Sony Handycam DCR HC62E (Digital Compact Cameras)

Sony Handycam DCR HC62E
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Product Age Average review date: 28-10-2008

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alaScore 77

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143 reviews

May, 2012

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User Reviews (137)

Sony DCR-HC62

By Neil (reevoo.com) Read the full review

Very easy to use. Very easy to access menu for any changes. So far used it on holiday and had excellent results just as a point and shoot sort of camera. But there is a whole host of other facilities to use

Not found any so far. Still shots are rather poor being only 1 mega pixel but I bought it as a video . I have a still camera for those images

Jun, 2010 2010-06-19   4.5

Sony DCR-HC62

By Bill (reevoo.com) Read the full review

Easy to use with good menu.. Can record back onto cassette after editing

MUST HAVE A FIRE-WIRE CONNECTION!!!! I did not so had to have one fitted but even then have not managed to upload filming onto computer successfully (probably down to me). Screen reflective in high sunlight

Apr, 2010 2010-04-25   4

Sony DCR-HC62

By peter (reevoo.com) Read the full review

Good image quality, for a tape-based camcorder, when the light is good. Sound reasonable. Works on an apple mac

Image quality deteriorates in low light, with marked 'noise' and artefacts. Auto-focusing slow

Feb, 2010 2010-02-10   3.5

Manufacturer's Description

Simple and affordable DCR-HC62E is perfect for video fun. It offers Megapixel quality movies with powerful 25x Carl Zeiss lens. A touchscreen LCD and a high-quality widescreen color viewfinder make it easy to use. Widely available DV tapes make a great choice if you're into editing your own shots. DCR-HC62E also features DV (i.Link) input function for video editing with connected PC.

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alaTest has collected and analysed 143 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the value for money. The usability also gets good reviews, whereas there are some less positive reviews about the connectivity and flash. Opinions about the features and performance are mixed.

We analysed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Sony Handycam DCR HC62E is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 77/100 = Good quality.

May, 2012 2012-05-16 alaScore 77 3.9

Sony DCR-HC62E review

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MiniDV camcorders dominated the market for many years, so Sony has had ample time to tweak its designs. Because of this it's not surprising that the DCR-HC62E is compact, simple to use and comfortable to hold.

May, 2008 2008-05-23   5

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Sony Handycam DCR-HC62

By Michael Patrick Brady (laptopmag.com)

Excellent touchscreen interface, Thin, lightweight body, Impressive video quality, 1-megapixel still photos

Slightly underpowered 25X optical zoom, Requires Memory Stick flash cards

While both the Sony Handycam DCR-HC62 and JVC GR-D850 are almost equal in terms of video quality, the nearly $70 price difference between JVC's model and Sony's HC62 can be attributed to the latter's advanced LCD touchscreen. Consumers need to decide...

Jun, 2008 2008-06-13   4

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alaTest has collected and analysed 18 user reviews of the Sony Handycam DCR HC62E from amazon.co.uk. The user reviews were collected from Mar, 2008 to Dec, 2009. The average user rating from amazon.co.uk is 72 out of 100.

  14 Users positive 4 Users negative

alaTest has collected and analysed 7 user reviews of the Sony Handycam DCR HC62E from reevoo.com. The user reviews were collected from Dec, 2009 to Jun, 2010. The average user rating from reevoo.com is 84 out of 100.

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Sony DCR-HC62

Very easy to use. Very easy to access menu for any changes. So far used it on holiday and had excellent results just as a point and shoot sort of came

Sony DCR-HC62

Easy to use with good menu.. Can record back onto cassette after editing MUST HAVE A FIRE-WIRE CONNECTION!!!! I did not so had to have one fitted but

Sony DCR-HC62

Good image quality, for a tape-based camcorder, when the light is good. Sound reasonable. Works on an apple mac Image quality deteriorates in low ligh

Sony DCR-HC62

cheap easy to use and good quality images noise from tape mechanism can be heard on recordings

  7 Users positive

alaTest has collected and analysed 10 user reviews of the Sony Handycam DCR HC62E from cnet.com. The user reviews were collected from Mar, 2008 to Nov, 2009. The average user rating from cnet.com is 66 out of 100.

