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Sony - DCR-HC30 Camcorder

Sony - DCR-HC30 Camcorder Reviews



Overall 4 star rating4.06 of 5 (by 17 users)


35% of people rated Sony - DCR-HC30 Camcorder as 5 stars
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41% of people rated Sony - DCR-HC30 Camcorder as 4 stars
41% of people rated Sony - DCR-HC30 Camcorder as 4 stars%
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18% of people rated Sony - DCR-HC30 Camcorder as 3 stars
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6% of people rated Sony - DCR-HC30 Camcorder as 2 stars
6% of people rated Sony - DCR-HC30 Camcorder as 2 stars%
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No one rated Sony - DCR-HC30 Camcorder as 1 star
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88% 88% of people recommend Sony - DCR-HC30 Camcorder 12% of people don't recommend Sony - DCR-HC30 Camcorder 12%

Sony - DCR-HC30 Camcorder Comparison

5 star rating Most Helpful
Favorable Review
DEC
17
2007
I purchasex this camera last summer so I could take some pictures and video at a special Red Sox game for my disabled son. We got to go out on the field and meet some of the players. I was taking video and found I could pause the video and take pictures as the players posed with my son. What a… read full review »
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a busy person, enjoy taking home videos

Brattpack
Brattleboro, VT
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2 star rating Most Helpful
Critical Review
MAY
7
2007
I researched this purchase a great deal, and I am very satisfied with the features, including Carl Zeiss lens, good optical zoom, pretty good color and video quality.  But soon after I received this item, I started to have problems.  I started to see messages advising me that the heads… read full review »
gadget geek

KriticalKen
Chicago, IL
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Sony - DCR-HC30 Camcorder Ratings and Reviews

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beginner-user, loving this product

DEC
15
2007
This is a great produt that everybody should have for its quality, its simplicity and most importantly it is extremely reliable. Extremely compact and lightweight; good ergonomics; decent video quality; accessory shoe. Extremely compact and lightweight; good ergonomics; decent video quality; accessory shoe. Video input type: Camcorder; Effective sensor resolution: 6.8 megapixels; Optical zoom: 10 x — The DCR-HC30, like the other two budget HC models, combines a very compact design with comfortable ergonomics. One thing that really sets Sony's consumer camcorders apart from the crowd is… read full review »
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4 star rating
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kerlray
Everett, MA



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a person who enjoys quality, loving this product, in need of a long lasting battery

DEC
19
2007
had it for three months and a very good job. used for a wedding and was pleased with results. used also at halloween and again it performed in a dim light setting my sister was impressed with the quality of the picture and asked where i got it. — Western Massachusetts. Our website is still evolving and we strive to have a friendly informative site whether you are a visitor, resident or business owner. Here you will find useful information including our town calendar, latest approved meeting minutes, department information and much more. We hope you will be able to navigate our website… read full review »
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4 star rating
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raysavoy
Longmeadow, MA



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a person who enjoys quality

DEC
16
2007
For a consumer who needs 8mm/Hi8/digial 8 functionality, the TRV460 is an obvious choice. But for the consumer who is looking to venture into the MiniDV format (overall smaller camcorder/tape size), the GR-D33 might be a good stepping stone camcorder. The GR-D33 promises to have good video and low light performance, so the slight upgrade investment may be worth it. Making the transition has its pros and cons, the pros being, if you own an older Digital8 camcorder with a DV in/out port, you have the option of digitally copying your older tapes to the newer format. MiniDV tapes are more… read full review »
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4 star rating
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charlesbing
Redwood City, CA



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beginner-user

NOV
13
2007
Strengths: small, Light-weight, Night shot, Good battery life, Good picture quality. — Summary: small-fits in palm well. — Light-weight - can hold for longer time. — Sony brand- reliability. — Night shot-can capture picture in complete darkness. — Good battery life. Good picture quality. — For basic functions, DCR-HC28 is cheaper than this camcorder with almost all the features. Even though this is a good camcorder, I would rather go for DCR-HC28 unless you are looking for specific features which are in this camcorder and not in HC28 (ex- memory card… read full review »
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3 star rating
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n23a27
Des Moines, IA



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practical, enjoy taking home videos, budget conscious, loving this product, married, a person who enjoys quality, impressed with this product, Every day computer user

