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Sony DCR-TRV280 Digital8 Handycam Camcorder w/20x Optical Zoom

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Manufacturer: Sony
Catalog: Photography
Media: Electronics
Model: DCRTRV280
Ean: 0027242666627
Upc: 027242666627
Floppy Disk Description: None
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Key features:
  • 1/6-inch CCD imager with 290K effective pixels
  • Digital8 format records digital audio and video comparable to MiniDV on affordable Hi8 tapes
  • 20x optical zoom with SteadyShot picture-stabilization system
  • 2.5-inch SwivelScreen LCD
  • NightShot Plus Infrared System captures natural-looking video in low light
Professional Review:
Now you won't miss a moment on those special occasions when you "do-it-in digital". Sony's new DCR-TRV280 Digital8 Handycam camcorder gives you incredibly clear videos, night or day. Thanks to the easy access record and zoom buttons on the LCD frame and the special SteadyShot feature that reduces the effect of camera shake, your videos are always smooth even if you need to move as you shoot. NighShot plus uses infrared light so your camcorder catches all the action, even in total darkness. And when you make the move from director to editor, Sony's Picture Package software and USB Streaming let you record, edit and send your movies to family & friends, whether it's via e-mail, video CD. Or you use the new "Click to DVD" feature with select Sony VAIO computers to preserve your memories forever on DVD. Make the move to movies and enjoy the results with the easy-to-use TRV280 Handycam camcorder from Sony.

User Reviews:
 Rating 3   Written on October 28, 2007
   Summary: Lacks one essential (to me) feature
The camera is fine, but it won't play back video recorded on Sony 8mm. Unfortunately, I specifically needed it to ensure access to my pre-2002 archives. I'm including this info, just to make sure that others like me don't inconvenience the seller.

 Rating 4   Written on October 25, 2007
   Summary: Basic Digital 8 with Sony Quality
We bought this just to have access to our old digital 8 tapes after our other more featured but outdated Sony failed. We therefore wanted a low cost camcorder. This camera nicely meets that need

 Rating 1   Written on October 22, 2007
   Summary: Not what's pictured - still
If you think that you'll get what is pictured on this page (the camera bag, extra battery and tapes, etc), forget it. It is nearly a month since I returned this item because I did not receive what was pictured, and the FALSE picture is still up on Amazon's website. Customer 'service' excused this false representation by saying that you always have to carefully read the written description of the product you're buying, not rely on the photo. If that is so, why do they have photos at all? This totally defies the building of trust for online buying. Also, even though Amazon received this product back on October 1st, 2007, they have still not as of today refunded the purchase price to my credit card. Once I do finally get my refund posted to my credit card, I am going to cancel my Amazon account of nearly 8 years. Everything about Amazon has gone down hill as it has gotten bigger. There are other places to buy everything they offer, and in most cases the prices are lower and the service is better, and now it would seem as well, the items are more accurately represented. Although Amazon has not removed the false picture of the merchandise yet, lets see if they remove this post.

 Rating 4   Written on September 27, 2007
   Summary: Nice camera
Given that I've not used the camera a lot, yet, it seems to be very good--nice picture quality, especially in low light. I like the large viewscreen, but find the on/off slide button a bit badly placed ergonomically. It's heavier than I expected and given that I have small hands, sometimes it's too cumbersome.

I've only downloaded once to my computer and while it went fairly smoothly (though not as "transparent" as I would have preferred), the playback was jerky. That's part of the reason I haven't been using it much... I guess you could say I'm a bit too hassled right now to try to figure out why. I don't doubt there's an easy solution.

For the price, it's a good camera, but if you want something light and easily handled, I'd recommend going with something else.


 Rating 5   Written on September 7, 2007
   Summary: Great Deal
I finally gave up on my old Video camera since I can't buy batteries for it any more, and bought this Handycam. (Comsumer Report liked it, I listen to them) It is easy to use and has nice pictures. Very good price too. I like Amazon, they deliver fast and have everything I could ever be needing. I always look here first and find it fast. Thanks, Mossy

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Upc027242666627027242642430027242666597027242643208
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