Overview
The DCR-HC88 is a 2004 standard-definition camcorder in Sony's DCR line, recording to minidv. It pairs a 1/3" 3MP CCD 4:3 sensor with a 10x optical zoom. Stabilization is electronic.
Specifications
Optics
| Optical zoom | 10x | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| 35mm equivalent | 52mm | Buyers guide |
| Focal length | 5.1-51mm | Buyers guide |
| Lens thread | 37mm | Buyers guide |
| SteadyShot | Electronic | Buyers guide |
| Light | Nightshot + Flash | Buyers guide |
Imaging and display
| Image sensor | 1/3" 3MP CCD 4:3 | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| LCD | 2.5" 4:3 211k pixel touch | Buyers guide |
| Viewfinder | Color | Buyers guide |
Audio
| Audio | 2 channels + mic jack + headphone jack | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| Accessory shoe | Intelligent accessory shoe | Buyers guide |
Storage and transfer
| Memory Stick slot | Memory stick | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| AV input recording | Yes | Buyers guide |
| USB output | Yes | Buyers guide |
Power and connectivity
| Battery | Infolithium M | Buyers guide |
|---|
Market
| Video standard | NTSC (assumed, not stated in the source) | Unchecked |
|---|
Features
Flash, Headphone jack, Microphone input, NightShot, Accessory shoe, Touchscreen, Viewfinder.
The 2004 Sony lineup
Ranked by output, then Sony's own market tier, then optical zoom. The DCR-HC88 sits 14 of 24.
Sources
- Rows marked Buyers guide: Sony Handycam complete buyers guide, a community spreadsheet. A manual or maker source replaces it wherever we have one.