Sony DCR-DVD308 1MP DVD Handycam Camcorder with 25x Optical Zoom | 
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| Brand: Sony
Category: Photography
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New (6) Used (3) from $176.99
Rating:  25 reviews
Sales Rank: 896
Media: Electronics
Batteries Included: No
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Optical Zoom: 25
Display Size: 2.7
Maximum Focal Length: 62.5
Minimum Focal Length: 2.5
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.9
Dimensions (in): 0 x 0 x 0
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: DCRDVD308
Model: DCRDVD308
UPC: 027242701755
EAN: 0027242701755
ASIN: B000M3H1JS
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 1-megapixel Advanced HAD CCD imager | | • | Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens; 25x optical/2000x digital zoom | | • | Dolby Digital 5.1-channnel recording with built-in microphone | | • | 2.7-inch Hybrid SwivelScreen LCD; one-touch wide-angle shooting | | • | DVD-R/RW+ RW/+R DL (Dual Layer) compatibility |
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Product Description
The Sony DCR-DVD308 DVD Handycam(R) Camcorder captures the powerful sound and sharp images you expect from digital photography and video. Instantly capture all your moments and record them directly to DVD-R/-RW/+RW/+R Dual Layer discs. The Professional Quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lenses have an advanced optical multi-layer coating that offers less glare and flare with increased contrast. Built for serious recording, the Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens delivers superior image quality -- and its 12x optical and 800x digital zoom make sure you never miss a detail. Its DVD recording lets you share your video more quickly than ever -- once your stills or movie has been recorded, simply pop the disc into any DVD player and watch it instantly. Preview your images on the large 2.7-inch SwivelScreen(TM) LCD display, and add multiple effects directly from the camcorder -- or transfer your images and video to a PC through the USB 2.0 port. Creating great video and sharing it quickly has never been this easy. Professional Quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens Aperture - f1.8 - f2.5 Touch Panel Full Range Auto & Manual Exposure Focal Distance - 3.0 - 36mm Shutter Speeds - Auto, 1/4-1/4000 sec. (AE Mode) Progressive Shutter System Program AE (Auto Exposure) Modes - Beach and Ski, Landscape, Portrait, Spotlight, Sports Lesson, and Sunset and Moon Compatible with DVD-R, -RW and +RW White Balance Modes - Auto, Indoor, One-push, Outdoor Picture Effects - Monotone, Mosaic, Pastel, and Sepia Fader Effects - Black, Overlap, White and Wipe Onboard battery information (displayed on LCD) Easy Handycam(R) Button USB 2.0 Port Optional S-Video out Dolby Digital 5.1 Channel Recording InfoLithium Battery with AccuPower(TM) Meter System Battery Life - Continuous recording for up to 8 hours on a single full charge Dimensions - 2-1/4 x 3-5/8 x 5-1/4 inch (54.5 x 89 x 130.5 mm) Weight - 16 ounces (4
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| Customer Reviews: Read 20 more reviews...
 Better than my mini DV May 30, 2007
62 out of 67 found this review helpful
And more versatile. I edit my video 90% (or more) of the time, so mini DVD is perfect. I know and therefore shoot only the scenes that I want to see later. So, +/- 15 minutes of recording in one DVD disc is not a problem for me, btw, you can get more recording time if you use SP or even LP settings. For me, I use the highest quality setting, which is HQ (6 MB/sec).
I always use miniDVD-RW or miniDVD+RW, I have 3 discs of each type. The last time we went outing, I ended up only use 2 discs, and I got plenty of shots that I keep, in fact all 25 minutes of everything that I wanted to record and will see it over and over again.
I use MAC, and Sony and all other DVD camcorder out there don't supply you with any MAC compatible software. But my MacBook easily recognize the Sony! But since I use DVD-RW, I can (first) finalize the discs, and use "Popcorn" or "Toast" to copy the video to my MAC, it's faster this way.
And... I can Re-Use the disc later by "Un-Finalizing" it! .. Perfect.
DVD+RW is even better, you don't need to finalize the disc, you can just pop in to compatible (any player that accept 8" disc) player to see your recorded video.
Other important spec: DCR-DVD308 uses 1.0 Megapixel Advanced HAD(tm) CCD Imager, just perfect in term of quality and my budget. the 408 uses 2.1 MP and 108 uses 1/6".
Low light and indoor performance are good, better than Canon and Panasonic and waaayyy better than JVC (all in the same price range and similar specs)
I can go on with the specs, but just go to sonystyle and compare the 108, 308 and 408 yourself.
Canon's LCD I thought is sharper and brighter than Sony, but you actually can change the setting in the menu, to me, I prefer the default setting since I use it outdoors most of the time, and I can see better with the default setting.
Panasonic has a smoother zoom, in Sony, you can have the same smooth zoom by using the one in the LCD.
I don't use the photo features (still image), I have a Nikon D40 for that purpose.
My only wish list: ability to record to Memory Stick.
Anyway, this is a perfect camcorder for me.
My other choices (and worthy competitor to the Sony) beside this model are:
Canon DC230 and Panasonic VDR-D230
Easy to Use, Sweet Picture June 6, 2007
24 out of 26 found this review helpful
This camera is really slick. The one thing that I don't like is that it does not accept SD cards (and no on-board system memory... you need a duo chip to take still pictures). However, the picture is amazing and saving to the DVD is a snap. The camera is comfortable to hold, and has a touch screen which makes viewing the videos easy, too. All in all, 5/5 stars. Excellent.
Update: One annoying issue is that every time I turn it on, it gives me a nice message that says "Sony media recommended." This stays on for 30 seconds. I get the picture, Sony! Sheesh. Unfortunately, I can't find a way to turn this message off.
SONY DCR-DVD308 Review January 14, 2008
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
I bought the Sony DCR-DVD308 camcorder on Dec/07 to film out my holiday season. So far I've had a great experience with it and here you can find my detailed review of the camcoreder:
1. Audio/Video:
Both, the audio and video quality are superb. I was seriously considering buying an HD camera and paying double for it. I can honestly say I'm glad I didn't, the differences between low-def and High-def camcorder movie are still too minimal to be worth paying for. (I've seen friends HD recorded movies)
2.Zoom
The zoom is fantastic and it has 3 modes: a) No optical Zoom b) 50x digital Zoom and c) 2000 x Digital Zoom. My wife and I love surfing and with the 50x mode I captured her riding waves like never before. The reach of the zoom is outstanding and the quality of objects far away are captured in great detail.
3.LCD Display
I was concern about the touch display feature but it has turned out to be very friendly. The LCD size of the screen is big enough for that, I wouldnt recommend a smaller size (like that of the DCR-DVD 108 model for example) screen as the touch feature could be tricky.
4. Battery life
I read many reviews that the battery life was a bit dissapointing as it only lasted about 90min with the LCD on. Again, I'm glad I saved $70 on a separete battery as 90 min is more t
Mac Compatible February 5, 2008
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
There has been much talk about whether you can use this camera with a Mac. I have found that you CAN use it!! Get a -RW disc, record your video, then FINALIZE the disc in the camera, connect the USB cable to the camera and computer, turn it on and import the video into iMovie08 very easily. The key here is finalizing the disc and having iMovie08. You can later unfinalize the disc after importing the video so that it may be used further.
This took a bit of research...the manual says you can't do it. But I did it, and it was easy, so I'm thinking you CAN!
Sony DCR-DVD308 August 16, 2007
7 out of 8 found this review helpful
Excellent video camera, small, handy, reliable. Somewhat slow when reading the disk but otherwise a very good choice. Good pictures
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