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Fast forward to Sony Digital8 with the DCRTRV120 and experience a revolutionary new technology that delivers all the advantages of digital recording with all the convenience and familiarity of today's analog video cassettes. There's nothing quite like it. Digital8 captures digital information on a standard 8mm or Hi8 tape. With the Sony DCR-TRV120, you'll see brilliant, sharp images with up to 500 lines of horizontal resolution. You'll hear rich, digital quality sound. You'll enjoy virtually unlimited editing possibilities. And you'll record it all on the most popular cassette format within the camcorder industry - 8mm tapes - while still being able to play back all your current 8mm and Hi8 tapes. With Sony Digital8, you can fast forward to the digital future without leaving your past behind.The Sony DCR-TRV120 achieves stunning picture quality, with up to 500 lines of horizontal resolution and records high quality 12-bit digital stereo audio. Digital 8's recording pattern allows digital recording on affordable 8mm or Hi8 tapes. Another thing you don't need to worry about is holding the camcorder perfectly still. Sony's SteadyShot system uses sophisticated motion sensors to remove unwanted picture shake. With Sony's Hyper-Precision CCD image sensors, you're not sacrificing image size or picture quality. Super NightShot enables you to shoot subjects up to 3 meters away in total darkness. Using Sony's unique Adaptive Frame Interpolation for better image quality, you can store hundreds of individual stills to the tape. When you're out shooting the action, the last thing you want to see is the dreaded flashing battery indicator -the sign that you've got no power left. That's why Sony cut power consumption and extended battery life. Forget about cables, wires and adapters. Sony's Super LaserLink system uses infrared light to make a wireless connection from your camcorder to your television. Just use the transmitter in that is built-in to the camcorder together with the optional receiver. The Super LaserLink System features a transmission range up to 8 meters.Product Identifiers
BrandSony
MPNDCR-TRV120
UPC0027242565920
ModelDCR-TRV120
eBay Product ID (ePID)100040598
Product Key Features
Digital Zoom450x
Media FormatDVD, Hi8, Video8, Digital8
Storage TypeRemovable (Card/Disc/Tape)
Recording DefinitionStandard Definition
SeriesSony Handycam
Optical Zoom25x
Dimensions
Weight30.43 Oz.
Depth9.25in
Height4.25in
Width4.25in
Additional Product Features
Optical Sensor Qty1
Night ModeYes
Effective Video Resolution0.4MP
Focal Length Range3.7mm-92.5mm
Screen DetailsLCD Display-Tft Active Matrix-2.5"-Color
Display TypeLCD
Sensor TypeCCD
Max Shutter Speed1/4000 Sec
Min Illumination1 Lux
Lens TypeZoom Lens
ColorBlack/Silver
Shooting ModesDigital Photo Mode
Lens Filter Size37mm
Additional FeaturesImage Stabilisation, Nightshot System, Still Shot Capability, Color Viewfinder
Resolution0.5MP
Flash TypeNone
Recording SpeedLP, Sp
Min Operating Temperature0°C
Recording SystemNTSC
White BalanceAutomatic
Focus AdjustmentManual, Automatic
Battery Form FactorManufacturer Specific
Sensor Size1/4in
Display Size2.5in
Exposure ModesProgram, Automatic
Microphone Operation ModeStereo
Microphone TypeMicrophone-Built-In
Connector Types1X Headphones (Mini-Phone Stereo 3.5mm), 1X IEEE 1394 (FireWire/I.Link) (4 Pin FireWire), 1X Control-L (Lanc), 1X Composite Video/Audio (Input/Output) (RCA Phono X 3), 1X Composite Video/Audio Input (RCA Phono X 3), 1X Composite Video/Audio Output (RCA Phono X 3), 1X S-Video Output (4 Pin Mini-Din), 1X Microphone (Mini-Phone Stereo 3.5mm)
Display RotationRotating
Screen Size2.0 in.5"
Family LineSony Handycam
Max Operating Temperature40°C
TypeStandard
Viewfinder TypeLCD
Ratings and reviews
Most relevant reviews
- 08 Nov, 2016Most favourable review
Great for archiving old Hi8 tapes to digital
I got this to transfer the many Hi8 tapes I had into digital form. My old Hi8 camera was inoperable so I couldn't use it. So I didn't purchase this camera to record things, only to play back, but it has a lot of recording functions and bells and whistles that it looks better than the one I had. It's not too heavy for a Hi8 camera but of course, the fact that this holds tape, makes it heavier than the new digital ones that hold cards. Still, it's surprisingly small. I bought this because it was also Video 8 and has firewire ability. So I use a firewire plug to go directly out of the camera and into my older MacBook Pro (that has a firewire input) to import into Final Cut Pro 7. Since there's no timecode, I can't log and capture clips, but I can use the capture now function and even control the camera within Final Cut Pro. I've only imported a few tapes but already it's working really well and I'm very pleased. The quality is as good as the original tape and the sound is in sync. I haven't tried a full tape to import at once, but I expect it will sync fine as all of my VHS did when importing through my miniDV/firewire deck. So far I'm extremely happy with this purchase and thrilled that I will finally have all my memories saved safely before the tapes wear out.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Refurbished
- 03 Nov, 2021Most critical review
Not as described/doesn't work properly
Lots of problems with this. A new battery was included, but it fails to charge or the charging capability of the camera no longer function, so you must be plugged into a/c house current to use. Sometimes the picture jumps all over, and tape must be reloaded to work properly.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 21 May, 2022
THIRD TIME IS THE CHARM
HOPEFULLY THIS PRODUCT WILL LAST UNTIL I CAN COPY MY TAPES. THIS IS THE THIRD PURCHASE OF THIS PRODUCT AS THE PLAYBACK BECOMES UNSTEADY AND IS DIFFICULT TO USE AS A PLAYER. I FEEL THIS IS A BETTER UNIT THAN PREVIOUSLY. ALSO I PURCHASED THE ONE YEAR WARRENTY. I HAVE ALSO CLEANED THE HEADS WITHOUT MUCH SUCCESS. THIS PURCHASE WAS COMPLETE WITH ALL THE ASSESSORIESVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 15 Jun, 2021
Digital 8 is still around !
Slightly old technology, but the digital format is still pretty good if you can stand 3x2 images. Transfer to dvd with most dvd recorders is typically a breeze because of the direct firewire connection... One touch and you're done.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 10 Oct, 2024
Handycam that works like new
It being a full ansemble with all accessories, cables and case complete, it was a great value. Most of these Handycams are isolated units or not working. This unit still performed like new. The battery was beyond rehabilitating, but thats not surprising as its like 30 years old. ut you can still can get them even today. I didn't shoot anything as I only need a playback unit, but I'm sure it would do well. It played a tape back perfectly while my $5.500 SONY unit could not. Very happy.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 09 Mar, 2021
Sony 8mm digital video camera
Wanted this camera to record old 8mm digital tapes of home movies onto my computer. Very happy with it, excellent working order. Thank you so muchVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 10 Sep, 2024
It’s rare to find a perfectly working ca...
It’s rare to find a perfectly working camera/ tape player like this nowadays. Makes preserving memories, easier having a quality product. Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 18 Jan, 2025
Nice camcorder
Retro camera I love it's simplicity of use.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 19 Aug, 2020
Transfer your 8mm tape to digital
Easy to transfer 8mm tape to the computer if you have 8mm tape this a good camera to make your transfer to a digital formatVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 19 Nov, 2019
Great little camera for transferring tapes to digital
Great little camera for transferring tapes to digitalVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
