Customer Reviews for Sony 4.0MP Handycam Camcorder with 40GB Hard Disk Drive and 2.7" Color LCD Monitor
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Sony 4.0MP Handycam Camcorder with 40GB Hard Disk Drive and 2.7" Color LCD Monitor
Model: DCR-SR200
SKU: 8208771
UPC: 027242712409
Easily transfer stunning still photos and lifelike video from this compact camcorder to your TV with the included Handycam station. Store content directly to the 40GB hard disk drive that is equipped with smart protection to guard against falls.
Average Customer Rating:
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Customer Reviews for Sony 4.0MP Handycam Camcorder with 40GB Hard Disk Drive and 2.7" Color LCD Monitor
Review 1 for Sony 4.0MP Handycam Camcorder with 40GB Hard Disk Drive and 2.7" Color LCD Monitor
Best Investment I've made
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Idahoan
on 02/10/2008
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What's great about it: Easy instructions, light to carry, Great Pictures & Videos!
What's not so great: can't think of a one yet
I am an amature video user. The camera I had before was ancient. We have a Grandson now and a wedding in the near future, so the need for a good camera became apparent. We purchased this Sony video camera in the spring of 2007 and we have captured some of the most wonderful and classic pictures and videos of our little guy. This video camera has brought us hours of wonderful memories and will continue to do so for many years to come. I am still struggeling with putting my videos on a DVD, but that's not the camera's fault, just my amature status showing up. It's an natural to take the camera along with us to capture all our events - it's so easy to use and carry with us and the quality surpasses anything I has anticipated. I would recommend it to anyone for their memories to be captured.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 2 for Sony 4.0MP Handycam Camcorder with 40GB Hard Disk Drive and 2.7" Color LCD Monitor
Good Still camera
Customer Rating
1.0
Posted by: Beylism
from New York, NY
on 01/16/2008
What's great about it: Good Still camera
What's not so great: Video sensor is not good
This is a great camera for still pictures. I was very surprised to see such a good quality from 4.0 M, but I did not expect such a bad quality video.
If you are in the store, try to point at something with a black background, you'll see the noise on the screen. The same will happen if you try to record in low light places. Don't try to adjust the settings, the problem is in the CMOS image sensor, that is used for processing video. We've tried three diffrent camcorders with the same effect.
I ended up with getting a SR82 with CCD image sensor, and loving it.
If you are in the store, try to point at something with a black background, you'll see the noise on the screen. The same will happen if you try to record in low light places. Don't try to adjust the settings, the problem is in the CMOS image sensor, that is used for processing video. We've tried three diffrent camcorders with the same effect.
I ended up with getting a SR82 with CCD image sensor, and loving it.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 3 for Sony 4.0MP Handycam Camcorder with 40GB Hard Disk Drive and 2.7" Color LCD Monitor
Great camera
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: CWO4
on 01/11/2008
What's great about it: size,ease of use,quality of video, zoom
I've had this since May, 2007 and have taken about 100 hours of video of granddaughter and family so far.
I am now the primary videographer of all the daycare events and family events. In the "best" video mode the view on a 16:9 HD flatscreen is as clear and detailed as HD cable TV. programs. The Dolby sound quality is also great, but it is sensative to wind noise outdoors.
I am now the primary videographer of all the daycare events and family events. In the "best" video mode the view on a 16:9 HD flatscreen is as clear and detailed as HD cable TV. programs. The Dolby sound quality is also great, but it is sensative to wind noise outdoors.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 4 for Sony 4.0MP Handycam Camcorder with 40GB Hard Disk Drive and 2.7" Color LCD Monitor
Seems Great To Me
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: bdiddy
from Chicago
on 01/08/2008
What's great about it: ease of use & connectivity. good picture. touch-screen.
What's not so great: ?
I am not an expert, seeing that this is my first camcorder, but I think it is a really good product. It is very simple to figure out how to use. The 40 GB hard drive is larger than most people will ever need, but it allows you to not have to constantly be deleting things to make room for new shots. I'm not sure how this resolution stands up to other models in the same price range, but it seems good enough to me. Most importantly I have had the camcorder several months and used it quite a bit, and have not had any problems with it (knock on wood).
