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Smaller is better...sometimes
The Sony HDR-HC9 is a great camera in a small package. The HDV footage is stunning in clarity. The Super SteadyShot really works well as long as fast zooms and pans aren't in the plan. The NightShot is super fun to use at dimly lit parties and events. Smooth Slow Record is a blast! Tape something with lots of motion (volleyball serve, trampoline flip) and dissect it. Coonectivity is great with component video, AV, and HDMI outputs. All this functionality in a camera that fits in your pocket (a...
[Sony HDR-HC9 DRHC9 review can be read at Amazon.com]
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A Barely Upgraded HDR-HC7...But Still A Great Camera
After looking at the specs to this new HDR-HC9, I noticed that Sony's HDR-HC7 (last year's model) was almost identical to Sony`s latest in MiniDV technology. I began digging in the specs department for awhile on both Sony's website and here on Amazon. I was able to determine the following differences between the two:
- The Sony HDR-HD9 boasts on it's Amazon specs that it has upgraded to a 2.0 USB connector leaving the old 1.1 design behind, however the specs sheet on Sony's...
[Sony HDR-HC9 DRHC9 review can be read at Amazon.com]
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01/31/2008
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Good camera, bad support
This is our first HD camera, so we didn't really know what to expect. (Note that for video review, we played the output via HDMI to our Sony Bravia 46" HD TV.) In full light, the picture is fantastic; you get some blur and artifacts during movement or in shadows, but I don't know if that is normal or not for an HD camera, so I'll take that at face value. Night shooting without the IR light (Nightshot) is pretty grainy, even with an add-on light. The Nightshot IR functionality works great and is ...
[Sony HDR-HC9 DRHC9 review can be read at Amazon.com]
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04/05/2008
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Great Camera, Great Video, just one small note.
I picked up this camera back in March 2008 for a one day Amazon sale of only $[...]. Amazing price! The detailed reviews are spot on. Video is stunning to say the least. I firmly believe that HDV is THE way to go still for many reasons. Highest bit rate of all HD Camcorders, The tapes are CHEAP these days and you can use regular tapes just fine, no need for any expensive HD tapes. An 8 pack of DV tapes can be had for less than $[...] at Costco or Sams club. Tapes are easy to archive as wel...
[Sony HDR-HC9 DRHC9 review can be read at Amazon.com]
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07/15/2008
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Lots of features, very complicated
I've been playing with my HDR-HC9 for only about one month now, so I am still not familiar with all the bells and whistles. The big positive feature - I think this camcorder has just about everything one could ask for in a small package. The positives outweigh the negatives, but there are significant negatives, too. Some of the negatives I've found are:
1. Extremely complicated owner's manual with many conflicting statements. Many of the camcorder features are only minimally cove...
[Sony HDR-HC9 DRHC9 review can be read at Amazon.com]
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I own an HDR HC7 . . .
Sony HDR-HC7 6.1MP MiniDV High Definition Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom
See my review of the HDR HC7 that I own. Since the HDR HC9 is a next generation model using mini-dvs it is quite likely to have the same design flaw that I encountered. At the same time, miserable Sony service support along with astronomical repair charges after the 90 day labor warranty expires which are not disclosed at purchase sets buyers up for ultimate costs that are much higher than the initial purchase price...
[Sony HDR-HC9 DRHC9 review can be read at Amazon.com]
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12/02/2008
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nah...
Expensive and it doesnt come with the latests Sony technology that the other models have.brbrVixia HV30 was far superior. I returned it.
[Sony HDR-HC9 DRHC9 review can be read at CircuitCity]
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HIGHLY AGREE >>> Justin Paxton "CLOWNZ IN MY HEAD" - A Barely Upgraded HDR-HC7...But Still A Great Camera
Justin Paxton's review is right on the money. I couldn't have done better. If you want a miniDV tape format camera (for all the right reasons such as image quality, editing capability, shelf storage) then read his review carefully. I also agree, that this camera needs a 20x-25x optical zoom lens. I've been holding out until such a camera comes on the market at this price range. A 10x is basically useless to me.
[Sony HDR-HC9 DRHC9 review can be read at Amazon.com]
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First HD camcorder for me
Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) I like this a lot. Maybe it's just because it's my first HD camcorder, but I do a lot of video editing and dvd burning of youth sports videos (for my kids teams) and this is the first camcorder (including borrowed from other parents) that I've been able to actually get really good quality DVDs burned. Old VHS-C, Hi-8 and other DV camcorders (including hard drive and mini-dv) always look...
[Sony HDR-HC9 DRHC9 review can be read at Amazon.com]
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Sony HDR Review
I love Sony's camera products but technology makes things more difficult. I am still learning this camera. I wish the focal length was greater. I hate touching my screen for playback controls and other features. Camera needs a strap to put over your head as a safety precaution from dropping it.
I hHate the fact that I just can't hook it up to my fireware and capture video through windows movie maker. Sony software is very confusing.
I love the quality video that the c...
[Sony HDR-HC9 DRHC9 review can be read at Amazon.com]
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55%
(5 of 9) Users Found This Review Helpful
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