Sony DCR-DVD 109E Camcorder - A BOX OF TRICKS !!

Advantages: Optical Zoom
Disadvantages: None that I could see

...Hi, I hope you find this review interesting and useful. I would really appreciate a rating at the end of the review. Ok, well lets get started...... ************COLOUR*********** The colour is pretty similar to most - Silver & Black. But I do think it looks very well and quite classy. ************COST*********** On-line you can get this for £269.99 there are lots of dealers with prices around this, so don't pay any more as its really not necessary. ************GUARANTEE************ I must say I am more than happy with the guarantee that comes with this product. You get 3 Years Guarantee with this item which certainly to me is super. *************FEATURES*********** I have to say that I love the fact that the Sony DCR-DVD109E Handycam has a powerful zoom and records directly on to 8cm DVD's. This is brilliant...

traveller10 18.06.2007 · Read review
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Sony Handycam

Advantages: Great Features, Easy to use, Sony product - well priced and quality, Durable
Disadvantages: None

.... The battery would have a lot of power on it but it would still turn off. I expect this Handycam to be in the family for a long time to come. I think it will last for many years because it is well made and technicaly superb. *Range/Quality of Features* This Sony Handycam does have a large number of different features and functions that it can perform. This is another positive about the camera which made my Dad purchase it in the first place. The camera has a Digital Zoom capability of 120x. This allows the user to get really close up shots of objects in the distance. This Handycam can double up as a Webcam for your PC. This is quite a good feature to have, because it saves you a few quid not having to buy your own Webcam. The Viewfinder, or screen for some people, is high quality. It is an LCD monitor which gives you really clear images...

thespurs 16.07.2004 · Read review
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The Energizer Battery Charger

Advantages: Good value for money
Disadvantages: Takes a long time to charge batteries

...I had been intending to purchase a battery charger for quite a while. In fact I had even dropped hints to certain family members around Christmas time, but to no avail. I was recently reminded of this missing piece of equipment in my life when I rediscovered the PC lead to my digital camera. Remembering that a pair of standard batteries lasted for only about 30 photos in this camera I decided that it was certainly time to invest in a battery charger and some rechargeable batteries. I purchased an Energizer CHDCW8 ? 4 battery charger from Argos for just £9.99. This decision was based on several factors, the most important of which was the price and what I considered to be the best value for money. The design also played a part in my decision process, but in the end it was the price/value that were the strongest influencing factors...

micksheff 31.05.2007 · Read review
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Sony Handycam DCR DVD202E - a beauty

Advantages: Watch playback instantly
Disadvantages: Price of Rewritable DVDs - well worth it though

...~#What you need to know!#~ This is the same camera that you see on the sony adverts. And I believe this new direct recording on to DVD is going to drastically change the way we view Camcorders. It really is stupidy easy to shoot and film, even for novices such as myself. The 1.07 Megapixels Advanced HAD CCD enables unbelievably true image recording. I'm not sure whether on the images it is still 1.07Mp's as I have another sony camera with 7.2Mp and the image quality is identical. Also the 12x optical zoom offers all of the close-ups that you could imagine. However after taken the pictures there is a 480x digital zoom which allows you to people watch on you street beautifully! Finally for this section the coloured view finder enables you to snap instantly and quickly what you require. Also its rotating system allows...

cheekychappy05 07.09.2005 (08.09.2005) · Read review
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Sony Handycam DCR TRV285E

Advantages: good quality pictures, small, stylish, remote control
Disadvantages: Only 90 mins battery life, can be confusing connecting to PC

...The Sony Handycam DCR TRV285E is a great camera for first time users. This camera can easily be operated without even having to read the instruction manual. It has the "Easy Handycam" feature which sets the camera settings automatically. The camera is light and easy to use. When recording there is a zoom function, the ability to have a title for the movie and various faders for opening and closing shots. The camera has a nightvision mode which uses infrared and gives you an eeirie green appearance to everything which is actually quite handy, or if filming in dull locations there is a handy light on the front of the camera. The camera can also be used to take still shots with a simple press of a button, this means you don't need to carry your normal camera as well. The camera comes with a remote control which allows you to control...

