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Sony Handycam HDR-SR12 120GB Camcorder

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Sony Handycam HDR-SR12 120GB Camcorder

Complete the picture. The HDR-SR12 Handycam camcorder delivers an incredible, Full HD 1920 x 1080 high definition video package built around an internal 120GB hard disk drive. A professional-quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens and ClearVid CMOS sensor (with Exmor technology) and BIONZ image processor let you capture crisp, detailed video and still images. Additionally, Super SteadyShot optical image stabilization and Face Detection technology help reduce blur, increase color and contrast, and make everyone look their best.

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Sony Handycam HDR-SR12 120GB Camcorder

Lens Features
Filter Diameter	37 mm
Digital Zoom	150 X
Max Aperture	1.8 1/f
Min Focal Length	4.9 mm
Focus Features	Auto Focus|Manual Focus|Spot Focus
Optical Zoom	12 X
Max Focal Length	58.8 mm

More Info
URL	http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10551&storeId=10151&langId=-1&productId=8198552921665291496

General Features
Additional Features	Backlight Compensation|Built-in Speaker|Fader Function|PictBridge Support|Touch Screen|Viewfinder
LCD Screen Size	3.2 in
Included Components	AC Adapter|Battery|Battery Recharger|Cables - A/V (RCA Composite)|Cables - Component Video|Cables - USB|Docking / Cradle Stand|Editing Software|External Battery Pack|Remote
Interface Connection	A/V Output|Component Video|HDMI|LANC Terminal|Mic|Proprietary|S-Video|USB - Universal Serial Bus
Built-in Memory	120 GB

Image Capture
Image Format	JPEG
Max Vertical Image Resolution	2760 pixels
Max Horizontal Image Resolution	3680 pixels
Flash Characteristics	Built-in Auto Flash|Flash Cancel (Off)|Forced / Fill Flash|Red-Eye Reduction

Image Processor
Image Sensor	CMOS
Image Sensor Quantity	1
Image Sensor Size	0.33 in

Warranty
Warranty Information	1 Year Limited Warranty

Dimensions
Depth	5.5 in
Weight	22 oz
Width	3.375 in
Height	3 in

Power
Power Source	DC Input|Lithium-Ion Battery

General
Crutchfield	Yes
Merchants (Images)	Electronic Imaging

Exposure Controls
Exposure Settings	Auto Exposure|Multiple Program Modes
White Balance	Auto|Preset Modes

Video Recording
Maximum Video Capture Resolution	1920 x 1080
Image Stabilization	Optical
Video Broadcast Standards	NTSC (analog)
Minimum Shutter Speed	250 1/x sec.
Video Capture Format	MPEG-2|MPEG-4
Recording Media	Internal Storage|Memory Stick Duo|Memory Stick PRO Duo
Maximum Shutter Speed	30 1/x sec.
Audio Support	5.1 Surround Sound|Dolby Digital / AC3
Minimum Lux Rating	5

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  Reviewed by: jpn6689

  08-09-08

  Duration of ownership: 4 Days

  Strengths: Out of the box Mac Compatibility, extra large touch LCD display, Crystal Clear HD video, better than average still photos

  Weaknesses:advertises 10 megapixel still photos - actually is 5

  Overall Evaluation: This is by far the finest consumer level camcorder available. I was considering purchasing either this camera or the Canon HF100/HF10. Both of the Canon models are fine cameras, but this camera has some definite advantages including a massive hard drive for on-board storage, extra large touchscreen display, Sony Bravia sync capabilities, etc. Quality is crystal clear. Out of the box integration with Mac is also superb. After shooting both video and photos, I simply plugged the camcorder in via USB 2.0 and was able to open the video in iMovie within seconds. No convoluted conversions necessary. If you are looking for a fantastic camera with all the space and features you could want, look no further...

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  Reviewed by: KarlS

  07-03-08

  Duration of ownership: 1 Months

  Strengths: Terrific HD and SD video

  Weaknesses:Software is complicated; manuals not intuitive.

  Overall Evaluation: I have finally become my father. I'm geezing. This is just a fabulous camcorder, but I'm way over my head trying to get my videos onto my PC and then burning the correct format DVDs to share with friends/family. Reading the "quick start" guide plus the PDF-format owner's manual on the included CD... almost made my head explode. And I've had a camcorder of various media and every type of film and digital cam in my hands since they were so big you needed a friend to help carry the components. I feel like I've traded my soul to the devil to get the latest/greatest technology. Of course, now I'm getting the, "I told you so!!" from my wife. I guess I should've accepted the simplicity (although less perfect video compression) of the last-most-current media recording directly to mini-DVDs in the camcorder. Yikes!

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  Reviewed by: whinsch

  05-29-08

  Duration of ownership: 3 Months

  Strengths: HD, 10mp Camera, large drive, large screen

  Weaknesses:price

  Overall Evaluation: If you want a camcorder that can just about do it all, this is it. It does 3 levels of standard definition and 2 of HD (AVCHD format). I use the highest standard definition which is like the lower HD. The reason is sharing of home movies on dvd - not many have AVCHD-compatible players.The camcorder has lots of features - steadyshot, night shot, good zoom, etc. The camera replaced my 10 megapixel one - now I truly have a quality all-in-one. Just be careful what memory stick you use - it has to be HD compatible (new) or else you will constantly get a warning when trying to take photos.Movies are in MPEG 2 files for transfer to other media. You need a pc or Sony's standalone DVD drive to transfer from the camcorder hard drive which, at high standard definition, will hold about 30 hours of video.The major drawback is cost, but if you want everything it has to offer, you pay. Probably the best Sony camcorder I've had.

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  Reviewed by: wk9330

  05-23-08

  Duration of ownership: 10 Days

  Strengths: Good size, HD image quality, Huge hard drive, image stabilization, Quality still camera fuction

  Weaknesses:Price, Software

  Overall Evaluation: I got mine about 10 days ago. Since then, I have been exploring this one with pleasure. Before I buy, I tried to read the reviews available on the website. I decided to buy after reading some of strengths I mentioned above. So far so good.. I really like it's HD quality image and quality photo image. Still I am in the initial use stage, but I am pretty sure I will be happy I got this cam., as I will explore more features it could offer.

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  Reviewed by: ashutosh_rv

  05-21-08

  Duration of ownership: 1

  Strengths: Small size,Compact features,Video Quality

  Weaknesses:Software is bit complecated

  Overall Evaluation: I bought this Camcorder after a long wait from Dbuys.com.I have not yet used the full functionality of camcorder but at initial use is awsome.Camcorder is small and very good picture Quality.I am happy with this purchase.

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