Sony HDR-XR260V/B

Sony HDR-XR260V/B
alaScore 89

60 reviews

May, 2013

alaTest has collected and analyzed 60 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the resolution and image quality. The portability and zoom are also mentioned favorably, but there are some mixed comments about the battery.

usability, zoom, portability, image quality, resolution

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Sony HDR-XR260V/B is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very good quality.

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(Based on 60 reviews)

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Amazon review summary for the Sony HDR-XR260V/B

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 13 user reviews of the Sony HDR-XR260V/B from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

85% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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Very Nice Camera

 

Great camera, great video, conveniently easy to download video to PC computer and then immediately watch (one more reason to stay away from MAC computers). Be sure to set camera to progressive scan vs interlaced scan - this made a BIG difference in...

size, hard drive, high def, touch screen, 5.1 sound

stock battery is a little too small

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Better than the average camera.

 

Camera works flawless runs smooth and operation is a snap. picture quality out of the box is hands down better than any mid to low priced ($250) dollar models, had the jvc one which is not even close to this sony, get what you pay for !!! Stays in...

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Great camera for all occassions.

 

I enjoy my Camcorder. It is easy to operate however, I think if the record light indicator would change to green when recording images, it would help when you glance at the screen and don't remember if you touched the record button.

Takes clear images and is easy to operate

The record indicator

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Excellent camera, but we'll see about editing...

 

I've not used the camera a great deal yet, but so far, the "raw" product is exceptional--sharp, easy to use, many excellent features.However, I'm new to the AVHCD format. And the so-called editing either in the camera or the one you are encouraged to...

easy to use, clear, outstanding HD

to be continued as to how easy or not it will be to use serious editing programs, such as Pinnacle

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Convenient for travel, large storage

 

This camcorder is smaller than previous versions and has lots of storage for continuous use. Love the large screen. Turns on and off automatically when opening the screen. Never forget to turn off after use. Super convenient!

Easy to Use ; Good Image Stabilization ; Great Picture Quality ; Great Sound ; Great Zoom ; Large Clear LCD ; Zoom range/performance

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Convenient for travel, large storage

 

This camcorder is smaller than previous versions and has lots of storage for continuous use. Love the large screen. Turns on and off automatically when opening the screen. Never forget to turn off after use. Super convenient!

Easy to Use ; Good Image Stabilization ; Great Picture Quality ; Great Sound ; Great Zoom ; Large Clear LCD ; Zoom range/performance

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Sony video to IMAC - IMOVIE

 

The product it self is very nice, and one of the best we have purchased. However, now knowing how difficult and time consuming it is to try and get it to sync with our IMAC, I am contemplating returning it. It does look very good on our TV with great...

Very nice camera to handle and work

Very very difficult to try get your video onto IMOVIE on our IMAC

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Pretty sweet camera

 

I bought this camera for mainly outdoor use for sports (snowboarding, four wheeling, etc.) and i was really impressed with the video quality as well as the ease of use for the settings. There is a ton of settings for video that you can choose from....

Video Quality, Storage, Easy to Use

Battery Life

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No Remote Control - Do not buy!

 

To my surprise this camera HDR-XR260v does not have remote control capability. Hard to believe that in 2012, a device that can connect to a TV does not have remote control capability but this is true for this product. Do not buy! Say you go on vacation...

Product Specifications

Configuration

3 Chip Technic: No
Chip Type:CMOS
Image Stabiliser:Optical Image Stabiliser
Sensor Size:1/3.9''

Connectivity

Digital Input: Yes
Firewire IEEE-1394 Interface: No
HDMI: Yes
HDMI PORT: Yes
Type of Memory Stick Interface :MS Pro-HG / MS Pro
Type of SD Card Interface :SD/ SDHC/ SDXC Card
USB: Yes
USB Interface: Yes
WiFi Connectivity: No
Wireless Interface: No

General Features

3D: No
Format:HDD
Handheld Position:Horizontal
Product Type:Camcorder
Resolution:Full HD
Type:Camcorder

Lens

Longest Shutter Speed in s:1/8
Shortest Shutter Speed in s:1/10000

Recording

Face Detection Mode:Face + Smile Detection
HD Video Format:AVCHD
Recording Format:16:9 / 4:3
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