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Battery-Biz SANYO VM-D6 Camcorder battery

2009-01-17T09:45:00.001-08:00

Battery-Biz SANYO VM-D6 Camcorder battery
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Battery-Biz SANYO VEM-S2 Camcorder battery

2009-01-16T15:44:00.001-08:00

Battery-Biz SANYO VEM-S2 Camcorder battery

Battery-Biz SANYO VM-RZ2 Camcorder battery

2009-01-16T12:44:00.001-08:00

Battery-Biz SANYO VM-RZ2 Camcorder battery
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Battery-Biz SANYO VEM-S1 Camcorder battery

2009-01-15T13:44:00.001-08:00

Battery-Biz SANYO VEM-S1 Camcorder battery

Sony BCTRP Battery Charger for DCR-HC, DCR-DVD, HDR-HC3, HC5, HC7, HDR-UX5 & UX7 Camcorders

2009-01-15T12:58:00.001-08:00

Sony BCTRP Battery Charger for DCR-HC, DCR-DVD, HDR-HC3, HC5, HC7, HDR-UX5 & UX7 Camcorders
A portable AC charger for Sony P-Series Lithium-Ion batteries / Compatible with: NPFP50, NPFP70, & NPFP90 / Not A Quick Charger!
Customer Review: HANDY DEVICE
Bought this product before going on vacation since I couldn't locate the original adapter for my camera (thanks to my 3yo's facination with cords). I love the smaller design and it charged quickly. It packs up in the camera bag nicely. I won't have to worry about where it went anymore.
Customer Review: This is the only one to use.
The is the best, do not buy anything else. It works far better than others.

TechFuelÂ® Battery for Sony NP-FH40 Camcorder

2009-01-15T12:44:00.001-08:00

TechFuelÂ® Battery for Sony NP-FH40 Camcorder
This TechFuelÂ® rechargeable battery pack is specifically designed to work with your Sony NP-FH40 Camcorder. TechFuelÂ® rechargeable battery packs feature the latest battery technology, the highest quality components, and meet or exceed OEM specifications. TechFuelÂ® battery packs are designed to last longer and have reduced memory effect. All TechFuelÂ® products have a one-year limited warranty and a thirty-day money back guarantee. The TechFuelÂ® name, images, and contents of this Batteryheads listing are protected by trademarks and copyrights. Copyright Â© 2008 Batteryheads

Sony VF-30CPKXS 30mm Polarizing Filter Kit for DCR-DVD92, 203, 403, 405, 505, HC90, 96 & HDR-HC3, SR1 Camcorders

2009-01-15T11:45:00.001-08:00

Sony VF-30CPKXS 30mm Polarizing Filter Kit for DCR-DVD92, 203, 403, 405, 505, HC90, 96 & HDR-HC3, SR1 Camcorders
Designed for Sony camcorders with a 30mm filter diameter * reduces glare * intensifies color and contrast
Customer Review: 1 for 2
The polarizer works well, but my first one did not thread on all the way so it fell off and was lost. The second one I bought threads completely on/in. Such small filters ought to be cheaper. It should have threads on the front of the polarizer so you could screw the UV on it, and there is no cap. You have to remove them and replace them each time and you can't use them together. I put the cheaper UV filters on the polarizers on my still cameras (it's cheap protection). Without a cap you will probably scratch them up pretty soon when shoving it in or pulling it out of a bag. It is still a must have for me, but with significant drawbacks. Same thing for the wide angle lens, no threads and no polarizer available to go on that. Generally good quality stuff from Sony but not particularly impressed with these.
Customer Review: works as advertised
I purchased this polarizing filter for my Sony HC96. The Sony store at the mall did not have it in stock and the Sony website was also out of stock. Either it's a popular item or Sony didn't produce a large volume of it. Anyway, it took Amazon at least a couple of weeks to ship it. I took the filter on my trip to Yosemite. It did just as advertised --- made the sky more blue and removed light reflections from glass windows and water surfaces. If you want to keep the reflections for visual effect, you just have to rotate the lens out of the effective meridian. The protective lens that came with the filter was handy, too. At first, I didn't know why I would need it because I justed wanted a polarizing filter. It turns out that it's good for protecting the camera lens from wind/dust and water spray from the waterfalls when the polarizing filter is off the camera. It seems pricy ($75), maybe because it's a Sony or because it's not a popular item. I'd say it's not useful for most occasions, esp. indoors. It's a luxury item for outdoor shots as a hobby.

