Sony HDR-TG5V High Definition Handycam Camcorder with Built-in GPS Receiver and 10x Optical Zoom

Record brilliant, 1920 x 1080 high definition video on the go with the ultra-portable Sony HDR-TG5V Handycam camcorder. With a strong and lightweight pure titanium body and a built-in GPS receiver that maps where you shot your videos and photos and can display your current location, the HDR-TG5V makes an ideal travel companion.

Technical Details :
* 1920 x 1080 high definition video recording; 16 GB built-in memory.
* Geotagging with built-in GPS receiver.
* 4-megapixel still image capture; built-in flash.
* 10x optical zoom; 120x digital zoom.
* Hybrid recording to 16GB memory or optional Memory Stick media.



Sony HDR-TG5V Handycam Highlights :
- 1920x1080 high definition video recording.
- 16 GB embedded memory.
- Geotagging with built-in GPS receiver.
- Slim, light and durable pure titanium body.
- 4-megapixel still image capture.
- Built-in Intelligent Flash.
- Face Detection technology for Video Footage and Digital Still Photos.
- Smile Shutter technology for still and dual capture.
- Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens with SteadyShot image stabilization.
- 2.7-inch (diag.) wide touch panel Clear Photo LCD Plus display.
- Power On by opening LCD display.
- 10x Optical/120x Digital Zoom.
- 1/5-inch Exmor CMOS image sensor with ClearVid array.
- BIONZ Image Processor.
- Highlight Playback.
- Dolby Digital 2-channel stereo recording with Built-in Zoom Mic.
- Auto Lens Cover.
- Dual Record with simultaneous still image and video capture.
- Hybrid Recording to 16 GB memory or optional Memory Stick media.
- Includes Sony PMB (Picture Motion Browser) software.
- Smooth Slow Record.
- x.v.Color technology for superior color.
- BRAVIA Sync technology.
- HDMI connection output via included cradle and USB 2.0 interface.
- Map Index, Film Roll Index and Face Index.
- Dynamic Range Optimizer.

CUSTOMER FEEDBACK :
This is a fantastic camera. The video and camera controls are easy to use and the zoom is easy to control. It fits very nicely in my pants pocket. The only deficiency is that the documentation for Macintosh OS use is very poor. Fortunately, I thought I would try to hook it up via the USB to my MacBook Pro anyways. iPhoto automatically launches when the HDR-TG5V is USB connected, and I was able to download the photos the same as with any other camera. The GPS tags worked perfectly.

Sony HDR-SR10 4MP 40GB High Definition Hard Drive Handycam Camcorder with 15x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom

The HDR-SR10 includes all the tools necessary to preserve your memories. In addition to a built-in 40GB hard drive and professional-quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens, the ClearVid CMOS sensor (with Exmor technology) and BIONZ image processor captures Full HD 1920 x 1080 video and 4 megapixel still photos. Face Detection technology helps ensure that people look their best in every image, while Super SteadyShot optical image stabilization reduces blur, even when using the 15x optical/180x digital zoom. Top it off with a built-in zoom microphone with Dolby Digital 5.1 channel recording for lifelike surround sound that makes your videos come alive.

Technical Details :
* Capture video to hard disk drive or Memory Stick media; 40 GB built-in storage.
* 1920 x 1080 high-definition recording.
* 2-megapixel ClearVid CMOS sensor with Exmor technology; Bionz image processor.
* x.v.Color captures and displays life-like color.
* Dolby Digital 5.1-channel recording.


HDR-SR10 Handycam Highlights :
- 1920x1080 recording : Record stunning, incredibly detailed video footage in the clarity of 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution.
- Face Detection for video footage and digital still photos.
- 2.3-megapixel ClearVid CMOS sensor (with Exmor technology) and Bionz image processor.
- Bionz image processor : The advanced Sony Bionz image processor uses hardware-based Large Scale Integrated (LSI) circuitry that improves camera response time, screens out noise before RAW data conversion, handles Dynamic Range Optimization processing, and prolongs battery life.
- Exmor imaging sensor : Exmor technology captures video and still photo images with high resolution, high sensitivity, and exceptional detail. Advanced on-sensor A/D conversion yields rich tonal reproduction with high signal-to-noise ratio.
- Hybrid recording : to hard disk drive or Memory Stick media.
- Dual Record : While recording video in high definition, you have the ability to capture still images directly to Memory Stick Duo media (sold separately).
- 15x optical/180x digital zoom : The optical zoom helps to bring the action close up from far away. In addition, Digital Zoom Interpolation means that extreme digital zooming is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zoom.
- 2.7-inch widescreen touch-panel Clear Photo LCD Plus display.
- Built-in zoom microphone with 5.1-channel recording.
- Dolby Digital 5.1-channel recording.
- Professional-quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens.
- Dynamic Range Optimizer.
- Tele Macro function.
- Switchable HD/SD format recording.
- Active Interface Shoe : Sony’s proprietary hot shoe makes it easy to use Intelligent Accessories, such as external lights and microphones, by providing power and on/off capability directly from the camcorder.
- HDMI Connection with Bravia Sync (CEC) technology.
- i.Link interface (IEEE1394) : Quickly transfer images from the camcorder to compatible devices equipped with an IEEE1394 interface, including camcorders, digital VCRs, and PCs, using this high speed, bi-directional digital video/audio connection.
- USB 2.0 interface.
- InfoLithium Battery with AccuPower Meter System.
- Stamina Battery Power Management System.
- Built-in Intelligent Flash.
- Easy Handycam button.
- Date Index function.
- Memory Stick Pro Duo media slot.
- Quick On and Manual focus.

PROS:
- Great Images.
- 40GB internal storage.
CONS :
- Excessively heavy.
- Poor internal microphone.