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Sony DCR-SR42 30GB Hard Drive Digital Camcorder (0.68MP, 40x Opt, 2000x Dig, 2.7

74

Good
  • Pros
  • Powerful zoom
  • Touch screen eases menu navigation
  • Cons
  • Lacks white balance calibration
  • Low-quality still images
Performance
Video image qualityGood
Still image qualityPoor
Battery lifeTime for the camcorder's battery to go from fully charged to exhausted while recording to tape or disc with the LCD active.Very Good (115 minutes)
Overall designGood
Video/still image recording media types30GB hard drive, Memory Stick Pro Duo card
Image stabilization typeElectronic
Electric viewfinderNo
Manual focusYes
RemoteNo
Flash shoeNo
Inputs/outputsA/V out, USB
Weight (ounces)20
Dimensions (inches)2.9 by 3.5 by 5.6
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User Reviews for Sony DCR-SR42 30GB Hard Drive Digital Camcorder (0.68MP, 40x Opt, 2000x Dig, 2.7

  • Reviewed by: LilaSolosano2

    Duration of ownership: 2 Months

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    Weaknesses:

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  • Reviewed by: schicb01

    Duration of ownership:

    Strengths: Compact, decent video, convenient easy to use

    Weaknesses: IT DIED AFTER 9 MONTHS. I never used it too much in the 9 months I had it. Never abused it, dropped it, let it get wet.

    Overall Evaluation: My camcorder died last week while on vacation. I called SONY, they had me push the reset button, didnt help. Now I need to send it back for repair and pay $102.01. I am quite dissapointed that they dont warranty their products for at least 1 year parts and labor.

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