Typical price: £2,000
What is it: High-definition prosumer camcorder
What we think: An excellent camcorder from a video perspective, but not so good for audio
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 6 February 2007
Tags: sony, battery life, jack, angle
We like:
Excellent overall video quality; responsive focus and zoom
We don't like:
Menu navigation doesn't circle back; useless manual; anaemic audio support
CNET UK judgement:
The Sony Handycam HDR-FX7 is an excellent high-definition camcorder from a video perspective, but it's less satisfying if you're an audio control freak
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