Sony HVL-HFL1 Combination Video Light & Flash for Camcorders

2009-01-15T08:45:00.001-08:00

Sony HVL-HFL1 Combination Video Light & Flash for Camcorders
Sony Combination Video Light & Flash - This video light accessory is perfect for dark or low-light situations. It's powered directly from the camcorder, so there's no need to worry about additional batteries. Plus, it powers on automatically when the lighting is poor. In addition to video, it helps your still photography as well. It has a built-in flash that you can use with your Handycam's still photo feature. If you think you'll ever be in a poor lighting situation when filming, you owe it to yourself to have this available. Because you only have one chance to capture that once-in-a-lifetime moment. Light is powered by the camcorder - no need for additional batteries Lamp Type - Xenon Lamp Power Consumption - (approx.) 3 Watts Lamp Life - (approx.) 100 hrs. Unit Dimensions - (approx.) 1 1/4 x 2.5 x 1 7/8 Unit Weight - (approx.) 1.9 oz. Color - Graphite Silver
Customer Review: Video Light
Perfect feature no additional ac connection. Just mounted and you are ready to go for those dark spot and clear colorful pictures. Enjoy
Customer Review: Does what it's suppose to do
I had to get this after I bought a wide-angle lens for my SR11. The lens covered the flash on the camcorder. The wide-angle combined with this external flash/light captures amazingly beautiful picture. The light is good for recording subjects within 3ft-6ft, but I rarely use it because it's really bright and annoys the person I'm recording.

Battery-Biz SANYO VM-D66P Camcorder battery

2009-01-15T06:44:00.001-08:00

Battery-Biz SANYO VM-D66P Camcorder battery

Battery-Biz SANYO VM-RZ1A Camcorder battery

2009-01-15T05:44:00.001-08:00

Battery-Biz SANYO VM-RZ1A Camcorder battery
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Sony HDR-HC5 4MP MiniDV High Definition Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom

2009-01-14T23:44:00.001-08:00

Sony HDR-HC5 4MP MiniDV High Definition Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom
Sony's HDRHC5 HD DV Camcorder makes it easy to capture perfect digital video, every time. Capture high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) video to a MiniDV cassette. Record every detail of every moment, with the 10x optical/80x digital zoom and Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Lens. As you record video, you'll also take still pictures at the same time with the 4.0 Megapixel still image feature. Snap spectacular 2.3 Megapixel photos while filming in dual record mode. The HDR-HC5 even slows down the audio. Get it all and get it in high definition with this amazing camcorder. Professional quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* Lens - advanced optical multi-layer coating, with less glare and flare with increased contrast 2.7 widescreen 16 - 9 hybrid LCD touch panel -- rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles Smooth Slow Record - Increase the frame rate from 60fps to 240fps, capturing smooth slow motion Record an audio track to narrate what is being seen in the video Multiple scene selection modes, plus fader and picture effects One-touch wide angle shooting; manual focus; on screen zoom & record buttons Dual Recording - While you record high definition video, you can also capture 2.3 Megapixel still images directly to a Memory Stick(R) Duo (up to 2304 x 1728 resolution) Super SteadyShot(R) compensates for camera shake without compromising picture quality Cinematic Mode adds a frame film-like effect to video -- perfect for creating home movie masterpieces Tele Macro Function handles close-ups without casting a shadow on your subject i.LINK (IEEE1394) interface for easy connection to camcorders, digital VTRs, capture cards and PCs Active Interface Shoe for adding accessories while directly providing power & two-way communication InfoLithium battery with AccuPower(TM) Meter System Multilanguage m
Customer Review: Good, not as good as hoped
I bought this while living in Hawaii and sold it a little before moving. The whole process of getting it from dv to file format was just too annoying for me. The quality of the video was pretty good, not as high as hoped. The slow motion capture was a nice feature, but was pretty restrictive. The compact size was great and it was relatively easy to handle on the go. I'd definitely say at this point to avoid DV even at some quality loss and go with something that is recording straight to file for ease.
Customer Review: Works quite well
This camera works With ideal conditions, the camera can capture very impressive HDV footage,but with less light... it can be, well... not so good I got this camera for home use, I own professional Sony HD cameras, so Sony is always my top choice. For home use, its ok Note: The deck transports are very good for a camera this cheap, and the lens is above average. see ya! f3

