Sony HDR-HC5E

For reasons which are not fully clear production of this sophisticated camcorder was stopped. But it seems that the whole DV tape system is being phased out. It is not as superior as the - much more expensive - 7 model, which is temporarily unavailable, but it remains a worthy successor to the DCR-TRV range. The HD 1081i format remains a gimmick so long as commercial TV at this standard is not yet widely available. The only - minor - disadvantage is the absence of external microphone and earphone contacts and of manual focusing, both of which were available on the DCR-TRV range, and are ... more

This is a really great product, quite compact and very easy and convinient to use, exspecially for those individuals who are not so good with technology like me!!!! It is also very easy to carry around with you, another great SONY product to add to their collection!!! The image is very clear and precise and can be adjusted using the easy to use controls/buttons. I would suggest that this product is more suitable for those with some techological sense, however this does not need to be outstanding as the instructions that come with this particular product are quite easy to use and read, and ... more