Sony HVR-DR60 Portable Hard Disk Recorder — 60GB

Includes FireWire Cable & NP-F Battery

 

The Sony HVR-DR60 is a professional 60GB portable hard-disk recorder designed for Sony HDV and DV camcorders. It captures footage directly to digital files, giving you tapeless recording, instant transfer, and a faster post-production workflow — ideal for documentary, ENG, skate filmmaking, and classic HDV production.

 

This unit is fully tested, works flawlessly in all modes, and is in very good cosmetic condition with only light signs of normal use.

 

Comes with a Sony NP-F battery and a 6-pin to 4-pin FireWire cable for direct connection to compatible cameras.

 

 

 

 

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Overview

 

 

The HVR-DR60 records HDV, DVCAM, and DV formats directly to its internal 60GB drive, offering up to 4.5 hours of continuous HDV recording or 6 hours in DV.

Footage transfers instantly to your computer via USB or FireWire, eliminating tape capture time and reducing wear on your camera’s tape mechanism.

 

The recorder mounts to the side of Sony HDV camcorders or can be used standalone via FireWire.

 

A bright LCD shows recording mode, remaining time, battery info, and status indicators for absolute reliability in the field.

 

 

 

 

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Key Features

 

 

• Tapeless HDV / DVCAM / DV recording
• 60GB internal HDD — up to 6 hrs DV / 4.5 hrs HDV
• IEEE-1394 FireWire interface (4-pin camera → 6-pin DR60)
• Instant transfer to NLE systems (Final Cut, Avid, Premiere, Vegas, etc.)
• Supports FAT32 file system for universal compatibility
• Recording modes: Synchronous, Follow, External Control
• Backlit LCD for status & timecode display
• Compact field-ready design
• Runs on Sony NP-F series batteries (NP-F330/F550/F750/F970 etc.)

 

 

 

 

 

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Technical Specs

 

 

• Model: Sony HVR-DR60
• Internal Storage: 60GB 1.8” HDD
• Recording Format: HDV / DVCAM / DV (depending on camera input)
• Connections:
  
• FireWire IEEE-1394 (4-pin / 6-pin)
• Power: Sony NP-F series InfoLITHIUM L batteries
• Mounting options: Side-mount bracket (not included)
• File System: FAT32
• Typical runtime: Depends on battery type

 

 

 

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Condition

 

 

• Fully functioning & tested
  
• Records correctly
• Transfers files successfully
• All buttons & LCD working
• Very good cosmetic condition
  
• Light signs of normal professional use
• No damage, cracks, or faults
• Stable drive with no operation errors

 

 

 

 

 

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Included

 

 

• Sony HVR-DR60 recorder unit
• Sony-compatible NP-F battery
• FireWire cable (6-pin → 4-pin)
• Protective packaging
• 14-day return window

 

 

 

 

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VAT / Tax Information

 

 

This item is sold under the §25a Differential Taxation Scheme (Germany).

VAT is not shown separately on the invoice.

Shipping costs are passed through at actual cost and are also subject to differential taxation.

 

 

 

 

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Shipping (DHL)

 

 

All shipments include tracking + insured DHL Paket service (up to €500).

Additional insurance available on request.

 

• Germany: 1–3 business days
• EU: 3–7 business days
• Non-EU: 7–20 business days (customs may apply)