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Sony Handycam DCR-TRV230 Digital-8 Camcorder

Sony Handycam DCR-TRV230 Digital-8 Camcorder

Digital 8 system offers high quality digital images with over 500 lines of horizontal resolution and records 12 bit / 16 bit PCM digital... Read More
Digital 8 system offers high quality digital images with over 500 lines of horizontal resolution and records 12 bit / 16 bit PCM digital audio. The Digital 8 Handycam is the only kind of Digital Handycam that can play back Video 8 and Hi8 analog video. Besides, the new recording pattern allows digital recording on 8mm tape1, enabling users to keep their collection of analog recordings. With the A/D conversion function, it is possible to transfer analog recordings to digital format. Minimize

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Key Features
Camcorder Type   Digital
Recording Media   Digital-8
Optical Zoom   25x
Weight 1.98 lb.
CCD
Number of Pixels   460K pixels
Sensor Quantity   1
LCD / Viewfinder
Color Viewfinder   Without Color Viewfinder
LCD Screen Size   2.5 in.
Display Type   With LCD Screen
Lens
Optical Zoom   25x
Focal Length 2.4 - 60 mm
Digital Zoom   700x
Video Modes
Recording Speeds   SP • LP
Low Lux   4 Lux
Image Stabilizer   With Image Stabilizer
Night Shot   With Night Shot
Audio
Audio Format   12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo/Audio Dub
Memory Photography
Digital Still Shot Mode   With Still Shot Capability
MPEG Movie Mode   Without MPEG Movie Mode
Power Supply
Battery Type   Proprietary Lithium
Dimensions
Weight 1.98 lb.
Depth 8.13 in.
Height 4.13 in.
Width 3.38 in.
Warranty
Warranty 1 Year
Miscellaneous
Family Line Sony Handycam
UPC 027242584761
Product MPN
MPN DCR-TRV230E
Product Review Summary
7 Reviews from Shopping.com
Overall Rating: Rating: 3.43/5 stars
Ease of Use: 4
Durability: 4
Battery Life: 3
Movie Quality: 3
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By: dkozin in Electronics at Epinions.com
Jun 1, 2001

Sony DCR-TRV230 Digital8 Camcorder / Still Camera WIth Backward Compatibility And ADC

Author's Rating: Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: Looks, picture and sound, inputs, compatibility, features, ease of use, remote

Cons: 700x zoom is useless, sometimes manual exposure correction needed in dark scenes

Bottom Line:
If you have existing 8mm/Hi8 tapes and/or plan to shoot a lot, or want to convert analog video to digital format, the TRV230 is a great choice. Read More


By: darkkstar
Jun 25, 2001

TRV-230

Author's Rating: Rating: 5/5 stars

Pros: Easy to use, has great quality

Cons: Still picture feature almost useless

Bottom Line:
Anyone looking to save money should get it. Beats paying a lot for a mini DV cam. Read More


By: radioguy
Jun 13, 2001

Sony DCR-TRV230 Digital8 Camcorder -- Spend a Little More, Get a Lot More

Author's Rating: Rating: 4/5 stars

Pros: Digital8 recording, backwards compatible with 8mm/Hi8, manual focus.

Cons: Very basic digital still capabilities, no manual white balance setting.

Bottom Line:
Grab that manual focus ring and feel the love. Gives your motion video extra zip. Take a look at the TRV330 if digital still features are important to you. Read More


By: pward
Apr 1, 2005

Good entry level Digital 8 model

Author's Rating: Rating: 3/5 stars

Pros: Price, ease of use, format

Cons: picture quality just good, menu cumbersome

Bottom Line:
If you're needing entry level performance in a widely accepted format to convert to VHS or DVD, this is a good choice. Read More


By: meydey
May 2, 2004

Good choice for a cheap camcorder

Author's Rating: Rating: 3/5 stars

Pros: 25X optical, 800X digital zoom, cheap price.

Cons: Low resolution, Big size. Read More


By: khronn
Dec 28, 2001

Big Disappointment

Author's Rating: Rating: 2/5 stars

Pros: Digital

Cons: Everything else

Bottom Line:
Spend a little more and buy the TRV730 Read More


By: mrrobotto
Oct 2, 2001

My worst buy ever

Author's Rating: Rating: 2/5 stars

Pros: backward compatibility

Cons: poor picture quality, particularly under low light conditions

Bottom Line:
DCR-TRV230 does not produce the kind of quality images expected from a $700 digital camcorder. I can't recommend it without reservations. Read More



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