This Hitachi Hi8 Camcorder features 22x optical and 500 x high quality digital zoom, featuring Advanced AI technology for high quality recording. This camcorder offers 270K pixel resolution with 1/4" CCD sensor and. 0.3 Lux illumination for the ability to get great shots in minimum lighting situations. This model is packed with features for ease of operation and convenience, including B/W electronic viewfinder, 2.5" color LCD monitor with Active Screen and Clear Search/still LCD monitor. Performance features include a wide-angle lens, auto and manual focus, auto exposure, auto white balance, backlight compensation, auto iris and amorphous video heads. Among other features are Tape + (Records Hi8 on Standard 8mm Tape), Multi-System Playback, Digital Signal Processor: HQ Digital Zoom, Digital TBC, HQ CNR + Twin APC, YC Enhancer, Tape Analyzer (ATRS), 6 Digital Fades, 5 Digital Effects, 4 Digital Effects at Playback.