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Sony Handycam HDR-HC7E

Description: Model ID HDR-HC7E.CEH / Sony Handycam HDR-HC7E - Camcorder - High Definition - Widescreen Video Capture - 3.2 Mpix - optical zoom: 10 x - ... more

Sony Handycam HDR-HC7E ... supported memory: MS Duo, MS PRO Duo - Mini DV (HDV) / The Sony Handycam HDR-HC7E is a compact HDV1080i high definition handycam with ClearVid CMOS Sensor, Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens, Optical Image Stabilizer, a wealth of manual controls and an HDMI connection.

PRODUCT FEATURES:

6 megapixel still image recording and 4.6 megapixel Dual Rec while recording movies;

STAMINA up to 6 hours 35 minutes;

HDV / DV recording switchability;

Enhanced imaging processor;

10x optical zoom / 80x digital zoom;

2.7" Wide "Clear Photo LCD plus" screen with touch panel;

Wide color viewfinder;

HDMI output for HD ready TV;

i.LINK input / output for HDV and DV;

USB 2.0 (full-speed);

Smooth Slow Rec mode for advanced slow motion footage;

Usage guide function on LCD;

Battery info;

Auto lens cover.

Newest Review: ... and finding that tape noise was actually recorded in the audio... not so with the Sony, the tape motor on this product is ... more

... very quiet. It uses MiniDV tapes, of which I have bought a few and the High Definition rated versions are definitely worth paying for. The controls are very intuitive. The start/stop, power switch (which also toggles between modes) and the zoom rocker, all within easy reach of the right hand as it holds the camcorder. Weight is really not an issue, at 660g for the camera, battery and my own tiny lens cap, the Sony is comfortable to hold, though for long periods of use I would recommend a tripod. The flip out screen is ...more

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Price Comparison for Sony Handycam HDR-HC7E

	Sony HDR-HC7 High Definition Camcorder With2.7'' LCD Screen HIGH DEF. 1080I 2.7 W/S T/PNLV/S T*L 6.1 M/P1/2.9 NS Last Update 24.11.2009 05:46	£ 699.00

Sony HDR-HC7 High Definition Camcorder With2.7'' LCD Screen
HIGH DEF. 1080I 2.7 W/S T/PNLV/S T*L 6.1 M/P1/2.9 NS

Last Update 24.11.2009 05:46

£ 699.00

Read Reviews for Sony Handycam HDR-HC7E

Sony Handycam HDR-HC7E: Sony do HD right (540 words)
by - written on 14/08/08 (Very useful, 162 readings)
Rating:

I use this product for my everyday work over at Geekanoids. Before I purchased this I tried various camcorders, even the recording function on a compact digital camera. The camera I had before this was a Sanyo Xacti, which I bought because it supposedly recorded in a computer friendly format... but that is another story. The Sony HDR-HC7E is a very solidly built camera. When you get one of these in your hand it just feels like you have purchased a quality product. Sony are known for doing this very well, giving the consumer loads of features, but for me, the pro-consumer use was very important, ease of use, and high quality results. One more reason for me ... Read the complete review

dooyooCommunity Rating

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

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Technical Details for Sony Handycam HDR-HC7E

Product Description	Sony Handycam HDR-HC7E - camcorder - Mini DV (HDV)
Product Type	Camcorder - 1080i - Widescreen Video Capture
Dimensions (WxDxH)	8.2 cm x 13.8 cm x 8.2 cm
Weight	0.55 kg
Media Type	Mini DV (HDV)
Supported Flash Memory	Memory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo
Sensor Resolution	3.2 Mpix
Effective Sensor Resolution	Video: 2.2 Mpix - Still: 3.0 Mpix
Shooting Modes	Digital photo mode
Lens System	10 x zoom lens - 5.4 mm - 54 mm - f/1.8-2.9
Focus Adjustment	Automatic, manual
Digital Zoom	20 x
Image Stabiliser	Optical (Super Steady Shot)
Camera Flash	Built-in flash
Microphone	Microphone - built-in - stereo
Viewfinder	LCD monitor - colour - 16:9
Display	LCD display - 2.7" - colour
Supported Battery	1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( included )