Sony - Handycam DCR-DVD108 DVD Camcorder Reviews

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4.33 of 5 (by 15 users)

Sony - Handycam DCR-DVD108 DVD Camcorder Review Summary

The Sony Handycam DCR-DVD108 Camcorder is a handheld camera that can create DVD's that can go straight into a DVD player and work. For the budget conscious, and the beginning users, this is a great camcorder that is also easy to use. The sleekness and compact feeling of this Sony Handycam really had reviewers buzzing, and they also loved that the zoom button worked so well. A self-explanatory camera that just about every reviewer enjoyed using and still does, this Sony camcorder has proven to be very durable, and of the highest quality. If you aren't convinced, you can also check out other reviews of Sony Camcorders and Sony Handycams on ViewPoints.

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Favorable Review

Homemade dvd's look professional using this handycam!

NOV

2007

I'm a single parent and I was shopping around for a hand held camcorder that would meet my expectations in both quality homemade dvd's and my budget! My Sony was affordable and well worth the purchase. The camcorder is easy to use (not a lot of buttons to figure out) and with a click of a finger...

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a person who enjoys quality, impressed with this product

pogobum72
Waynesville, NC

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Critical Review

Sony should be ashamed of putting thir name on this.

MAR

2008

i bought this camcorder a while back and only kept it for 3 days. Needless to say I was very dissappointed.First off,it is useless in low light conditions. i tried to record in my living room which had 2 lamps on in it and it was so grainy that it compared to a low budget webcam . Yes, i understand it... review »

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splash1124
Morgantown, WV

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Fine camcorder, minor battery complaint

a bargain hunter, a busy person, Every day computer user, a comparison shopper, a person who enjoys quality

DEC

2007

The LCD screen on my one-year-old DCR-HC21 miniDV camcorder stopped working so I figured it was a good time to upgrade to a mini DVD camcorder I've been wanting for a while. The DVD108 is great, and so much more user-friendly than a miniDV camcorder. I love that there's no more rewinding, fast-forwarding or searching for scenes on a tape. There are nice thumbnail images on the DVD making it easy to find scenes. Also there's a play button in record mode, so no need to toggle the dial back and forth between play and record. And it's nice to be able to review scenes, then start recording again right... review »

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terraMAC
Somerville, MA

Best little camera ever

not very handy

MAY

2009

This little Sony Handy Cam/Digital camera is one of the best things invented since sliced bread. This little camera takes still pictures on memory card, as well as, video on mini dvds. These little dvds fit into your computer port and play very easy for copying or just playing. You can also take stills on the memory card and if you have a mini lab take it right out and print out your pictures. I bought a tripod for this gem and took a completely wonderful video of my sons Christmas Concert at school. This video turned out to be a family keep sake my wife downladed it onto the computer and then...

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sdwalden
Kempner, TX

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Not just a product--a memory maker!

impressed with this product, practical, a bargain hunter, a busy person

NOV

2007

I love that the DVD's can go straight from the camera to the DVD player. It can perform a few advanced functions (fade-ins, fade-outs, etc.). However, there is also the basic functions for everyday users like me. You can even switch the menu from "advanced" to "basic" so that if you're operating it with basic functions, you don't have all those advanced options to have to scroll through. I do not use it enough at night to justify buying the flash. So, I was pleased to find when tinkering with it one night that it has a "back light switch" that does give a decent nighttime picture without... review »

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bjlhymel
Thibodaux, LA

Nice product for good price

a comparison shopper, a person who enjoys quality, cost-conscious, Every day computer user

DEC

2007

I got this thing...last month, I liked it, i m not like professional in this matter...i enjoy this prodcut

The one feature in which it did not live up to our expectations was for the still photographs. Although it can take stills, the quality of the stills is nowhere near as high as the quality of the video. An advantage of the photographic capability is that you can fit about 20,000 photos on the typical size of memory stick available now.

In addition to the high quality hardware, the supplied software is also excellent, ease of use, and practically runs itself. It does almost everything you would...

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temp
Carlsbad, CA

great little camcorder

practical, beginner-user, budget conscious, a comparison shopper, a person who enjoys quality, married, not rich, willing to pay for quality

NOV

2007

THIS IS THE FIRST CAMCORDER WE HAVE EVER BOUGHT AND IT SEEMS TO BE VERY EASY TO USE AND WE HAVE HAD NO PROBLEMS FOLLOWING THE INSTRUCTIONS .IT IS A VERY GOOD VALUE FOR THE MONEY . WE PRICE SHOPPED FOR QUITE A WHILE TO MAKE SURE WE GOT EVERYTHING WE WANTED FOR A PRICE WE COULD AFFORD.ITS COMPACT SIZE WILL MAKE IT EASY TO TRAVEL WITH AND IT IS LIGHT WEIGHT ALSO. WE LIKE THE FACT THAT WITH THE CLICK OF A FINGER YOU CAND SWITCH TO STILL PICTURES THAT CAN BE STORED ON THE MEMORY CARD SO THERE IS NO NEED TO CARRY A CAMERA ALSO.THIS IS A GREAT ITEM FOR TRAVELING GRANDPARENTS LIKE US AS WELL AS FOR FAMILIES...

