Sony DCR-HC48 1MP MiniDV Handycam Camcorder with 25x Optical Zoom (Handycam Station Included)

Product Description

The Sony DCR-HC48 MiniDV HandyCam Camcorder is a compact, stylish and feature-packed way to record your precious moments. Its 1 MegaPixel CCD provides the stunning detail and clarity you need for your photos. The 25x optical and 2000x digital zooms bring the action close up from far away, and you can preview it easily on the 2.7-inch LCD screen. Progressive Shutter System gives you progressive scan performance, with all the sharpness and clarity you need for your photos. One touch wide-angle shooting switches easily between 16:9 and 4:3 aspect ratios by pushing a button. Advanced tele Macro functions keep your subject properly focused so that the subject always stands out. With Super NightShot(R) and Super SteadyShot, you'll have shake-free video that looks great, even in minimal lighting. Progressive Shutter System Super SteadyShot(R) picture stabilization Super NightShot(R) Plus Infrared One-Touch wide-angle shooting Tele Macro function Manual Focus On-screen zoom & record controls Touch Panel Exposure Aperture - f1.8 - f2.5 Focal Distance - 3.0 - 3.6mm; 350mm (Telemacro) Filter Diameter - 30mm White Balance modes - Auto, Indoor, One-Push, Outdoor Built-in microphone Handycam Station cradle Digital still memory mode USB and i.LINK(R) ports Optional S-Video output Accepts Memory Stick(R) PRO Recording Media - MiniDV Dimensions - 2-5/8 x 3-1/8 x 4-1/2 inch (65 x 79 x 113 mm) Weight - 15 ounces (445 grams) with tape & battery

Customer Reviews:

Great little camcorder.......2007-12-26

I got exactly what I wanted: a camcorder that carries easily under a coat or sweater and can also take still pictures suitable for snapshots. Snapshots up to 4x6 are fine but not as good as my 7 megapixel Olympus, but since I can take pictures immediately instead of waiting for the camera to start up it has worked out that 90% of my still photos are on the HC-48.

What a great item!!.......2007-12-16

I received is very quickly and used it right away. I works very well for me. Even the nightshots came out somewhat colorful. I liked that. Very light. I still wish there was a way to clip a light on it though.

Great Value.......2007-12-08

I had a Sony TRV24 (much bucks) which I loved, which got lost on a trip :(
after much shopping and angst. I ordered this unit.
Major Pros:
- Outstanding price/value, half the price of the prior unit.
- Video is as-good as my high end unit. Still photo is better and usable, although a little washed. It could be settings.
- Size is very convenient, other units we just enough bigger to not fit in pockets, bags etc. folded up, it safely fits in a big jacket pocket.
- The prior unit had a large 3.5in screen, but not touch. This smaller touch screen works very well.
- The dock is a nice feature as well as the video/pc upload software. This was not included in older generation units.

- Amazon had a factory sealed unit to me pronto! and the return policy is perfect. No restock or other box-store nonsense. Bravo Amazon.

Get the tiffen UV lense to protect the Leica lens. cheap insurance!
Battery life seems great.

Cons:
- Not many at all. Overall, its thick plastic, and some actions are purely mechanical latches vs. springs and levers which may prove better.
its a simpler mechanical design, but probably more chunky and in the end less delicate.
- One design flaw, when you flip the LCD to show it to the subject, you lose the viewfider.... dumb.

Picture Quality Is Excellent.......2007-11-01

I purchased this camera as a gift for a friend. As the other reviewers have elaborated, the camera has a lot of features for the price. Perhaps the best feature is the picture quality. The Carl Zeiss Vario- Tessar lens produces brilliant and lucid images as advertised.

One of the cons of this camera is the 2.7-inch widescreen touch-panel Hybrid LCD display, which can get a bit annoying to deal with at times.

Overall though the camera is a solid buy, and I would recommend it.

Good one to own !.......2007-10-14

This is my first personal camcorder. So, I'm very contended with the features offered by this. The quality of the videos are very good. The sound quality is also good. I like the zoom capabilities also. I was able to zoom down to the objects in the street from the 108th floor in Stratosphere tower (Las Vegas).

The night time videos taken without the "Nightshot plus" mode are better than the ones taken with the "Night shot plus" mode. I hate to use the LCD display for play/edit functions. I wish those functions were outside the display.

I wish they had given a Firewire cable with this camcorder. The package just had an USB cable. I had to order the firewire cable separately.

The cost of this product is also very reasonable. I bought this camcorder for a price that is comparable to Canon A630.

I would recommend this product to everyone.

Product Description

The Pentax 8x25 UCF WP binocular features high-performance, super-multi-coated optics and waterproof capability, and are the ideal choice for use when hunting or bird watching - especially on or around water. PRODUCT FEATURES: Waterproof body submersible to 1 meter (JIS Class 6); Inner-focus optical design; High resolution, compact and lightweight; Dual axis, single body design; Protective rubber housing; Short minimum focusing distance (6.2 ft./1.9m); Fully multi-coated optical elements; Aspherical eyepiece lens elements; Long eye relief (15mm); High-refraction BaK4 glass prisms; Helicoid type eyepiece ring; Fully retractable pop-up diopter adjuster.

Customer Reviews:

Great little binoculars.......2007-09-28

We also have a larger pair of Pentax binoculars, but I love these little ones, as they are compact, lightweight and tough! I can tuck them in a backpack, and they don't take up much space or add too much weight. The Pentax warranty is excellent!

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