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Excellent detailed image quality with easy user interface in smaller and lighter package than the previous "SR" series!
I have been using a previous generation Sony HDR-SR7 high def 60GB hard drive camcorder and been overall happy with that model.
I then waited patiently for Sony's new "XR" series of camcorders and am very pleased with the Sony HDR-XR100. This newer camcorder is the lowest end model of the four new XR series models, which include the HDR-XR100, XR200, XR500, and XR520.
SONY HDR-XR100 PROS:
1. Feels significantly smaller than the previous generation Sony SR models...
[Sony HDRXR100 DRXR100 80GB HDD High Definition Camcorder review can be read at Amazon.com]
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03/06/2009
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Very noisy image in low light conditions and jittery image
When I purchased an HD camcorder I expected an HD quality picture. Not the case with this camcorder - in normal evening indoor lighting the video is extremely noisy, it was so bad that I burned a disc and took it to the Sony Style store to compare -- I must have received a defective unit? Nope, it seems to be a common problem with this model....the rep in the Sony Style store even admitted that the video quality was really bad. The white balance was also a bit off. The other problem is that the...
[Sony HDRXR100 DRXR100 80GB HDD High Definition Camcorder review can be read at Amazon.com]
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03/20/2009
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(6 of 8) Users Found This Review Helpful
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nice features, very poor low light images
I recently purchased this camera primarily for home videos. It's my first camcorder purchase since the old hi8 camcorders back in the 90's. It was fairly light weight as well as more compact compared to it's predecessor. Also the touch screen was great, easy menu options. That's the good.
The bad prompted me to return the camera. The low light recording was surprisingly grainy. Even in moderate light the camcorder performed poorly. I had better videos with my snap and shoot digita...
[Sony HDRXR100 DRXR100 80GB HDD High Definition Camcorder review can be read at Amazon.com]
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04/05/2009
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(1 of 2) Users Found This Review Helpful
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HDR-XR100 is Good, But Has Serious Drawbacks
The high definition video quality in daylight is excellent. That being said, this camcorder has some serious drawbacks:
1. The PMB (Picture Motion Browser) software does not work on Windows Vista 64-Bit
2. The image stabilization is terrible (it will literally give you motion sickness watching video if you walk with this camera).
3. The low-light video quality is very poor.
4. There is no view finder.
[Sony HDRXR100 DRXR100 80GB HDD High Definition Camcorder review can be read at Amazon.com]
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04/21/2009
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What's great about it: it's tiny and lightweight
What's not so great: no flash, no shoe for flash or microphone, not good in low light
"It is nice that it is small and lightweight, but... that's about it. Image quality is so-so, even at 1920 x 1080. The low light image quality, even in a fully lit room, is not good. Outside in bright sunlight is nice, though. If buying this unit, be aware that the memory media is Sony's proprietary media stick, so that precludes you ...
[Sony HDRXR100 DRXR100 80GB HDD High Definition Camcorder review by Iam4LSU can be read at BestBuy]
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01/01/1901
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Dallas, TX
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(1 of 2) Users Found This Review Helpful
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What's great about it: price, image quality, easy to use
What's not so great: no flash, no shoe, no night shooting like website claims
"I just got this and found out that even though Best Buy's website says it has night shooting ability (or ability to shoot in low light), this is not the case. I'm still investigating whether or not you can get the battery powered light as an accessory.
From what I can tell it is a good camcorder otherwise. So, if you don't care a...
[Sony HDRXR100 DRXR100 80GB HDD High Definition Camcorder review by h1975 can be read at BestBuy]
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h1975
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01/01/1901
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Freehold, NJ
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What's great about it: ITS TECHNOLOGICAL
What's not so great: NOTHING
"IT IS THE BEST MACHINE I HAVE EVER SEEN I WOULD RECOMEND IT FOR ANY ONE I LOVE IT I JUST TAKE IT EVERY WERE AND I LOVE IT"
[Sony HDRXR100 DRXR100 80GB HDD High Definition Camcorder review by APR3568 can be read at BestBuy]
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01/01/1901
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PALMDALE
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(0 of 3) Users Found This Review Helpful
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Good Item, Bad packing
Hi everybody,
I'd like to share my opinion with you about this product plus packing services.
Since I dealed with Amazon, every time packing was very good except this time, because any one of Amazon customer won't accept that delivery in that condition.
The camera and it's kit were found in that box with out air bags, everythig are over.
I don't know who responsible for this situation: retailer or shipping agent? but what I know that I'm the only looser
Best Regards
[Sony HDRXR100 DRXR100 80GB HDD High Definition Camcorder review can be read at Amazon.com]
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06/11/2009
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(0 of 2) Users Found This Review Helpful
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Three weeks use of HDR-XR 100
I have this camcorder for just over three weeks and to date very good performance with minor issues.
1. Proper lighting - excellent picture quality.
2. Poor lighting - example "evening" I use the sunset setting with pretty good picture quality.
3. Definitely the motion sensor could be better.
[Sony HDRXR100 DRXR100 80GB HDD High Definition Camcorder review can be read at Amazon.com]
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04/29/2009
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What's great about it: Great outdoor shots, very easy to use, light weight, good battery life
What's not so great: burning video to high def dvd format is not so easy if you want high def videos
"I bought this camera for family use. I used it extensively on our family vacation. It works great. The high definition outdoor shots are really clear and crisp. Indoor is not as clear, but this is my 4th camcorder and none of them have done a great job indoors. I did not use...
[Sony HDRXR100 DRXR100 80GB HDD High Definition Camcorder review by Greekracer can be read at BestBuy]
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01/01/1901
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Florida
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