This miniDV camcorder is dedicated for use on the PAL standard definition TV standard, popular in Europe and parts of Asia. A 2.5" touch panel SwivelScreen(TM) LCD display roates up to 270-degrees for multiple viewing and recording angles. And the 1/6" Advanced HAD(TM) (Hole Accumulation Diode) CCD image sensor provides accurate and beautiful video and stills. The 40x optical zoom plays its part by bringing your subject up close and personal for clear, crisp images. The DCR-HC52 also boasts a Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens for professional quality video. NightShot(R) Plus Infrared System is the solution for shooting in low-light situations. The Easy Handycam(R) Button shuts out more advanced features, leaving only those necessary for recording on, allowing you to focus on capturing and enjoying the moment. Super SteadyShot(R) image stabilization rounds out the list of features on this quality driven, cost-friendly MiniDV camera. Plug in and disconnect peripherals without shutting off your computer Peripherals Supported Supports all industry standard FireWire 800 and FireWire 400 peripherals Cables Supported 9-pin male FireWire 800 cables Standard IEEE 1394b compliant Data Transfer Rate - 100/200/400/800 Mbits/sec Supports up to 63 devices (data only) Supports hot-pluggable and hot-swappable device connection System Requirements - Notebook computer with ExpressCard/34 or ExpressCard/54 slot, Mac OS X Version 10.5, Windows XP SP2, Windows Vista or later