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    Media type: Mini DV, Optical zoom: 10x, Sensor resolution: 2.1 Megapixels, HD Recording: With HD Recording, Digital zoom: 80x, Weight: 530g, Image stabiliser: Digital, Screen size: 2.7'' ...

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Sony HDR-HC5 product specifications

Product Name : Sony HDR-HC5
Lowest Price : £0Show all prices »
Product Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (2 Ratings)
Category: Camcorder
Brand: Sony
Viewfinder technology: LCD Monitor
Optical zoom: 10x
Digital zoom: 80x
Media type: Mini DV
Video input type: Digital Video Camera
Sensor resolution: 2.1 Megapixels
HD Recording: With HD Recording
Weight: 530g
Viewfinder: Colour Viewfinder
Screen size: 2.7''
Optical sensor: CMOS
Optical sensor size: 1/3"
Connectivity: S-Video , USB 2.0 , HDMI
Image stabiliser: Digital
Minimum illumination rating: 2 lux
Lens aperture: F/1.8-2.9
Min focal length: 5.1mm
Max focal length: 51mm
Video format: MPEG-1
Still image format: JPEG
Maximum stills resolution: 2304 x 1728
Supported flash memory: Memory Stick Duo
Remote control: With Remote Control
Battery type: Lithium Ion
Width: 8.2cm
Depth : 13.4cm
Height: 8.2cm
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    • October 2009 en

      Review summary of Sony HDR-HC5E

      By alaTest

      Review summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 84 reviews of Sony HDR-HC5E from international magazines and websites.

      Verdict: The average review rating is 7.8/10. Comparing these reviews to 103109 other Camcorders reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 87/100 (or 8.7 out of 10) = Very Good Quality.

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    • November 2007 en

      Sony HDR-HC5 Camcorder Review - Sony HDV Camcorders

      By David Kender

      Review summary: The Sony HDR-HC5, a high definition camcorder using the tape-based HDV format, is a key model in the company's lineup. While the HDR-HC7 ($1,299 MSRP) is the flagship HD camcorder, the HC5 is priced at $999, just below that magical $1,000 point at ...

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    • April 2007 en

      Sony HDR-HC5E

      By Ben Russell

      Pros: HD 1080i recording, great battery life and feature set

      Cons: Expensive, colour representation lacking in some areas

      Verdict: The HDR-HC5E is a quality product, but it comes at a price. Despite a few flaws with colours, this camera performs very well in comparison to most camcorders. For those who can afford it, it's a great unit.

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      Sony Handycam HDR-HC5

      Review summary: New Consumer Models Feature Advanced 1080i HD Video and Photo Capabilities

      Verdict: All four new models exemplify the ClearVid benefits of smooth slow record and dual record modes. With the smooth slow record function, you can create slow motion video by playing back short video clips at 240 frames per second. Newly added this year ...

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