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Sony Handycam HDR-XR100

Sony Handycam HDR-XR100
alaScore 82

89 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 89 reviews of Sony Handycam HDR-XR100. The average rating for this product is 3.6/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. Reviewers really like the design and size. The image quality and portability are also mentioned favorably. Reviews are divided on the price, and many are critical about the viewfinder and durability.

usability, portability, image quality, size, design

durability, viewfinder

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Sony Handycam HDR-XR100 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 82/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Sony Handycam HDR-XR100

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 56 user reviews of Sony Handycam HDR-XR100 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com. People really like the design and size. The image quality and usability also get good feedback. Views are divided on the price. Some have doubts about the durability and viewfinder.

portability, usability, image quality, size, design

viewfinder, durability

70% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com)

Sony Handycam HDR-XR100 review: Sony Handycam HDR-XR100

 

Sony Handycam HDR-XR100

Relatively fast start-up; comfortable design.

So-so video quality for HD; annoying touch screen and interface.

While it's a perfectly serviceable HD camcorder, the Sony Handycam HDR-XR100 should deliver a little more of everything for the money.

Jul, 2009

Expert review by : yuga (yugatech.com)

Sony HDR-XR100 Handycam

 

Sony's entry-level HD video camera makes good in its promise of high definition footage but lacked some key features I thought should have been included. Let me share some of the footage and shots I got with the Sony HDR-XR100 Handycam.

Apr, 2009

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

Sony Handycam HDR-XR100

 

While it's a perfectly serviceable HD camcorder, the Sony Handycam HDR-XR100 should deliver a little more of everything for the money.

Relatively fast start-up ; Comfortable design

So-so video quality for HD ; Annoying touchscreen and interface

If you're looking to spend about AU$1500 on an HD camcorder, there are a few decent alternatives, like the Panasonic HDC-HS20 or JVC GZ-HD320, you might want to consider before shelling out for the just alright Sony Handycam HDR-XR100. If you can...

Sep, 2009

Consumer review (dell.com)

Nice

 

This camcorder has an awesome picture and is very easy to use. The menu options are great. The battery life is much better than expected.The only con's are this camcorder does not work well in low light. There is no built in light, and the software...

Sep, 2009

Consumer review (sony.com)

Great camera with great results

 

First I use this camera at the fireworks (NY), once you change the setting from normal to "Fireworks" the video was incredible clear with no other views but the fireworks. I use Final Cut Pro (100% Mac compatible) to edit it with great result to my...

Mac compatible, easy of use

screen selection, external len cover

Jul, 2009

Consumer review (dell.com)

2 for 1 deal!

 

I was looking for a camcorder but I wanted a digital camera as well and now I got the best of both worlds, got a baby on the way and I didn't want to miss a moment of my child growning up! This camcorder is very easy to use and so simple A CAVEMAN...

Jun, 2009

Consumer review (dell.com)

First camcorder

 

This was our first camcorder purchase. Not knowing alot about camcorders, this model made it very easy to understand and gives excellent results. The HD quality takes pictures and movies to another level. I highly recommend this to anyone looking to...

Jun, 2009

Consumer review (dell.com)

HDR-XR100 Hi Def Camcorder

 

I am impressed with most everything about this Hi Def Camcorder. It has more hard drive space (80GB) than most digital camcorders and will also accept SD & SCHC cards which makes it easy to shoot to the SD card and then download directly to your...

May, 2009

Consumer review (dell.com)

Sony Handycam HDR-XR100 High Definition 80 GB 120X Zoom Digital Camcorder - MSRP: $699.99

 

This item is light weight and very easy to use. You can take pictures and produce movies at the same time.

May, 2009

Consumer review (sony.com)

Compatible with Mac!

 

"Haven't used this camera much since it's so new, but the most important thing I'd like to share- since there is a lot of conflicting information out there- is that this is campatible with a Mac. I love Sony products and I love my Mac with iMovie, so I...

Great features and compatible with Mac

Would like to have the automatic open/close lens cover

Apr, 2009

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