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Sony DCR-SR52 (SR52E)

Sony DCR-SR52 (SR52E)
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alaScore 81

143 reviews

Nov, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 143 reviews of Sony DCR-SR52 (SR52E). The average rating for this product is 3.8/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. Opinions about the battery and zoom are generally positive. The size and portability are also appreciated. Opinions are divided on the memory, and many are critical about the reliability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Sony DCR-SR52 (SR52E) 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 DCR-SR52 (SR52E)

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 61 user reviews of Sony DCR-SR52 (SR52E) from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.co.uk. People really like the battery and size. The zoom and portability also get good feedback. The memory and reliability get negative comments.

usability, portability, zoom, size, battery

reliability, memory

66% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by (gadgetheaven.co.uk)

Sony DCR-SR52E Camcorder Review

 

Maximise your shooting capabilities with a 30GB high capacity hard disk drive, which allows you to shoot up to 20 hours 50 minutes without having to worry about additional tapes or discs – ideal for when you want to head out and start shooting...

Included with the SR52E is Sony’s Handycam Station which allows you to quickly view your images on a connected TV or PC via the analogue and Hi-Speed USB connectors. The station will also charge the camcorder whilst you are enjoying your footage. The...

May, 2012
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony DCR-SR52

 

Easy to download onto DVD.

Jul, 2008
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony DCR-SR52

 

Excellent value for money & Lightweight. Very easy to use.

Sony accessories can be expensive, so shop around.

Feb, 2008
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony DCR-SR52

 

Battery suplied with the unit has a very short chrage time. Would strongly recommed purchasing a higher capacity Sony NP-FH70

Jan, 2008
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony DCR-SR52

 

light and easy to use with the quality I expect from Sony.

Jan, 2008
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony DCR-SR52

 

Weight and connectivity is great

The supplied battery has a relatively short life - really need to purchase extended life battery

Jan, 2008
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony DCR-SR52

 

easy to use

so small keep losing it !

Jan, 2008
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony DCR-SR52

 

small, lightweight easy to use. image quality movie and still good, although mpeg compression artifacts noticeable

Usual problem! Sony not initially Apple Macintosh compatible, needs some research to make files compatable.

Jan, 2008
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony DCR-SR52

 

This is a very compact and lightweight product. It is simple to use for a complete novice and the docking station is extremely handy. It also fits onto our existing camera tripod which is an added bonus.

I haven't found any yet.

Jan, 2008
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony DCR-SR52

 

easy to handle for me.

none.

Nov, 2007
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