Sony HDR-SR12 10.2MP 120GB High Definition Hard Drive Handycam Camcorder with 12x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom by Sony
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Digital camera reviews of Sony HDR-SR12 10.2MP 120GB High Definition Hard Drive Handycam Camcorder with 12x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom
Digital camera Review: Nice Camera terrible software
Summary: 4 Stars
You will like this camera a lot until you hook it up to your computer, and then you'll be looking for new software. If you're already into AVCHD compatible software then it shouldn't be a problem. Figure out the software options and feel good about that before you buy, and you will probably love the camera. If you do figure out the best software option please post it so I'll know. You can find the manuals for this camera online to get more information before you buy. Google Sony esupport.Digital camera Review: Nice camcorder
Summary: 5 Stars
This product was received on time and in good condition.
We love this little camcorder. We're occasional camcorder users, not hardcore yet into video editing and other higher end camcorder functions. But when we do use the camcorder, we'd like to have a user friendly camcorder, be able to capture good HD quality video and not have to fumble around with tapes or DVDs. This camcorder does all of that.
The battery that came with it is hardly adequate in comparison to the 120 gigs of hard drive. We bought the larger battery as well. Now that's more like it.
Digital camera Review: No 24p?????
Summary: 1 Stars
Too large for modern day video cameras. I recently compared the Canon Vixia HF10 (HF100) and believe both to be a better choice to the SR12. Although Sony offers 24p and 30p modes on their high-end broadcast equipment, Canon offers it both on the high end and the consumer line. The ability to record in 24p and 30p offers stunning video that has the feel and sense of motion when your kid is moving as opposed to the stark feel of 60i video.
Design wise, the Canon is significantly smaller and lacks the obnoxious branding on the outside. The backside of the LCD of the Sony is littered with names and tags. One of which is the 10 Megapixel tag. This camcorder features a 5 megapixel sensor. Therefore, they are interpolating in the camera to try and claim 10 megapixel images.
Last, for a $1400 camcorder, they are sure stingy on the software. They ship the SR12 with the same software that ships on their $249 camcorder the HC52. I personally don't think it is very good software for a $249 product much less $1400.
Digital camera Review: One of the best new HD cams
Summary: 4 Stars
Great little HD cam. Easy to learn and use. Crisp, clear HD shots and no more worrying about tapes. I only wish Sony would have kept the IEEE 1394/firewire port, instead of going with USB only.Digital camera Review: Reduced Value after raising the price by 100%
Summary: 1 Stars
I checked with a friend who purchased the camcorder late 2008. He said the camcorder is good, but not worth $1500. Anyone knows the reason behind the raise, recession?