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Sony DCR-SX40 Expert Reviews

Camcorder - widescreen - 680 Kpix - optical zoom: 60 x - supported memory: MS Duo, MS PRO Duo, MS... More product details

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Product Age old Average review date: August 13, 2009 new

Rank 98 

alaSCORE 87

170 reviews

September, 2010

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Review summary for the Sony DCR-SX40

alaTest has collected and analyzed 170 reviews from magazines and websites. People really like the usability. The portability is also appreciated, but many are less positive about the battery.

Experts rate this product 74/100 and users 80/100. We analyzed these ratings, the product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Sony DCR-SX40 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very good quality.

September, 2010

alaSCORE 87

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Sony Handycam DCR-SX41 (silver)

Simple operation ; 60x zoom lens ; small, lightweight design

Soft, digital-artifact-laden video ; noticeable purple fringing on subjects

If internal flash memory, zoom range, and a touch-screen LCD are on your list of needs before video quality, check out the Sony Handycam DCR-SX41.

The Handycam DCR-SX41 is Sony's flash-memory-based standard-definition camcorder. Key specsSony Handycam DCR-SX41Price (MSRP)$299.99Dimensions (WHD)2x2.4x1.3 inchesWeight (with battery and media)10 ouncesStorage capacity, type8GB, flash memory;...

September, 2009

 

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Sony DCR-SX41 Handycam Camcorder Review

By techywacky

If you're looking for an affordable, user-friendly camcorder and aren't too concerned with high quality video, the Sony DCR-SX41 Handycam is worth considering. Although quite simple to look at, its simplicity has a lot to offer. Learn more about the ...

June, 2010

 

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Sony Handycam DCR-SX41

By Matthew Bell

It is easy because of the touch screen-based navigation menu using and the lack of shooting options. If not terribly worried about the quality of video and want a cheap camcorder that is easy to use, we see things and people near and far, and can fit ...

It is true that much better, a video from an HD camera that can cost up to $ 200 - $ 300 more. However, the standard definition video and less demanding on average desktop or laptop computer and edit SD video, cheaper. The Sony Handycam DCR-SX41, you ...

November, 2009

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Sleek Sony camcorder a solid performer

By Chris Jager

THE Sony DCR-SX40 is an entry-level flash memory camcorder that records standard-definition video to memory sticks.

Unlike some standard-definition camcorders we could mention, the Sony DCR-SX40 doesn't skimp on the camera lens. The 39-2340mm (35mm equivalent) Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens is a cut above most entry-level models, which typically sport cheap, low ...

June, 2009

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Sony DCR-SX40 flash memory camcorder

By Chris Jager

The Sony DCR-SX40 is an entry-level flash memory camcorder that records standard-definition video to Memory Sticks. It also has 4GB of extra embedded memory and an impressive 60x optical zoom. Compact, stylish and easy to use, it will primarily suit ...

Good build quality, 60x optical zoom, affordable price

Video quality could be better, poor stills mode

Being an entry-level model, the Sony DCR-SX40’s feature set leans towards the user-friendly (read: automatic). Hidden within the intuitive touch-screen menu are all the usual Sony bells and whistles, including adjustable shutter speed (1/3-1/3500), ...

April, 2009

 

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Sony DCR-SX40 review

By Chris Jager

The Sony DCR-SX40 is an entry-level flash memory camcorder that records standard-definition video to Memory Sticks.

The Sony DCR-SX40 camcorder offers a solid performance for the asking price. Its primary strength lies in its user-friendly interface, followed by its sleek good looks and 60x optical zoom lens.

April, 2009

 

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Sony DCR-SX40 review

By Chris Jager

Entry-level flash memory camcorder, the Sony DCR-SX40, records standard-definition video to Memory Sticks.

The Sony DCR-SX40 is an entry-level flash memory camcorder that records standard-definition video to Memory Sticks.

April, 2009

 

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Sony DCRSX40 Camcorder and Specs

This Palm-Sized Sony DCRSX40 camcorder has a professional-quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens with a 60X optical zoom. The DCRSX40 also offers Hybrid high-resolution recording to



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Sony DCR-SX40 Camcorder and Specs

The Sony DCR-SX40 is a palm sized camcorder, which offers Hybrid recording to either 4GB of embedded memory or optional memory stick media. Some other



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Sony DCR-SX41 Camcorder and Specs

The Sony DCR-SX41 camcorder supports Hybrid recording to Memory Stick media or onto its 8GB of internal memory. This camcorder also offers a Professional quality



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