Battery-Biz SANYO VM-D3P Camcorder battery

2009-01-14T22:44:00.001-08:00

Battery-Biz SANYO VM-D3P Camcorder battery
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Sony DCR-HC52 MiniDV Handycam Camcorder with 40x Optical Zoom

2009-01-14T21:44:00.001-08:00

Sony DCR-HC52 MiniDV Handycam Camcorder with 40x Optical Zoom
The DCR-HC52 MiniDV Handycam camcorder is a high quality, versatile, and highly capable device. Boasting a strong zoom lens and vivid color reproduction, this camcorder delivers what you need to capture those memorable events. The Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens and Super SteadyShot image stabilization capture clear, sharp video. Powerful 40x optical / 2000x digital zoom brings you close to the action, and the 2.5" touch panel SwivelScreen LCD display puts control of everything at your fingertips.
Customer Review: Great gift!
For ease of use, convenient size and portability, it would be hard to beat this camcorder. This was purchased as a Christmas gift after seeing several sites researching it on the intended recipient's computer. Unfortunately, the day before this one arrived, he bought one himself, so it had to be returned, but we're both quite happy with this item and would recommend it without reservation, especially for a novice user.
Customer Review: Wonderful starter camera
Although this is a camcorder that doesn't have many features (ie: no external mic input, no headphone input), it works like a charm for those who just want to take decent-quality videos for a great price. The picture isn't all that great, but it's a nice little camera that hasn't let me down yet. It's lightweight and easy to travel with. Even without an external mic input, it picks up sound very well. I use it often, even for a major project I am doing. Get yourself some video-editing software with this camera, a firewire (IEEE 1394 is what I use) to connect it to your computer (make sure your computer has a firewire port, as this camcorder doesn't use a USB cable for hook up), and you're good to go. The best part about this camcorder: Mine didn't require the manufacturer's annoying software that you have to install in order to use the camcorder with your computer!! I love that part. I can upload the videos straight into any software program that supports DV video uploading (like Windows Movie Maker). I have used this camcorder both with Windows XP and Vista. No problems either way. I highly recommend it!

Hi-Capacity Camcorder Battery for: Sanyo VEM-D3

2009-01-14T19:44:00.001-08:00

Hi-Capacity Camcorder Battery for: Sanyo VEM-D3

Battery-Biz SANYO VM-D3P Camcorder battery

2009-01-14T18:45:00.001-08:00

Battery-Biz SANYO VM-D3P Camcorder battery

Sanyo VPC-C5 MPEG-4 Camcorder with 5MP Digital Still Camera & 5x Optical Zoom

2009-01-14T15:44:00.001-08:00

Sanyo VPC-C5 MPEG-4 Camcorder with 5MP Digital Still Camera & 5x Optical Zoom
Make movies anywhere with this tiny, tapeless digital camera. In fact, this multifunction video camera/digital still camera is so small and lightweight, others might mistake it for a cell phone. But don't be fooled by its diminutive design; the VPC-C5 sports a five-megapixel image sensor and can capture more than 15 minutes of DVD-quality MPEG-4 video on the included 128MB memory card.

The VPC-C5 is designed to fit into and be operated by one hand.

Digital Still Camera
The VPC-C5's 1/2.5 inch, 5.26-megapixel CCD sensor can capture images with enough photo-quality detail to create prints as large as 13-by-17-inches. What's more, the camera features real-time pixel interpolation that can simulate the level of detail rendered by 10-megapixel cameras--images that look sharp when printed at 18-by-24 inches.

The camera features a built-in 5x optical zoom lens. Since even the smallest movements and vibrations are magnified in telephoto photography, the camera's built-in image stabilization will help you get sharp, clear photos even when your subject is far away. The camera's optical zoom is complemented with a 12x digital zoom.

