Sony - Handycam 408 Camcorder Reviews

I've had my Sony Handycam for about 3 years now. I love it. I wanted to document my childrens early years, So I went to the store and compared the different cameras. The sales lady told me to choose one that was light weight and small because you would have to be holding it up for a while. The Sony Handycam was just that and easy to hold one handed which is important. I chose a digital Handycam Over an Analog one because the picture is way more clear. You can see extreme detail in digital format where analog is less clear and sometimes hard to focus.  The one I have records on a small… read full review »

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. — 2007Just bought a Sony Handycam 408.  Makes great quality videos directly to DVD.  Very simple to use.  Has a nice touch screen interface.  The DVDs are a bit pricey, but the camcorder ewasily connects to a DVD burner to write to larger DVDs.  you can then re-use the DVD-RW.  Also, takes nice pictures if you buy the memory card.  You can also take a few pictures while you're recording video.  I've been very pleased so far2007Just bought a Sony Handycam 408.  Makes great quality videos directly to DVD.  Very simple to use.  Has a… read full review »

i bought this because i have four children and i love it.  it is simple to use and the only thing i  can complain about is the recording time of the dvds.  I have used it to record my sons football games as well as the girlscheerleading.  the touch screen makes the recording process much easier than the basic recorder.  the sound on in recorder is pretty good and the quality of the videos is very good.  i am not much of a technology person.  i like things that are simple to use.  quick when  you need that impulse moment and also kid friendly. … read full review »

From afar, the right side of the HV20 has a familiar horizontal design akin to the Sony HC7, albeit with a fresh coat of silver paint. These camcorders have similar tape hatch designs. Only on the HV20, you'll find the microphone jack, AV/headphone jack, and component terminal hiding behind a rubberized port cover toward the lens end of the camcorder. Although we've blasted Canon in the past for equipping their camcorders with flimsy plastic port covers, the HV20 proudly sports a burly, flexible enclosure. Mounting both the mic and headphone jacks in one location is easy on the memory. But… read full review »

I have the 30 GB HDD version.  It has the widescreen recording option and has the LCD touchscreen for viewing.  I absolutely love this camera.  It has been so easy to record signigicant family events in the year that we have owned it now.  The included software is adequate for transferring to computer or direct burn to DVD.  If you want to do any editing you will need 3rd party software.  The camera works well indoors and outdoors in most any kind of lighting.  Unless you have a HD DVD burner that would warrent getting the HD version, this is the camera to… read full review »

Its a great product, but only draw back is that the dvd time shoud be longer , or make such a technology so that we can use flash drives instead od DVDs. Flash drive have more memory space and easy to copy. its easy to carry and store. It will also be easy to reuse. In the cancorder we need to specifically buy small dvds, but with flash drives we can use any flash drive even the ones we ahve at home. Flash drives has memeory up to 8 GB. this saves us from carring lot od DVDs. The product has good picture qulaity. it should be made more break resistance. And the battery life should be… read full review »

My friend has one of these and it is just awesome! It's small ande compact and it takes some of the best video that I have seen in a long time. I borrow it every chance I get........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... — .......................................................................................................................... —… read full review »

I personaly perfer the hd version of this camcorder. but for the lower price, this ones not bad. It all depends if your in for quality or the cheap price. It's very computer friendly, and is easy to hook to a tv. The battery life is fair, and the dvd time is very poor. Overall i liked my purchase but a year later i upgraded to a sony hd camcorder. Know what your getting into, because it's not cheap. Its not a toy, and i reccomend getting a high warranty. Also, i reccomend getting a tripod and carrying case for the ultimate experience with this camera.… read full review »

Anyone wishing to do home memories should get one of these, it is so easy to use,the picture is great, the price is great fro what you get, go compare and you will see it is as great as the more higher price ones I have had other dvd recorders that did not have as great quality  as this one and where somewhat complicated, I have many grandkids and love taking unexpected videos and this one makes it possible to video in a hurry when they are not expecting , those are some of the best...Maria… read full review »

Just bought a Sony Handycam 408.  Makes great quality videos directly to DVD.  Very simple to use.  Has a nice touch screen interface.  The DVDs are a bit pricey, but the camcorder ewasily connects to a DVD burner to write to larger DVDs.  you can then re-use the DVD-RW.  Also, takes nice pictures if you buy the memory card.  You can also take a few pictures while you're recording video.  I've been very pleased so… read full review »

This camecorder is very easy to use. The playback feature is awesome. The sound quality is perfect. We found the external wireless microphone perfect for video taping at a wedding. And the externa night lights is great. The night feature is hard t get used to, but once you do you will be glad you have it. Our favorite accesory is the Underwater Camera case. We went scuba diving, and the images… read full review »

The camera is great and the movie quality is super.  The stills could be sharper.  It is really easy to use I let my youngest use it with supervision and he has no trouble.  I love it!  I took it with me to our annual Hot air Balloon festival and I got some great shots.  My youngest took some amazing pictures, I had trouble distinguishing them from my… read full review »

easy to use camera for all your family occasions.  older kids can also use with ease.  small enough to go any where with you, although i suggest a camera bag.  great picture quality and color.  not too expensive.  of course it also makes a great gift.  the next time your out at that family gathering or at holiday parties, this is your date. —… read full review »

The handycam is great! It is small and lightweight, but big on quality! I highly recommend this product to new moms, old moms and grandparents! It is small enough to take anywhere! The battery charges quickly and has excellent life. You can playback on the LCD and watch only portions of what you have recorded! If equipped the nightvision is also great!… read full review »