Cazza85 15.09.2005 · Read review
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Sony DCR HC51E is fantastic

Advantages: cheap, great quality , nightvision , lightweight
Disadvantages: no firewire or usb included , but you can buy these cheap

...Sony DCR HC51E is a very easy to use camcorder. brilliant quality recording. *touch screen LCD screen *nightvision Plus- its works great , with an infared feature. *lightweight camera *uses mini DV cassettes *LCD screen flips round so you can record yourself easily. *editing Effects feature , scene selection , for example snow, indoors, lanscape , portrait, spotlight, sport and loads more. *Fader *40x optical zoom excellent for close up's *the viewfinder is in colour Battery life - up to 14 HOURS comes with a introduction cd , which gives you some helpful tips on how to record great footage to make an enjoyable video for you to watch back. cant believe what a fantastic camcorder this is for the unbelieveable price , would recommend this Sony DCR HC51E to buy . you will have to buy a firewire (i-link) cable . so you...

natashalove1987 16.09.2008 · Read review
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Sony Handycam DCR HC1000E

Advantages: Excellent Image with 3CCD, Lightweight and Easy to Use
Disadvantages: Now obsolete due to High-Def 3CCD Camcorders

...Sony seem to be setting themself apart from the field with their range of handycams which are a class apart from the rest. In the DV (non-high definition) category, this is the best semi-professional camcorder around. Firstly a listing of all the features to help: - 3CCD Imaging System (3 x 1,070,000 pixels) with Advanced HAD - Optical Super SteadyShot - 12x Optical / 150x Digital Zoom - Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T* - 14 bit DXP - Focus ring, zoom ring - Zebra Pattern, guide frame and color bar - Intelligent accessory shoe ready for a 4ch Microphone true 16:9 widescreen mode - 5 picture effects and 5 digital picture effects - 6 Program AE - Photo mode on Memory Stick Duo? - 1,152 x 864 Still Image - Automatic pop-up flash - Multi angle grip - 2.5" Hybrid LCD - Spot Meter, Spot Focus - i.LINK? (DV...

PJWINWRIGHT 07.11.2005 · Read review
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Sony Handycam DCR HC14e

Advantages: Use of the Carl Ziess Lens, The Sony Badge, new Touch screen 2.5" LCD
Disadvantages: LCD screen needs cleaing as finger print marks get all over it

...once you are back in the comfort of your own sofa, be carefull not to loose it down the back of the sofa thou. Weight, with any camcorder it needs a tape and Li-on rechargeable battery to work, with the standard battery the weight is average around 520 g, the strap provides a comfortable holding position. Some camcorders on the marker are slightly lighter, but you pay the price for that privilege. The DCR HC14E is very light compared with camcorders of a few years back. You can up grade the battery to run almost double the standard running time. Recording and Playback, making sure your Mini DV tape it inserted into the camera, via the bottom the camcorder, and that you are not going to record over you baby?s first steps, you use the switch located by your right thumb, to slide it to recording. Pushing the red record button...

ignition2000 10.02.2005 · Read review
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Sony Handycam DCR SR90E

Advantages: very easy to use, records over 7 hrs on to hard drive,
Disadvantages: you need a dvd burner

...a bigger battery than the one, which is included with the camcorder. You can burn the video on to DVD- plug the camcorder into the computer and press the DVD burn button - easy You can preview you video on the screen or using the cable provided plug into your TV to view. You and create a sequence of video clips to play after each other. I haven't had time to mastered editing my video clips so I can't comment of the software provided Overall this is an excellent all round camcorder - easy to use - no expensive DVD's to buy - as you can record on to normal Blank DVDs Bad points - you need a DVD burner to burn on to DVD and if you use the underwater kit you will need to buy a bigger battery....

claireyrosey 16.07.2006 · Read review
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Sony Handycam DCR TRV245 - a good camcorder

Advantages: Looks modern, good for it's age, many features, good battery life
Disadvantages: Can now get much better for much less! A bit big in todays world

...I brought this about 4 or 5 years ago, so it is getting fairly old now. I brought it from Agros, at £300, which, at the time, was a good deal, however, you now see camcorders 10 times better, smaller, and lighter, for a much lower price. Damn, if only they were that cheap back then... But oh well. The camcorder's looks is pretty nice, looks modern (even though now fairly old), and quite stylish. In it's time, it was fairly small and light, but obviously now you'll get lighter and smaller, but it is fine to take around anyway, and in the package I brought it with, I got a case I can take it around in. Overall picture quality is fairly good, better than VHS, not quite DVD though! You can use you computer to put the video onto DVD, or use a DVD recorder, and you'll get a fair image quality. The picture you'll get on the LCD screen (2...

joefireline 27.02.2008 · Read review
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