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Sony DCR HC38 Reviews
Camcorder - 680 Kpix - optical zoom: 40 x - Mini DV More product details
$206.99
The MiniDV format is being ushered out of the camcorder world at an alarming rate as DVD and hard... (reviewed.com)
The MiniDV format is being ushered out of the camcorder world at an alarming rate as DVD and hard... (washingtonpost.com)
alaTest Review Summary for Sony DCR HC38
We have collected and analyzed 6 expert reviews and 76 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 45/100 and users rate it 80/100. The average review date is October 17, 2007. We have compared these reviews to 104854 reviews from other Camcorders. The alaScore™ for this product is 80/100 = Very good. Last update: November 21, 2009.
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82 reviews
November, 2009
6 Experts
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76 Users
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Rank 577
from $206.99
Expert Reviews (6)
Review summary for the Sony DCR HC38
alaTest has collected and analyzed 82 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the image. The memory also impresses, but many are less positive about the usability.
Image, Memory, Design, Color
Usability, Control panel, Connectivity, Viewfinder
Experts rate this product 45/100 and users 80/100. We analyzed these ratings, the product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders, the Sony DCR HC38 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 80/100 = Very Godd quality.
Sony DCR-HC38
The MiniDV format is being ushered out of the camcorder world at an alarming rate as DVD and hard disk drive (HDD) camcorders rapidly take over the market. It appears Sony is aware of this trend, for its middle-of-the-road MiniDV model, the DCR-HC38, ...
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Sony DCR-HC38 Camcorder Review - Sony MiniDV Camcorders
The Sony DCR-HC38 is a tiny step up from Sony's actual entry-level, the HC28. The primary difference, a 40x optical zoom, may actually be the most compelling reason to buy it. The manufacturers know that people respond to big numbers, and 40x is about ...
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User Reviews (76)
Handycam for Everyone !!!
...the land of the Sakura, Sony always makes the best products due to their lifelong expertise and dedication to perfection. About Handycam "Handycam" is the term referred by Sony to mention their prosumer Video Camera Recorder series of products. It cons...
Ease of Use, High Quailty Product
Basic Functions
Basic Handycam by Sony
...is a "basic" version of Sony Handycam line of products. It offers a standard 40x optical zoom, a miniDV recorder and a nightshot plus mode. Why basic? because it offers the most basic functions of a handycam - to record a movie, and it still uses the o...
Has all the basic functions needed
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Sony Handycam fanatic!
My mum bought this cute handy camcorder last year. She's a gadget buff and don't want to be left behind with the trend. Although its a little bit pricey she considers it a treasure and we too agreed to that. It's handy yet classy, very convenient to use i...
compact design, light, classy
little bit pricey
Manufacturer's Description
Powerful capture and versatile use make the DCR-HC38 MiniDV Handycam the ideal camcorder for any occasion. No matter where you are, the 40x optical/2000x digital zoom always lets you be right in the middle of the action. Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens and Super SteadyShot built-in image stabilization make every frame perfect. And the 2.5" touch panel LCD monitor makes sure you see it all, no matter what environment you're in. For dimly lit areas, the NightShot Plus feature keeps your video...
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