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Sony Handycam DCR-SR47 review

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Sony Handycam DCR-SR47 review

An entry-level standard-definition hard-drive-based camcorder, the Handycam DCR-SR47 isn't for hi-def fanatics. But, if plenty of storage, a 60x megazoom lens and a compact and lightweight body are on your list of priorities, the DCR-SR47 will be well worth investigating Read more

£230

3 June 2009 by Joshua Goldman

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Sony Handycam DCR-HC36 review

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Sony Handycam DCR-HC36 review

Sony Handycam DCR-HC36 is an affordable, small and lightweight camcorder. It has many similarities to the entry-level Handycam DCR-HC26, but the HC36 comes with a Memory Stick Duo Pro slot for still-image recording, as well as a remote control, which is handy when watching your tapes Read more

£270

9 August 2006 by Philip Ryan

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Sony Handycam DCR-SR45E review

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Sony Handycam DCR-SR45E review

The best thing about the Sony Handycam DCR-SR45E is the touchscreen -- and the compact size, and probably the price, too. It is still a basic camcorder, however, with only standard-definition videos that won't appear that sharp if played back on a full-size TV screen Read more

£280

15 September 2008 by Joshua Goldman

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Sony Handycam DCR-SR42 review

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Sony Handycam DCR-SR42 review

The Sony Handycam DCR-SR42 is a lightweight camcorder with a 30GB hard drive and has a bundled dock and built-in lens cover. It uses a touchscreen menu system on its 64mm LCD. It has decent stereo audio and its zoom is easy to control Read more

£285

16 May 2007 by Lori Grunin

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Sony Mobile HD Snap Camera MHS-PM1  review

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Sony Mobile HD Snap Camera MHS-PM1 review

Other mini camcorders may shoot slightly better video, but the Mobile HD Snap Camera MHS-PM1 has plenty going for it. Chief among its attractions are its ability to shoot video at a 1080p resolution, and an appealing and cleverly conceived design that includes a swivelling lens Read more

£190

30 June 2009 by David Carnoy

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Sony Handycam DCR-HC46 review

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Sony Handycam DCR-HC46 review

While it was hard to make the case to step up from the DCR-HC26 to the DCR-HC36, the Sony Handycam DCR-HC46 is a logical improvement, with a noticeable bump in video quality for your extra cash. Casual videographers who care about video quality but don't want to break the bank on a camcorder should keep the DCR-HC46 on their short list Read more

£310

25 August 2006 by Philip Ryan

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Sony Handycam DCR-SR58E review

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Sony Handycam DCR-SR58E review

Sony's Handycam DCR-SR58E is one of the better standard-definition camcorders we've seen of late. It's easy to use and offers some genuinely useful features. It is, however, let down by its appalling photo quality. Read more

£250

28 September 2010 by Nik Rawlinson

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Sony Handycam DCR-DVD205 review

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Sony Handycam DCR-DVD205 review

If you're shopping around for a low-end DVD camcorder without too many superficial features, the DCR-DVD205 could be the solution. While it's lacking in some basic connections, such as USB, and its image quality is no more than mediocre, it does offer widescreen video and reasonably fast autofocus Read more

18 August 2006 by Lori Grunin

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Sony NSC-GC1 review

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Sony NSC-GC1 review

Closed, the NSC-GC1 net sharing cam looks more than a little like the monolith from 2001: A Space Odyssey. Sony have jumped on the YouTube bandwagon with this pocket camera/camcorder. It's specifically tailored for video sharing, and don't worry -- you'll be in complete control Read more

£180

3 October 2007 by Will Greenwald

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Sony Handycam DCR-HC26 review

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Sony Handycam DCR-HC26 review

The Sony Handycam DCR-HC26 packs a powerful 20x zoom into an extremely compact, lightweight chassis at a very low price. But while this easy-to-use, touch-screen-controlled MiniDV camcorder won't break the bank, its grainy footage and poor low-light performance won't win any awards, either Read more

£308

5 July 2006 by Denny Atkin

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