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Sony Handycam DCR-PC55E Mini DV Camcorder

Pure Digital F260 Flash Media Camcorder

2 reviews

$649.99 | 1 store

35 reviews

From $105.00 | 1 store

Product Description

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... More

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

Measuring 4.17 inches tall and 1.25 inches thick, the Flip Video Ultra fits naturally into your pocket and packs a punch when it comes to digital video recording. Touted as “the... More

Measuring 4.17 inches tall and 1.25 inches thick, the Flip Video Ultra fits naturally into your pocket and packs a punch when it comes to digital video recording. Touted as “the world’s simplest video camera” the Flip Video Ultra has a USB arm built into the hardware allowing you to transfer your video to a PC or Mac without having to tote any messy cables around. A wide array of colors means your Flip Video Ultra can sit comfortably next to your iPod without breaking into an insecure sweat. Less

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Key Features

Recording System

PAL

NTSC

Camcorder Type

Digital

Recording Media

Mini DV

Flash Media

Optical Zoom

10x

Without Optical Zoom

Weight

0.64 lb.

0.28 lb.

CCD

Sensor Size

1/6"

Number of Pixels

800K pixels

Sensor Quantity

LCD / Viewfinder

LCD Screen Size

3 in.

1.5 in.

Display Type

With LCD Screen

Lens

Optical Zoom

10x

Without Optical Zoom

Focal Length

2.3 - 23 mm

Digital Zoom

120x

Video Modes

Recording Speeds

SP • LP

Low Lux

5 Lux

Image Stabilizer

With Image Stabilizer

Audio

Audio Format

12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo Audio

Memory Photography

MPEG Movie Mode Resolution

640 x 480 (VGA) • 320 x 240 (QVGA) • 160 x 112

640 x 480 (VGA)

Digital Still Shot Mode

With Still Shot Capability

Memory Still Resolution

0.31 Megapixels

Memory Card Support

Memory Stick Duo

Max Still Image Size

640 x 480

MPEG Movie Mode

With MPEG Movie Mode

Interfaces

Microphone Type

Internal

Output Interfaces

S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / i.Link • USB

USB

Input Interfaces

Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / iLink

Power Supply

Battery Type

Proprietary Lithium

Battery Life

Up to 2.08 Hours

Up to 2.5 Hours

Dimensions

Weight

0.64 lb.

0.28 lb.

Depth

2.88 in.

1.25 in.

Height

4 in.

4.17 in.

Width

1.81 in.

2.16 in.

Warranty

90 Days

Miscellaneous

Family Line

Sony DCR

Pure Digital Flip Video Ultra

UPC

027242669734

718122238217

Product ID

24423314

45310017

Included Accessories

Software • USB Cable • A/V Cable • Cradle / Docking Station • Hand Strap • 16 MB Memory Card • Lithium Propriety Battery • AC Power Adapter • Remote Control

Product MPN

MPN

DCR-PC55E

F260W

Consumer Reviews

Sony Handycam DCR-PC55E Mini DV Camcorder

$649.99

Pure Digital F260 Flash Media Camcorder

From $105.00

Product Review Summary

4.5

Based on 2 user reviews

100% recommend this product

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Pros

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Cons

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Consumer Reviews

Convenient little video camera

bytakuhog Oct 13, 2006

5 Helpfuls 6 Helpfuls

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... Read full review »

i love this little baby

bymark1725 Dec 7, 2005

2 Helpfuls 3 Helpfuls

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... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

4.4

Based on 35 user reviews

94% recommend this product

5 stars

4 stars

3 stars

2 stars

1 star

Pros

Easy to Use (5)
Lightweight (5)
Compact (5)
Quality Construction (3)
Good Value (3)
Great Design (3)
Image Stabilization (1)
Rechargeable (1)
Simple Controls (1)
Good Memory Support (1)

Cons

Weak Zoom (5)
Bad Memory Support (1)
Lacks features (1)

Good For

Everyday Use (6)
Gifts (3)
Home Movies (2)
Special Events (2)
Travel (2)
kids (1)
Outdoors (1)

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Consumer Reviews

1157

Pure Digital Flip Video Ultra (2 GB) Camcorder - A Kid Friendly Camcorder!

byKMINER Dec 29, 2007

52 Helpfuls 53 Helpfuls

Pros easy to use for anyone (even kids!), recording with ease

Cons this video won't replace all your video needs

Recommended it? Yes

My review of this product stems from a parent's point of view and excitement about any piece of electronic equipment that my children can figure out and use safely. My son got a Pure Digital Flip Video Ultra (2 GB) Camcorder after watching and playing with his aunt's. Granted he is only 7 years old... Read full review »

2509

My Classroom's Newest Toy: The Flip Video Ultra Camcorder!

byJediKermit Nov 7, 2008

36 Helpfuls 37 Helpfuls

Pros Great size and price, easy to use, moderate quality video for a super-cheap price...

Cons No tapes, DVDs, or cables required; small size; good battery life; adequate video/sound...

Recommended it? Yes

I teach 7th Grade in a Junior High School. And seeing 210 12 and 13 year old kids every day, I get a pretty good feel for what they like, what they don't like, and how they take care of things. So when my principal, who's a bit of a techie herself, brought by a Flip Video Ultra a few weeks back,... Read full review »

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