DEC
17
2007
My husband bought this camcorder six months back, its an wonderful gift of my life . We got married three months back and we had captured every movement with that. its a fentastic experience with this Sony camcorder and got high quality picture. And its very small and easy to handle. user friendly. I recommended to one of my friends to bye this camcorder. And they bought it too and they are capturing the every sweet and cut moments of their new born baby. I am so glad to express my views about this camcorder. Sony is the best one i ever… read full review »
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5 star rating
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sirigani
Richmond, VA



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Every day computer user, gadget geek, loving this product, enjoy taking home videos, budget conscious, in need of a long lasting battery, a person who enjoys quality, practical

DEC
17
2007
this is a must for electtronic buyers!! good HD quality and picture puts you in the middle of every pic and movie!!people who like camcorders and video cameras should add this all new camera/recorder to their christmas list for the holidays!!it is erasonably priced and worth all of the money that is spent on this one item!! i have one of these camera slash video recorders and i have got to say it is one of the best video camera recorders i have ever had seen or have bought from any electronic or best buy… read full review »
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5 star rating
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weedman
Bellaire, MI



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a home owner, budget conscious, a busy person, looking for durability, Every day computer user, a person who enjoys quality, married, impressed with this product

DEC
15
2007
One of the best features of any electronic device is not remembering the last time you had an issue with it. This camera has been dependable and provided us with quality images, both personally and professionally. It's easy to handle, has the view finder or small screen to see your images through, has a lot of features for people really into getting creative with their filming or someone just looking to capture memories. We've had no issues with its dependability or quality. A great purchase. —… read full review »
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4 star rating
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SAEmerick
Cedar Hill, TX



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Every day computer user, a busy person, cost-conscious, impressed with this product, married, practical, enjoy taking home videos, a person who enjoys quality

DEC
17
2007
Sony DCR-HC30 is a great little video recorder. Gone are the days of lugging around the big bag and lots of extra batteries! It's fun, easy to use and gives great video. I loved taking movies of my children when they were small and we cherish those movies but it was hard carrying the kids and all of that equipment. Now, I just put the Sony in my backpack and take the grandkids to the zoo etc. getting lots of great movies that will last a lifetime. You've gotta love it! — … read full review »
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4 star rating
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Adgal
Brandon, FL



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a person who enjoys quality

DEC
17
2007
really a great product i bought this last year really i am enjoying this product i just u to buy this product as a first choice, my friends also bought this one, really they are also enjoying this product, by keeping their memories alive, sony company is a good one i had ever seen, really i enjoy sony company products i got sony digital camera also it is 7.2 mega pixal really good one, friends u also enjoy these products from sony… read full review »
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5 star rating
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sonysony
Woburn, MA



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enjoy taking home videos, in need of a long lasting battery, a person who enjoys quality, a home owner, Every day computer user, cost-conscious, impressed with this product

DEC
17
2007
This is a good product for those of us who like to take pictures of our families, who need the comfort of having something small and useable in situations, where we need to be able to take movies at the drop of a hat. This camcorder is ready to go a moments notice and is really easy to use and be able to play again. lite to carry and does not kill your hand or your arm trying to take said movies.… read full review »
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4 star rating
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hickvilleusany
Princeton, KY



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a person who enjoys quality, a home owner

DEC
17
2007
This model is really nice and very user friendly. — and the size is very small. easy to carry where ever you want to.' — This model is really nice and very user friendly. — and the size is very small. easy to carry where ever you want to.' — This model is really nice and very user friendly. — and the size is very small. easy to carry where ever you want to.' —… read full review »
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5 star rating
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ysrao
North Brunswick, NJ



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enjoy taking home videos

DEC
17
2007
This is a great camera, I use it for everything around the house when filming my family members. It is very clear as well, which is always a plus! I fell in love with this thing the first time i used it!  It is very reliable and easy to use.  Someone familiar with cameras would really enjoy it. It would make a great Christmas… read full review »
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5 star rating
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pickychicky210
Bradenton, FL



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Every day computer user, not rich, a person who enjoys quality, technically savvy

DEC
15
2007
what do the pro's use?  if the better gear isn't available, sometimes it's sony.  that means it's really good for non pros.  not too complex for you to pick up and shoot.  sufficient settings and gizmos to let you do some things.  all in all...go with the name you have known for solid product like this one. —… read full review »
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3 star rating
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rwise99
Live Oak, FL



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