Sony CCDTRV37 Hi8 Camcorder
Ranking: 8.1 out of 10
Manufacturer: Sony
Model Number: CCD-TRV37
Product Code: 027242564848
Price: $179.99 -- get the latest pricing from Amazon
Features:
- 8mm format
- 2.5-inch swivel color LCD
- 20x optical, 200x digital zoom
- High-fidelity mono audio with a built-in speaker
- NightShot 0-lux shooting
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Description:
The Sony CCD-TR37 is Sony's most affordable camcorder. This model features a swiveling LCD monitor (2.5 inches) and records in 8mm video format using a 0.25-inch CCD light sensor with 270,000-pixel resolution. It provides 20x optical and 200x digital zoom to bring you closer to the action. The NightShot feature captures infrared images in total darkness (zero luxes). Audio features include high-fidelity mono recording and output as well as a built-in speaker for added convenience. The Sony CCD-TRV37 also offers six-mode program autoexposure and an array of fader and picture effects.pOther convenient features of the Sony CCD-TRV37 include a built-in video light, a Control-L (LANC) editing interface, 16:9 widescreen recording, edit search, and end search. With its rechargeable InfoLithium battery that includes an AccuPower meter, this camcorder offers long recording time.Get more product details from Amazon
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Great Camera. Just missing a few extra features.
Rating: 4 out of 5
Weight: 10! out of 10
Created: Oct 12, 2000
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When I first started looking for a camcorder all I knew is I didn't want to spend the money on a digital one because the picture isn't as clear as even a 8mm camcorder relative to price...Because it's digital you get hazy or pixeled pictures on low end digital camcorders. When I finally went to purcahse a camcorder, it came between sony and canon. Canon had 2x more optical zoom and 300x more digital zoom, but the Sony had better picture and the camera just sat better in my hand. The buttons were placed in more manageable spots, except for the light switch. Anyhow, the picture on this camera is crystal clear, even when I use lower quality 8mm tapes. The only additional feature I would've liked it to have is a stablilizer... All in all it's a great camera that has the most important feature of all, GREAT PICTURE!
Does a lot for a lot less than the rest...
Rating: 5 out of 5
Weight: 10! out of 10
Created: May 6, 2000
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If your are looking for a less expensive camcorder that still offers some fun features, than the TRV-37 is the way to go...it's not Hi8 or digital...but it has a color LCD, offers some nice title and editing features, has the night vision option and is very comfortable to hold.pI tried to be realistic when making this purchase. Am I going to edit these tapes, do I need the stabilizer, do I want an LCD, what about the tape quality, how much do I want to spend?...in the end the TRV-37 was the best option for me...now that I have used it several times I am absolutely sure I made the right decision!
Really nice camcorder...But one drawback.
Rating: 4 out of 5
Weight: 9.8 out of 10
Created: Aug 20, 2000
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This is a great camera for the price. It has many useful functions that use to cost quite a bit more. The only problem I have with it is that you have to charge the battery on the camera itself. I'm sure this was just a way for Sony to cut their cost, and get people to buy more charger accessories. This kind of annoyed me when I opened the box, but the rest of the camera is great.
Sony CCD-TRV37
Rating: 4 out of 5
Weight: 5.9 out of 10
Created: Jul 21, 2000
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Its a good camcorder for almost everybody, 200X zoom is good and i like the NightShot so you can film in picth black at night and with the light is helpful to in low light.For the price its a GOOD deal!
Good Stuff
Rating: 4 out of 5
Weight: 4.5 out of 10
Created: Nov 3, 2000
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Its a great product for its price. It has lots of features and the color LCD is great. All it lacks is a case which you will have to purchase seperately.
Good Entry Level Camera
Rating: 4 out of 5
Weight: 3.2 out of 10
Created: Apr 27, 2003
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I've had this camera for a couple years with no operational problems. It does suck battery a bit, so one may wish to obtain a more powerful battery pack. The only feature that I would like to have added is a stabilizer. When zoomed out, the picture tends to get pretty jumpy. But at no zoom to about half zoom, the picture is pretty solid. The sound quality and night vision capability are pretty impressive, too, for a camera in this price range.pAs the title says, a good entry level video camera.
Pretty good camera
Rating: 4 out of 5
Weight: 3.0 out of 10
Created: Dec 8, 2003
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I have owned my camera for over three years and have enjoyed it immensely. Contrary to what the specs say, it does have preset titles, and you can also make custom titles. It also has good quality pictures. I don't mind the battery charger, and I like being able to use the view finder or LCD screen. I have certainly gotten my money's worth. Too bad it's not a digital. It is a really good, dependable camera that is easy to use.
This camera Is terrible
Rating: 1 out of 5
Weight: 2.8 out of 10
Created: Dec 16, 2002
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Like the other reviewer, My camera is about 6 months old and it doesnt work. Don't buy this camera or any camera from Sony. A friend of mine had a different model from Sony and that to doesn't work. Sony also does not care about their customers. So, I'm stuck with this worthless piece of junk.
This camera is trash!!
Rating: 1 out of 5
Weight: 2.6 out of 10
Created: Nov 18, 2004
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We bought this camera about 3 years ago, we had it for 5 months and it was never mishandled; used about 5 times. Then the tape started popping out and it wouldn't stay closed. Well, we had a service plan with it. Had to drive it 60 miles one way each time!! It has been fixed for the same problem 2 times now. It just sits in the closet. The plan is expired and we found out that it will cost about $90 to repair it (again). There is only 3 on ebay like it and 2 of those are not working as well!! Do not buy a Sony camcorder!!!