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Sony NEX-VG30 / NEX-VG30H

Sony NEX-VG30 / NEX-VG30H
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alaScore 81

34 reviews

Nov, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 34 reviews of Sony NEX-VG30 / NEX-VG30H. The average rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. Opinions about the control panel and durability are on the whole positive. The viewfinder and design also get good feedback. Reviews about the usability and zoom are different. The size and price get negative views.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Sony NEX-VG30 / NEX-VG30H is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 81/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Sony NEX-VG30 / NEX-VG30H

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 2 user reviews of Sony NEX-VG30 / NEX-VG30H from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.co.uk.

100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com)

NEX-VG30 camcorder update is all about the add-ons

 

The most interesting thing about the new model is its ability to work with the new power zoom lenses.

Jan, 2013
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Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com.au)

NEX-VG30 camcorder update is all about the add-ons

 

The most interesting thing about the new model is its ability to work with the new power zoom lenses.

Jan, 2013
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Expert review by : Jeremy Stamas (reviewed.com)

Sony NEX-VG30

 

Sony's excellent—and pricey—successor to the VG20 includes a new power zoom and an updated EVF.

Besides the added zoom control, the biggest change with the VG30 is its price. The camcorder retails for $1,799 body-only, which is $200 more than the VG20 original sold for in 2011. If you want the fancy new 18-200mm power zoom lens, that'll kick up...

Sep, 2013
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Consumer review (sony.com)

Sony NEX-VG30 / VG30H

 
Jul, 2014
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Consumer review (sony.com)

A great step up from other camcorders

 

I bought this camcorder so I could make promotional videos, training videos and still make fun family videos. So far its given me the control I want when I'm shooting. But easy enough to put into auto and let someone to just point and shoot. I've had a...

Jun, 2013
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Consumer review (sony.com)

I was waiting for this Camera a Looong time

 

This camera design it's just perfect !!!

Sep, 2012
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Consumer review (sony.com)

I was waiting for this Camera a Looong time

 

This camera design it's just perfect !!!

Power zoom, Creativity options, Customizable

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Consumer review (bhphotovideo.com)

All-around great product

 

I began my videography career with a small Panasonic HC series. I needed the video camera body to record long 2-3 hour plays and concerts. After a few years, I began using my Canon Rebel T3i for my short films to reproduce the popular cinematic look. I...

Nov, 2015
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Consumer review (bhphotovideo.com)

DISSAPOINTED

 

I bought this camera after reading the reviews of how great and cinamatic it was!! The bottom line is the footage in low light is ridiculous! I have a A6000 which produces sharp noiseless footage even with the kit lens. I have tested all settings on...

Jun, 2015
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Consumer review (bhphotovideo.com)

Fabulous little camera

 

I have this camera and an EA50 and an a6000 still camera. I am fortunate to have a good number of lenses including 4 by Zeiss. All cameras get the same result so it is which form factor you want to use. I keep reaching for the VG30 because it is great...

Nov, 2014
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