Typical price: £800
What is it: Hard drive camcorder with plenty of manual controls
What we think: Excellent video and performance but the touchscreen interface is annoying
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 25 October 2007
Tags: Sony, Sony Handycam HDR-SR7E, living room, navigation, HD
We like:
Satisfying photo quality; a decent set of manual controls for the target audience; bundled dock
We don't like:
No wind filter; no USB port on camcorder, just on bundled dock; cables not ubiquitous yet for mini-HDMI connector
Also known as:
Sony Handycam HDR-SR7
CNET UK judgement:
The hard-drive-based version of the HDR-HC7, the Sony Handycam HDR-SR7E finally delivers a cutting-edge HD video experience, complete with great video and compatibility frustrations
Full review:
Sharing a perch at the top of Sony's HD prosumer camcorder line, the Handycam HDR-SR7E manages to combine a raft of cutting-edge capabilities without forgetting that its primary function is capturing high-quality HD video. Continue Reading...
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