Customer Reviews

Sony LCSVA40 Soft Carrying Case for DVD & MiniDV Camcorders

5 star:		(10)
4 star:		(6)
3 star:		(2)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(1)

 

 

One obvious and unexplainable omission from the details and reviews here is the dimensions of this unit. Not including the external pocket they are approx. 11" long x 4" deep x 8" tall (external). The padding is approx. 3/8" thick. The "false bottom" is approx. 2-1/2" tall and is completely removable. There is one spacer in the top area to secure the camera and a large, Velcro enclosured, pocket on one side. The "rattling around" of an earlier reviewers camera would, I surmise, be eliminated by proper use and adjustment of the internal camera spacer. The external pocket is 9-1/2" long x 6" tall x 1-1/4" deep. It has a 2 opening pouch on one side and on the other a zippered net.

I bought this case for a DCR-TRV20. It is replacing a smaller unit that, although it was a snug fit, allowed for the inclusion of very few of our ever growing selection of accessories.
I am now able to comfortably carry the charging unit (under the false bottom), an external light unit, several tapes and the remote. I could easily fit an additional lens if necessary. These are obviously the bulk of the cargo with plenty of room for small incidentals in the various compartments.

Everything about this unit screams H*E*A*V*Y D*U*T*Y! From the heavy grade, woven nylon semi-rigid casing to the reinforced handle to the heavy, solid metal zipper pulls, strap clips and flap closure.

My previous case is a well built unit and held up admirably through four years of use. It also cost as much as this Sony case. However, the Sony case is an obvious step up in craftsmanship and quality. On top of all that, my camera and my camera bag finally match!

Awesome purchase, incredible price.
Thanks Amazon!

**UPDATE**

Checking back on this review, I can see that reviewers are still giving a poor review of this bag based on the fact that their camera doesn't fit properly. Although this is a valid issue, I feel it gives the bag a bad rap because the bag itself lives up to all reasonable expectations.
The listings that Amazon is providing for these camera accessories seems to be at best generous and in truth, quite often erroneous. Regardless of where they are acquiring their information, be it their own writers or from Sony itself, the list of cameras for each item is often inaccurate.
As an example, I purchased an external light for my camera based on the list here claiming it would work for me. In actuality, the light was specifically designed for a different battery type than my camera uses and would require an adapter to mount as the shoe mount was a different size. Additional research showed I needed a different light altogether that WAS specifically designed for my camera. Although the light "would work" with my unit, the amount of effort and added expense required to utilize it was unacceptable.
My point here is, although the listings here are often inaccurate, the item itself receives a bad rap when we give poor reviews based specifically on the inaccurate listing and not on the actual performance of the unit.
It is my belief that these reviews should generally reflect the actual performance of the item. If necessary, any experience with poor or inaccurate listings should, by all means, be highlighted.
By adhering to these guidelines, we can actually improve the descriptions of the items and by researching reviews, make much more informed decisions.
Just my 2 cents on the issue.

ALSO, after a busy Summer and a ton of use, my case still looks and works as good as new.

**UPDATE**11-03-09**

More than a year ago I retired the camera I was using this with. The new hi-def camera is smaller and was easily accommodated by adjusting the Velcro attached divider. This gave me enough room to carry my newly acquired 2x lens adapter also.
I have taken this thing across the country and on numerous flights. It has attended myriad family and social functions and gatherings yet if I told you this bag was brand new, you would believe me. I do take care of my things but the bag is quite durable.

There's a reason they're still selling this.

-DJ

I purchased this along with a Sony DCRHC21. This Carry case was listed as an accesory so I expected it to be appropriately sized (as other Sony cases I've purchased fit like a glove). This case is entirely too large to hold a miniDV camcorder. The camcorder rattles around inside it. If you have extra attachments and lenses maybe you might need this one. Otherwise I suggest you look at the Product Specifications, note the dimensions and then look at your camcorder's size.

I purchased this case for the HDR-HC3 camcorder, and at first the case seemed enormous. The camcorder was only about 1/3rd the size of the main compartment! Granted my cam is much smaller than most Sony's, but most (if not all) Handycams should fit quite well.

With the nicely-designed 'false bottom', you can pretty much pack everything you can think of into this elegant case. I was able to fit all of my accessories (cables: component, DV, usb, power), a travel tripod, a few spare tapes, and spare battery with ease. The finish of this case is absolutely incredible. Highly recommended!

I received my order fast then my Camcorder. Take two or three days with free shipping. Thanks Amazon.com. It have a lot room for my Two NF-90 and six dvd,battery charge,extra lens and light.

This is the perfect size for our camcorder. It fits all of the necessary cords with ease. It also has a little extra room to fit a digital camera as well.

I bought this along with a Sony DVD camcorder thinking it would fit quite nicely. However, the bag dwarfs the camcorder. Considered sending it back since it's the size of a purse while the camcorder is more like the size of my hand but once you stuff other things in there (cords, DVDs, etc.) it's not TOO insane to have a bag this large.

Sony quality in every detail, and it's big enough for all your Handycam junk.

Compartments range from open areas for camera and accessories. Also has netted areas for extra cd's, remote, etc. Good look and extra carrying straps, included.

This is a very nice bag BUT it will NOT stay latched.
It is a poor idea for a latch to close the case and I am constantly having to close the bag when I carry it.
The inside is nice and the front zipper pouch is handy.
Now if the silly thing would just stay latched and closed.
I would not buy it again.

It works quite well and holds the charger and extra DVD's. I would purchase it again.