DCR-PCX100 “PlayCam”

In 2003, Sony quietly tested a “starter” Handycam for kids.

~1,200 units made. Internal release only.

1/6” CCD (~320k px), fixed plastic lens, micro tape system.

Designed to mimic the DV look—just simplified.

Pulled early due to durability issues.

We got our hands on a working unit—added the test footage here.

Shot on original hardware. No filters.