
Hitachi
Hitachi BDRE60.1P Mini Blu-Ray BD-RE Rewritable Camcorder Disc
★★★★★
The Hitachi BDRE60.1P mini Blu-ray disc records up to 60 minutes of HD video on a rewritable 8cm disc with scratch-resistant hard coat protection.
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Overview
Key Features
"hard coat" hardened protective film to prevent scratches proprietary read-write errors that cause adoption
60 Minutes
Capacity: 25GB Rewritable
8cm for camcorder recording
Packaging: 5mm Slim Case
Specifications
Brand
Hitachi (Manufactured by Maxell)
Model
BDRE60.1P
Disc Format
BD-RE (Blu-ray Rewritable)
Disc Size
8cm (Mini Blu-Ray)
Recording Time
60 Minutes
Storage Capacity
7.5 GB
Protective Feature
Hard Coat Hardened Protective Film
Packaging
5mm Slim Case
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Rewritable BD-RE format allows the disc to be erased and recorded over many times
- Hard coat protective film resists scratches and reduces the risk of read-write errors
- Compact 8cm size fits directly into compatible Blu-ray camcorders without an adapter
- Comes in a 5mm slim case for easy, space-efficient storage
👎 Cons
- Limited to 60 minutes of recording per disc, which may not be enough for longer shoots
- Only compatible with the small number of camcorders that support 8cm mini Blu-ray discs
- Storage capacity is listed at 7.5 GB, significantly less than a full-size 25 GB Blu-ray disc
- Mini Blu-ray camcorder format is largely discontinued, making long-term media availability uncertain
Frequently Asked Questions
What camcorders is the BDRE60.1P compatible with?
It is designed for Blu-ray camcorders that accept 8cm mini discs. Check your camcorder's manual to confirm it supports BD-RE mini format.
How many times can this disc be rewritten?
As a BD-RE (Blu-ray Rewritable) disc, it can be erased and re-recorded many times—typically over 1,000 rewrite cycles under normal conditions.
What does the "hard coat" feature do?
The hard coat is a hardened protective film applied to the disc surface that resists scratches, helping prevent read-write errors that can result from physical handling.
How much recording time does the disc provide?
It records up to 60 minutes of high-definition video, making it suitable for capturing events, interviews, or field footage in a single session.