The HDR-HC1E is too expensive to appeal to even the top end of mainstream camcorder users. But, then again, if you fancy shooting HD right now, the only other options are at least twice the price. The cost benefits of the CMOS technology also lead us to g...
Expensive. Most users will need to invest in new hardware to store and play high-definition video. No software included for HD video editing. Image stabilization isnt powerful enough.
Though it certainly isnt perfect, Sonys HDR-HC1 puts HD in your hand and takes home movies to a whole new level....
Abstract: The Sony HDR-HC1E is the first small-bodied camera in the HDV world, but it?s size belies it?s quality and capability. Aimed directly at the consumer market, this camera has a price of around $1700.00. Smaller than most DV cameras, the native 1440 x 10...
Abstract: <b>Spec:</b> Camcorder, Mini DV (HDV), 10 x, 1.9 megapixels<br> <b>Good:</b> High-resolution video; compact design; excellent viewfinder; versatile features.<br> <b>Bad:</b> Only interlaced HD video, no 720p; some design quirks; some autofocus glitches.<br> <b>Bottomline:</b> A good first effort at a consumer HD camcorder, but only HD fanatics should really consider it.<br>
Abstract: Sony HDR-HC1 High Definition Video Becomes Affordable Photograph courtesy Sony A Tipping Point In every field a product comes along every now and then which is later regarded as a tipping point – a fulcrum, if you will – around which the old a...
Bottom mounted tape loading, potentially needs upgrade of PC / software for HDV editing.
Sony has scored a real coup with its new HC1. The camcorder has become incredibly popular amongst a broad range of videomakers. I have fielded calls from a wide variety of users, those who are now exchanging an old analogue camcorder for their first di...
Wer sich einen guten Film-Stil angewöhnt, kann mit allgemein und der HC1 im speziellen schon heute durchaus glücklich werden. Das bedeutet beim Filmen vor allem detailreiche Bewegbilder zu vermeiden. Da dies jedoch ein HDV-inhärentes Problem ist, könn...