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Sony Handycam NEX-VG10

Sony Handycam NEX-VG10
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alaScore 89

180 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 180 reviews of Sony Handycam NEX-VG10. The average rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. Views about the image quality and design are generally positive. The size and price are also mentioned favorably. Many are less positive about the color and battery. Opinions about the memory and reliability are mixed.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Sony Handycam NEX-VG10 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Sony Handycam NEX-VG10

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 34 user reviews of Sony Handycam NEX-VG10 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com. People are impressed by the image quality and design. The price and zoom are also appreciated, but some have doubts about the battery and memory.

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68% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : StuffTV (stuff.tv)

Sony NEX-VG10 review

 

Awesome hi-def shooter with a neat lens-swapping trick

Jan, 2011
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Expert review by : Tim Moynihan (techadvisor.co.uk)

Sony NEX-VG10 review

 

In the past few years, video-capable DSLRs and compact interchangeable-lens cameras have gained momentum in the world of filmmaking: they have big sensors, shallow depth-of-field capabilities, versatile interchangeable lenses, and affordable prices...

The Sony NEX-VG10 is slated for availability in September for $2000 (£1,296 ex VAT); that's about one-third of the rumoured price for Panasonic's interchangeable-lens AG-AF100 camcorder, which doesn't have official pricing or release-date information...

Jul, 2010
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Sony Handycam NEX-VG10

 

Esta videocámara puede ser considerada como un sistema de imagen “convergente” perfecto, con capacidad para servir tanto en el mundo de la fotografía como del vídeo. La novedosa NEX-VG10 utiliza en gran medida la electrónica de la Sony NEX-5 CSC, el...

Apr, 2011
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Expert review by : Akihabara News (akihabaranews.com)

[Review] Sony NEX-VG10, Video with style and performance

 

We had been using a “professional” broadcast P2 camera for a very long period of time at AkihabaraNews, but with the Canon 5D MKII, we have ditched these bulky and expensive cameras and now get along with cheaper and more versatile DLS

Aug, 2010
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Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com)

Sony Handycam NEX-VG10 (with 18-200mm Lens) review: Sony Handycam NEX-VG10 (with 18-200mm Lens)

 

Sony Handycam NEX-VG10 (with 18-200mm Lens)

The ; brings interchangeable-lens flexibility to camcorders at a prosumer price.

Though it's priced like a high-end camcorder, with the exception of the lenses the VG10's feature set and video quality don't match that of much cheaper models.

A solid first effort in a nascent category, the Sony Handycam NEX-VG10 nevertheless needs some conceptual refinement.

Jun, 2011
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Expert review by : William Chambers (steves-digicams.com)

Sony Handycam NEX-VG10 Preview

 

Sony has just unveiled the World's first interchangeable lens HD digital camcorder, the NEX-VG10. This unit shares many of its specifications with its Alpha brethren, the NEX-3 and NEX-5. These include Sony's APS-C sized (23.4x15.6mm) Exmor CMOS image...

Jul, 2010
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Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com.au)

Sony Handycam NEX-VG10 (with 18-200mm Lens) review: Sony Handycam NEX-VG10 (with 18-200mm Lens)

 

Sony Handycam NEX-VG10 (with 18-200mm Lens)

The ; brings interchangeable-lens flexibility to camcorders at a prosumer price.

Though it's priced like a high-end camcorder, with the exception of the lenses the VG10's feature set and video quality don't match that of much cheaper models.

A solid first effort in a nascent category, the Sony Handycam NEX-VG10 nevertheless needs some conceptual refinement.

Jun, 2011
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Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com.au)

Sony Handycam NEX-VG10

 

Using Sony's recently launched E-mount lens range for its NEX still cameras, the NEX-VG10 promises to be the first consumer camcorder on the market to support lens swapping.

Via CNET US

Jul, 2010
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Expert review by : Ken Rockwell (kenrockwell.com)

Sony NEX-VG10 HD AVCHD Camcorder

 

I spent decades in Hollywood designing major studios and networks for a living, but I'm not a video editor. I have no real idea what anyone would do with the AVCHD files this camera makes. Personally, I have no time to import files to a computer; I...

Jan, 2012
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Expert review by : Videomaker (videomaker.com)

Sony NEX-VG10 Camcorder with Interchangeable Lens Reviewed

 

If you're looking for near-prosumer performance on a sub-prosumer budget then you'll want to have a serious look at the Sony NEX-VG10.

Interchangeable lenses, Large sensor - very shallow depth of field, User friendly, intuitive controls

Should have a power zoom to minimize wrist rotation, Handheld use picks up substantial handling noise, May be a bit pricey for the strictly consumer market

Sep, 2011
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