Changing the menu settings

 

 

 

POWER

Icon/item

Mode

Meaning

switch

DMEMORY SET (except DCR*TRV16)

STILL SET

BURST

OFF

 

 

To not record continuously

 

 

MEMORY

 

 

NORMAL *_t To record up to four (in 1152 × 864 size) or 13 (in

 

 

 

 

 

 

640 × 480 size) still images continuously (p. 114)

 

 

 

EXP BRKTG *_)

To record th_'ee images consecutively with

 

 

 

 

 

 

different

exposures

 

 

 

 

 

 

MULTI

SCRN

To record

nine images

continuously,

display the

 

 

 

 

 

 

images on a single page divided into nine boxes

 

QUALITY

SUPER

FINE *_t

To record

still images

in the finest

image quality

VCR

 

 

 

 

 

mode (p. 107)

 

 

 

MEMORY

 

 

FINE .21

To record still images in the fine image quality

 

 

 

 

 

 

mode

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

STANDARD

To record still imagos in the standard image

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

quality mode

 

 

 

 

IMAGEStZE *_1 •

1152

×

864

To record

still imagos

in 1152 x 864 size (p. 109)

MEMORY

 

 

640

x 480

To record

still imagos

in 640 x 480 size

 

MOVIE SET

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IMAGESIZE

320 x 240

To record

moving pictures

in 320 x 240 size

VCR

 

 

 

 

 

(p. 109)

 

 

 

 

MEMORY

 

 

160 x 112

To record moving pictures in 160 x 112 size

 

REMAIN

AUTO

 

To display the remaining

capacity

of the

VCR

 

 

 

 

 

"Memory

Stick" in the

following cases:

MEMORY

 

 

 

 

 

• For five seconds after setting the POWER

 

 

 

 

 

 

switch to VCR or MEMORY

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• For five seconds after inserting a "Memow

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stick" into your camcorder in MEMORY or

 

 

 

 

 

 

VCR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• When the capacity of the "Memory Stick" is

 

 

 

 

 

 

less than two minutes in MEMORY

 

 

 

 

 

 

• For five seconds after starting a moving

 

 

 

 

 

 

picture

recording

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• For five seconds after completing a moving

 

 

 

 

 

 

picture

recording

 

 

 

 

 

 

ON

 

 

To always display the remaining capacity of the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

"Memory

Stick"

 

 

 

 

*_1DCR-TRV25/TRV27 only

*zl For DCR-TRVI8, the default setting is FINE.

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Sony DCR-TRV16 179, Changing the menu settings, Icon/item Mode Meaning Switch Memory SET except DCR*TRV16, Still SET Burst

DCR-TRV25, DCR-TRV27, DCR-TRV16 specifications

The Sony DCR-TRV16, DCR-TRV25, and DCR-TRV27 are part of Sony's acclaimed Handycam series that gained popularity in the early 2000s for their compact design and advanced features for capturing video. These models are crafted with a keen focus on delivering high-quality video recording and user-friendly functionalities, making them suitable for both amateur videographers and professionals.

The DCR-TRV16 is renowned for its ease of use, featuring a 20x optical zoom lens which allows users to capture distant subjects with clarity. It boasts a 1/6 inch CCD sensor that provides vivid color reproduction and decent low-light performance. This model also includes a 2.5-inch flip-out LCD screen, which enhances the shooting experience by allowing users to view their recordings from various angles. With Digital Still Picture capabilities, the DCR-TRV16 can also capture images in a JPEG format, further increasing its versatility.

Moving up in the lineup, the DCR-TRV25 incorporates a number of enhancements, including a 1.5-inch 16:9 widescreen mode. This feature is especially appealing for users who prefer a cinematic aspect ratio for their recordings. The DCR-TRV25 includes Sony’s Super SteadyShot stabilization technology, providing smoother footage even during handheld shooting. The infrared mode allows for nighttime shooting, making it a reliable option for various filming conditions.

The DCR-TRV27 takes the capabilities a notch higher, featuring a more advanced 1/4 inch CCD sensor. Like the TRV25, it supports a widescreen recording option but boasts even improved audio quality courtesy of its built-in stereo microphone system. This model also offers a broader range of manual control settings, such as exposure and white balance adjustments, catering to those who wish to delve deeper into video production. The DCR-TRV27 also includes a Memory Stick slot for convenient storage options.

All three models support the DV format, ensuring excellent audio and video quality. They feature USB and FireWire connections to facilitate easy downloading of footage to computers for editing and sharing. Compact and lightweight, these camcorders epitomize portability without compromising on performance. Each model in this series reflects Sony's commitment to innovation, making them iconic choices in the era of mini DV camcorders. Their blend of quality, convenience, and creativity continues to resonate with users looking for reliable video recording solutions.