Seven scene-select modes will help you optimize your camera for common shooting conditions: auto, sports, portrait, landscape, night view, fireworks, and lamp. The camera even has a Super Macro mode, which will allow you to focus and frame on tiny subjects, such as a flower or sea shell, that are only one centimeter away from the front of the camera lens. The camera also boasts a 3-mode flash (Auto/Forced/Off with slow synchro possible in Night View mode) and a selectable two-second/10-second self-timer.

MPEG-4 video compression allows the VPC-C5 to capture and store more video than other video formats.

Digital Video Camera
The VPC-C5 captures full-frame MPEG-4 compressed digital video. Unlike most digital cameras that take short, small, silent video clips, this machine captures movies at a smooth 30 frames-per-second--the same frame rate standard as broadcast television. Also, it records high-quality stereo audio with built-in wind roar reduction, so clips taken at the slopes or the beach are less likely to have their audio muffled by sudden gusts. The VPC-C5 even lets you snap digital stills while you're filming video.

The VPC-C5 built-in image stabilization minimizes the subtle hand movements and vibrations that make for blurry shots during telephoto shooting.

The camera's large two-inch trans-reflective LCD monitor makes viewing your stills and clips easy, even in direct sunlight. Best of all, the screen is mounted on a pivoting hinge: It swings out and pivots for easy viewing during even high- and low-angle shots, can pivot all the way around for self-portrait framing, and folds together for screen-protecting storage when not in use. The camera supports digital output in the form of USB 2.0 and S-Video analog output.

Easy to Use
Tiny cameras--especially those packed with a lot of features--can be difficult to figure out. Fisher has gotten around this problem by creating an on-board talking navigation guide that explains the camera's features and settings in plain English audio. It comes with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery and it supports the camera-to-printer functionality of PictBridge. The camera even comes with a dedicated docking station to make image uploads and battery recharging a one-touch procedure.

What's in the Box
VPC-C5 multifunction digital camera, Sanyo Software Pack 7.2 CD-ROM, docking station, cable adaptor, USB interface cable, S-AV interface cable, SD memory card, lithium-ion battery, AC adaptor charger (100 - 240 V) and power cord, soft case, neckstrap, lens cap, remote controller, quick guide.
Customer Review: A great multipurpose camera/camcorder
I've had this unit for about 3 months and have to say I'm very impressed. The main benefit of this camera is that it is both a 5mp camera and a camcorder (and a webcam and a voice recorder, havent tried those functions yet) even though I use this "toy" primarily for the still images. Photos are what you would expect from a high end 5mp camera (10mp interpolated), and the video is pretty decent for a camera of its size, but when there is poor lighting watch out - your videos may turn out completely black. As well, even though you can record up to 50 or so minutes on a standard 1gb SD card, you'll need about 3 batteries to do so since they last roughly 20 minutes each. The only other downside I've seen with the camera is the weird autofocus at closer ranges since it sometimes picks out images about 3 to 5 meters behind what your trying to shoot, and the lens noise is somewhat annoying. I would recommend this camera to just about anyone looking to get into the digital scene (unless you have big hands since this unit is small), but not by paying retail price for it - deals are out there, and the prices are lower due to the C6 coming out. Bracketman@gmail.com
Customer Review: Mostly Excellent
I've had my C5 for about 2 weeks and so far I love it - it has only a few minor drawbacks. Pros: * MPEG4 and SD Card storage (primary reasons I got this camera) * Size - it easily fits in my front jean-pocket * Ease of use - it's exceedingly simple to offload images and videos from the camera to your PC - I just put it in the USB docking and charging station and then use a mixture of Picasa (for the pictures) and manual cut and paste for the videos (Picasa doesn't recognize the MP4 extension, unfortunately) * Image quality is good, at least when the lighting is adequate Cons: * Since the field of view is different between stills and video, taking pictures at the same time as the video is confusing to some - I'd reccommend using the B mode which displays a smaller video frame inside the still picture frame, rather than the A mode which "zooms out" when you take the still photo. * The zoom/focus makes an audibly discernable noice (left speaker only) when zooming in/out * Haven't found any support information at Sanyo's site - luckily so far I haven't needed it * Using it as a PC/Web camera is more difficult than it ought to be * Internal battery - no possibility of getting a larger battery To be determined: * How much exactly can I fit on a 1GB SD card? So far it's looking like it takes about 20MB per minute (in High Quality VGA, 30 fps), so I should have about 50 minutes or so, but I haven't tested this yet. * How long does the battery last?

