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Sony DCR-HC85 Camcorders

Sony Handycam DCR-HC85 Mini DV Camcorder

When image quality matters most, choose the DCR-HC85 MiniDV Handycam® Camcorder from Sony. It features a 1/3.6" advanced HAD™ CCD imager... 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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Manufacturer: Sony
Product MPN
MPN DCR-HC85#US
Key Features
Camcorder Type   What is "Camcorder Type"? Digital
Recording Format   What is "Recording Format"? Mini DV
Recording System   What is "Recording System"? NTSC
Sensor Quantity   What is "Sensor Quantity"? 1
Memory Still Resolution 1.92 Megapixels
Optical Zoom   What is "Optical Zoom"? 10x
Weight 1.44 lb.
CCD
Sensor Quantity   What is "Sensor Quantity"? 1
Sensor Size 1/3.6"
Number of Pixels   What is "Number of Pixels"? 2110K pixels
LCD / Viewfinder
Display Type   What is "Display Type"? With LCD Screen
LCD Panel Size   What is "LCD Panel Size"? 3.5 in.
Color Viewfinder   What is "Color Viewfinder"? With Color Viewfinder
Lens
Optical Zoom   What is "Optical Zoom"? 10x
Digital Zoom   What is "Digital Zoom"? 120x
Lens Focal Length 4.5 - 45 mm
Filter Diameter 37 mm
Video Modes
Recording Speed   What is "Recording Speed"? SP • LP
Image Stabilizer   What is "Image Stabilizer"? With Image Stabilizer
Low Lux   What is "Low Lux"? 7 Lux
Night Shot   What is "Night Shot"? With Night Shot
Audio
Audio Format   What is "Audio Format"? 12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo Audio
Memory Photography
Memory Card Type   What is "Memory Card Type"? Memory Stick Duo
Digital Still Shot Mode   What is "Digital Still Shot Mode"? With Still Shot Capability
Memory Still Resolution 1.92 Megapixels
Max Still Image Size   What is "Max Still Image Size"? 1600 x 1200
MPEG Movie Mode   What is "MPEG Movie Mode"? Without 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 • USB
Microphone Type External/Optional
Power Supply
Battery Type   What is "Battery Type"? Proprietary Lithium
Battery Life   What is "Battery Life"? 1.33 Hours
Dimensions
Width 2.44 in.
Depth 6.5 in.
Height 3.5 in.
Weight 1.44 lb.
Warranty
Warranty 1 Year
Miscellaneous
Family Line Sony Handycam
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
UPC 027242646780
Review Summary
6 Reviews from Epinions.com
Overall Rating: 3.5/5 stars  
Ease of Use: 4
Durability: 3
Battery Life: 3
Movie Quality: 4
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By: allenthewizz
Jan 14, 2006

SONY DCR-HC85

Author's Rating: 5/5 stars  

Pros: EVERYTHING!

Cons: BOTTOM TAPE LOADING...HOW SAD


By: wsmunch
Aug 21, 2004

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

Author's Rating: 4/5 stars  

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


By: spoonieluvv
Dec 27, 2004

This camera has been great

Author's Rating: 4/5 stars  

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


By: kharin
Sep 1, 2005

Sony Handycam DCR-HC85 Whats the Real Deal

Author's Rating: 4/5 stars  

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


By: kartalidis
Feb 2, 2006

A classic design excellent quality camera

Author's Rating: 4/5 stars  

Pros: xxl touch panel lcd, flash, carl zeiss optics rock, quality, manual focus ring

Cons: some digital noise, only 8mb ms duo inside, no ilink(firewire) inside


By: mrdan27611
Feb 26, 2005

Stay away from this camera, it has quality problems.

Author's Rating: 1/5 stars  

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.



 
 

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