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Batteries 4-5
Chargers 6-7
Wide Angle Lenses 8-9
Telephoto Lenses 10-11
Filters 12-13
Tripods 14-15
Kits 16-17
Carrying Cases 18-19
Lights 20-21
Flash 22-23
DVD Media 24-25
Digital Photo Printers 26-27
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*when used with AC-SQ950D charger
Super Quick Charge InfoLithium® M Series
Rechargeable Battery with Display
NP-QM71D $99.99
• One-touch display gives you power level information
any time, anywhere!
• Charges up to 65% faster*
• 2.3X more powerful than the supplied battery (NP-FM50)
• 7.2V, 19.9 Wh (2760 mAh)
Super Quick Charge InfoLithium® M Series
Rechargeable Battery with Display
NP-QM91D $149.99
• One-touch display gives you power
level information any time, anywhere!
• Charges up to 65% faster*
• 3.5X more powerful than the
supplied battery (NP-FM50)
• 7.2V, 29.8 Wh (4140 mAh)
*when used with AC-SQ950D charger
InfoLithium® M Series Battery
NP-FM50 $59.99
• Spare InfoLithium
rechargeable battery
• 7.2V, 8.5 Wh (1180 mAh)
Stamina Power
Management–reduces
power consumption to
extend battery life.
Sony batteries utilize Battery Info
technology that displays remaining
battery time in minutes on the LCD
monitor or view finder
Make sure you’ve got enough power to record the entire show by
taking along a spare Sony® InfoLithium® rechargeable camcorder
battery. To satisfy the higher energy demands of your DVD
Handycam® camcorder, our high-capacity battery provides more
than twice the shooting time of standard camcorder batteries.
That’s enough juice for over 4 discs worth
of high quality footage! Plus it includes its
own Energy display screen so you can see
how much power you have remaining
with just the press of a button.
Tip#1: Never relinquish InfoLithium M series batteries with
display show you power remaining at
the touch of a button! So you’ll always
be ready for special moments.
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Tip#2: Take charge when necessary.
AC Adaptor/Quick Charger
AC-VQ50 $99.99
• Informative LCD display shows time
remaining to full charge and battery life
• Can be used as an AC adaptor
• Attractive single battery slot design
rechargeable battery
AC/DC Adaptor/Quick Charger
AC-SQ950D $149.99
• Dual battery slots for consecutive charging
• High Speed charger charges battery up to 65% faster than standard charger
(when using Sony InfoLithium NP-QM71D or NP-QM91D batteries)
• Also available for use with other Sony InfoLithium “M” Series batteries
• Informative LCD panel shows time left to full charge and battery life remaining
in minutes
• Buzzer notifies when charging is complete
• Can be used as an AC/DC adaptor (DC via cigarette adaptor)
Car Battery Adaptor Cable
DCC-L50B $69.99
• Powers DVD Handycam®
camcorder directly from
a car’s cigarette
lighter socket
You’ve heard the old saying: Be prepared. Carry
one of Sony’s ultra-small, ultra-light battery
chargers, and you’ll always be prepared for any
video opportunity that comes your way. Our
newest model takes up less room than a compact
cell phone and sports a handy folding plug to
save even more space. Just slip it into your
backpack, purse, or shirt pocket and you’re
ready to go!
Compact Charger
BC-TRM $59.99
• New super compact AC charger is about the size
of a compact cell phone
• Great for travel with a retracting AC plug
• Universal voltage AC 100-240 (50/60 hz)
Sony batteries utilize Battery Info
technology that displays remaining
battery time in minutes on the LCD
monitor or view finder

