Typical price: £689
What is it: DVD camcorder with 10x optical zoom and 89mm LCD
What we think: Fully featured but somewhat bulky, it matches its MiniDV competitors in most areas, while offering the convenience of direct-to-disc recording
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 19 April 2006
Tags: Sony, Sony Handycam DCR-DVD505E, discs, frame rate, DVD camcorders
We like:
Better-than-average video quality; excellent, large LCD; Dolby Digital 5.1 surround-sound recording; innovative wireless microphone accessory; decent still photos
We don't like:
No video light; occasional compression artefacts still noticeable; poor battery life; slightly grainy low-light video
CNET UK judgement:
Fully featured but somewhat bulky, the Sony Handycam DCR-DVD505E DVD camcorder matches its MiniDV competitors in most areas, while offering the convenience of direct-to-disc recording
Full review:
Thanks to a large LCD screen and responsive performance, shooting with the Sony Handycam DCR-DVD505E is a pleasure -- throw in its superior video quality and the camcorder makes an excellent alternative to MiniDV models if you're looking for straight-to-player convenience. And paired with the optional Bluetooth centre-channel microphone, its 5.1-channel sound capture is bound to impress. Continue Reading...
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