Sanyo Xacti VPC-E2 Digital Camcorder and 8 MP Digital Camera (Blue)

2009-01-14T14:44:00.001-08:00

Sanyo Xacti VPC-E2 Digital Camcorder and 8 MP Digital Camera (Blue)
Stop fussing with bulky underwater housing. The Sanyo Xacti VPC-E2 Waterproof Digital CameraCorder captures both high-resolution 8-megapixel digital still photos and high quality video underwater. It is pocket-sized, so it's perfect for the beach or on the ski slopes. This unique CameraCorder also offers face detection for both still photos and video and is designed to easily upload video to social networking websites such as YouTube and portable digital media players such as the iPod Video.

Full motion video up to 1.25 hours on an SD card and up to 10 hours on an 8 GB SDHC card (TV-HQ mode) Face detection - up to 12 faces for still photos and 6 faces for video Ergonomic design for single-handed operation Uses SD/SDHC memory card Simultaneous still image capture while shooting video Underwater mode for better color in underwater photos and video Digital Image stabilizer Full-range digital stereo recording In-camera editing MPEG4 video files can be directly imported into iTunes and transferred to video-capable iPod, and other portable digital media players Web-mode for simple sharing to Web sites such as YouTube and portable media players such as the iPod video Super fast start-up @ approx 1.7 seconds Taking navigation for first-time users Simple or sophisticated menu options Sequential photos up to 10 photos@ 5fps Connectivity to TV, VCR, DVD Recorder and/or PC Includes Adobe Premiere Elements 4.0 for movie editing and DVD authoring Lightweight (258 grams/9.03 ounces including battery and SD card) Lithium-ion battery and charger
Customer Review: Great camcorder for hiking
Most hikers have either point-and-shoot digital cameras (which have a setting for videos) or a digital camcorder. The point-and-shoot cameras, though, don't allow you to zoom in and out during your video. Well, this Sanyo Xacti VPC-E2 allows you to do that - obviously because it is mostly meant for videos. But even most camcorders aren't waterproof. This one is! And for such a great price. I never even found out before I bought this camcorder that it records audio, takes pictures in several different settings, takes sequential pictures in some of those settings, and takes videos in (I think) every setting, as well as being able to take pictures while taking a video! This is something extremely helpful for hikers - most don't want to get their camera wet, which limits their routes. But now they don't have to be worried! Great camera, great price! I would suggest this to anyone who doesn't want to spend a lot of money on a camera!
Customer Review: Handy backup camera/camcorder.
I like it lot. The pros overweight cons hands down. Pros: 1. Compact; 2. Waterproof; 3. Well-built; 4. Descent quality daylight photos and videos; 5. Cheap memory cards; 6. Easy and customizable UI; 7. Great close-ups; 8. Still shots while recording video - awesome! Cons: 1. You can not see display in bright light or underwater. You do not have optical viewfinder either; 2. Flash is a joke; 3. Battery life is short. You will need 1-2 extra batteries when you travel. Fresh battery will give you 1 hour of recording w/o playback or flash; 4. Special USB cable - do not lose it; 5. Could use wider angle lens; 6. Bundled software is bugly and outdated; To the people who have trouble reading SD card w/o cable - your card reader most likely does not support HDSD cards. Grab one that does. You won't need this cable at all, unless you plan to use the camera as a web cam.

Battery-Biz SANYO VM-D8P Camcorder battery

2009-01-14T12:44:00.001-08:00

Battery-Biz SANYO VM-D8P Camcorder battery

Sony LCSVCB Camcorder Carrying Case for most Sony Camcorders

2009-01-14T10:44:00.001-08:00

Sony LCSVCB Camcorder Carrying Case for most Sony Camcorders
With the LCS-VCB Handycam carrying case from Sony, you'll never have to leave anything behind. It features multiple storage compartments so you can take your Handycam camcorder and accessories like spare battery packs, Memory Stick media, and extra videotapes with you wherever you go.The LCS-VCB is easily carried with its built-in hand strap or over the shoulder with the included detachable shoulder strap. It also includes a built-in rain jacket so bad weather is never an obstacle.
Customer Review: Exceptional Case!
This case just arrived today. I don't usually write reviews, but I am so pleased with Sony that I wanted to thank them for such an exceptionally well thought out and well made item. I don't even have a sony camera - I use the Canon XH-A1, but any camera similar to this will fit because the case has an excellent range of velcro adjustment to suit many types of mid-sized video cameras. There are pockets everywhere - no space is wasted, and everything is done with quality.
Customer Review: Sony Camcorder Carrying Case
Excellent quality and perfect sizing. Can be used not just for Sony Camcorders. Highly recommended.

