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Sony Handycam DCR-HC36 MiniDV Digital Camcorder (.68MP, 20x Opt, 800x Dig, 2.5

75

Good
Performance
Video image qualityGood
Still image qualityPoor
Battery life: Time for the camcorder's battery to go from fully charged to exhausted while recording to tape or disc with the LCD active.Good (100 minutes)
Video recording media typeMiniDV
Still image recoding media typeMemory Stick Pro Duo
Still-image maximum resolution (megapixels)0.7
Image stabilization typeElectronic
Viewfinder typeColor
Inputs/outputsFireWire, USB 2.0, composite, S-Video
Weight (ounces)15
Dimensions (inches)2.6 by 3.1 by 4.5
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User Reviews for Sony Handycam DCR-HC36 MiniDV Digital Camcorder (.68MP, 20x Opt, 800x Dig, 2.5

  • Reviewed by: snowyhaha

    Duration of ownership:

    Strengths: easy to use; good video quality,small easy to carry around, night mode

    Weaknesses: short battery life

    Overall Evaluation: I got this cam and have had ZERO problems with the camera itself. I love the night light feature. Video quality is GREAT... Sounds is GREAT... Only problem I had was I turned it off twice while trying to ZOOM... Software that comes with it is soo soo....I'd look for other software to edit with.

  • Reviewed by: lisbonrebello

    Duration of ownership:

    Strengths: Easy to operate. Affordable, 800x Digital Zoom, 20X Optical zoom, also a slot for Memory Stick PRO. Lightweight

    Weaknesses: None

    Overall Evaluation: Great Value for money. Mini DV affordable and easily avaliable also lasts longer. Also provision for Memory Stick Pro n Duo. Easy to operate. Good Features.Just a class apart.

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