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Review summary for the Sony DCR-DVD650

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 108 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the usability.

Experts rate this product 66/100 and users 74/100. We analyzed these ratings, the product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Sony DCR-DVD650 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 84/100 = Very good quality.

September, 2010

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Sony DCR-DVD650

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Simple operation ; records to DVDs or Memory Stick flash media

Soft video ; noticeable purple fringing on subjects ; DVDs not ideal storage medium

The Sony Handycam DCR-DVD650 offers an all-in-one, on-the-go way to capture standard-def video and burn it to a DVD, but hard-disk-drive and flash-memory models are otherwise a better option.

About the only advantage camcorders like the Sony Handycam DCR-DVD650 have is...

October, 2009

 

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Camcorder Reviews - Sony DCR-DVD650 DVD Handycam Camcorder

By Ryan B. Smith (ezinearticles.com)Read the full review

While camcorder vendors the world over are making the move towards camcorders that use flash memory as their media of choice, Sony offers a compromise with it's Sony DCR-DVD650 which offers users the ability to use either 3-inch DVD's or Sony's Memory ...

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User Reviews (104)

I freaking Love this camera."

By xxcjfshoxx (cnet.com)Read the full review

AWESOME CAMERA 

Its a great camera. really easy to use. Quality is really good. Some people think its good for "starters" but if you really need a camera then you need to get this camera. I film skateboarding videos everyday and nothing bad has happend

It doesnt focus automatically all the time but it fixes it self

June, 2010

 

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"Good starter camcorder"

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Like most electronics that you buy today, the... 

Easy to use, easy to learn. Available accessories are nice. Software is easy to use too

Software can make XP unstable due to conflict with HP software. It is fussy about the 8 gig memory cards, but most 4 gigs will work with no problem. Almost have to buy the sony 8gig if ya want maximum memory. NO discription of software on package

March, 2010

 

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"Good starter camcorder"

By wizardofsnog (cnet.com)Read the full review

Like most electronics that you buy today, the... 

Easy to use, easy to learn. Available accessories are nice. Software is easy to use too

Software can make XP unstable due to conflict with HP software. It is fussy about the 8 gig memory cards, but most 4 gigs will work with no problem. Almost have to buy the sony 8gig if ya want maximum memory. NO discription of software on package

March, 2010

 

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Manufacturer's Description

Simple shooting and playback on DVD with powerful 60x optical zoom. SteadyShot image stabilization, plus face index and film roll index for easy searches through footage.It's like packing a telescope with your camcorder. This incredible 60x zoom range makes sure that distant subjects fill the frame. You've never seen such amazing, detail-packed close-ups.You don't want to be distracted by background chatter, rustling leaves and other off-camera noises when you're focused on your subject...

Sony DCR-DVD650

Sony DCR-DVD650 Details

Manufacturer's Description

Simple shooting and playback on DVD with powerful 60x optical zoom. SteadyShot image stabilization, plus face index and film roll index for easy searches through footage.It's like packing a telescope with your camcorder. This incredible 60x zoom range makes sure that distant subjects fill the frame. You've never seen such amazing, detail-packed close-ups.You don't want to be distracted by background chatter, rustling leaves and other off-camera noises when you're focused on your subject. This super-smart microphone zooms in on the action when you do, letting you see - and hear - everything in close-up.With hours of footage stored on your camcorder, it can be hard tracking down a particular scene. Face index helps you find shots containing faces in an instant. Film roll index cuts longer recordings into shorter 'chapters', making it quicker and easier to find the right moment.Everyone knows the frustration of fumbling for your camcorder when something amazing happens... And then it's too late. Flip open the LCD screen and you're ready to start shooting in a fraction of a second. Standby battery drain is super-low, so you can always be ready to catch that special moment.It's easy to manage your video clips and photos with picture motion browser for your PC - included free with your camcorder. Sort, search and browse through all your clips and photos in an instant. Burn them to disc, email to friends or upload to social networking sites with a few clicks.

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