Hi-Capacity Camcorder Battery for: Sanyo VM-D3

2009-01-14T09:44:00.001-08:00

Hi-Capacity Camcorder Battery for: Sanyo VM-D3

Battery-Biz SANYO VM-RZ5P Camcorder battery

2009-01-14T07:44:00.001-08:00

Battery-Biz SANYO VM-RZ5P Camcorder battery

2009-01-14T05:44:00.001-08:00

Battery-Biz SANYO VM-RZ5P Camcorder battery
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Sony NP-FP71 InfoLithium P Series Battery Pack for Sony Camcorders

2009-01-14T03:44:00.001-08:00

Sony NP-FP71 InfoLithium P Series Battery Pack for Sony Camcorders
You never know when one of life's special moments will come around. Be sure your camcorder is always ready to capture the action. The compact high-capacity NP-FP71 Hybrid Lithium Ion rechargeable battery pack features InfoLithium(R) technology, which ensures higher power and battery life. Weight - 3.36 ounces 1-year warranty
Customer Review: EXCELLENT
Battery fits perfectly, charges fast and based on my original battery, it should last a long time.
Customer Review: Better than expected
I've read many reviews on batteries that over-hype the product. This one was right on. It gives so much more life than I expected. It is definitely bigger than a standard battery, but how else would you expect to get a longer charge? Ignore anyone who says its too big or too heavy. The fact is, if you want more battery life you have to give a little somewhere else. Your camcorder is tiny compared to 10 years ago, and this battery will help you capture more memories than a standard one.

Sony ECMHW1 Bluetooth Wireless Microphone for DVR-DVD405, 505, HDR-SR1, UX1 & DCR-SR60, SR80, SR100 Camcorders

2009-01-14T01:44:00.009-08:00

Sony ECMHW1 Bluetooth Wireless Microphone for DVR-DVD405, 505, HDR-SR1, UX1 & DCR-SR60, SR80, SR100 Camcorders
Never miss another scream of delight, another note of special performance, or another vow on that "special day." Designed to capture sound directly from the source, the ECM-HW1 takes advantage of Bluetooth technology to wirelessly capture sound. With the included armband, lanyard or clip, position the microphone wherever your "star" may go. With security native to Bluetooth technology, be assured that you are safely capturing the sounds of your special moments.
Customer Review: Outstanding mic -Bluetooth
This mic is so easy to use. We use it in our elementary school & my 5th graders have no problem with it. It's actually easier to use than other more expensive mics are. The quality of the audio is excelent.
Customer Review: Didn't work for our purpose
I read the positive reviews for this prior to purchase. For home video/audio recording it might work fine. We were trying to use it for recording "how to" demonstrations and it was not suitable for that use. It has an overly sensitive, built-in audio limiter and as soon as the microphone picks up additional sound (glass beads in a vase, etc.) it lowers the overall audio level sharply, causing the level of the speaker's voice to drop very noticibly. Then when the background noise ends, the speaker's voice level pops back up. There is no manual adjustment to the audio limiter - that would solve this problem. Because of the over reactive audio limiter we had to return this product.

Sony HDR-UX7 6MP AVCHD DVD High Definition Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom