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 5 for Sony 4.0MP Handycam Camcorder with 40GB Hard Disk Drive and 2.7" Color LCD Monitor
Great Camera
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Mark11
on 12/28/2007
What's great about it: Light, great picture quality, easy to use
What's not so great: price???
Great camera - upgraded from the SR42 because it was awful and not worth half the price I had paid. The salesperson talked me into this one after looking hard at the Panasonic and I am glad he did. This is a great camera that does everything I need easily and perfectly. Stills are good at 4x6 and video quality is great. Using Windows Vista and Movie Maker lets you make DVD's fast and easily. Great purchase and I would highly recommend spending the extra money for this model - it won't disappoint like others!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 6 for Sony 4.0MP Handycam Camcorder with 40GB Hard Disk Drive and 2.7" Color LCD Monitor
great camera
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Kritter
from north carolina
on 10/07/2007
What's great about it: easy to use (touch screen)
What's not so great: none so far
I really am enjoying this camera. Haven't used alot but what I have done with it has really been great. I like being able to take pictures or video with it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 7 for Sony 4.0MP Handycam Camcorder with 40GB Hard Disk Drive and 2.7" Color LCD Monitor
excellent sony camcorder
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: ahmetoo
from Chattanooga,TN
on 10/02/2007
excellent camcorder, pure picture, photos are great , extremely good protection fo falls, very fast to transfer files on pc and watch, laser beam for night which make it cool to watch, very happy with it :)
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 8 for Sony 4.0MP Handycam Camcorder with 40GB Hard Disk Drive and 2.7" Color LCD Monitor
Great product next to HD!!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: coolkat
from Dorchester, MA
on 09/16/2007
I was initially planning to buy a SONY HD Camcorder.. But when the Salesperson explained me the features of this one I was convinced to buy this one.
I have used it for 2 months but a lot many times within this short period so I think I can better review this one.
The product is excellent, light weight, great picture quality, editing features & being a HardDisk version it eliminates the use of CDs/Tapes.
So it is not only the lower price as compared to the HighDef which makes this a better choice but also the great features & reliability!!!!
I have used it for 2 months but a lot many times within this short period so I think I can better review this one.
The product is excellent, light weight, great picture quality, editing features & being a HardDisk version it eliminates the use of CDs/Tapes.
So it is not only the lower price as compared to the HighDef which makes this a better choice but also the great features & reliability!!!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 9 for Sony 4.0MP Handycam Camcorder with 40GB Hard Disk Drive and 2.7" Color LCD Monitor
Love This Camera
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: aym4givn
from L.A, Cali
on 09/15/2007
This is one cool camera, so far i love it. It has a long battery life and i love that i don't have to be inserting tapes or cd's in it. The picture and video quality are also great. I say-go for it!
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 10 for Sony 4.0MP Handycam Camcorder with 40GB Hard Disk Drive and 2.7" Color LCD Monitor
Great Buy
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Jocko
from Pittsburgh, PA
on 09/15/2007
I did quite a bit of research on camcorders before I made a purchase, and the sony handycam really rocks. It's small and compact, and the fact there are no discs or tapes to record to is a big bonus. I'm a big proponent of Sony electronics, and so far I've not been dissapointed. Great buy!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 11 for Sony 4.0MP Handycam Camcorder with 40GB Hard Disk Drive and 2.7" Color LCD Monitor
Like it
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Wolfy
from Champaign, IL
on 09/13/2007
Wanted to buy a camcorder for a long time. First I knew Sony is at the top, no question about it. Second its nice to have hard drive rather then a cd. Like it very much, just remember to back it up and you will have to buy an extra battery. The battery that comes with the camcorder is good for about 110 min.
Now the camcorder is light, easy to handle and very user friendly, I had it for about 3 months. Yes I know people are not buying it for the camera however its great to have it.
