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Sony Handycam DCR-IP210 Micro MV Camcorder

Sony DCR-HC52E Mini DV Camcorder

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6 reviews

$679.99 | 1 store

Product Description

The camcorder is bundled with Pixela Image Maker software which, when combined with USB streaming capabilities, provides fast transfer of images and MPEG1 video clips between the camcorder... More

The camcorder is bundled with Pixela Image Maker software which, when combined with USB streaming capabilities, provides fast transfer of images and MPEG1 video clips between the camcorder and a standard PC or Apple Mac, where the files can be edited, archived and emailed to friends of colleagues. Connection is effected by the supplied USB cable. 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

Camcorder Type

Digital

Recording Media

Micro MV

Mini DV

Optical Zoom

10x

40x

Weight

1.15 lb.

0.81 lb.

CCD

Sensor Size

1/6"

Image Sensor Type

CCD

Number of Pixels

2110K pixels

680K pixels

Sensor Quantity

LCD / Viewfinder

LCD Screen Size

2.5 in.

Color Viewfinder

With Color Viewfinder

Display Type

With LCD Screen

Lens

Optical Zoom

10x

40x

Focal Length

1.9 - 76 mm

Attachment / Filter Size

30 mm

Digital Zoom

120x

2,000x

Video Modes

Recording Speeds

SP • LP

Low Lux

11 Lux

Image Stabilizer

With Image Stabilizer

Digital Image Stabilizer

Night Shot

With Night Shot

Audio

Audio Format

12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo Audio

Memory Photography

Digital Still Shot Mode

With Still Shot Capability

Without Still Shot Capability

Memory Still Resolution

1.92 Megapixels

MPEG Movie Mode

With MPEG Movie Mode

Without MPEG Movie Mode

Max Still Image Size

1600 x 1200

Interfaces

Microphone Type

Internal

Output Interfaces

S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / i.Link

Power Supply

Battery Type

Proprietary Lithium

Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery

Dimensions

Weight

1.15 lb.

0.81 lb.

Depth

5.35 in.

4.63 in.

Height

2.97 in.

3.38 in.

Width

3.86 in.

2.5 in.

Warranty

90 Days

Miscellaneous

Family Line

Sony Handycam

Sony DCR

UPC

718122189823

Release Date

February, 2008

Product ID

20799409

54058547

Included Accessories

Software • A/V Cable • Lithium Propriety Battery • AC Power Adapter

Product MPN

MPN

dcr-ip210

DCRHC52B

Consumer Reviews

Sony Handycam DCR-IP210 Micro MV Camcorder

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Sony DCR-HC52E Mini DV Camcorder

$679.99

No review for this product yet.

Product Review Summary

3.5

Based on 6 user reviews

83% recommend this product

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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

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

byeleven59 Aug 31, 2008

11 Helpfuls 12 Helpfuls

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 »

Does The Job Efficiently and Nicely

byldu95240 Aug 9, 2008

8 Helpfuls 9 Helpfuls

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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