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Compare Sony Digital8® Handycam® DCR-TRV480E Digital-8 Camcorder to Sony Handycam® HDR-SR8E (100 GB) Camcorder

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Sony Digital8® Handycam® DCR-TRV480E Digital-8 Camcorder

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Sony Handycam® HDR-SR8E (100 GB) Camcorder
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Product Description   
 
The Sony DCR-TRV480E (DCRTRV480E) camcorder is fully equipped with the latest Sony technology. Fully backwards compatible with the earlier 8mm and Hi8 analogue formats, not only you can use... More
The Sony DCR-TRV480E (DCRTRV480E) camcorder is fully equipped with the latest Sony technology. Fully backwards compatible with the earlier 8mm and Hi8 analogue formats, not only you can use these tapes in your new camcorder, you can transfer your old movies to your PC. Less
They’re beautifully small with stylish looks to match. Despite their ultra-compact size, the gorgeous-looking HDR-SR8E capture the longest HD recording hours ever.
Product MPN   
MPN VRDVC20KIT5 HDR-SR8E
Key Features   
Camcorder Type   What is "Camcorder Type"? Digital Unknown
Recording Format   What is "Recording Format"? Digital-8 Unknown
Recording System   What is "Recording System"? PAL Unknown
HDD Size Unknown 100 GB
Sensor Quantity   What is "Sensor Quantity"? 1 Unknown
Memory Still Resolution 0.31 Megapixels 6.08 Megapixels
Optical Zoom   What is "Optical Zoom"? 20x 10x
Weight Unknown 1.17 lb.
CCD   
Sensor Quantity   What is "Sensor Quantity"? 1 Unknown
Number of Pixels   What is "Number of Pixels"? 540K pixels Unknown
LCD / Viewfinder   
Display Type   What is "Display Type"? With LCD Screen With LCD Screen
LCD Panel Size   What is "LCD Panel Size"? 2.5 in. 2.7 in.
Lens   
Optical Zoom   What is "Optical Zoom"? 20x 10x
Digital Zoom   What is "Digital Zoom"? 990x 20x
Lens Focal Length Unknown 5.4 - 54 mm
Filter Diameter 37 mm Unknown
Video Modes   
Recording Speed   What is "Recording Speed"? SP Unknown
Image Stabilizer   What is "Image Stabilizer"? With Image Stabilizer Optical Image Stabilizer
Low Lux   What is "Low Lux"? Unknown 2 Lux
Night Shot   What is "Night Shot"? With Night Shot With Night Shot
Audio   
Audio Format   What is "Audio Format"? Unknown 5.1 Surround Sound
Memory Photography   
Memory Card Type   What is "Memory Card Type"? Memory Stick Memory Stick Duo • Memory Stick Pro
Digital Still Shot Mode   What is "Digital Still Shot Mode"? With Still Shot Capability With Still Shot Capability
Memory Still Resolution 0.31 Megapixels 6.08 Megapixels
Max Still Image Size   What is "Max Still Image Size"? 640 x 480 2848 x 2136
MPEG Movie Mode Resolution   What is "MPEG Movie Mode Resolution"? Unknown 640 x 480 (VGA)
MPEG Movie Mode   What is "MPEG Movie Mode"? Without MPEG Movie Mode With MPEG Movie Mode
Interfaces   
Output Interfaces Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / i.Link • USB S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • Component • USB 2.0 • HDMI
Input Interfaces Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / iLink USB 2.0
Microphone Type Internal Internal • External/Optional
Power Supply   
Battery Type   What is "Battery Type"? Proprietary Lithium Unknown
Dimensions   
Weight Unknown 1.17 lb.
Warranty   
Warranty 1 Year Unknown
Miscellaneous   
Family Line Unknown Sony Handycam
Included Accessories Software USB Cable • A/V Cable • AC Power Adapter
Release Date February, 2005 Unknown
UPC 027242666658 Unknown
Product ID 23480286 41839364
 
Product Reviews
Sony Digital8 DCR-TRV480E Image
Sony Digital8® Handycam® DCR-TRV480E Digital-8 Camcorder
4/5 stars
2 reviews
Sony HDR-SR8E Image
Sony Handycam® HDR-SR8E (100 GB) Camcorder
5/5 stars
1 review

Excellent buy for the price

by djhpr , Feb 14, 2007
Pros: Backward compatibility, plenty of In- and Outputs, DV quality on Hi-8 MP tapes, Nightshot Plus
Cons: Lenscap clip, no windnoise button, original battery too weak, bigger ones too expensive.
The Bottom Line: Ideal budget model for families to preserve and upgrade from Hi-8 to the digital DV format.
This reviewer recommends this product.
Review: I bought the TRV 480E in 2005 while in Germany, because my CCD-TR750 Hi -8 packed up after 10 years. This model is in essence an upgrade of the TRV 460 and delivers excellent features for a budget price. Transfer to DVD is easy, provided you use a...
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Author's Rating: 4/5 stars  

Good Investment

by rdcox , Jun 28, 2005
Pros: Playback quality, easy to use, affordable
Cons: camera needed to play tapes on television (highly recommend purchasing a DVD burner)
This reviewer recommends this product.
Review: My wife and I have been very happy with our Sony Handycam DCR-TRV480 we purchased from Wal-Mart. Prior to our purchase we tried a couple of Camcorders that were more expensive and were not happy with the playback results. The Handycam is very easy...
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Author's Rating: 4/5 stars  
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So Far So Good

by jclowers , Jul 25, 2007
Pros: Incredible picture Easy to use "Easy Button" Feels solid and complete
Cons: Expensive Expensive
The Bottom Line: If you are in the market for a new camcorder, I would (and did) pick this up. Expensive but beautiful.
This reviewer recommends this product.
Review: This is for the HDR-SR8 Camcorder (don't know what the E designation is).

I have really enjoyed this camcorder so far. I really wish I had a complaint to share. The only think that I have to complain about is the price. It is a bit...
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Author's Rating: 5/5 stars  
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