Sony DCR-HC52 MiniDV Handycam Camcorder with 40x Optical Zoom
by Sony
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Manufacturer: SonyRelease Date: 2008-01-31
Model: DCR-HC52
Color: Silver
Product features:
- 1/6" Advanced HAD CCD Imager, 680K Pixels (Gross)
- 40X Optical / 2000X Digital Zoom
- 2.7" Touch Panel SwivelScreen LCD Display (123K Pixels)
- Professional Quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens
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Digital camera reviews of Sony DCR-HC52 MiniDV Handycam Camcorder with 40x Optical Zoom
Digital camera Review: *****Excellent Value*****
Summary: 5 Stars
Its not high definition but the video quality is very good for this price. The Sony DCR-HC52 is well built (solid), has very nice basic features and easy to use. Great unless you have the computer horsepower and $$$$ for a (HD) high definition camcorder like the Canon VIXIA HV40 (also with fire-wire/ilink, maybe my next camcorder). Its auto-focus works well and this camcorder is an excellent weight, not too heavy and not too light. I use it just fine with an older G4 Macintosh that has fire-wire ports. Imovie recognizes this camera and imports the video for editing easily and exported DV files work fine to make DVD's with my Mac's iMovie and iDVD applications.
I been somewhat discouraged by new HD camera reviews from users that have problems with the new non fire-wire camcorders with Mac computers especially Sony camcorders. You can find the Sony DCR-HC52 for less than $250.00 new.
*****RECOMMENDED*****
Summary of Sony DCR-HC52 MiniDV Handycam Camcorder with 40x Optical Zoom
The DCR-HC52 puts exceptional quality, versatility, and affordability in the palm of your hands. 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 Super NightShot Plus technology keeps your video bright when shooting in dimly lit environments. The 2.5" touch panel SwivelScreen LCD display puts control of everything at your fingertips, or use the Easy Handycam button to simplify your recording options when the action just won't wait.Camcorders
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