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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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Zr45 No. TRY27 Y-E-S.
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Pros: Big screen, quiet operation, easy menus, light weight.
Cons: Start/Stop button position, old fashioned look.
The Bottom Line:
Forget Canon...go with the TRV27.
I researched miniDV camcorders for months, and fell in love with the Canon ZR series. I intended to buy the ZR40, because I was not interested in Bells and Whistles, but I ended up with a ZR45. That was returned the next day, see my review.
The TRV27 is just under a week old now in my hands. It is light weight, easy to use and a total joy to work with. I didn't get a sVideo cable yet, so I can't make claims on the video quality just yet.
I ran tests to determine if there was any motor noise, and there is none. I recorded in a dead quiet room, and cranked the TV volume to max. The motors were barely noticeable.
The night vision is very cool as a toy, but I am not sure I will use it much.
The large LCD panel is fantastic. At first I thought about going with the TRV25 with the smaller screen, but the bigger screen is more then worth it.
Right now, my only complaints are the lack of styling. IE, the internal buttons look like something out of the 70's and the camera in general is kind of boring looking. Big deal eh? *laugh*
The only REAL problem, is I find that when I am holding the cam, the start/stop button is sometimes difficult for me to reach with my thumb. I think I need to play with the strap to get it just right.
I bought an additional battery. The medium length battery was $49 at circuit city and is still pretty small so I went with that instead of the long life battery which was heavier, bulkier, and more expensive.
I will add more later, as I use it. For now, this camera rocks.
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