Sony Handycam DCR SR62

40 reviews

Apr, 2024

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usability (20)
portability (9)
size (8)
zoom (7)
battery (5)

Negative
viewfinder (5)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 40 reviews of Sony Handycam DCR SR62. The average rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the battery and zoom. The portability and size are also mentioned favorably. Many are negative about the viewfinder.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Sony Handycam DCR SR62 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 75/100 = Good quality.

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Amazon.com review summary for Sony Handycam DCR SR62

alaTest has collected and analyzed 21 user reviews of Sony Handycam DCR SR62 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the image quality and portability. The zoom and size are also mentioned favorably, whereas opinions are divided on the battery. There are some negative reviews about the viewfinder.

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90% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Chris Jager (goodgearguide.com.au)

Sony DCR-SR62E

The recent explosion in digital video sales has caused a staggering number of cameras to enter the marketplace. Even after you've narrowed down the fo...

Small and attractive design, 30GB hard drive, very user-friendly, external microphone jack

Only 1 megapixel, zoom is less powerful than cheaper HDD models, a bit too light

The DCR-SR62E is a much better option than some other HDD models on the market; especially if you're a first time user. It strikes the right balance between picture quality, useful features and price.

Jul, 2007

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Consumer review (shopping.com)

Gets the job done.

This camcorder does everything I need it to do. The zoom is very powerful and I appreciate that. It's lightweight and easy to use. The battery life is good and the battery has aged well.

Lightweight, Easy to Use, Great Design

Poor Sound

Mar, 2010

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Consumer review (shopping.com)

Sony Handycam DCR-SR62 HDD camcorder

I got the Sony Handycam DCR-SR62 HDD camcorder from a person on Craigslist under the Rhode Island section which is where I live. I found it by chance listed in the computer catagory. I was shocked to see it selling for only $200.00 brand new in the...

Incredible picture and sound

None that I see

Jul, 2009

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Consumer review (viewpoints.com)

Our first camcord, this one is fantastic! Good job Sony! ”

Amazingly, this is the first camcorder I ever purchased. I've always had a nice camera to record those special moment, but, never a camcorder. Part of the reason was they always seemed so expensive and I just never wanted to deal with all the...

Jun, 2008

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Consumer review (viewpoints.com)

Our first camcord, this one is fantastic! Good job Sony!

Jun, 2008

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Consumer review (shopping.com)

Amazing video camera for the price until HD is common

Apr 2008 - First let me explain the problems with other forms of camcorder media on the market and then I'll review this camcorder.

one-touch DVD recording, very compact, two zoom controls, Active interface shoe

touchscreen is unnecessary, included battery only lasts hour, can't take photos

Apr, 2008

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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Amazing video camera for the price until HD is common

Apr 2008 - First let me explain the problems with other forms of camcorder media on the market and then I'll review this camcorder. There's a problem with current High Definition (HD) camcorders like the Sony HDR-SR5. Google "AVCHD video: The ...

one-touch DVD recording, very compact, two zoom controls, Active interface shoe

touchscreen is unnecessary, included battery only lasts hour, can't take photos while video recording

Apr, 2008

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Consumer review (viewpoints.com)

A value-for money budget camcorder!

I got my Sony DCR-SR62 last week and am I impressed with the product! I have tried many camcorders and did some online and in-store research before making my pic. The camcorders I was comparing were typically in the $300-$500 price range and included...

Dec, 2007

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Consumer review (viewpoints.com)

A value-for money budget camcorder! ”

Dec, 2007

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this product by far is the most impressive of any i've used. ”

In the two weeks I've used this product I have fallen in love. To my great surprise it was touch screen. I loved that simply because I am a Treo 750 owner. The pictures I took of a little boy fishing were fantastic because the camera mode caught the...

Dec, 2007

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