Sony Handycam HDR-TG5V

alaTest has collected and analyzed 46 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the resolution and image quality. The portability and design also get good reviews, whereas the connectivity and value for money get critical opinions.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Sony Handycam HDR-TG5V is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 82/100 = Very good quality.

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Sony HDR-TG5V

 

Based on the HDR-TG5V's diminutive size, some folks might be tempted to think of Sony's new ultra-compact HD Handycam as being little more than a Flip with an inflated price tag. But that's just not so. This little marvel of consumer-grade camcorder...

Great quality HD video; advanced functions usually found only in full-sized camcorders; clever minimalist design

Expensive; average bundled software; touchscreen controls for exposure and manual focus ; are slower to access than physical buttons

Sleek, svelte, and a snap to use, the only serious problem with the HDR-TG5V is its price.

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Sony HDR-TG5V

 

A very minor upgrade over last year's HDR-TG1

Decent low light results; Motion and sharpness weren’t bad

They weren’t exactly good, either; Dock needed for HDMI connection

The HDR-TG5V is a bit overpriced for what you get—a mid-range camcorder with a high-end price tag. Now, it isn’t quite as expensive as most top-line models, but with an MSRP of $999, the HDR-TG5V is not for people on a budget.

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Sony Handycam HDR-TG5V Camcorder Review

 

In most ways, the Sony HDR-TG5V ($999 MSRP) is a very minor upgrade over last year's HDR-TG1. It has the same sensor and lens, but has been outfitted with a new menu system, a redesigned LCD touchscreen, and includes 16GB of internal flash memory. Sony...

The HDR-TG5V is a bit overpriced for what you get-a mid-range camcorder with a high-end price tag. Now, it isn't quite as expensive as most top-line models, but with an MSRP of $999, the HDR-TG5V is not for people on a budget

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Amazon review summary for the Sony Handycam HDR-TG5V

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 31 user reviews of the Sony Handycam HDR-TG5V from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

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81% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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Nice features but not up to par

 

I purchased this handycam because I hate carrying bulky cameras. The device does the job and is good quality Sony product. It is lightweight and easily fits in a pocket. So why did I give only three stars. The video function is good. However, the...

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Horrible Audio and Indoor video!!!!

 

I bought 3 for my inde film project. Horrible audio and indoor video. Nice outside video anyway. It's only good for kids&travel.

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Awesome little product

 

The best Handycam i ever had. Its so sleek yet sturdy. Its made of Titanium and the shell is very strong and of superior quality. The display is crisp and clear. It does not come with a SD card but has a built in 4 hrs worth recording space in HD. Only...

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Awesome little product

 

The best Handycam i ever had. Its so sleek yet sturdy. Its made of Titanium and the shell is very strong and of superior quality. The display is crisp and clear. It does not come with a SD card but has a built in 4 hrs worth recording space in HD.

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Good, small-sized camcorder and camera

 

I received this camera new and it took only a few minutes to get it up and running. The included battery was dead, so I let it charge completely. The on-screen menu was simple and easy to setup and configure. If you have big hands like I do, then you...

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Good, small-sized camcorder and camera

 

I received this camera new and it took only a few minutes to get it up and running. The included battery was dead, so I let it charge completely. The on-screen menu was simple and easy to setup and configure.

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Product Specifications

Record brilliant, 1920 x 1080 high definition video on the go with the ultra-portable Sony HDR-TG5V Handycam camcorder, with a strong and lightweight pure titanium body and a built-in GPS receiver that maps where you shot your videos and photos and can display your current location, the HDR-TG5V makes an ideal travel companion.

Audio Input

Microphone Operation Mode:Stereo
Microphone Technology:Electret condenser
Type:Microphone

Battery

Battery Form Factor:Manufacturer specific
Manufacturer Battery Name:Sony NP-FH50

Camcorder Features

High Definition Video Support:1080i
Low Lux / Night Mode: Yes
Widescreen Video Capture: Yes

Camera Flash

Type:Built-in flash

Digital Camera

Supported Flash Memory:Memory Stick Duo / Memory Stick PRO Duo / Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:2.4in
Height:4.6in
Weight:10.2oz
Width:1.2in

Display (Projector)

Diagonal Size:2.7in
Diagonal Size (metric):6.9cm
Display Form Factor:Rotating
Technology:TFT active matrix
Type:LCD display

Exposure Parameters

Shooting Programs:Beach / Candle / Fireworks / Landscape / Portrait mode / Snow / Spotlight / Sunrise / Sunset / Twilight mode / Twilight portrait

Flash Memory

Form Factor:Integrated
Storage Capacity:16GB

Header

Manufacturer:Sony
Model:HDR-TG5V
Packaged Quantity:1
Product Line:Sony Handycam

Lens System

Lens Aperture:F/1.8-2.3
Max Focal Length:32mm
Min Focal Length:3.2mm
Optical Zoom:10
Type:Zoom lens

Optical Sensor

Camcorder Effective Still Resolution:2Megapixel
Camcorder Effective Video Resolution:1.43Mpix
Camcorder Sensor Resolution:2.36Mpix
Optical Sensor Size:1/5"
Optical Sensor Size (metric):5.1 mm ( 1/5 ) / 5.1 mm ( 1/5" )
Optical Sensor Type:ClearVid CMOS
Sensor Qty:1CMOS

Optical System

Image Stabilizer:Electronic (Steady Shot)

Storage Floppy Drive

Type: None

Video Input

Digital Scene Transition:Black fader / White fader
Digital Video Format:AVCHD / MPEG-2
Digital Zoom:120
Face Detection: Yes
Media Type:Flash card
Shooting Modes:Digital photo mode
Still Image Format:JPEG
Type:Camcorder
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