Top Sony Handycam DCR-HC52 Camcorder Reviews

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Camcorder Summary:
The Sony Handycam DCR-HC52 is a Mini DV Tape camcorder with a 680K-pixel CCD imager and 40x optical zoom. It is designed for families who are either looking to buy their first camcorder or are currently using a mini DV camcorder and enjoy video editing with tape. The HC52 features an on-screen usage guide, a color viewfinder, and Super SteadyShot image stabilization. It will be available in February 2008 for about $250.

Sony Handycam DCR-HC52 News Release Summary:
New Sony Mini DV Tape Camcorder Suits the Needs of Family Videographers

LAS VEGAS (CES Booth 14200), Jan. 6, 2008 – Sony is introducing two mini DV Handycam models with feature sets that provide great value for the investment.

The new DCR-HC52 model packs in a powerful 40x optical Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar zoom lens to easily zoom onto distant subjects with minimal loss of picture quality. It has a 680K-pixel CCD imager and a 2.5-inch LCD touch panel screen.

“These camcorders are a perfect for families who are either looking to buy their first camcorder or are currently using a mini DV camcorder and enjoy video editing with tape,” said Kelly Davis, director of camcorder marketing at Sony Electronics.

Both models include a helpful, on-screen usage guide that explains the menu functions, Super SteadyShot image stabilization for smoother video, and color viewfinders.

The addition of the HC52 model brings Sony’s standard-definition mini DV line in 2008 up to three models, including the prosumer DCR-VX2100 camcorder.

The new DCR-HC52 model will be available at retail in February for about $250. It can be purchased with a full array of accessories online at sonystyle.com, at Sony Style retail stores (sonystyle.com/retail), at authorized dealers nationwide, and at military base exchanges. Pre-orders begin on Jan. 7 at www.sonystyle.com.
 

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