You may take pictures during filming (only 3 allowed). The zoom maybe in the shop you think that there are better but I think that the zoom is right, if you get higher zoom its really hard to stabilize it. The bottom line like it and recommend it.
Last thing is the price I bought it for about 700$- found it in a different site and best buy matched the price- so great!!!
Now the camcorder is light, easy to handle and very user friendly, I had it for about 3 months. Yes I know people are not buying it for the camera however its great to have it.
You may take pictures during filming (only 3 allowed). The zoom maybe in the shop you think that there are better but I think that the zoom is right, if you get higher zoom its really hard to stabilize it. The bottom line like it and recommend it.
Last thing is the price I bought it for about 700$- found it in a different site and best buy matched the price- so great!!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 12 for Sony 4.0MP Handycam Camcorder with 40GB Hard Disk Drive and 2.7" Color LCD Monitor
One of the cool picks!!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: bini
from ALABAMA
on 09/12/2007
Hey,
I was running ard a month to buy a cam which would suffice my needs for still images and shoot for lengthy period of time. And no other cam comes close to sr 200 (or sr 300)...the touch screen and easy 2 copy feature wrks great!! Not to forgot , it can easily be connected to TV and viewed. So if u r planning to spend ard 700-800 better opt for this model ............cheers!!!!!!!
I was running ard a month to buy a cam which would suffice my needs for still images and shoot for lengthy period of time. And no other cam comes close to sr 200 (or sr 300)...the touch screen and easy 2 copy feature wrks great!! Not to forgot , it can easily be connected to TV and viewed. So if u r planning to spend ard 700-800 better opt for this model ............cheers!!!!!!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 13 for Sony 4.0MP Handycam Camcorder with 40GB Hard Disk Drive and 2.7" Color LCD Monitor
Camcorder
Customer Rating
3.0
Posted by: MtbrAZ
from Arizona
on 09/10/2007
This is my first camcorder so take what I say for what it's worth. The still shot capability is okay. The pictures are not as good as I would like but considering most camcorders don't have as many mega pixels as this one, I can't complain. Plus, everything I've read says you should just buy a digital camera for still shots and not worry about them with your camcorder.
I like the ease of use. For someone who has no experience with a camera, it has been easy to get what I need from it in regards to filming and putting the data on my computer.
I like the picture quality. I'm sure there's better but this suits me just fine without having to pay hundreds of dollars more.
I like the ease of use. For someone who has no experience with a camera, it has been easy to get what I need from it in regards to filming and putting the data on my computer.
I like the picture quality. I'm sure there's better but this suits me just fine without having to pay hundreds of dollars more.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 14 for Sony 4.0MP Handycam Camcorder with 40GB Hard Disk Drive and 2.7" Color LCD Monitor
Great Pictures / Bad Sound
Customer Rating
3.0
Posted by: mdbm
from Midwest
on 09/09/2007
Have owned this camera for 6 months and have recorded over 20 hrs. and have been very pleased with the picture quality of both the video and jpg images. However, the dolby 5.1 sound is great for indoor recording, but not outside in a light breeze (5-10mph). Most of my outdoor videos sound like a jet engine on take off when the wind was above 10mph. It is OK when the wind is to your back, but unfortunately not everything I wanted to record was down wind.
Overall--pleased with camera and all the functions, with the exception of the touchy mic.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 15 for Sony 4.0MP Handycam Camcorder with 40GB Hard Disk Drive and 2.7" Color LCD Monitor
Sony's DCRSR200 Hard Disk Drive Handycam® Camcorde
Customer Rating
1.0
Posted by: DJRN
from Philly Pa
on 09/03/2007
BUYER BEWARE - What a disappointment. I had the product for only 3 months when the video display only showed horizontal lines. Apparently, the recording head is defective and requires additional monies to get the camera fixed. It is not a good product I think that the video tape recorders (although older technology) demonstrate the reliability and dependability for the cost. Sony needs to re-visit these problems and concerns associated with these cameras.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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