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Sony DCR-HC38 MiniDV Handycam Camcorder with 40x Optical Zoom Specs:
Product Name
Sony DCR-HC38 MiniDV Handycam Camcorder with 40x Optical Zoom
Manufacturer
Sony
Product Number MPN
DCRHC38
Retail Price
$329.99
EAN-13
0027242701809
UPC
027242701809
Weight
2 lbs.
Deal first added on:
6-February-2007
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Latest 6 Reviews Here is what people are saying about the Sony DCR-HC38 MiniDV Handycam Camcorder with 40x Optical Zoom
"bad experience"
2009-03-17
- Reviewed By User: ABD2XN7ECPPYF
I had a bad experience with this camera. The mini dv "tape" got stuck in the camcorder and would not eject rendering it useless and too expensive to repair. I also found it cumbersome and extremely difficult to use with my Mac. I just purchased a Flip Mino HD which is much better suited to my needs...
"Great camera, bright videos."
2008-08-20
- Reviewed By User: A286A48VAL7NWT
i own this camera after upgrading from my first sony: a HC21. I like it a lot. It takes clear outdoor videos, Indoors i have to turn on the "back light" features to get a clear pictures. Besides, i edit the video on pc. I love the firewire port for best video quality. I make my home video look like a profesional just with this non-profesional camera. i have 2 extra batteries and an extra wall charger, for a serious amateur like me it is worthy ti get what i need. I dont want to run out-of power in the middle of an event. So far i am satisfied. I can also do color correction if need it. digital efects and titles, then i burn in DVD. I preffer Mini DV than HDD. In HDD every pause you do while recording, makes a thumbnail, when you transfer the video you may get about 200 thumbnails in a 2 hour video. It takes a headache to drop every thumbnail in the storyboard for video editing. But using firewire you get just one thumbnail. altought it takes longer to transfer the video, you have to play it to transfer it, and it takes that long.
"Sony DCR-HC38 Review"
2008-03-30
- Reviewed By User: A2D8J3IZJHOOIQ
Great value, easy to use. Good quality video, can't beat the 40X and features. I would recommend this camcorder to anyone looking for a quality, easy to use product on a low budget. But don't be fooled by the price, this camcorder has a better quality picture than my JVC that I paid $700.00 for three years ago.
This is my second Sony MiniDV camera (my dad dropped and broke my first one). It works great and provides good quality.
There are lots of great comments and reviews out there, and I won't repeat all that stuff. Here are a few quick comments:
- It's small enough to fit in a belly-pack or fanny-pack. That means it's easy to bring along. Cameras left at home don't deliver very good results!
- I thought having the 40x optical zoom would be awesome. It is, but here's my caveat - it's virtually impossible to hand-hold the camera at full zoom and get a decent picture - even with the great image stabilization feature turned on. When you get past about 25x, you'll need a tripod or to brace the camera on a ledge or something.
- Night vision (using an infra-red emitter to illuminate in total darkness) is a great feature, which most people overlook.
Great stuff, as expected, from Sony!
"LCD Blows out"
2008-03-02
- Reviewed By User: A1E3DV4A2E8MRF
I have an HC32 camcorder and my LCD display just died without much notice (it flickered one day and became dark with red hue and died). I searched the problem and it appears that a lot of people have shared a similar story on the net. It happened to my when my camera was about two years old. Similar problems have been reported on HC42 model as well. You may want to research this problem. I am not going to buy another SONY camcorder (it was my 3rd Sony Camcorder in 17 years...one of them still works). I was very happy with it till it worked. But, the LCD problem appears to be a widespread problem. Once the LCD display dies, you can't do much as most of the controls are through the touch screen.
"Good Camera for the Money"
2008-02-13
- Reviewed By User: A1CXTYWPIE97HZ
I bought this camera as I wanted one that was easily carried because I travel a great deal. I read all the reviews prior to buying it and it has lived up to my expectations and the quality of the videos taken is excellent. I had second thoughts about it not having a light but it takes good videos in low ambient light conditions and the "night shot" feature works well.
It is a very user friendly camera right out of the box. The only negative feature would be lack of a remote control but for a little more money, Sony makes a model with this feature. All around good camera for the price. You won't be disappointed.
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"bad experience"
"Great camera, bright videos."
"LCD Blows out"