Sony DCRTRV22 MiniDV Camcorder with 2.5" LCD, Color Viewfinder & Memory Stick Capability
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Manufacturer: SonyModel: ONCC-1
Product features:
- Compact MiniDV digital camcorder
- 10x optical, 120x digital, zoom with Super SteadyShot image stabilization
- 2.5-inch touch-panel color SwivelScreen LCD display for easy access to the entire camcorder menu
- Includes 8 MB Memory Stick for still image and MPEG1 capture
- NightShot O Lux infrared system with color mode for recording in total darkness
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Sony DCRTRV22 MiniDV Camcorder with 2.5" LCD, Color Viewfinder & Memory Stick Capability
Customer Review: Sony Rules Camcorders. Period!
Summary: 5 Stars
Sony camcorders are by far the best investment for what us regular people want from them. We want to be able to:
1. Shoot video in a variety of lighting situations, especially in the house and even at night.
2. Shoot nice quality video.
3. Operate the camcorder easily and comfortably.
The TRV-22 does all of this very well. I used to have the PC5, until I left it in a park somewhere. I couldn't afford another tiny camera so I did my research on this one. I am very pleased. It does everything the PC5 did and more.
First of all the operating system of the TRV19,22 and 33 is the old style, without all of the graphics the new system uses. Personally I like the old way better. In nearly all lighting situations the LCD, which is used to access nearly all of the cameras manual functions, is very simple to use. On most other cameras you have to push buttons underneath the LCD, or use a jog dial, but with Sony's, you get to keep your eyes on all of the action on the screen while choosing a fader, or using the spot focus.
I don't care what anyone says about low light capabilities when it comes to other cameras. I'm here to tell you that Sony's low light is fantastic. I recently compared the new JVC GRDX77 at home to my Sony. And the difference was incredible. With just one lamp on The JVC was very dark, and the Sony was bright and clear. Sure you can adjust the JVC but the quality drops quickly. And when you turn the lights off, the JVC is useless. Dont' believe the professional tests they do. They are only filming a stationary test pattern so there is no blur, which is what all the other cameras will give you in low light when you use their "low light features". I can't tell you how many times I have used the infrared nightvision. Camping, watching my daughter sleep, looking into dark holes or into any place the eyes can't see. If the world was plunged into darkness I would definitely want to have my Sony camcorder.
I've heard some things said about these camcorders are just plain false.
1. The cameras manual functions cannot be utilized while using the viewfinder. Wrong. Flip the LCD out and recess it with the screen outward, and by pushing the screen you can see the commands appear in the viewfinder.
2. When using the VCR function you can't get the on screen buttons off, which clutters it up. Wrong. Hit the display button on the camera body and the screen clears showing only the picture.
3. The infrared is a ghostly unpleasant green. Wrong. You can go into the menu and change the color to sepia, black and white or negative. I like to use sepia.
I love this TRV22. It has a hot shoe, if I ever need to use it. It has a mic plug in. It has every kind of plug and plug out you could need actually. Plus it has time lapse photography, something my older Sony was missing. The form of the body makes holding this camera wonderful. It fits perfectly in my large hands, but is still small emough that I will take it everywhere I go.
Please believe me, you will not regret spending a little extra mullah on Sony, or if your smart you'll just pick up an older model like this one for under $400.
Thank you for reading my review.
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Description of Sony DCRTRV22 MiniDV Camcorder with 2.5" LCD, Color Viewfinder & Memory Stick Capability
The Sony CCD-TRV22 Camcorder lets you capture all your priceless memories anytime, anywhere. Using the 26x digital zoom, this analog camcorder can shoot distant objects with amazing clarity. Eliminate camera-shake distortion with the image stabilizer of the Sony CCD-TRV22 Camcorder. The simple and compact design of this Sony camcorder ensures easy portability. Now frame your perfect shooting area with the equipped wide LCD screen of this analog camcorder.Amazon.com Product Description With a size that is 28 percent smaller and lighter than Sony's previous camcorders, the DCR-TRV22 does not compromise powerful optics and audio performance. The camcorder's features include a 10x optical zoom, a 1/4-inch CCD for clean imaging, a 2.5-inch LCD with touchscreen control, a color viewfinder, and an 8 MB Memory Stick for still image capture.
Step-up Value
Here's a Sony feature that adds value to this digital camcorder and differentiates it from other models in the Sony lineup.
 | MPEG Movie Mode: Originally found on step-up Sony Digital Still Cameras, Sony presents another camcorder first--MPEG Movie Mode for select Handycam Camcorders. Capture MPEG digital video and store it directly to your Memory Stick Media. Movie length ranges from 5 seconds to the length allowed by the capacity of your memory stick with MPEG Movie EX. Take the "Best Of" scene recorded on video tape, for example--the groom kissing the bride on the wedding day, convert it to an MPEG Movie and share it with family and friends via the Internet. |
Image Stabilization
Sony's SteadyShot picture stabilization keeps your images smooth and steady without degrading picture quality. The technology uses motion sensors, which tend to be more accurate than most other systems used in the camcorder market.
Optics
The professional-quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar lens ensures light capture will be well-contrasted and clear. The 1/4-inch CCD sensor yields a gross 680,000 pixels and records images accurately in vibrant color and sharp resolution. The TRV22 has a robust 10x optical zoom that fits most purposes, but for extra distance the camera can reach 120x through the digital zoom. Several autoexposure modes allow for automatic operation while achieving ideal images for the situation.
More Features
You can record video in low- to no-light situations with Sony's NightShot system, which uses infrared light to capture images invisible to the human eye. With the function on, subjects up to 10 feet away can be seen in total darkness. You can also use the color slow shutter for color night shots instead of the regular green night-shot hue.
Sony's Stamina power management system and InfoLithium battery give the TRV22 a long operating time. To keep you informed of current battery life, Sony's AccuPower meter displays the number of minutes remaining right in the viewfinder.
The TRV22 features a 2.5-inch color LCD and a color viewfinder. The menu is accessed via a touchscreen display on the LCD, reducing the clutter of buttons on the camera. You can take digital stills and record small MPEG1 movies using the included 8 MB Memory Stick.
The USB streaming feature can turn the TRV22 into a video conferencing tool or a Webcam, and the standard IEEE 1394 connection can be used for digital video editing on a computer.
MiniDV Format
MiniDV is the preferred format for personal and broadcast-quality video, highly regarded for its high audio and image quality. With up to 540 lines of horizontal resolution and minimum color noise, MiniDV delivers a 20 percent clearer picture than analog camcorder formats. This is all delivered on a cassette that's 1/12th the size of a standard VHS tape. A MiniDV tape offers a digital recording time of 2 full hours--20 times the capacity of a CD.
Contents
This package includes the TRV22 camcorder, power adaptor and in-camera charger, InfoLithium rechargeable battery, 8 MB Memory Stick, wireless remote, AV cable, lens cap, shoulder strap, USB cable, two AA batteries, and USB drivers.
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