The SonyDCR-SR62EHandycam(R)Camcorder is the next generation of video cameras. With a 30GB hard disk drive (HDD) you can store up 2 20 hours of video in scintillating resolution with the 1 megapixel CCD. The optical zoom brings the action close up from far away & the digital zoom is clearer, with less distortion. The 2.7" Wide (16:9) LCD screen provides excellent viewing clarity. Industry-leading Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens reduces glare & flare while capturing incomparable detail. Easily transfer & share your videos by simply connecting the DCR-SR62E 2 the included Handycam(R) Station & burn a DVD with a single click. Now, it's easier than ever 2 capture & enjoy your memories. NOTE: Records in PAL Format ONLY -- not made 4 use in the United States, not covered by any US Warranty. 2.7 wide (16 - 9) touch panel LCD display (123K pixels) Internal 30GB hard drive HDD Protection Features - Shock absorber, 3G Sensor, Drop Detection Sensor, Video Stream Buffering One-touch wide angle shooting - Switch between 16 - 9 & 4 - 3 aspect ratios Recording modes - Fine (1/4), Standard (1/10) Progressive Shutter System Super SteadyShot(R) picture stabilization Super NightShot(R) Plus Capture still images on the Memory Stick(R) Duo media slot Handycam Station 4 easy connections 2 a compatible TV or PC DVDirect recorder allows easy transfer 2 a stand-alone DVD burner via USB 2.0 One-touch disc burning Multiple picture & fader effects Easy Handycam(R) button Backlight Compensation Spot Meter Manual focus Multi AV out - Video, S-Video Shutter Speed - 1/3-1/3500 sec. Tele Macro function 1.5x Playback Zoom Touch Panel Slide Show Date/Time stamp on stills USB 2.0 DCF compatible Exit 2.2 & PictBridge compatible InfoLITHIUM system with AccuPower(TM) Meter System Multi-language operation Active Interface Shoe Dimensions unavailabl