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Sony DCR TRV80

Sony DCR TRV80

  • 5 out of 5
"used for speed channel"
  • 5 out of 5
"Good sound pick-up"
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Editors' Comments

The highly rated Sony DCR-TRV80 produces 2-megapixel still pictures and terrific video. With Bluetooth wireless capability, a 3.5 inch LCD screen, and an efficient image stabilizer system, this camcorder's feature set should keep serious home movie makers very happy.

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Specifications

  • 1.08 megapixels (effective)
  • 10x optical/120x digital zoom
  • Mini DV format
  • 3.5" LCD
  • auto and manual focus
  • electronic image stabilization
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  • 4.25 out of 5

Average rating based on 20 total reviews: 4.25/5

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  • 5 out of 5
used for speed channel ( - 11/22/05)

I am a professional videographer and have taken my TRV80 with me on several Speed Channel shoots as a supplement cam to my digicam. This... read more

  • 5 out of 5
Good sound pick-up ( - 9/15/05)

My TRV80 has delivered the quality color and image, but I'm even more delighted by the quality of the sound. I've shot live music at... read more

  • 2 out of 5
Unreliable ( - 9/1/05)

Mine keeps breaking down. This is the third time I've had to return it to be repaired. Sony takes about 6 to 8 weeks to... read more

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Professional Reviews

  • 4 out of 5
The DCR-TRV80 handles well (CamcorderInfo.com - 9/24/03)

A first look at the Sony TRV80 and a nice rundown of its features. No final judgment is made because the reviewer has not yet had a chance to test its video quality. read original review

  • 3.9 out of 5
Hard-to-get-wrong video, halfway decent photos, and plenty of useful gadgetry (CNET - 9/24/03)

Thumbs-up for the capable Sony DCR-TRV80, which boasts a fast autofocus, "sharp" LCD screen, and "rock solid" image stabilization. read original review

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