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Go ahead and really expand your creative
horizons—with a Sony wide-angle lens. It’s
the perfect solution for capturing expansive
vistas, crowd scenes, sporting events and
confined areas in a single frame. For highly
detailed shots with minimal distortion, get
the Sony high-grade wide-angle lens. No
matter which model you choose, it’s sure to
change your outlook on home videos forever.
Tip#3: Get the big picture
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Wide Angle Lens
VCL-0625 S (25 mm) $49.99
An economical choice that provides a crisp,
wide angle view.
• 0.6X wide-angle converter for Sony 25 mm
diameter lenses
• Lens design: 3 groups, 3 elements
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High Grade Wide Angle Lens
VCL-HG0725 (25 mm) $189.99
Broaden your field of view with this high grade lens. It offers unmatched
ease of use, making it the accessory of choice for reducing distortion
and boosting image detail in a wide angle format.
• High grade 0.7X wide-angle converter lens in aluminum housing
for superb durability
• High grade lens offer twice the detail at the edge of an image
Normal Lens Wide Angle Lens
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Twin Conversion Lens
VCL-TW25 $99.99
Get twice as much fun with two lenses in one! This
ultra-convenient lens is both a wide angle converter
and tele converter in one!
• First stage lens is a 0.7X wide angle converter!
• Second stage easily attaches right on to the 1st stage
to offer 2X tele conversion
• This state-of-the-art super-light lens converts instantly
from wide angle to telephoto
• Compatible only with the DCR-DVD201

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Tip#4: Frame your shot!
Want to get close to the action?
Then be sure you’ve got a Sony
telephoto lens in your bag. Going
beyond your camcorder’s built-in
zoom feature, Sony telephoto
lenses bring you up to twice
as close optically to whatever
you’re shooting. For the ultimate
in versatility, consider the new
Sony® Twin Conversion Lens.
This two-part stacking lens
provides you with both wide-angle
and telephoto capabilities in a
single device. Smart.
High Grade Telephoto Lens
VCL-HG2025 (25 mm) $189.99
Get astounding detail in a telephoto view. This high grade lens delivers
twice the edge detail thereby ensuring optimum image quality.
• High grade 2X telephoto converter lens in aluminum housing
for superb durability
• Helps make distant subjects appear closer
• High grade lens offer twice the detail at the edge of an image
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Telephoto Lens
VCL-2025 S (25 mm) $79.99
An economical choice that provides a crisp, telephoto view.
• 2X telephoto converter for Sony 25 mm diameter lenses
• Lens design: 3 groups, 3 elements
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Twin Conversion Lens
VCL-TW25 $99.99
Get twice as much fun with two lenses in one! This
ultra-convenient lens is both a wide angle converter
and tele converter in one!
• First stage lens is a 0.7X wide angle converter!
• Second stage easily attaches right on to the 1st stage
to offer 2X tele conversion
• This state-of-the-art super-light lens converts instantly
from wide angle to telephoto
• Compatible only with the DCR-DVD201
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Twin Conversion Lens
With Wide Angle
Conversion Lens
For a complete list of available lenses
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With Telephoto
Conversion Lens

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Bright reflections from water or glass can
make it difficult to get the shot you want. And
direct, harsh light from the sun while at the
pool, ski slope or other bright location can
reduce the detail and contrast in your videos.
Sony filters can help overcome these types of
difficult lighting conditions so you can shoot
perfect videos every time. Plus, Sony protector
filters help save your camcorder lens from dust
and scratches. Now that’s smart.
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Neutral Density Filter Kit
VF-R25NK (25 mm) $29.99
• Neutral Density Filter improves
contrast and detail in super-bright
sunlight (such as at the beach)
• Protector Filter help saves lens from
dust and scratches
• Hard carrying case for protection
• Fits 25 mm diameter lenses
Tip#5: See things for what they are.
Polarizing Filter Kit
VF-25CPK S (25 mm) $69.99
• Circular Polarizing Filter suppresses
unwanted reflections off glass and water
• Protector Filter help saves lens from dust and scratches
• Hard carrying case for protection
• Fits 25 mm diameter lenses
Without Polarizing Filter
With Polarizing Filter
Without Neutral Density
With Neutral Density

