Sony CCDTRV128 Hi8 Analog Handycam Camcorder w/20x Optical Zoom

by Sony

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• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0001BW0UG
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,102 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: January 16, 2004

Product Description

Imaging Device: 1/6 320K Gross Pixel CCD Video Actual: 200K Pixels Still Actual: N/A F: 1.6-2.4 Focal Distance: 2.5-50mm 35mm Conversion: 42-840mm Filter Diameter: 37mm Optical Zoom: 20X Digital Zoom: 990X Focusing: Full Range Auto/ Manual Minimum Illumination: 1 Lux (0 Lux with NightShot Plus Infrared System) NightShot Infrared System: NightShot Plus Shutter Speed: 1/60 1/4000 (AE Mode) Viewfinder: Black and White 90K Pixels LCD: 2.5 Color (123K) Accessory Shoe: N/A Video Input/Output: No/Yes (S-Video Mini) Audio Input/Output: No/Yes (Mono Special) USB: N/A USB Streaming: N/A Headphone Jack: N/A Mic. Input: N/A White Balance: Auto Exposure: Yes Dial (24 Step) Power Consumption (VF/LCD/VF+LCD): 1.8W/2.7W/2.9W Dimensions (WHD): 3 3/8 x 3 7/8 x 6 (85 x 98 x 151mm) Weight: 1 lb. 15 oz (890g) Supplied Accessories: AC-L15 Power Adaptor/In Camera Charger NP-FM30 InfoLithium Rechargeable Battery Mono A/V Cable Lens Cap Shoulder StrapMANUFACTURER WARRANTY: 90 DAYS

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

34 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great first-timer, June 13, 2004

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K. Stuckey "kateling" (Port Huron, MI USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sony CCDTRV128 Hi8 Analog Handycam Camcorder w/20x Optical Zoom (Electronics)

I had been kicking around the idea of buying a camcorder for a couple of weeks and bought this model just two days before going on vacation. I didn't do a whole lot of research, I just liked the look and the price. It is small and sleek and super easy to use. It can use regular 8MM tapes, Hi8 or Digital8. I used it for recording live music performances in Nashville and was happy with the quality of the video and audio on playback. There are 8 effects for shooting (sepia, stretch, etc.), along with three fade-ins/outs. So I have more options than I really know what to do with at this point but I'm sure I'll get into them as I use it more. The display is sweet and can rotate around.

My one complaint is the battery area. The battery clips on the back, but there is no cover - my Sony digital camera has a locking compartment the battery slides in. I'll probably also be picking up a spare, even though it seems to hold a charge well. I really like the size because I have small hands and short fingers, but I can still use the strap and reach all the buttons.

22 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good out of box performer, July 12, 2004

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C. Cox "tchasman" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sony CCDTRV128 Hi8 Analog Handycam Camcorder w/20x Optical Zoom (Electronics)

This is my third video camera. I have previously owned VHS-C cameras that perfomed well. I needed the Nightshot feature for the investigations I do. The first time out, knowing general camera operation, I found this camera very easy to use. The flip out viewer is very sharp and the sound playback is good for instant review of videos. The compact size makes it easy to handle. I have yet to use all features, but I am confident that they will be satisfactory also. If you need a video feed to a computer, you'll need a capture device or get one of the digitals that have the USB/Firewire hookups. Basically, it seems to be a durable easy to operate camera.

12 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Impressive, April 11, 2005

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Jack Treese "Jack" (Holley, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sony CCDTRV128 Hi8 Analog Handycam Camcorder w/20x Optical Zoom (Electronics)

I have had this camcorder since October of '04, and I have only complained about one thing: not being able to hook it up to a computer through USB. Other than that, this is a very cool li'l camera that shoots good quality images. I shot video at a party for a music video with it once, and am currently using it to make a film I wrote. This is a very handy camcoreder indded, and I would recommend it to just anyone who wants to capture some fun times. I only recommend that you buy lots of tapes--it's just fun to waste tape on recording random crap sometimes!