Overview

The Sony DCR-TRV30 is a MiniDV camcorder equipped with a 1/4-inch Advanced HAD CCD of approx. 1.55 million gross pixels, introduced in the early 2000s. It features a Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 10× optical zoom lens, 120× digital zoom, Super NightShot mode (0 lux with infrared), Super SteadyShot stabilization, a 3.5-inch swivel LCD and a colour viewfinder. It supports recording on MiniDV tapes, still-image capture via Memory Stick, and outputs including i.LINK (IEEE-1394), S-Video, A/V, USB and LANC control.

Specifications

• Gross still image sensor: ~1,550,000 pixels; effective moving video pixels: ~970,000; still mode: ~1,390,000 pixels :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
• Optical zoom: 10× :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
• Digital zoom: 120× :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
• Lens focal length: 4.2-42 mm; 35 mm equivalent 48-480 mm (camera mode), 40-400 mm (memory mode) :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
• Aperture: f/1.8 - f/2.2 :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
• LCD display: 3.5-inch swivel screen, approx. 246,400 dots :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
• Minimum illumination: ~7 lux (normal); 0 lux with NightShot infrared mode :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
• Shutter speed range (in AE mode): 1/4 - 1/4000 seconds :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
• Dimensions (W × H × D): approx. 71 × 95 × 168 mm :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
• Mass (body only): approx. 680 g; with battery NP-FM50, cassette DVM60, lens cap & strap: ~780 g :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

Features

• Super NightShot mode for recording in complete darkness using infrared lighting :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
• Super SteadyShot stabilization to reduce camera shake during hand-held shooting :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
• Wide 3.5-inch swivel LCD for flexible monitoring and framing :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}
• Colour viewfinder to supplement LCD viewing in bright light :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}
• Multiple input/output options: i.LINK (IEEE-1394), S-Video, composite A/V, USB, headphone, microphone, LANC control :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}
• Manual and auto exposure, white balance and focus range controls for creative control :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}

Use Cases

• Capturing family moments, travel, or indoor events with mixed lighting
• Shooting in low-light or night scenarios using NightShot mode
• Recording onto MiniDV tapes for archival or later FireWire capture
• Enthusiast or collector use of early-2000s camcorder technology
• Using the camera where a large swivel LCD aids framing in tight or awkward spaces

This is a used item.
I am selling the collection I have stored at home in order to organize it.
I easily confirmed that it worked.
However, since it is an old product, some parts may not work.
While I make efforts to inspect it thoroughly, there may be overlooked details such as minor damage, stains, missing parts, or repair marks due to the nature of the product.
I kindly ask for your understanding when considering the purchase of a used item.
For those seeking pristine condition, I respectfully request that you refrain from making a purchase.
This unit only supports Japanese, and cannot be changed to other languages.
There are no refunds for incompatibility issues.
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All accessories are shown in the photo.

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