Sony DSR-400PL review
The DSR-400PL is a DVCAM camcorder that adopts three 2/3-inch type Power HAD EX CCDs with a 4:3 aspect ratio, ideal for applications raging from video journalism and event videography to newsgathering and independent movie-making.
2/3-inch type Power HAD EX CCD
DVCAM/DV selectable recording
Long recording time: up to 276 minutes at DV (SP) mode and up to 184 minutes at DVCAM mode with a standard-size cassette.
i.LINK interface
Compact and lightweight: approximately 6.5 kg (14 lb 5 oz) including the DXF-801 viewfinder, microphone, BP-GL65 battery, mini-size DVCAM cassette and VCL-917BY lens.
Low power consumption of approximately 17 W (REC mode, viewfinder and LCD monitor off).
Optical ND filter and electric CC filter
Supplied DXF-801 viewfinder
2.5-inch (Viewable area measured diagonally. The lens is optional.) type color LCD monitor
User assignable function-buttons
Memory stick system stores camera setup parameters
Adjustable shoulder pad
Triple skin tone detail control
Electronic soft focus
Interval recording