Sony CCD-TRV67 Hi8 Video Camera Recorder
Mar 20 '00
This is my very first camcorder. I have waited quite a few years for the prices to come down but need finally caused me to start shopping. About one year ago I needed the use of a video recorder and borrowed one from a friend. It was a Sony, so when I started shopping Sony was the brand I looked at first.
Shopping
As anyone knows, who have been shopping or buying a video recorder, there are many different brands and models on the market. They have price ranges from $279 to $1400 and more depending on the quality and features you are looking for. Don't get frustrated, take your time and ask questions and take notes. When you've gathered all your information sit down, refer to your notes and make your best informed decision. I did, and it was the Sony CCD-TRV87 Hi8.
Specifications
System: Hi8
Battery: 2 hr. *Lithium ion battery pack (*Sony Trademark)
You can buy a 4 hour battery for about $59.99
Charger: AC recharger (comes with camera)
Viewer: multi-position eyepiece viewer and color LCD
Built in light
20x zoom plus digital zoom by menu settings
Other Features
Basic kit comes with a wireless remote commander, a/v connecting cable, carrying strap, and a very detailed instruction manual. With this camera you can make all sort of special recording choices.
- Imprint recording with date/time
- Record in the dark using Nightshot mode
- You can use several standard titles or create your own
- A fader function which returns to normal mode when complete
There are several different types to choose from.
- The LCD screen has brightness controls and volume controls for playback.
- Numerous special effects like pastel, neg. art, B&W, slim, stretch
- Several shooting modes;
- Spotlight mode for shooting in theater with strong stage lights
- Soft portrait mode gives sharp subject with soft background
- Sports lesson mode minimizes shaking on fast moving subjects
- Beach & Ski mode prevents dark faces in strong light
- Sunset & moon mode for recording sunsets and general night views
- Landscape mode for recording distant objects like mountains and
prevents the camcorder from focusing on glass like a window.
Overall
I have only used video camera recorder a couple of times but I have been very pleased with it's performance. The unit is light weight and easy to hold for long periods of time without shaking. The microphone picks up even gentile voices at a good distance (recording in theater). The quality of music is very good when playing on lcd or hooking up to TV. One of my projects is to video record all my belongings in the house for insurance purposes especially the electronics and my comic book collection.
There are better and more expensive on the market, but from what I see the Sony CCD-TRV67 will fulfill my needs and
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