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MPEG4 Net Sharing CAM

NSC-GC1

Weight: 5 oz (150g)
Dimensions: 1 3/16" x 4 1/8" x 2 1/4" (29 x 104 x 56mm)

The GC1 is an easy to use, extremely convenient solution to record and share the experiences of your everyday life. The pocket-sized Net Sharing CAM features a 5 megapixel CMOS sensor for clear, sharp video and still images. Built-in software lets you go from shooting video to sharing it in just three simple steps.
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Key Features
MPEG4 Video Recording :  
  
1/2.5" CMOS Imager :  
  
Providing great detail and clarity along with outstanding digital video performance.
4X Digital Zoom :  
  
The Precision Digital Zoom usesx interpolation allowing the digital zoom to be clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zooms.
SteadyShot® Picture Stabilization System :  
  
Picture stabilization system that uses motion sensors to detect and compensate for camera "shake" without compromising picture quality like some other digital stabilization systems.
2.4" SwivelScreen™ LCD Display3 (112K Pixels) :  
  
Provides stunning viewing clarity with improved resolution. The high resolution 123K pixel LCD screen rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles providing sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback.
USB Streaming5 :  
  
Stay connected to family and friends by broadcasting live video with audio over the internet using the USB1 interface. You can even playback your favorite recorded scene on the camcorder's tape. It's like having your own video conferencing system.
LITHIUM Ion Battery System2 :  
  
Charge the battery at anytime because unlike NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries, rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries from Sony are not subjected to a life shortening "memory effect".
Multi-Language Menu :  
  
Change the menu display from English to French, or Spanish.
Scene Selection Modes :  
  
The Scene Selection modes make recording easy even when filming in challenging situations. Choose from Beach, Candle, Fireworks, High-Speed Shutter, Landscape, Snow, Soft Snap, Twilight, Twilight Portrait
Picture Effects :  
  
Get creative when recording or playing back your videos with Sony's Picture Effect Modes. Effects available in Camera mode: Monotone and Sepia.
USB 2.0 Interface1 :  
  
USB 2.0 interface provides and easy way to connect your Net Sharing CAM to the computer for fast transfer to your computer for uploading and sharing. In addition, charge your Net Sharing CAM via the USB 2.0 connection for ease of use and portability.
Memory Stick® and Memory Stick PRO™ Duo Media4 Slot :  
  
Capture MPEG4 video and 5 Megapixel Still Images (2592 x 1944) directly onto Memory Stick media (sold separately) for easy trasnfer to PCs for uploading, emailing or printing.

Hardware
Light/Flash
:  
  
No/Yes
Docking Station
:  
  
N/A

Optics/Lens
Lens Type
:  
  
TBD
35mm Equivalent
:  
  
Video: 48.3mm; Still: 42.17mm
Aperture
:  
  
f3.5
Digital Zoom
:  
  
4X
Filter Diameter
:  
  
N/A
Focal Distance
:  
  
6.95mm
Focus
:  
  
Full Range Auto
Progressive Shutter Mode
:  
  
N/A
Shutter Speed
:  
  
1/250 - 1/2000 (High-Speed Shutter Mode)
Optical Zoom
:  
  
N/A
Exposure
:  
  
Menu (9 steps)
Resolution
:  
  
Video: 640 x 480 or 320 x 240; Still: 5 Megapixel

Audio
Recording Format
:  
  
Stereo
Microphone
:  
  
Yes (Built-in)
Dolby® Digital Output
:  
  
AAC-LC

Power
Battery Type
:  
  
LITHIUM Ion
Power Requirements
:  
  
3.7V (battery pack); 5V (AC Adaptor)
Power Consumption (in Operation)
:  
  
1.1W (LCD)

Video
Analog-to-Digital Converter
:  
  
N/A
Video Recording System
:  
  
MPEG4
Video Signal
:  
  
NTSC color, EIA standards

Display
LCD Screen
:  
  
2.4" (112K Pixels SwivelScreen™ LCD Display)3
Viewfinder
:  
  
