
Sony
Sony 3DPW60DSR2HC 8cm DVD+RW Double-Sided 3-Pack
★★★★★
Double-sided 8cm DVD+RW discs with AccuCORE scratch guard technology for camcorder recording and rewriting.
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Overview
Key Features
AccuCORE scratch guard technology is 100x more scratch resistant than standard discs for ideal video protection
AccuCORE technology also repels stains, dust and fingerprints
Delivers archival reliability
Specifications
Format
DVD+RW (Rewritable)
Disc Diameter
8 cm (mini)
Sides
Double-sided
Capacity per Disc
2.8 GB (1.4 GB per side)
Recording Time
Up to 60 minutes (30 minutes per side)
Pack Quantity
3 discs
Surface Technology
AccuCORE Scratch Guard
Scratch Resistance
Up to 100x more than standard discs
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- AccuCORE scratch guard coating provides up to 100 times more scratch resistance than standard uncoated discs.
- Double-sided format doubles capacity to 2.8 GB per disc without needing additional media.
- DVD+RW rewritable format allows multiple erase and record cycles for flexible reuse.
- Three-pack provides up to 180 minutes of combined recording time at an economical per-disc cost.
- AccuCORE coating also repels dust, stains, and fingerprints, reducing data read errors from surface contamination.
👎 Cons
- 8cm mini disc format is only compatible with camcorders and devices designed for this size, not standard DVD drives.
- 2.8 GB total capacity per disc is very limited compared to modern storage options like SD cards or USB drives.
- Double-sided discs must be flipped manually to access the second side, and neither side has a label area.
- DVD+RW format has slower write speeds and fewer rewrite cycles compared to more modern rewritable media.
- The 8cm DVD camcorder format is largely discontinued, limiting the long-term usefulness of these discs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What devices are these 8cm discs compatible with?
These 8cm (mini) DVD+RW discs are designed for DVD camcorders and other devices that accept the smaller 8cm disc format. They are not intended for standard full-size DVD drives.
How much recording time do these discs provide?
Each double-sided disc offers up to 60 minutes of recording — 30 minutes per side. The 3-pack provides up to 180 minutes of total recording time.
Can I erase and re-record on these discs?
Yes. DVD+RW is a rewritable format, so you can erase and record new content onto these discs multiple times.
What is AccuCORE scratch guard technology?
AccuCORE is Sony's proprietary disc coating that makes the recording surface up to 100 times more scratch-resistant than standard discs and also repels stains, dust, and fingerprints to protect your recorded data.
What is the storage capacity per disc?
Each double-sided disc holds 2.8 GB of data total — 1.4 GB per side.