Sony Handycam DCR-TRV25 Mini DV Camcorder

Take your MiniDV memory-making to the megapixel level! The DCR-TRV25 MiniDV Handycam® Camcorder delivers mega-powered functionality in a sleek design. Everything from digital video to digital audio and digital still image capability, with Memory Stick® Media storage and the most advanced features are available. With a Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar lens, 10X optical/120X precision digital zoom, color viewfinder, Memory Stick® Media storage, and so much more, the DCR-TRV25 makes it easier than ever to take spectacular video and share it with the world. Minimize

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Product MPN
MPN	trv25
Key Features
Camcorder Type	Digital
Recording Format	Mini DV
Recording System	NTSC
Sensor Quantity	1
Memory Still Resolution	1 Megapixels
Optical Zoom	10x
Weight	1.56 lb.
CCD
Sensor Quantity	1
Sensor Size	1/4.7"
Number of Pixels	1070K pixels
LCD / Viewfinder
Display Type	With LCD Screen
LCD Panel Size	2.5 in.
Color Viewfinder	With Color Viewfinder
Lens
Optical Zoom	10x
Digital Zoom	120x
Lens Focal Length	3.7 - 37 mm
Filter Diameter	30 mm
Video Modes
Recording Speed	SP • LP
Image Stabilizer	With Image Stabilizer
Low Lux	7 Lux
Night Shot	With Night Shot
Audio
Audio Format	12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo Audio
Memory Photography
Memory Card Type	Memory Stick
Digital Still Shot Mode	With Still Shot Capability
Memory Still Resolution	1 Megapixels
Max Still Image Size	1152 x 864
MPEG Movie Mode	With MPEG Movie Mode
Interfaces
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
Microphone Type	Internal • External/Optional
Power Supply
Battery Type	Proprietary Lithium
Battery Life	2.42 Hours
Dimensions
Width	3 in.
Depth	6.5 in.
Height	3.75 in.
Weight	1.56 lb.
Warranty
Warranty	1 Year
Miscellaneous
Family Line	Sony Handycam
Included Accessories	2 x AA Batteries • Software • USB Cable • A/V Cable • Shoulder Strap • 8 MB Memory Card • Driver • Lithium Propriety Battery • AC Power Adapter • Remote Control • Lens Cap
Release Date	1 May, 2003

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By: dkozin

in Electronics at Epinions.com
Jul 1, 2002

Sony DCR-TRV25 1-Megapixel MiniDV Digital Camcoder With MemoryStick

Author's Rating:

Pros: Picture quality, features, resolution, MemoryStick, USB, size

Cons: Could be cheaper, issues in low-light conditions

Bottom Line:
At less than $830, the 1-Megapixel TRV25 is a good value. Read More

By: el_guapo
Mar 26, 2003

A Great Feature-Rich Camera

Author's Rating:

Pros: Many Features

Cons: Have to remove it from the tripod to change the tape

Bottom Line:
It is hard to find a better camera with this many features at the Price. Read More

By: iohana
Feb 23, 2003

Sony delivers

Author's Rating:

Pros: Great features, good size, Sony quality

Cons: A bit pricy

Bottom Line:
Good camera, easy to use, great for family and for digital images. Quality product. Read More

By: khchang
Nov 22, 2002

The Sony TRV25 Is An Easy To Use, Great All Around Camera

Author's Rating:

Pros: Small, Great Pictures, Sony Quality, a Complete Package!

Cons: Digital Still Pictures could use a 1 meg boost

Bottom Line:
Does what it should for the beginner but fancy enough for those who want to get creative! Read More

By: kcmule
Aug 9, 2003

A good, solid 1 chip consumer camcorder

Author's Rating:

Pros: excellent color range, fast accurate autozoom, manual exposure controls, easy computer interface

Cons: on board mic, touchy zoom, tiny buttons, low light/indoor quality

Bottom Line:
For an entry level consumer camcorder, the trv-25 makes an excellent choice. Read More

By: danepinion
May 30, 2003

Very satisfied

Author's Rating:

Pros: Small, great video, plenty of features.

Cons: Tape ejects from the bottom, low light capability.

Bottom Line:
Excellent camera. Expect to buy a light and a spare battery. Sony quality. Read More

By: studioki
Sep 21, 2002

Good camera, okay price.

Author's Rating:

Pros: A good quality camera, good picture quality, light weight.

Cons: A little to expensive.

Bottom Line:
If you have the money, you might as well spend it on the best. Its worth it. Read More

By: aramco28
Jan 20, 2003

Sony DCR-TRV25 Camcorder

Author's Rating:

Pros: small, light weight, balanced, good controls, great pictures, good features, easy to use.

Cons: Should come with more memory on memory stick

Bottom Line:
This camcorder comes with excellent instructions and accessaries. Read More

By: ellesboro
Aug 6, 2002

A great Camcorder LOADED with features!

Author's Rating:

Pros: Small, light, quiet, Mega Pixel CCD, digital camera built in, MPEG movie EX, colour viewfinder

Cons: Can't eject tape when on tripod, DV tapes expensive, not good in low light

Bottom Line:
This is a great camcorder, it's loaded with features and is small, light weight, and quiet. It's a high quality and durable of the camcorder. Sony has done it again! Read More

By: acrackl
Nov 1, 2002

Great cam for a beginner like me

Author's Rating:

Pros: Solid build quality, nice video, decent stills (in a pinch), easy to use, good manual

Cons: Poor low light performance, poor quality bundled software, need external mic

Bottom Line:
For a midrange camcorder it is slightly higher priced than competition. However, given the build quality, design and video quality plus features I think it was justified. Read More