N/A

General
Imaging Device
:  
  
1/2.5" CCD
Pixel Gross
:  
  
5 Megapixel
Video Actual
:  
  
459K Pixels
Still Actual
:  
  
5 Megapixel
Recording Media
:  
  
Memory Stick Duo™ Media or Memory Stick PRO Duo™ Media (sold separately)
Recording and Playback Times
:  
  
Up to 6 hours when using an 8GB Memory Stick® media card

Weights and Measurements
Weight (Approx.)
:  
  
5 oz (150g)
Dimensions (Approx.)
:  
  
1 3/16" x 4 1/8" x 2 1/4" (29 x 104 x 56mm)

Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty Term
:  
  
1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor

Software
Supplied Software
:  
  
Built-in: PMB Portable
Operating System Compatibility
:  
  
Microsoft® Windows® XP Home, XP Professional

Convenience Features
Low Light Capability
:  
  
N/A
Digital Picture Effect(s)
:  
  
N/A
Fader Effect(s)
:  
  
N/A
Picture Effect(s)
:  
  
Mosaic and Sepia
Movie Mode(s)
:  
  
N/A
PictBridge Compatible
:  
  
N/A
Easy Operation
:  
  
N/A
Multiple Language Display
:  
  
Yes
Slide Show Mode
:  
  
Yes (Video and Still)
Remote Control
:  
  
N/A
Tilting
:  
  
Yes

Inputs and Outputs
Analog Audio/Video Output(s)
:  
  
N/A
Analog Audio/Video Input(s)
:  
  
N/A
Digital Audio/Video Output(s)
:  
  
Yes (via USB)1
Digital Audio/Video Input(s)
:  
  
Yes (via USB)1
USB Port(s)
:  
  
Yes (1.1 compliant)1
Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s)
:  
  
N/A
HDMI™ Connection Output(s)
:  
  
N/A
Headphone Jack
:  
  
N/A
Microphone Input
:  
  
N/A
i.LINK® Interface
:  
  
N/A
LANC Terminal
:  
  
N/A
S-Video Input(s)
:  
  
N/A
S-Video Output(s)
:  
  
N/A
Remote Jack
:  
  
N/A

Video Specs
Video Signal
:  
  
NTSC color, EIA standards

Convenience
Image Stabilization
:  
  
Yes (Electronic)
Memory Stick PRO™ Media Compatibility
:  
  
Tested to support up to 8GB media capacity; does not support high speed transfer function; does not support Access Control security function.
Still Image Mode(s)
:  
  
JPEG
Scene Mode(s)
:  
  
Beach, Candle, Fireworks, High-Speed Shutter, Landscape, Snow, Soft Snap, Twilight, Twilight Portrait
USB Streaming
:  
  
Yes (Motion JPEG 320x250 @ 30fps)5
Accessory Shoe
:  
  
N/A
White Balance
:  
  
Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Fluorescent, Incandescent, One Push
Supplied Accessories:
Power Adapter/In-Camera Charger
AV Cable
USB Cable
Shoulder Strap
CD-ROM (Picture Motion Browser)

Optional Accessories:
Travel Tripod Kit (VCT-MTK)
Soft Carrying Case (LCS-GCA)
Memory Stick PRO Duo™ media (MSXM1GST/M2GS/M4GS/M8GS)
List Price*
$149.99
*Ask your reseller or distributor for product pricing
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Footnotes
    1. Not all products with a USB connector may communicate with each other due to chipset variations.
    2. Actual battery life may vary based on product settings, usage patterns and environmental conditions.
    3. Viewable area measured diagonally.
    4. Available storage capacity of Memory Stick and Memory Stick PRO media may vary. A portion of the memory is used for data management functions. Actual avalable memory in MB's is: 8=7.5, 16=15, 32=30, 64=61, 128=123, 256=220, 512=460, 1GB=940, 2GB=1.85GB, 4GB=3.66GB, 8GB=7.35GB.
    5. Internet connection required.

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