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very easy to use

don't dislike the product, but if anyone might know how to play while it's connected to the t.v., please give me some helpfull tips. according to the

great camera, with some short-commings

a nice camera in design, and reputation, the sony hc62 is a fine camera that offers a good amount of bang for the buck. It offers plenty of fader, spe

Sony Handycam DCR-HC62

So while it takes nice video you can't do anything with it except hook it to the TV and playback!!...

Nice basic camcorder. Need Firewire to get video..

So while it takes nice video you can't do anything with it except hook it to the TV and playback!! For me to put the videos on the computer it looks l

  8 Users positive 2 Users negative

alaTest has collected and analysed 31 user reviews of the Sony Handycam DCR HC62E from amazon.com. The user reviews were collected from Feb, 2008 to Oct, 2009. The average user rating from amazon.com is 81 out of 100.

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IR is cool

IR is cool I like the IR on this. I only gave 3 stars for Picture Quality only for cpature to Computer. There is a loss of color. I bought new high e

love this camera

love this camera This camera has very good video and sound quality. A long lasting battery life, and the timelapse mode is awesome.

horizontal bands in picture

horizontal bands in picture I've had the DCR-HC62 for a few months. I took it to the Grand Canyon, so yes, it was subjected to some dust. But about

Great Features

Great Features Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R17CBN0JK821ET This camera has great features but I mostly purchased it for work with ti

  27 Users positive 4 Users negative

alaTest has collected and analysed 12 user reviews of the Sony Handycam DCR HC62E from bestbuy.com. The user reviews were collected from Feb, 2008 to Jun, 2009. The average user rating from bestbuy.com is 98 out of 100.

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Best camera ever

"I like it . It's easy to set up, and good price. But the bad thing is it has a short battery life and scratches easily."

the review for Apple/Mac users!

"This product is absolutely fabulous! I'm a Mac user and wanted something that I could use for family, friends & hobbies that would easily connect wit

Whew got one before it's to late

"I had to purchase this camera to watch my old mini dv's before these cameras are discountinued. I wanted to purchase a upgrade using hard drive forma

Great Camera, Easy to use

"This is a great video camera. The format is very nice. Much better than recording straight to mini DVD. Tapes are cheaper, and can be re-used after y

  12 Users positive

alaTest has collected and analysed 21 user reviews of the Sony Handycam DCR HC62E from ciao.com. The user reviews were collected from Oct, 2008 to Mar, 2009. The average user rating from ciao.com is 86 out of 100.

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Comments about this camera

1  selection on the basis of need A clear choice before the cameras after their purchase of the main purposes are, if you buy only digital camera use

nice product Sony Handycam DCR HC62

So no one AGI klo sony handycam DCR HC62 mini-DV is very flexsibel to use. the full Sony Handycam DCR HC62mempunya some kenggulan the dialjabarkan bel

Sony Handycam DCR HC62

This is very best handycam in the world. sony handy cam dcr hc62 has big screen resolution with best picture quality. This have much more functionalit

Sony Handycam DCR HC62

Simple and affordable DCR-HC62E is perfect for video fun. It offers Megapixel quality movies with powerful 25x Carl Zeiss lens. A touchscreen LCD and

  21 Users positive

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of the Sony Handycam DCR HC62E from epinions.com. This user review was collected in 2009-02-20, with a rating of 80 out of 100.

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Nice Camcorder For The Price

I bought this camcorder so that our family will finally have one of its own (I feel bad that we haven't had one for so long). A camcorder will be the

  1 Users positive

alaTest has collected and analysed 3 user reviews of the Sony Handycam DCR HC62E from pricegrabber.com. The user reviews were collected from Jan, 2001 to Nov, 2008. The average user rating from pricegrabber.com is 80 out of 100.