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qwillett
Elizabeth City, NC

Give your eyes a break, capture the world through Sony's eye

a comparison shopper, a person who enjoys quality, Every day computer user, practical

DEC

2007

I had the old Sony Hi 8mm bought in 1998 and was impressed with its quality only now replaced that with the DCR-DVD108. It's sleek and compact. Like its video quality in low light (especially indoor). Just chaning the discs every 30 mins is a bit a of problem while recording my daughter's singing concert that went for about 60 mins. I still have the Hi 8mm which is bit bulky compared to the 108 but records a lot longer. Zoom button should have been where the on/off switch is. So it will be easy for the index finger to access it. I love the 40x Optical Zoom. It's rare to see this kind of zoom in... review »

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saksks
Little Rock, AR

I love it!

a comparison shopper, married, impressed with this product, not rich, cost-conscious, a home owner

DEC

2007

This product is wonderful and easy to use. The DVD's just pop out and go directly into the DVD player after you've finished recording. The DVD's only hold approximately 30 minutes of information at a time. It is so easy and convenient. I love it. I purchased the higher priced model by Sony and plan to use it for years to come. It would be nice to see DVD's which hold longer amounts of recorded time in the future. I recommend the purchase of an extra battery and handy plug in charger for added convenience. A+++

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klcmebay
Kansas City, MO

its awesomly great for beginners

happy to play with my kids, a person who enjoys quality, a bargain hunter, cost-conscious, practical, a home owner, enjoy taking home videos

DEC

2007

it really is good for beginners and does the trick i wasnt upset after buying this an i would recommend this to a friend and or give as a gift!

the features are basically self explaintory and even without reading the instructions(i dont recommend not reading them) its easy to figure out.

definetly get this product an you wont be sorry

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JABBER
Selden, NY

Sony - Handycam DCR-DVD108 DVD Camcorder is the best

Every day computer user

JAN

2009

I bought the Sony - Handycam DCR-DVD108 DVD Camcorder a year ago, and i loved it. It has a lot of features, it is really easy to use. I've never used it as a camera so i can't say anything about it. But everything i recorded came out perfectly fine. It's a good quality and not a bad price. i take this camera with me everywhere.

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Elmirazan
Lebanon, PA

I love this camera

a bargain hunter, loving this product, beginner-user, happy to play with my kids, a busy person, a home owner, cost-conscious, enjoy taking home videos

DEC

2007

This product is very resonable in cost. It is very durable, high quality. Fun to use, my children even use it. I highly recomend this product to everyone includung family and friends. I got this camera as a birthday gift. I love the fact that I can see my videos right from the same disk that i record on.

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carlactmh1
Vale, OR

Great Camcorder

MAR

2008

This camcorder is really good for the price and it has an easy button for people who are not good with camcoders. There is also a touch screen in the camcorder ang you can turn the screen so you can see yourself. It also has a built in lens cover and you don't have to worry about lossing it.

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tom1300
San Bernardino, CA

It was the best Christmas gift I have been given in years

Every day computer user, a busy person, loving this product, enjoy taking home videos, parent of three or more, a busy professional

DEC

2007

This product was the best Christmas Gift I had recieved in a long time. It is light weight and compact. It is easy to use. The buttons are clealy marked and easy to find. This camera recorded very clear pictures which gave me a good experience using it.

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jsuek01
East Liverpool, OH

Easy to use-beautiful results!

Every day computer user

MAR

2008

This unit is easy to use. Tiltler is simple and quick. Viewfinder is bright and swivels in any direction. Writing & finalizing a disc is a snap. Great overall quality!

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mac900
Virginia Beach, VA

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Brand Name	Sony
Product Name	Handycam DCR-DVD108 DVD Camcorder
Digital zoom	800 - 2,000 X
Features	Built-in microphone and speakers
Optical zoom	25 - 40 X
Screen size	1.5 - 2.5 in.
Type	DVD Camcorder
Key Features	Recording Format DVD Recording System NTSC CCD Quantity 1 Memory Still Resolution 0.31 Megapixels Optical Zoom 40x Weight 16 lb. Sensor Quantity 1 Family Line Sony Handycam
CCD	CCD Quantity 1 CCD Size 1/6" CCD Pixels 680K pixels Sensor Quantity 1 Sensor Size 1/6" Number of Pixels 680K pixels
LCD / Viewfinder	Display Type With LCD Screen LCD Panel Size 2.5 in. Color Viewfinder With Color Viewfinder
Lens	Optical Zoom 40x Digital Zoom 2,000x
Video Modes	Recording Speed SP Image Stabilizer Digital Image Stabilizer Low Lux 3 Lux Night Shot With Night Shot
Memory Photography	Digital Still Shot Mode With Still Shot Capability Memory Card Type Memory Stick Pro Memory Still Resolution 0.31 Megapixels Max Still Image Size 640 x 480 MPEG Movie Mode With MPEG Movie Mode
Interfaces	Output Interfaces Composite (Video) Input Interfaces USB 2.0 Microphone Type Internal
Dimensions	Width 2.25 in. Depth 5.25 in. Height 3.63 in. Weight 16 lb.
Miscellaneous	Included Accessories Lithium Propriety Battery Product ID 40446092 Release Date February, 2007 UPC 843477003521 Family Line Sony Handycam
Power Supply	Battery Type Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
Warranty	Warranty 90 Days
Product MPN	MPN DCRDVD108

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