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Sony FS-85USB

Sony FS-85USB
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8 reviews

Nov, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 8 reviews of Sony FS-85USB. The average rating for this product is 3.0/5, compared to an average rating of 3.9/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Comments about the durability and price are overall positive. The battery and performance also get good feedback. There are some negative reviews about the design.

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On average, users rate this product 60/100.

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Consumer review (sony.com)

Poor Quality Equipment

 

DO NOT CONSIDER BUYING THIS FOOT PEDAL! There are far better USB units on the market, such as the Infinity, which works with a plethora of dictation software and has a three piece design, is large, is responsive, properly weighted and properly angled...

None

One piece design, unresponsive, too light

Nov, 2011

Consumer review (sony.com)

out of date

 

The software is old and apparently does not work with later voice recorders - something the specification page does not point out. Right now I feel like I threw my money away.

none

cannot get software to work

Mar, 2010

Consumer review (etronics.com)

Sony FS-85USB Digital Recorder Transcriber Kit

 

While Sony have definitely gotten the user interface, sound quality, looks and ease of use down, they have not addressedthe more important issues.Sony HDR-CX160 Needs better software & Mac support!Pros:Lightweight, image stabilization, stereo mic,...

May, 2011

Consumer review (etronics.com)

Sony FS-85USB Digital Recorder Transcriber Kit

 

You will be pleasently surpised by the features and quality of this camera. The low light performace is very good and the over all video quality is very good.Good camcorderPros:Small, light, great picture qualityCons:Stock battery life, no neck or...

Aug, 2010

Consumer review (etronics.com)

Sony FS-85USB Digital Recorder Transcriber Kit

 

For those whom have experience with professional cameras, but are looking for something on a serious budget, this is an excellent value.Excellent when price is factored in, does have some effort requiredPros:Cheap, shoulder-mount, HD/SD, excellent...

Jul, 2010

Consumer review (etronics.com)

Sony FS-85USB Digital Recorder Transcriber Kit

 

Great camcorder. You will not find a better HD recorder with a flashdrive for the price.Sony HDR CX-150 Great purchase!!, needs better softwarePros:Easy to use, great battery life, excellent finished video file.Cons:Software bundled lacks good...

May, 2010

Consumer review (etronics.com)

Sony FS-85USB Digital Recorder Transcriber Kit

 

Good starter camera if you don't mind HI8 tapes.Mediocre for SonyPros:Battery life, ease of use, lightCons:Blurry, Hard to transfer to HD, Bad focus, Big and heavy

Jul, 2008

Consumer review (etronics.com)

Sony FS-85USB Digital Recorder Transcriber Kit

 

We'd recommend this video camera IF you buy an extended warranty.Was great until it died.Pros:Compact size, great pictures/recordings, easy to use.Cons:Electronic failure after 3 years.

Feb, 2007

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