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Sony DCR-SR220

Sony DCR-SR220

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HQ Grade: B
A is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of camcorders.
B means they are good, with some standout features.
C means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth.
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Editors' Comments

Another, more affordable hybrid camcorder makes it's way onto Sony's starting lineup of hard disk camcorders. Along with with ability to record up to 41 hours (LP mode) on it's 40GB hard drive, the DCR-SR220 has Sony face detection technology that can identify and properly focus on up to eight faces in the scene.

It's 4 megapixel still camera... read more

Specifications

  • Sony face detection technology for video and photos; identifies up to eight faces and corrects focus, exposure, color control, and when photos are taken, flash control
  • Hybrid movie recording on Memory Stick media card and built-in 40GB hard disk drive, which can hold up to 41 hours of video (LP mode)
  • 4-megapixel photo capture with 2-megapixel Sony ClearVid CMOS sensor technology
  • Records in Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound with built-in zoom microphone for clear recordings of subjects
  • Super SteadyShot optical image stabilization for smooth video and photos
  • Simultaneous dual record mode (movie and 3-megapixel photos) and slow motion video (240 fps) with audio
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Answered Questions for the DCR-SR220

Q: Date Stamp
A: The procedure to display or remove the date and time during playback varies depending on the type of camcorder... read more
Q: Will the Sony DCR-SR220 work with a Mac running Leopard?
A: Best is to check the Apple iMovie Camcorder compatibility page. The 220 isn't listed, but models 100-300 are with two... read more
Q: Doe this model have the NightShot capabilities?
A: I'm not so sure. If you take a look at the Specs & Features at Sony's website, there is no... read more

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Open Questions for the DCR-SR220

Q: Transfer the files without a PC?
1 point for best answer - 3 replies
Q: will sr220 work in india?
20 points for best answer - 3 replies

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2.5 out of 5 642 Store Reviews Dell Electronics and Accessories $649.99 Go!
4.5 out of 5 892 Store Reviews PCNation $658.51 Go!
4.5 out of 5 147 Store Reviews OneCall $634.77 Go!
3.0 out of 5 136 Store Reviews Amazon Marketplace $634.77 Go!
3.5 out of 5 637 Store Reviews Circuit City $729.99 Go!
4.5 out of 5 409 Store Reviews Abt Electronics.com $649.00 Go!
5.0 out of 5 2378 Store Reviews Crutchfield $699.99 Go!
2.0 out of 5 269 Store Reviews Sears $799.99 Go!
4.5 out of 5 3490 Store Reviews B&H Photo-Video-Pro Audio $649.95 Go!
5.0 out of 5 1354 Store Reviews Profeel $709.95 Go!

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