To catch those special memories, do you prefer videotape or still pictures? Why choose when you've got this Digital 8 camcorder? Capture digital still pictures on the supplied 8MB Memory Stick and download them to your computer through the USB terminal. The 2.5" swivelscreen LCD lets you see exactly what you're recording, and the Super Steadyshot tames a shaky hand, making your videos even better! MPEG Movie Mode, analog inputs, and Digital Program Edit are just a few of the other features.The Digital8 line was conceived as a path to digital for current owners of 8mm or Hi8 camcorders. The DCR-TRV740 succeeds in that regard, playing back both 8mm and Hi8 tapes.
The TRV740 can also be used as a digital still camera, recording megapixel stills onto the included 8 MB Memory Stick, or it can record MPEG movies. MPEG movies usually are much smaller than DV footage, and can more readily be e-mailed, or posted on the Web.
Sony put in a 15x optical zoom and paired it with Super SteadyShot image stabilization. Image stabilization is a handy technology that helps to eliminate the shakiness associated with high zoom levels. The only way to avoid shakiness completely is to utilize a tripod, table, or other stable surface. The 2.5-inch LCD is the best way to frame your shots, although you can use the black-and-white EVF to preserve battery life.
In addition to the normal slew of ports (IEEE 1394, S-video, Mini AV) that have made their way onto TRV740, there's also a USB port, which, with some included software, offers some interesting functions. Specifically, it allows you to use the camcorder to capture stills, or "broadcast live video with audio," according to Sony, which seems to indicate you can use the TRV740 as a Webcam. There is also one very important port on the TRV740: a mic input. Not only do most camcorders have poor built-in microphones, but also they are often situated too near the tape mechanism, meaning you get the annoying throbbing sound of the tape pulled through the heads.
The DCR-TRV740 comes with a power adapter, InfoLithium battery, 8 MB Memory Stick, remote control, two AA batteries, AV cable, lens cap, shoulder strap, USB cable, and software CD-ROM.
- Digital8 camcorder with 15x optical, 420x digital, zoom, and Super SteadyShot image stabilization
- 2.5 inch color LCD monitor and black and white EVF
- Super NightShot Color Mode enables video taping in total darkness
- Features 1-megapixel CCD; includes 8 MB Memory Stick for still image and MPEG Movie EX capture
- Hi8 and 8mm playback capability; USB streaming capability
SonyDCR -TRV740 - My first camcorder
After looking at what Sony had to offer on their digital camcorder line, I decided to buy a TRV740. I was impressed with all the features it had to offer. After playing with the shelf model for a while I purchased the TRV740. Once I opened the product at home and inserted the tape there was a hum or buzzing noise while recording or playing back a recording. In a quiet environment, this buzz is also picked up in the recording. The location of the buzzing sound came from the tapes drive mechanism. I returned the product two times and all subsequent camcorders aired this buzz. If you are looking to buy this product play with a shelf model WITH THE TAPE IN. This way you can judge if this will be a problem for you.
Great picture quality for the price
I just upgraded from a Sony TRV95 (Hi-8mm) to the TRV740. I was deciding between the TRV240 and the TRV740 then ended up selecting the TRV740 for its higher resolution (520 line vs "up to 500"). I don't have the TRV240 to compare it against, but I am very please with the picture quality of the TRV740. Definitely a step up from the Hi-8. In addition, I look forward to editing my DV and my Hi-8 tapes on my new computer without a generation loss.
I would have given the camcorder a 5 star rating except for these annoying things that I hope Sony will fix in future models:
1) The tape mechanism IS as noisy as folks say. It IS detectable in the playback IF you listen for it. I can live with this is since the audio record quality is so nice and sharp. My guess is that this noise is due to the tape been driven at 1.5x to 2x the speed of Hi-8.
2) The supplied battery's life is about 60 mins with LCD usage so this will drive most people to buy an additional power pack. This is...
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