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Sony Handycam DCR-TRV27 Mini DV CamcorderThe wait is over for camcorders that offer high-resolution video and the latest in digital imaging technology thanks to Sony's new...
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The wait is over for camcorders that offer high-resolution video and the latest in digital imaging technology thanks to Sony's new line of MiniDV Handycam camcorders. The DCR-TRV27 aims to please cost-conscious video enthusiasts with one of the most attractively priced Sony MiniDV camcorder ever. While the MiniDV format delivers a powerful combination of precise image detail and vivid colors, the DCR-TRV27 takes video resolution even further with the incorporation of megapixel CCD imagers. The new camcorder incorporate USB Streaming, a feature that turns the camcorder into a webcam with a simple USB connection and video conferencing software like Microsoft Windows NetMeeting software. By connecting the camcorder to a PC, users can privately stream live video of their baby's first steps or play back a previously recorded little league game over the Internet. This Digital Handycam camcorder also sports a new feature that lets users take a still image of an important event while recording the motion in video,...
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Paying a little extra over Sony's competition for much better video quality
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Pros: Great vivid, clear video quality. Good feel. Great screen.
Cons: Little larger than I would prefer.
The Bottom Line:
Extra cost of Sony over its competitors is well worth it - great video quality.
After buying and subsequently returning various other video cameras, I finally ended up with the Sony TRV27 and am extremely happy with it. Although I had to pay a bit of a premium over Sony's lower-priced competition, the video quality it offers is second to none.
The ability for the Sony to compensate for slightly jittery hands is great. The net result is fantastic quality videos.
The display on the camera is large and bright - in fact I've been able to use it to show full videos to friends and family.
Initially I bought a Canon ZR40 which had a good small form factor but lackluster in video playback quality.
The only negative with the Sony is the size. Very manageable still, but would prefer something a little smaller.
In my opinion, the extra cost of a Sony over its competitors is well worth it. After all, who wants to spend hours video recording something where the colors are washed out?
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