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Sleek, stylish and amazingly portable, the Sony DCR-PC55 MiniDV Handycam Camcorder provides excellent video recording quality in an ultra compact design. The Advanced HAD CCD imager provides...
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Sleek, stylish and amazingly portable, the Sony DCR-PC55 MiniDV Handycam Camcorder provides excellent video recording quality in an ultra compact design. The Advanced HAD CCD imager provides stunning detail and clarity with exceptional video performance. Professional quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens capture vivid, life like images while minimizing distortion.Weighing at only 10 ounces, the camcorder's body measures only 4 inches tall and almost 3 inches wide - making it fit perfectly in the palm of your hand. The 3-inch Hybrid LCD display provides a clear, sharp monitor and rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles. Its metallic silver design makes it stand out wherever you go. Less
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As a professional camcorder, the Canon XH A1 spares very little to be one of the most affordable HDV solutions on the market. A bevy of manual adjustments and a L Series Fluorite Lens allow...
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As a professional camcorder, the Canon XH A1 spares very little to be one of the most affordable HDV solutions on the market. A bevy of manual adjustments and a L Series Fluorite Lens allow you to custom tailor your shots and define color, sharpness, and hue. The DIGIC DV II HD image processor provides exceptional color reproduction and noise reduction. Super-Range Optical Image Stabilization and Instant Auto Focus protect you against the rigors of videography ensuring you get the best shots when there’s no room for error. Less
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Recording System
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PAL
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NTSC/PAL
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Camcorder Type
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Digital
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Digital
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Recording Media
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Mini DV
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Mini DV
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High Definition
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Optical Zoom
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10x
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20x
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Weight
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0.64 lb.
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4.6 lb.
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Sensor Size
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1/6"
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1/3"
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Number of Pixels
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800K pixels
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Sensor Quantity
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1
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3
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LCD Screen Size
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3 in.
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2.8 in.
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Color Viewfinder
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-
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With Color Viewfinder
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Display Type
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With LCD Screen
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With LCD Screen
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Optical Zoom
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10x
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20x
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Focal Length
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2.3 - 23 mm
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4.5 - 90 mm
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Attachment / Filter Size
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72 mm
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Digital Zoom
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120x
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Without Digital Zoom
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Recording Speeds
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SP
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LP
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SP
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Low Lux
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5 Lux
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0.4 Lux
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Image Stabilizer
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With Image Stabilizer
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Optical Image Stabilizer
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Audio Format
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12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo Audio
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PCM Digital Audio (DV) /Hi-Fi VHS Stereo
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MPEG Movie Mode Resolution
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640 x 480 (VGA)
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320 x 240 (QVGA)
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160 x 112
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Digital Still Shot Mode
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With Still Shot Capability
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With Still Shot Capability
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Memory Still Resolution
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0.31 Megapixels
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2.07 Megapixels
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Memory Card Support
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Memory Stick Duo
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SD Card
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Max Still Image Size
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640 x 480
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1920 x 1080
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MPEG Movie Mode
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With MPEG Movie Mode
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Without MPEG Movie Mode
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| Interfaces |
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Microphone Type
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Internal
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External/Optional
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Installed
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Output Interfaces
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S-Video
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Composite (Video)
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Audio (RCA)
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FireWire / DV / i.Link
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USB
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S-Video
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Component
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Headphones Jack
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Input Interfaces
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Composite (Video)
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Audio (RCA)
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FireWire / DV / iLink
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Audio (RCA)
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Battery Type
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Proprietary Lithium
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Battery Life
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Up to 2.08 Hours
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Weight
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0.64 lb.
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4.6 lb.
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Depth
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2.88 in.
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13.8 in.
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Height
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4 in.
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7.4 in.
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Width
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1.81 in.
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6.4 in.
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| Miscellaneous |
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Family Line
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Sony DCR
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Canon XH
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UPC
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027242669734
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4960999352695
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Product ID
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24423314
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37544581
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Release Date
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October, 2006
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Included Accessories
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Software
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USB Cable
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A/V Cable
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Cradle / Docking Station
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Hand Strap
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16 MB Memory Card
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Lithium Propriety Battery
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AC Power Adapter
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Remote Control
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Shoulder Strap
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16 MB Memory Card
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Remote Control
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Battery Pack
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Mini DV Tape
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Stereo Video Cable
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MPN
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DCR-PC55E
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1191B001AA
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| Consumer Reviews |
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Sony Handycam DCR-PC55E Mini DV Camcorder
$649.99
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Canon XH A1 High Definition Mini DV Camcorder
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$2,649.00
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Product Review Summary
100% recommend this product
Consumer Reviews
Pros
Compact size, large viewing monitor
Cons
About an hour battery life, limited zoom
Recommended it?
Yes
We bought the camcorder at the Sony outlet store thinking it was a nice addition to the full size camcorder we already had.
We are so happy with the ability to use this little camcorder where we would never consider using one before. We were in Portland and walked around innocuously...
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Pros
so small like a mobile phone can be taken places other camcorders cannot
Cons
only ten times zoom
Recommended it?
Yes
dont believe all the reviews you read,,this is a great camcorder ,,,i take ten times more videos now ,,its so small can be taken anywhere without bulky carry cases,,,the video quality is great,,the docking station idea is a marvel,,sony really have come up with a real wonder here...the video i have...
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Product Review Summary
73% recommend this product
Pros
- Great Design (5)
- Easy to Use (4)
- Quality Construction (4)
- Good Value (2)
- Compact (2)
- Lightweight (2)
- Powerful Zoom (1)
- Rich Features (1)
- Good Sound (1)
- Excellent Picture Quality (1)
Cons
- Heavy (3)
- Overpriced (2)
- Bad in Low Light (1)
- Lacks features (1)
- Weak Zoom (1)
Good For
- Professionals (4)
- Travel (2)
- Home Movies (2)
- Special Events (2)
- Everyday Use (1)
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Consumer Reviews
Pros
It is inexpensive for a professional camera. It works like a charm.
Cons
My camera didn't come with any accessories and that would be nice.
Recommended it?
Yes
The Canon XH-A1 is an excellent choice. I bought as a new videographer and have enjoyed it ever since. It has worked without fail and provided great footage for all of my needs.
It is suprisingly light weight and easy to handle. The camera is easily run, with a little bit...
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Pros
XLR inputs, 20X Zoom, custom presets, afordable
Cons
None
Recommended it?
Yes
Canon does it again. You just have to get your hands on this incredible HDV camcorder. I am definitely upgrading my production camcorders (I currently own XL1, XL1s and XL2). The features and quality of the footage of the XHA1 is over the top! The image quality of the flip out LCD screen is so...
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