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Sony Handycam DCR-HC85 Mini DV Camcorder

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When image quality matters most, choose the DCR-HC85 MiniDV Handycam® Camcorder from Sony. It features a 1/3.6" advanced... Read More

When image quality matters most, choose the DCR-HC85 MiniDV Handycam® Camcorder from Sony. It features a 1/3.6" advanced HAD™ CCD imager which captures up to 2 megapixels of video information, translating into 530 lines of crisp, clear horizontal resolution. It even allows still image capture on Memory Stick DUO™ up to a huge 1600 x 1200 resolution. Minimize

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Sony DCRHC85 MiniDV Digital Handycam Camcorder w/10x Optical Zoom
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Key Features
Camcorder Type	Digital
Recording System	NTSC
Recording Media	Mini DV
Optical Zoom	10x
Weight	1.44 lb.
CCD
Sensor Size	1/3.6"
Number of Pixels	2110K pixels
Sensor Quantity	1
LCD / Viewfinder
Color Viewfinder	With Color Viewfinder
LCD Screen Size	3.5 in.
Display Type	With LCD Screen
Lens
Optical Zoom	10x
Focal Length	4.5 - 45 mm
Attachment / Filter Size	37 mm
Digital Zoom	120x
Video Modes
Recording Speeds	SP • LP
Low Lux	7 Lux
Image Stabilizer	With 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
Memory Still Resolution	1.92 Megapixels
Memory Card Support	Memory Stick Duo
Max Still Image Size	1600 x 1200
MPEG Movie Mode	Without MPEG Movie Mode
Interfaces
Microphone Type	External/Optional
Output Interfaces	S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / i.Link • USB • Headphones Jack
Input Interfaces	S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / iLink • USB
Power Supply
Battery Type	Proprietary Lithium
Battery Life	Up to 1.33 Hours
Dimensions
Width	6.2 cm
Weight	0.65 kg
Height	3.5 in.
Depth	6.5 in.
Warranty
Warranty	1 Year
Miscellaneous
Family Line	Sony Handycam
UPC	027242646780
Included Accessories	Software • USB Cable • A/V Cable • Shoulder Strap • 8 MB Memory Card • Driver • Lithium Propriety Battery • Battery Charger • AC Power Adapter • Remote Control • Lens Cap
Product MPN
MPN	DCR-HC85#US

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By: allenthewizz
Jan 14, 2006

SONY DCR-HC85

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Pros: EVERYTHING!

Cons: BOTTOM TAPE LOADING...HOW SAD Read More at Epinions.com

By: wsmunch
Aug 21, 2004

Good Quality, Easy to Use, Though Not for Budget-Minded (Part 5)

Author's Rating:

Pros: Easy to use, manual focus ring, large 3.5" LCD screen, high resolution

Cons: Weak on manual controls, expensive, there are alternatives with Canon or Panasonic for less

Bottom Line:
Better resolution than the HC65, but pricey. The cost for the HC85 isn't too bad considering the high video resolution and 2 megapixel stills Read More at Epinions.com

By: spoonieluvv
Dec 27, 2004

This camera has been great

Author's Rating:

Pros: Ease of use. Picture Quality, photo and video. 3.5" LCD

Cons: Some streaking with very bright pinpoint type lights. Battery life is average.

Bottom Line:
I highly recommend this camera due to ease of use and video/picture quality. Read More at Epinions.com

By: kharin
Sep 1, 2005

Sony Handycam DCR-HC85 Whats the Real Deal

Author's Rating:

Pros: Decent Consumer level digital ,color,nightshooting

Cons: Exposure problems,only 10x zoom

Bottom Line:
I advise not getting this camera unless you get to try it out first, because of POSSIBLE exposure problems. Read More at Epinions.com

By: mrdan27611
Feb 26, 2005

Stay away from this camera, it has quality problems.

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Pros: The camera does everything great, except download via the firewire and USB ports.

Cons: The download ports break for now reason, and it takes too long to get fixed. Read More at Epinions.com

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