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Sony HDR-SR1 AVCHD 2.1 MP 30GB High-Definition Hard Disk Drive Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom

Sony HDR-SR1 AVCHD 2.1 MP 30GB High-Definition Hard Disk Drive Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom

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Brand: Sony
Category: Photography

List Price: $1,499.99
Buy New: $1,208.87
You Save: $291.12 (19%)



New (1) Used (9) from $475.00

Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars 66 reviews
Sales Rank: 3230

Media: Electronics
Batteries Included: No
Optical Zoom: 10
Display Size: 3.5
Maximum Focal Length: 51
Minimum Focal Length: 5.1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4.6
Dimensions (in): 0.1 x 0 x 0

MPN: SNY-HDRSR1
Model: HDR-SR1
UPC: 027242701847
EAN: 0027242701847
ASIN: B000GXBBL8

Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Features:
  • Record high-definition video on a HDD with AVCHD technology
  • ClearVid CMOS sensor for high-quality HD or SD images
  • 3.5-inch widescreen hybrid touch-panel Clear Photo LCD
  • Professional 30mm Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens
  • HDMI, USB 2.0, component, and composite connectivity

Accessories:

  • 3-Year Extended Service Plan - Covers Electronic Items $1000 and Up - Repair
  • Sony 2 GB Memory Stick PRO Duo (MSX-M2GS) (Retail Package)
  • Kwik Tek Dry Pak Camcorder Case (9-Inch x 6-Inch)
  • Vanguard MK-4 Heavy-Duty Tripod with Carrying Handle
  • Nero 8 Ultra Edition [OLD VERSION]

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Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
For the first time, record high-definition video directly to a hard disk drive with the HDR-SR1. Now you can capture all your memories anyway you want. Boasting a generous 3.5" Wide (16: 9) Hybrid Touch Panel Clear Photo LCD screen and multiple connectivity options, you'll have complete control from capture to cut. For the first time ever, you can record high-definition video directly to a Hard Disk Drive (HDD) with the HDR-SR1 Handycam camcorder. In addition, the dual HD/SD format allows you to record in standard definition as well. You will also be able to freeze time in flawless detail with a 4.0 Megapixel still capture feature to the HDD or Memory Stick Duo Media.


Customer Reviews:   Read 61 more reviews...

4 out of 5 stars Awesome product. Great investment.   January 20, 2008
I bought this HDR-SR1 the same month it first came out in October of 2006. Our old one is a Hi8 Sony HandyCam and my wife and I decided to invest on another videocam that can captures in digital our son's first moments, our first vacation in Hawaii, etc. I was so impressed with the functionality and the quality of this camera. As an avid audiophile, I cannot settle for anything less than an HD quality video. The quality of the video and 5.1 Dolby digital surround it captures is breathtaking. Not only we save money on buying tapes, you can burn it to DVD with an ease. You can now save your videos and archive them for as long as you want them. Since I also have a PS3 and it supports AVCHD playback, I am able to enjoy full 1080i resolution and watch it like a professional video capture. It's a definite must for me, especially capturing those special moments with my son (and another one on the way). The built-in hard drive and the capability that you can switch to digital photo is excellent. Now I don't have to carry two equipment. This unit is bundled as an HD video and a digital photo unit as one. Last but not the least, it is made by Sony. I have owned many Sony products in the past and none of them has dissapointed me. Just like any investments, there is no guarantee that it will not break or last forever so I recommend on getting warranty extension. It's worth the piece of mind.

Why not I gave it a full five star? I was expecting more of a 2.1 MP resolution photo during video recording.

I truly recommend this item.



4 out of 5 stars Gotta have it!   November 5, 2007
My husband and I purchased this to record the momentous occasions in life. It's worked really well. I like the ability to switch between camera and video. The camera doesn't take the best pictures of my "always on the move" 17 month old son. They tend to be blurry. The interface was easy to use and learn and the software that comes with it is great! I would absolutly recommend this camera!


5 out of 5 stars HAPPY SHOPPER   September 3, 2007
 1 out of 1 found this review helpful

I chose the SONY over the JVC and PANASONIC models because of its features. I like the manual adjustment rings ability to control any one of four pre selected features, such as focus or exposure. It has image stabilization that actually works. I really like the AVCHD mpeg 4 video compression giving me at least 4 hours of best quality recording on a 30GB hard drive. Many newer model cameras do not have a viewfinder and I need a good color viewfinder which this one is more than adequate. No one had anything really bad to say about it, so I bought it. I received this great camera from Amazon for a great price and in less than 3 days. I have been enjoying shooting clear, bright; rich color videos for several weeks without any problems and I have actually been using the 4 mega pixel still image capture feature, saving jpeg photos onto a Sony memory stick duo memory card. I am very happy about this purchase. Now if some one would just invent a good quality, fast, inexpensive Blue- ray burner that uses a SATA interface I would buy it.


3 out of 5 stars BE CAREFULL!!!!   September 1, 2007
 1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Ive owned this camera for about six months and havent used it as muchas I would like to! This is an pricy piece of equipment with no software editing programs availabile. Bought vegas 7 and doesnt recognize the camera, so cant edit the movies? I havent tried to many of the features on it but deceided to experiment only to find out there is a problem with the"Firmware" and its going to cost me to find out whats wrong with it! There is only a 90 day warranty so you better try all features and functions before 90 days. Sony seems not very helpful on software issues or their customers. You get sorry!! THIS UNIT SHOULD BE FULLY TESTED AND FUNCTIONAL BEFORE RELEASED FOR SALE. I think that the lack of good software hurts my not using this lemon as much as I would like to. Ill give it a plus by saying the video taken is GREAT! HOPE A SOLUTION COMES ALONG SOON AND ITS PROVEN FOR USE WITH THIS CAMERA.


5 out of 5 stars Awesome Camera   August 15, 2007
 2 out of 2 found this review helpful

After spending plenty of time researching which high definition camera to buy I went with this one. This is the best camera I have ever had. The picture clarity is AMAZING!!! on my plasma. The videos look like those awesome demos they put in the store so you are pushed to buying the tv.

Compare to the other models this one is great because it has a USB port right on the camera itself so you don't need any adapters. I choose this one over the HDR-SR7 because of the USB on board the SR7 does not have it. The only real difference is that this one has a 30 gig drive the other has 60 and this one has 4 megapixel camera and the other has 6 megapixel. Trust me this one is the best you won't be dissapointed.

One last thing, everyone complains about the software, I think it works great for what I need. I did buy Pinacle Studio 11 which does support the new AVCHD format so you can edit your movies and do all kinds of cool stuff to them.


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