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Good Price

QVC Todays Special Value on 11/23/08 price is 299.95 plus shipping. Ebay has several at 239 including shipping (new). So this is a good price but mayb

Good value camcorder for home videos

Great performance overall. Its biggest weakness in the shrinking class of budget miniDV camcorders is the lack of manual shutter speed control. Instea

Good value camcorder for home videos

Great performance overall. Its biggest weakness in the shrinking class of budget miniDV camcorders is the lack of manual shutter speed control. Instea

  3 Users positive

alaTest has collected and analysed 2 user reviews of the Sony Handycam DCR HC62E from reviewstream.com. The user reviews were collected from Jan, 2008 to Oct, 2008. The average user rating from reviewstream.com is 90 out of 100.

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Sony Handy cam DCR-HC62

I am very fond of Sony products and bought Sony Handy cam DCR-HC62 immediately in the first week of its release. It is really a prized possession for

Sony Handy cam DCR-HC62

I am very fond of Sony products and bought Sony Handy cam DCR-HC62 immediately in the first week of its release. It is really a prized possession for

  2 Users positive

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of the Sony Handycam DCR HC62E from viewpoints.com. This user review was collected in 2008-06-04, with a rating of 100 out of 100.

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Best one ”

I liked it so much ,and i got it for a reasonable price at a DealsHotDeals website .From then i am not leaving a single chance to take my babies each

  1 Users positive

Sony Handycam DCR HC62E

Sony Handycam DCR HC62E: product specifications

Audio Input
Microphone Operation Mode
Stereo
Microphone Technology
Electret condenser
Type
Microphone
Battery
Battery Form Factor
Manufacturer specific
Manufacturer Battery Name
Sony NP-FH40
Camcorder Features
Low Lux / Night Mode
 Yes
Widescreen Video Capture
Widescreen Video Capture
Camera Flash
Type
 None
Dimensions & Weight
Depth
11.4cm
Height
8.5cm
Weight
390g
Width
6.3cm
Display (Projector)
Diagonal Size
2.7in
Diagonal Size (metric)
6.9cm
Display Form Factor
Rotating
Technology
TFT active matrix
Type
LCD display
Exposure Parameters
Shooting Programs
Beach / Landscape / Portrait mode / Snow / Sports mode / Spotlight / Sunrise / Sunset / Twilight mode
Header
Manufacturer
Sony
Model
HC62E
Packaged Quantity
1
Product Line
Sony Handycam DCR
Lens System
Lens Aperture
F/1.8-3.2
Max Focal Length
62.5mm
Min Focal Length
2.5mm
Optical Zoom
25
Type
Zoom lens
Optical Sensor
Camcorder Effective Still Resolution
1Megapixel
Camcorder Effective Video Resolution
690Kpix
Camcorder Sensor Resolution
1070Kpix
Optical Sensor Size
1/6"
Optical Sensor Size (metric)
4.2 mm ( 1/6" ) / 4.2 mm ( 1/6 )
Optical Sensor Type
Advanced HAD CCD
Sensor Qty
1CCD
Optical System
Image Stabiliser
Electronic (Super Steady Shot)
Storage Floppy Drive
Type
 None
Video Input
Analogue Video Format
PAL
Digital Zoom
2000
Faders
Black fader / Monotone fader / Mosaic fader / White fader
Media Type
Mini DV
Shooting Modes
Digital photo mode
Special Effects
Flash Motion / Luminance Key / Monotone / Mosaic / Negative Art / Old Movie / Pastel / Sepia / Solarisation / Still / Trail
Still Image Format
JPEG
Type
Camcorder
Viewfinder
Image Aspect Ratio (camcorders)
16:9
Viewfinder Colour Support
Colour
Viewfinder Type
Electronic

Manufacturer's Description


Simple and affordable DCR-HC62E is perfect for video fun. It offers Megapixel quality movies with powerful 25x Carl Zeiss lens. A touchscreen LCD and a high-quality widescreen color viewfinder make it easy to use. Widely available DV tapes make a great choice if you're into editing your own shots. DCR-HC62E also features DV (i.Link) input function for video editing with connected PC.

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