Sony Handycam DVD-R 60 Min 2.8 GB DVD

Will a Mac play back video from a Sony Handycam DVD-R? 60 Min - 2.8 GB DVD? Will the mini DVD work in the HL-DT-ST DVD -RW GH41N Atapi DVD drive of a Mac Pro without getting stuck?
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Will a Mac play back video from a Sony Handycam DVD-R? 60 Min - 2.8 GB DVD?
If the Mac supports that format. If it's a standard video DVD except for its physical dimensions, yes.
Will the mini DVD work in the HL-DT-ST DVD -RW GH41N Atapi DVD drive of a Mac Pro without getting stuck?
Mini disks can be inserted into a drive with a carrier tray safely. If put into a slot-loading drive, they may get stuck.
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