Strengths: Digital, Mini DV, NTSC, 1 x CCD, Up to 1.92 Megapixels Still Shots, 10x Optical Zoom, 1 lb. , Battery life: Up to 2.08 Hours.Overall Evaluation: The DCR-TRV70 MiniDV Handycam® Camcorder gives you a huge, easy-to-view color SwivelScreen? LCD and a massive 2.0 megapixel resolution, delivering exceptional-quality digital video, digital audio, and digital still images everytime you turn it on. It brings home the functionality of a digital still camera and digital camcorder all in one amazingly compact package. Sony ingenuity makes it ultra-functional, with convenient tools and powerful performance capabilities ranging from an advanced Carl Zeiss? T* Lens ? which makes it possible to shoot video in more natural and true-to-life conditions ? Memory Stick® Media storage, an intelligent pop-up flash and a new touch panel (with included stylus) that can be used to access the functions of the camcorder. This network-ready camcorder also features Hologram AF for sharper focus, while the Super NightShot® 0 Lux system allows you to take beautiful video images in the dark. Kit includes: DCR-TRV70 Camcorder and free carrying case.
The CCD produces wonderful looking video under good lighting conditions and the low light performance, although not as good as it could be - is certainly acceptable. The 2 Megapixel CCD produces really great looking stills, and if you are shopping for a still camera camcorder hybrid, the DCR-TRV70 is a great choice. However, if you're on a budget, I would recommend saving money and going with the DCR-TRV38 or the DCR-TRV39 - both of which are much better buys. The DCR-TRV70 offers really solid performance, however it's disappointing manual control and it's one CCD can't compete with the Panasonic PV-DV953, the clear leader in this price category. Although I would recommend the PV-DV953 over the DCR-TRV70 as an overall better camcorder, the DCR-TRV70 is still a good choice - especially if you are really into still photography in your camcorder.
Price Range: $938 - $938
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