2009-01-14T01:44:00.007-08:00

Sony HDR-UX7 6MP AVCHD DVD High Definition Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom
The HDR-UX7 3.2 Megapixel High Definition DVD Camcorder records straight to a 3-inch DVD-R, -RW, +RW & +R DL (Dual Layer) media formats. This includes 5.1ch surround sound, Super SteadyShot(R) Optical technology, Active Interface Shoe, 10x Optical/20x Digital Zoom and an assignable control dial. Unlike traditional CCD Imagers, CMOS Sensors require less power, providing better battery performance. 1/2.9-inch ClearVid CMOS Sensor provides stunning detail and clarity with exceptional video, 1080 lines of resolution in HD Mode or 530 lines of horizontal resolution in SD Mode. The HDR-UX7 is capable of recording and playing back both High Definition (HD) and Standard Definition (SD) video recorded on standard 3-inch (8cm) DVD media. The 3.5-inch Wide (16:9) LCD screen provides excellent viewing clarity with improved resolution which rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles providing sharp, detailed images in 16:9 mode and composing shots even easier. The Image Stabilization System controls an even higher range of shake and vibration frequencies. Super NightShot(R) Infrared System Recording Media - DVD-R/-RW/+RW/+R DL (Dual Layer) Memory Stick(R) Duo Media, Memory Stick(R) PRO Duo Media Scene Modes - Beach, Candle, Fireworks, Landscape, Portrait, Sports Lesson, Spotlight, and Sunrise & Sunset LANC Terminal - Stereo Mini Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output Headphone Jack Microphone Input HDMI Connection Output / USB Built-in Stereo Microphone Dimensions - 3 1/4 x 3 1/4 x 5 1/2 inch (82 x 82 x 138mm) Weight - 1 pounds 6 ounces (650 grams) with disc and supplied battery
Customer Review: Sony HDR UX7, a steal
I owned a DCR DVD 305 previously and decided to take the next step. Glad I did. Nothing compares to AVCHD. Except maybe real film. This cam is prosumer. I cont care if it doesn't look like an FX-7. The selling points for me were: 1. The assignable dial for manual control of shutter, exposure, focus, whatever you decide to assign to it. Having auto settings can be great but some shots require some tweaking and manual control is a must. 2. 6.1 mega pixel still shot. The 305 had a lousy 1mega pixel still shot. Not worth a darn. The 6.1 quality is an option I can boat about. 6.1 mp may be a few years behind, but this is not a digital slr folks. It's a video cam. Often camcorder shot leave traces of interlacing and such that reveal the source of cam it was taken with. Not this one. It looks like a still right from an early digital slr. No interlacing. 3. Mini DVD storage. It seems most the newer AVCHD cameras are going HDD. Hard drives crash. They are prone to incurable errors. If you have ever own a PC with windows XP, you know this. Lesson learned. My previous camera the Sony 305 was a mini DVD storage based cam. When it failed, I was able to recover the disc out of the cam and rip it from my DD drive on the PC. If this had been a HDD cam, I would have lost the footage forever. 4. External mic option. I plan on using a lav mic for interview types of footage. This has the option for an external mic. Super. Besides the jump to HD, those were the main reasons I bought it. It has all the normal options you will find in a DVR. I used Sony's website to compare shop. Very helpful. Some things to think about when you go AVCHD. Editing software is still behind the ball. I managed to score a copy of Sony Vegas Pro 8 which totally supports the AVCHD format and the 5.1 surround audio. Nero 8 Ultimate supports it to but, Nero is limited if you want to get creative. Adobe products, so far are still just supporting HDV, not AVCHD. If you like editing, get a MAC or go with Vegas. The software bundle with the cam is necessary. I tried to bare bones the install and it would not recognize the cam as a valid drive. Take the hit on your start up and install it ALL. Some additional cool things about this camera are that fact that if the cam is on and running on AC power, then a screen saver that is also a tutorial on how to perform tasks runs. Not sure if it is standard but a nice hefty NP FH-70 battery comes with it. Thats about 120 mins of recording. Most Sony cams follow the same ergonomic design so no learning curve required. This cam is not light but also not dead weight. You know you are holding cause it just fills up the hand without rendering your digits feeling fat and uncoordinated. I thought this was the icing on the cake and decided to write this review. And NO I do not work for Sony, but let me tell you this, they have a very fair Customer Service Department. Dave T
Customer Review: Exceeded my expectations
I chose this camcorder because I don't do any video editing, and just wanted a high quality easy to use camcorder. The touch screen is great, doesn't smudge up much at all. I can't imagine why this is a problem for anyone unless you play with your own fecal matter and don't wash your hands. The camcorder stays charged for a long time. The picture quality is incredible. The night mode is amazing. The only thing to know. If you do the HD recording, you can only play in this camcorder, or a Sony brand blue ray disk player. Enjoy.