• Lens: Carl Zeiss Vario Tessar Lens

Viewfinder/LCD Monitor

• Viewfinder: Colour
• Touch Panel: Yes

Recorder/Player

• Format: DV
• Cassette Memory: No
• Hi8/Video 8 Playback: No

Additional Features

• Start/Stop Rec Button on LCD Screen
• Weight Without Battery/Tape 390g
• Picture Effects: Mosaic, Solarisation, Monotone, Sepia, Neg Art, & Pastel
• Dimensions: 85.5 (H) x 63 (W) x 114 (D) mm
• Battery Pack: NP-FH30 or FH40
• AC Adapter: AC-L200C
• Released by Sony in 2019

Kit Includes

• x1 Mini DV Cassette
• Rechargeable Battery Pack
• AC Adapter
• Sony Camera Wrist Strap

You Need

• A/V Connecting Cable (transfer media onto your computer)

Manual

This digital video camera has been mechanically tested and cleaned by our team, it is in perfect working order, to ensure you're equipped and ready to go out and capture memories.

Storage and Care

Store your video camera in a cool dry place. Do not store in any location that can get excessively hot.

We recommend you remove the battery from your video camera when not in use. Store it separately.