Home > Photography > Digital Camcorder > Sony Handycam DCR-HC96

 Sony Handycam DCR-HC96 Digital Camcorder

Sony Handycam DCR-HC96

 

Description: Model ID DCR-HC96 / Sony Handycam DCR-HC96 - Camcorder - Widescreen Video Capture - 3.3 Mpix - optical zoom: 10 x - Mini DV / Sony's DCR-HC96 MiniDV Handycam camcorder stands out with high-end digital imaging features at an affordable price. Super NightShot Plus infrared system ... more
Sony Handycam DCR-HC96 ... enables you to capture natural looking video in low light conditions. The Super SteadyShot picture stabilization system uses motion sensors to detect and correct camera "shake" for smoother video recording. Tele Macro Mode zooms in for close-up shots to bring out the subject in vivid imagery - making it stand out above the background.

This fully-equipped camcorder comes with easy solutions to transfer images and video recording to your computer. USB Streaming allows you to broadcast live video to family and friends, and i.LINK DV interface provides a connection from the camcorder to a variety of compatible devices.

Camcorders Price Comparison

NP-FH50 Battery for camcorder(s) DVD106, DVD306, DVD406, HC37, H
With the NP-FH70 battery, you'll always have a spare source of en ...
£ 54.00 Postage & Packaging: £ 4.10
Availability: refer to shop website
Pixmania
Go shopping
BC-TRP ultra-fast charger for camcorder(s) DVD106, DVD306, DVD40
Compatible with the P series batteries, the BC-TRP benefits from ...
£ 57.00 Postage & Packaging: £ 4.80
Availability: refer to shop website
Pixmania
Go shopping
NP-FH70 Battery for camcorder(s) DVD106, DVD306, DVD406, HC37, H
With the NP-FH70 battery, you'll always have a spare source of en ...
£ 83.00 Postage & Packaging: £ 4.10
Availability: refer to shop website
Pixmania
Go shopping
NP-FP90 compatible battery for camcorder(s) DVD105, DVD304, DVD4
This battery is compatible with the NP-FP90 and will augment your ...
£ 86.00 Postage & Packaging: £ 4.00
Availability: refer to shop website
Pixmania
Go shopping
 

There are no reviews for this product yet

There are no reviews for this product yet.
Be the first to write a premium review for this product.
Plus, if this is in one of our categories of the month you'll also go in the First Reviews Draw for the chance to win a bonus 2500 dooyooMiles.
This is your chance - Tell other people about this product from Sony.

Reviews for similar products

di15549

Sony Handycam DCR-SR90E

Premium Review Great for point and shoot! (200 words)
by di15549 - written on 05/08/08 (Useful, 29 readings)
Rating:

of this. The only risk is through dropping the camera, however, Sony have added a G sensor which knows when the Camera is falling, so the hard disk drive can protect itself to ensure that your videos are kept safe. This camera also has a lovely 2.7 inch touch screen, which makes going through menus a breeze. There are other features such as the external microphone, photo mode, and a great 120x digital zoom. I bought this when HD camcorders were first arriving onto the market. This was the only option for my budget, and I also didn t see the point in HD for home movies, unless I was going to film something a bit more professional. Overall, a great budget ...

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

Technical Details for Sony Handycam DCR-HC96

Product DescriptionSony Handycam DCR HC96 - camcorder - Mini DV
Product TypeCamcorder - Widescreen Video Capture
Dimensions (WxDxH)7.2 cm x 12 cm x 9.1 cm
Weight0.5 kg
Media TypeMini DV
Analogue Video FormatNTSC
Sensor Resolution3.3 Mpix
Effective Sensor ResolutionVideo: 2.1 Mpix - Still: 3.0 Mpix
Shooting ModesDigital photo mode
Lens System10 x zoom lens - 5.1 mm - 51 mm - f/1.8-2.9
Focus AdjustmentAutomatic, manual
Digital Zoom120 x
Image StabiliserElectronic (Super Steady Shot)
MicrophoneMicrophone - built-in
ViewfinderElectronic - colour
DisplayLCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.7" - colour
Supported Battery1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( included )
Manufacturer Warranty1 year warranty

Products similar to Sony Handycam DCR-HC96

2.1 Mpix - 10 - 80

3.2 Mpix - 10 - 20

Hard drive, zoom, good quality lens, great screen, night mode only 3 mega pixels

800 Kpix - 20 - 100

800 Kpix - 10 - 100

40 zoom, IR night vision, compact not the best image quality

More products in Digital Camcorder

Sony Handycam HDR-SR11E
5.66 Mpix - 12 - 150

Sony Handycam DCR-DVD106E
Fantastic Camera Doesn't Work!

Panasonic VDR-D160EG9-S
800 Kpix - 30 - 1000

JVC Everio GZ-MG155
1.07 Mpix - 32 - 800

JVC Everio GZ-MG21
no more tapes short battery life

JVC Everio GZ-HD7
570 Kpix - 10 - 200

Canon HG10
2.96 Mpix - 10 - 200

Canon DC 95
800 Kpix - 25 - 770

Aiptek Pocket DV T100
3 Mpix - 4

Advantages and disadvantages from the dooyooCommunity
 
dooyoo
Guided TourCommunityRegisterLoginHelp
Sony Handycam DCR-HC96