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 Sony Handycam HDR-TG3E Digital Camcorder
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Sony Handycam HDR-TG3E

 
Description: Model ID HDR-TG3E.CEH / Sony Handycam HDR-TG3E - Camcorder - High Definition - Widescreen Video Capture - 2.36 Mpix - optical zoom: 10 x - ... more
Sony Handycam HDR-TG3E ... supported memory: MS Duo, MS PRO Duo, MS PRO-HG Duo - flash card / Now there's no excuse for leaving your camcorder behind when you could catch the moment in sparkling HD.

A little bigger than your mobile phone, Sony's sensationally styled Handycam HDR-TG3E is the world's smallest, slimmest, lightest Full HD camcorder.

Slipping effortlessly into a purse, bag or jacket pocket, it's great for parties, holidays or city breaks when you don't want to be weighed down.

Inside its slender body, the TG3E is packed with advanced Sony technology for capturing beautiful, detail-packed HD1080 images.

There's a premium Carl Zeiss lens with 10x optical zoom, plus Super SteadyShot to reduce image shake.

Powered by the BIONZ image processor, Face Detection automatically adjusts focus, exposure and color balance for both video and photos.

And if you're shooting high-contrast subjects, like a sunny beach scene, D-Range Optimizer technology ensures that strong highlights and shadow details don't get lost.

The HDR-TG3E is tough enough to keep up with today's active lifestyles, whether you're on the piste or paragliding.

It's the world's first camcorder that features a body using pure titanium - a material that is 40% lighter than steel and twice as strong as aluminum. The tough titanium shell is finished with a Premium Hard Coating.

This extra-strong protective layer shrugs off everyday scratches, ensuring your camcorder keeps its high-fashion looks for longer.

Its tough finish, ultra-compact size and chic looks are only half the story. The HDR-TG3E lets you concentrate on having fun instead of fiddling with complicated features.

In 'Quick On' mode, you're ready to start shooting within a second of flipping open the bright, clear 2.7-inch Clear Photo LCD Plus touchscreen.

And when you're relaxing back at home, it's easy to control playback functions with your Sony television's remote as you enjoy big, beautiful images and great sound on your BRAVIA Sync compatible TV.

Newest Review: ... is fantastic and the menu options simple to use (though my previous experience with my Sony digital point and shoot & ... more

 ... mobile phone may help with my familiarity). I am however conscious of the build up of fingerprints on the viewfinder. This may be a sticking point (sorry) for some users. The down side of great portability - the battery life is not as long as I would have hoped; I have had on average around 60 - 70 minutes of "play time" which for me (learning the ropes) involves much on and off recording, revising of footage through the TV. I recommend a spare battery (or two) if you are planning a big day! Indoors and...more

Price Comparison for Sony Handycam HDR-TG3E

Sony TG3 High Definition Digital Camcorder
Last Update 22.11.2009 05:45
£ 449.99


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Read Reviews for Sony Handycam HDR-TG3E

foodooguru
Premium Review Sony Handycam HDR-TG3E: A highly portable fun to use device. (650 words)
by - written on 25/06/09 (Very useful, 93 readings)
Rating:

Representing my first foray into video camera territory, I read many reviews and hints before taking the plunge and buying this camcorder. Must haves based on my intended use; image stabilisation, face recognition, sharp image indoors, and most of all total portability. I wanted to be able to take a still while shooting video, and some future padding with HD. Finally looks. The casing is sexy and feels reassuringly weighty yet small and easy to handle. Supplied with almost all of the expected cords; USB 2.0 for computer transfer and AV & component AV cables for TV connection. No HDMI cord and the output on the camera won't fit existing cords thus ...  Read the complete review

robert_p
Premium Review Nice product (162 words)
by - written on 12/11/08 (Useful, 530 readings)
Rating:

Purchased after my old JVC camera gave up the will to live during our honeymoon. We were gutted, but made do with plenty of photos instead! By using the upright layout, Sony have made this camera small and light enough to slip into a trouser pocket. Truly portable. Picture quality is wonderful, with a variety of recording modes available to either capture highest quality or maximise the recording time available. Face detection chooses focus well, even indoors. Video is captured to Memory Stick, which although proprietory is also reasonably enough priced. Transfer to my Apple Mac Pro iMovie application is smooth and fast enough, although it's a shame Firewire ...  Read the complete review

 
dooyooCommunity Rating
Reliability:  88% Ease of use:  88%
Sound quality:  63% Features:  75%
Picture quality:  88% Battery life:  50%
 

Technical Details for Sony Handycam HDR-TG3E

Product DescriptionSony Handycam HDR-TG3E - camcorder - flash card
Product TypeCamcorder - 1080i - Widescreen Video Capture
Dimensions (WxDxH)3.2 cm x 6.3 cm x 11.9 cm
Weight240 g
Media TypeFlash card
Flash Memory4 GB
Supported Flash MemoryMemory Stick Duo, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo
Analogue Video FormatPAL
Sensor Resolution2.36 Mpix
Effective Sensor ResolutionVideo: 1.43 Mpix - Still: 2.0 Mpix
Shooting ModesDigital photo mode
Lens System10 x zoom lens - 3.2 mm - 32 mm - f/1.8-2.3
Focus AdjustmentAutomatic, manual
Digital Zoom120 x
Image StabiliserElectronic (Super Steady Shot)
Camera FlashBuilt-in flash
MicrophoneMicrophone - built-in - electret condenser - surround
DisplayLCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.7" - colour
Supported Battery1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( included )

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