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Sony DCR-PC55

Sony Handycam DCR-PC55E Mini DV Camcorder

Samsung HMX-U10

Samsung HMX-U10 High Definition Camcorder

$649.99  |  1 store
From $84.90  |  2 stores
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
The Samsung HMX-U10 Ultra Compact Camcorder provides you with full 1920 x 1080 high definition recording and user-friendly operation all in one ergonomically designed package. Along with... More
The Samsung HMX-U10 Ultra Compact Camcorder provides you with full 1920 x 1080 high definition recording and user-friendly operation all in one ergonomically designed package. Along with these features, the camera has one-touch upload to YouTube and built-in Intelli-Studio software for in-camera editing. Less
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Key Features   
Recording System   PAL NTSC
Camcorder Type   Digital -
Recording Media   Mini DV High Definition
Optical Zoom   10x Without Optical Zoom
Weight 0.64 lb. 0.25 lb.
CCD   
Sensor Size 1/6" 1.67"
Number of Pixels   800K pixels 10000K pixels
Sensor Quantity   1 -
LCD / Viewfinder   
LCD Screen Size   3 in. 2 in.
Color Viewfinder   - Without Color Viewfinder
Display Type   With LCD Screen With LCD Screen • Touchscreen
Lens   
Optical Zoom   10x Without Optical Zoom
Focal Length 2.3 - 23 mm -
Digital Zoom   120x 4x
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 -
Digital Still Shot Mode   With Still Shot Capability -
Memory Still Resolution 0.31 Megapixels -
Memory Card Support   Memory Stick Duo SD Card • SDHC Card • Compact Flash • MultiMedia Card Plus (MMC+)
Max Still Image Size   640 x 480 -
MPEG Movie Mode   With MPEG Movie Mode -
Interfaces   
Microphone Type Internal Internal
Output Interfaces S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / i.Link • USB USB 2.0
Input Interfaces Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / iLink -
Power Supply   
Battery Type   Proprietary Lithium Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
Battery Life   Up to 2.08 Hours -
Dimensions   
Weight 0.64 lb. 0.25 lb.
Depth 2.88 in. 0.61 in.
Height 4 in. 2.19 in.
Width 1.81 in. 4.06 in.
Miscellaneous   
Family Line Sony DCR Samsung H
UPC 027242669734 036725302754
Product ID 24423314 87849745
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 HMXU10RNXAA
 
Consumer Reviews
Sony DCR-PC55
Sony Handycam DCR-PC55E Mini DV Camcorder
$649.99
Samsung HMX-U10
Samsung HMX-U10 High Definition Camcorder
From $84.90

Product Review Summary

4.5
Based on 2 user reviews
100% recommend this product
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Consumer Reviews

2

Convenient little video camera

bytakuhog Oct 13, 2006
5 Helpfuls 6 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
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 »

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i love this little baby

bymark1725 Dec 7, 2005
2 Helpfuls 3 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
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

4.3
Based on 7 user reviews
100% recommend this product
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Pros
  • Lightweight (2)
  • Compact (2)
  • Quality Construction (2)
  • Easy to Use (1)
  • Good Value (1)
Cons
  • Bad in Low Light (2)
Good For
  • Everyday Use (2)
  • Travel (1)
  • Gifts (1)
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Consumer Reviews

2

U10 is just fantastic!

bymikijessica Dec 10, 2009
3 Helpfuls 4 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros the size!<br>it is the compact camcorder so very easy to carry:)
Cons nothing so far
Recommended it? Yes

When i frist time saw U10, I thought it was a MP3 or sth.
But it was a camcorder. i couldnt really believe that fact!
U10 was great. Their function was so nice and the lens was so clear as well!
It is better than i thought before.
And it is small so easy to carry anywhere you go~
... Read full review »

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Handy camera with impressive video

bynsacco Dec 12, 2009
2 Helpfuls 3 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Very portable with high quality results given the cost.
Cons Touch pad could be a little more responsive or replaced with buttons.
Recommended it? Yes

I purchased the Samsung HMX_U10 Camcorder to take with me hunting. I've had a few instances where something crossed my path that I would have loved to have captured on video. 
The ease of use and the quality of the video were very surprising.  The optional software is built right into... Read full review »

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