Sony DCR-DVD200 : an alternative to the DCR-DVD100
The Sony DCR-DVD200 is a step sideways from the DCR-DVD100. The DVD-media-machine ups the still resolution quality, but negatively impacts the low-light and video quality by decreasing the effective size of the CCD from 1/4 inch on the DCR-DVD100 to 1/4.7 inch on the DCR-DVD200.
The DCR-DVD200 is an alternative to the DCR-DVD100. The differences between the DVD100 and the step-up camcorders are few but important. For instance, the DVD100 has a much lower effective video resolution: 340,000 vs. 690,000 pixels. We consider the DVD100's video quality borderline, but even if you think it's acceptable, it's still very soft compared with the DVD300's. It's also surprisingly noisier. Moreover, the DVD100 takes smaller (VGA-size) still photos, which are at best suitable for only onscreen viewing at scaled-down sizes.
Performance
The video performance of the DCR-DVD200 drops from the abilities of the DCR-DVD100 (up to the standard of many machines in that price range), which is sub-par compared to MiniDV camcorders in that price range. The DCR-DVD200's 1/4.7 inch 1 Mega Pixel CCD, reads 690,000 pixels of actual video resolution. In day light or in well lit shooting situations, the camcorder delivers a dynamic range that interprets the subtleties in darks and lights within the frame. The DCR-DVD200 captures video in MPEG-2 format. The DCR-DVD200 has much improved still performance over the DCR-DVD100. The DCR-DVD200 offers users the ability to shoot stills at a maximum still resolution of 1,152 x 864. This is a welcome upgrade from the unacceptable pixel resolution of the DCR-DVD100, which is limited to maximum resolution of 640 x 480. DCR-DVD200 Original battery code is : NP-FM50
Control
The Sony DCR-DVD200 has a superior processor that delivers top-notch automated picture quality associated with Sony. Essentially, the DCR-DVD200 is a great point and shoot camcorder in a variety of lighting conditions. The DCR-DVD200 has a good amount of manual control. While many of these are accessed outside of the LCD menu, on adjustments like focus are not especially easy.
Zoom focus and Exposure
The 10x optical zoom of the DCR-DVD200, is controlled by a black toggle that provides smooth variable speed zooms. The 10x optical zoom of the DCR-DVD200, is controlled by a black toggle that provides smooth variable speed zooms. Manual exposure on the DCR-DVD200 is controlled with the same dial as the manual focus. The Sony processor provides adequate image quality, and the fact that you can tweak the image as needed is great.
Image quality
Though the Sony Handycam DCR-DVD200 uses a smaller CCD than the DVD100, its image quality in outdoor and brightly lit settings is almost as impressive, with no evident graininess. The smaller CCD isn't as sensitive to light, however, so the DVD200's low-light performance falls short of the DVD100's. Colour saturation and accuracy in dimly lit rooms are good, but the video has more colour noise than the DVD100's.
Conclusion
The DCR-DVD200 is a good point and shoot camcorder with a smaller but higher pixel resolution CCD over the DCR-DVD100. The camcorder does well in automatic mode, and with manual control features, the image can be perfected if the need arises. With the integration of a few high-end camcorder features, like a focus ring, more manual control, a better body design, and three CCD's Sony could set an industry precedent.
Sony DCR-DVD200 camcorder physical info and photo:
Sony DCR-DVD200 Parameter
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