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Sony DCR-TRV900

Sony Handycam DCR-TRV900 Mini DV Camcorder

Sony DCR-HC52

Sony DCR-HC52E Mini DV Camcorder

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$679.99  |  1 store
Product Description
The Sony DCR-TRV900 can handle up to eight hours recording. The 12X Optical Zoom lets you move in or pull back for wide shots, while the Precision 48X Digital Zoom uses a Hyper-Precision CCD... More
The Sony DCR-TRV900 can handle up to eight hours recording. The 12X Optical Zoom lets you move in or pull back for wide shots, while the Precision 48X Digital Zoom uses a Hyper-Precision CCD to maintain superior image detail. There's an Optical Super SteadyShot Image Stabilization System, a Memory Mode for Still Image Capture and even picture effects to help you get the look you want. You'll never run out of ways to use this Sony. Less
The DCR HC52 MiniDV Handycam camcorder is a high quality, versatile, and highly capable device. Features include a 40x optical/2000x digital zoom lens, Digital Image Stabilizer, Nightshot, a... More
The DCR HC52 MiniDV Handycam camcorder is a high quality, versatile, and highly capable device. Features include a 40x optical/2000x digital zoom lens, Digital Image Stabilizer, Nightshot, a 2.5 inch LCD Panel and vivid color reproduction, making the lightweight DCR-HC52 camcorder what you need to capture all your memorable moments. Less
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Key Features   
Recording System   NTSC NTSC
Camcorder Type   Digital Digital
Recording Media   Mini DV Mini DV
Optical Zoom   12x 40x
Weight 1.94 lb. 0.81 lb.
CCD   
Sensor Size 1/4" 1/6"
Image Sensor Type - CCD
Number of Pixels   380K pixels 680K pixels
Sensor Quantity   3 1
LCD / Viewfinder   
LCD Screen Size   3.5 in. 2.5 in.
Color Viewfinder   With Color Viewfinder With Color Viewfinder
Display Type   With LCD Screen With LCD Screen
Lens   
Optical Zoom   12x 40x
Focal Length 4.3 - 51.6 mm 1.9 - 76 mm
Attachment / Filter Size 52 mm 30 mm
Digital Zoom   48x 2,000x
Video Modes   
Recording Speeds   SP • LP SP • LP
Low Lux   4 Lux 11 Lux
Image Stabilizer   With Image Stabilizer Digital Image Stabilizer
Night Shot   - With Night Shot
Recommended Illumination   100 Lux -
Audio   
Audio Format   12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo/Audio Dub 12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo Audio
Memory Photography   
Digital Still Shot Mode   With Still Shot Capability Without Still Shot Capability
Memory Still Resolution 0.31 Megapixels -
Memory Card Support   Memory Stick -
Max Still Image Size   640 x 480 -
MPEG Movie Mode   Without MPEG Movie Mode Without MPEG Movie Mode
Interfaces   
Microphone Type Internal • External/Optional Internal
Output Interfaces S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / i.Link • Headphones Jack S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / i.Link
Input Interfaces S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / iLink -
Power Supply   
Battery Type   Proprietary Lithium Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
Battery Life   Up to 1.25 Hours -
Dimensions   
Weight 1.94 lb. 0.81 lb.
Depth 7.63 in. 4.63 in.
Height 4.13 in. 3.38 in.
Width 3.75 in. 2.5 in.
Warranty   
Warranty 1 Year 90 Days
Miscellaneous   
Family Line Sony Handycam Sony DCR
UPC 027242547025 718122189823
Product ID 10470 54058547
Release Date September, 1998 February, 2008
Included Accessories 2 x AA Batteries • A/V Cable • Shoulder Strap • Lithium Propriety Battery • AC Power Adapter • Remote Control • Lens Cap • Lens Hood Software • A/V Cable • Lithium Propriety Battery • AC Power Adapter
Product MPN   
MPN DCR-TRV900 DCRHC52B
 
Consumer Reviews
Sony DCR-TRV900
Sony Handycam DCR-TRV900 Mini DV Camcorder
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Sony DCR-HC52
Sony DCR-HC52E Mini DV Camcorder
$679.99

Product Review Summary

4.4
Based on 20 user reviews
100% recommend this product
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Good For
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Consumer Reviews

200

Sony DCR-TRV900 Camcorder -- Beginning to See the Light

byradioguy Mar 18, 2001
33 Helpfuls 34 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Three-chip, close to broadcast quality.
Cons No XLR mic inputs, key adustments via menus rather than physical dials, high price.
Recommended it? Yes

When Sony gets a product right, they're often content to sit back and leave it alone. Such was the case with their very-popular DCR-VX1000 three-chip MiniDV camcorder, released in 1995 but not updated until the 2000 release of the DCR-VX2000. Although it's not the very first MiniDV camcorder to hit... Read full review »

121

Afordable 3CCD, Great Quality, Solid price

byflindingo Aug 20, 2000
24 Helpfuls 25 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros 3CCD pickup, 2.5 LCD, good button locations, price
Cons lower-quality lens, mic pickup
Recommended it? Yes

The Sony TRV900 is the most affordable 3CCD DV camcorder in Sony's line. It does not have the supreme quality of it's older siblings such as the VX2000, however it is a solid 3CCD camcorder.

I'm currently shooting a feature length video for a Production company on the TRV900. I've worked... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

3.5
Based on 6 user reviews
83% recommend this product
5 stars
4 stars
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3 stars
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1 star
Pros
  • Easy to Use (2)
  • Excellent Picture Quality (2)
  • Good Value (2)
  • Good in Low Light (2)
  • Image Stabilization (2)
  • Powerful Zoom (2)
  • Rich Features (1)
  • Lightweight (1)
  • Compact (1)
Cons
  • Lacks Features (1)
Good For
  • Special Events (2)
  • Home Movies (2)
  • Outdoors (2)
  • Everyday Use (2)
  • Beach (2)
  • Travel (1)
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Consumer Reviews

10

Yet if I may hold this Cam in the darkness, it is enough...

byeleven59 Aug 31, 2008
11 Helpfuls 12 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Night vision setting, 40X zoom, easy to operate, high-quality images easily transferrable...
Cons Would be even better with an extra battery and maybe one mini DV starter tape
Recommended it? Yes

The DCR-HC52 is a Digital video camera recorder. It uses a lithium, rechargeable battery (#NPFH-30) and comes with the following:
An A/C adaptor, Power cord, A/V connecting cable, (for connecting to TV and/or VCR) and Operating Manual. It does not come with a firewire for the purpose of doing... Read full review »

47

Does The Job Efficiently and Nicely

byldu95240 Aug 9, 2008
8 Helpfuls 9 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Low asking price, decent picture quality. Easy to use.
Cons Feels cheaper next to older Sony models, some basic features missing, No USB connectivity.
Recommended it? Yes

The DCR HC52 is one of the entry level models from Sony's 2007 line of MiniDV camcorders.

Personally, with the move towards HDD and eventually solid state storage for video cameras, DV tape is quickly becoming a dying breed and this is reflected in the lower prices for this latest batch... Read full review »

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