Sony HDR-UX7

74 reviews

Dec, 2024

Positive
usability (54)
portability (28)
image quality (28)
price (22)
design (15)

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finish (1)
zoom (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 74 reviews of Sony HDR-UX7. The average rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. Reviews about the design and portability are on the whole positive. The price and image quality are also appreciated. Some have doubts about the finish and zoom. There are some mixed comments about the color.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Sony HDR-UX7 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 84/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Sony HDR-UX7

alaTest has collected and analyzed 4 user reviews of Sony HDR-UX7 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 5.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers really like the design and portability. The price and image quality also get good reviews, whereas there are mixed opinions on the durability and color.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Dec, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Sony HDR-UX7

alaTest has collected and analyzed 44 user reviews of Sony HDR-UX7 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the image quality and durability. The design and price also get good reviews, but comments are divided on the size.

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89% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Dec, 2024

Expert review by : Michael Perlman (camcorderinfo.com)

Sony HDR-UX7 Camcorder Review

The HDR-UX7 ($1,000 MSRP) is Sony's crème de la crème DVD camcorder, a 1920 x 1080i high definition powerhouse outfitted with an impressive imager and perhaps the best handling of any Sony this year. The body is hefty, despite the serious slim-down...

Oct, 2007

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Expert review by : Michael Perlman (reviewed.com)

Sony HDR-UX7

Oct, 2007

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Expert review by : 3LUXE (3luxe.com)

Sony HDR-UX7 AVCHD DVD Handycam Camcorder

As you're watching your high definition widescreen TV, have you ever wondered what you or your family and friends would look like in high-def on the big screen? Well, quit wondering and find out if you're movie star material with the Sony HDR-UX7 AVCHD...

Mar, 2007

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Expert review by : Ben Russell (goodgearguide.com.au)

Sony's HDR-UX7

Sony's HDR-UX7 is one of the latest camcorders featuring the AVCHD standard, which allows 1080i HD recordings to be made to DVDs. With the standard ex...

Handles a wide variety of scenes respectably, 1080i delivers sharp and clear images

Some problems with colour reproduction, limited optical zoom

If you're looking for a high definition DVD camcorder, and don't mind having to occasionally work around colour reproduction issues, then the HDR-UX7 is a solid choice.

May, 2007

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Expert review by : Derek Fung (cnet.com.au)

Sony Handycam HDR-UX7

In replacing the HDR-UX1, the HDR-UX7's big news is the higher megapixel count and AU$200 price cut.

Oct, 2010

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Expert review by : StuffTV (stuff.tv)

Sony HDR-UX7 review

Primed to compete with Panasonic's AVCHD clan, the UX7 records straight to DVD for instant viewing on its sidekick, the PS3

Jun, 2007

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Expert review by (gadgetheaven.co.uk)

Sony HDR-UX7E Camcorder Review

Small, lightweight and relatively inexpensive, this AVCHD DVD Handycam features innovative High Definition technology for outstanding video footage that brings your memories to life.

By storing your High Definition pictures on readily-available 8cm DVD discs, it is easy to share and watch your footage over and over again using any AVCHD-compatible Blu-ray player (such as the Playstation 3). In addition, the HDR-UX7E can be...

May, 2012

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Expert review by (pcauthority.com.au)

Sony HDR-UX7

A capable cam that'll take the knocks and matches it rival, the Panasonic HDC-SD1. It can't quite better Canon's HV20 on sheer performance though

Aug, 2008

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Consumer review (shopping.com)

Easy to use! AMAZING!

Amazing camcorder! so simple to use! i'm terrible with fancy technology but this product was a cinch! you'll love it! pricey but well worth it!

Lightweight, Easy to Use, Compact

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Apr, 2010

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Consumer review (ciao.com)

Sony HDR-UX7

Recording and playback of high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) Standard video-on-3-DVD with the HDR-UX7 High Definition Camcorder. The technical quality of the Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T * lens offers incredible clarity. So if you've got...

6.1 megapixels

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Apr, 2009

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