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Tip#6: Keep it steady.
Sudden shakes, jumps and jitters in your DVD
videos can ruin the viewing experience for you and
your audience. Bring a steady hand to your shots
by mounting your camcorder on a Sony remote
control tripod. It’s easy to operate all of your
camcorder’s major functions right from the tripod
grip, including Zoom In/Out, Start/Stop and Lock/
Standby. Thanks to its ultra-smooth mounting
mechanism, soon you’ll be panning and zooming
in your videos like the pros.
Remote Control Tripod
VCT-D680RM $99.99
• Remote operation directly
from the tripod grip
• Remote shutter release
• Expands from 19” to 57”
in height
• Easy height adjustment
with elevator mechanism
• 2-way pan head for
portrait and landscape
still photography
• Built-in level for
convenient reference
• Elevator friction control
• Quick-release mounting shoe
• Carrying case included
Travel Tripod
VCT-MTK $19.99
• High tech construction
adds unique style
• Compact design for
easy portability
• Includes carrying
pouch and
cleaning cloth
• Extendable legs allow
for a maximum height
of 7 inches
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Precision Remote Control
RM-VD1 $49.99
• Control shutter release from the palm of your hand
• New universal design allows this “match book”
size remote to attach to almost any tripod
• Extra long 59 inch wire lead allows for
maximum creativity
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Remote Control Tripod
VCT-870RM $179.99
• Remote operation directly
from the tripod grip
• Remote shutter release
• Expands from 26” to 64”
in height
• Easy height adjustment
with elevator mechanism
• Built-in level for
convenient reference
• Elevator friction control
• Quick-release
mounting shoe
• Carrying case included
Remote Control Tripod
VCT-D580RM $79.99
• Remote operation directly
from the tripod grip
• Remote shutter release
• Expands from 17.5” to 45”
in height
• Easy height adjustment with
elevator mechanism
• Built-in level for convenient
reference
• Elevator friction control
• Quick-release mounting shoe
• Carrying case included
Remote Control Tripod
VCT-D480RM $59.99
• Remote operation directly
from the tripod grip
• Remote shutter release
• Expands from 16” to 42”
in height
• Easy height adjustment
with elevator mechanism
• Elevator friction control
• Quick-release
mounting shoe
• Carrying case included
Remote Operation Grip
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Get everything you need to start shooting
superb DVD videos with the new Sony® DVD
Handycam® Accessory Starter Kit. Offering
great value, this all-in-one kit includes a sleek
camcorder carrying case, handy DVD media
wallet (available exclusively with this package),
spare extended-life InfoLithium® rechargeable
battery plus a Sony DVD-RW starter disc.
Don’t let a great deal like this pass you by.
DVD Handycam Accessory Starter Kit
ACC-DVDM $84.99
• All-inclusive Value Starter Kit
• Includes: exclusive DVD Handycam® camcorder
compact carrying case (LCS-DVDM), a unique
8 cm DVD media wallet for extra protection of
your precious videos, a long-life InfoLithium
rechargeable battery (NP-FM50), and a
premium Sony Handycam DVD-RW 8 cm
rewritable disc
Value Starter Kit
ACC-FM50A $79.99
• A great combination at a great value!
• Ballistic-style textile premium case
• Case features separate front and side pockets plus an
upper mesh pocket for other accessories
• Includes long-life InfoLithium® rechargeable battery
(NP-FM50), which supplies time remaining in minutes
Tip#7: Get off to a smart start.
AccuPower™ battery meter
displays in the viewfinder, or
on the LCD monitor, remaining
battery time in minutes.

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Tip#8: Protect your investment!
Protect your DVD Handycam® camcorder from
unexpected bumps and jolts with a top-quality
Sony carrying case. These stylish, yet durable cases
also offer plenty of storage space for holding spare
battery packs, DVD media, lenses and more. Or
choose our new semi-soft case that’s been exclusively
designed to hug the unique contours of your
camcorder like a glove while cradling it in style.
You also get a matching detachable companion case
that holds a spare camcorder battery.
DVD Handycam® Semi-Soft Carrying Case
LCM-DVDY $49.99
• Custom designed for Sony DVD
Handycam camcorders
• Attractive and padded to protect
your camcorder
• Includes case for spare battery (NP-FM50,
NP-QM71D or NP-QM91D)
Premium Soft Carrying Case
LCS-VA30 $34.99
• High grade ballistic-style textile construction
• Compact, easy-to-carry shoulder bag
• Front, side, and upper mesh pockets for
spare battery packs, chargers, cables, and
other small accessories
High Grade Messenger Style Carrying Case
LCS-VA40 $44.99
• Ballistic-style textile
• New sleek design
• All metal fittings
• Super padded strap for comfort and style
• Individual compartment for spare battery packs,
chargers, cables and other small accessories