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Sony Handycam DCR HC51


 Sony Handycam DCR HC51 Digital Camcorder

Sony Handycam DCR HC51

 
Description: Model ID DCR-HC51 / Sony Handycam DCR-HC51 - Camcorder - 800 Kpix - optical zoom: 40 x - Mini DV

Newest Review: ... the hotel staff leant us this little gem. This camera is so easy to use, it's as hard as making toast. We got it out every ... more

 ... single time we saw a vaguely good slope, and it wasn't a chore, it was simply taking it out of your pocket and opening the screen, and pointing it at something. I was very surprised how easy it was, as I had always thought of camcorders as cumbersome, specialised things, and to take them out and use them was a hassle. This definately changed my view of them. Although the features are limited, and it is not possible to edit videos on the actual camera, it is not one of those things you leave on the shelf, as it is so e...more

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Read Reviews for Sony Handycam DCR HC51

friendofmaddo
Premium Review Sony Handycam DCR HC51: A great camera (251 words)
by - written on 08/03/09 (Very useful, 386 readings)
Rating:

I used this for my little sister's PE coursework for skiing. Her task- to record 5 minutes of her skiing techniques. The reality- she didn't bring a camcorder with her, which made videoing her so much more difficult. We asked around and one of the hotel staff leant us this little gem. This camera is so easy to use, it's as hard as making toast. We got it out every single time we saw a vaguely good slope, and it wasn't a chore, it was simply taking it out of your pocket and opening the screen, and pointing it at something. I was very surprised how easy it was, as I had always thought of camcorders as cumbersome, specialised things, and to take them out and use ...  Read the complete review

 
dooyooCommunity Rating
Reliability:  75% Ease of use:  100%
Sound quality:  75% Features:  50%
Picture quality:  75% Battery life:  75%
 

Technical Details for Sony Handycam DCR HC51

Product DescriptionSony Handycam DCR HC51 - camcorder - Mini DV
Product TypeCamcorder
Dimensions (WxDxH)6.3 cm x 11.4 cm x 8.5 cm
Weight390 g
Media TypeMini DV
Sensor Resolution800 Kpix
Effective Sensor ResolutionVideo: 400 Kpix
Lens System40 x zoom lens - 1.9 mm - 76 mm - f/1.8-4.1
Focus AdjustmentAutomatic, manual
Digital Zoom2000 x
Image StabiliserElectronic (Super Steady Shot)
MicrophoneMicrophone - built-in - electret condenser - stereo
ViewfinderElectronic - colour
DisplayLCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.5" - colour
Supported Battery1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( included )

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