Overview
The HDR-HC3 is a 2006 high-definition camcorder in Sony's HDR line, recording to minidv. It pairs a 1/3" 2MP CMOS 4:3 sensor with a 10x optical zoom. Stabilization is optical.
Specifications
Optics
| Optical zoom | 10x | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| 35mm equivalent | 41.3mm | Buyers guide |
| Focal length | 5.1-51mm | Buyers guide |
| Lens thread | 30mm | Buyers guide |
| SteadyShot | Optical | Buyers guide |
| Light | Nightshot + Flash | Buyers guide |
Imaging and display
| Image sensor | 1/3" 2MP CMOS 4:3 | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| LCD | 2.7" 16:9 211k pixel touch | Buyers guide |
| Viewfinder | Yes | Buyers guide |
Audio
| Audio | 2 channels | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| Accessory shoe | AIS | Buyers guide |
Storage and transfer
| Built-in memory | No | Buyers guide |
|---|---|---|
| Memory Stick slot | Yes | Buyers guide |
| AV input recording | No | Buyers guide |
Market
| Video standard | NTSC (assumed, not stated in the source) | Unchecked |
|---|
Features
Flash, NightShot, Accessory shoe, Touchscreen, Viewfinder.
The 2006 Sony lineup
Ranked by output, then Sony's own market tier, then optical zoom. The HDR-HC3 sits 4 of 22.
Sources
- Rows marked Buyers guide: Sony Handycam complete buyers guide, a community spreadsheet. A manual or maker source replaces it wherever we have one.