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Sony Handycam DCR HC62E

alaTest has collected and analyzed 184 reviews of Sony Handycam DCR HC62E. The average rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. People are impressed by the size and price. The image quality and portability also get good comments, but there are mixed comments on the durability and battery.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the Sony Handycam DCR HC62E is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 82/100 = Very good quality.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for Sony Handycam DCR HC62E

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 27 user reviews of Sony Handycam DCR HC62E from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.co.uk. People are impressed by the battery and durability. The portability and image quality also get good reviews.

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81% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

This summary is based on the products: Sony DCRHC62E Mini DV Handycam With X25 Zoom • Sony DCRHC62E Mini DV Handycam With X25 Zoom

Dec, 2018

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Amazon.com review summary for Sony Handycam DCR HC62E

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 67 user reviews of Sony Handycam DCR HC62E from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the image quality and price. The portability and battery also get good views, whereas many are negative about the durability and reliability.

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84% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

This summary is based on the products: Sony DCR-HC62 1MP MiniDV Handycam Camcorder with 25x Optical Zoom • Sony DCR-HC62 1MP MiniDV Handycam Camcorder with 25x Optical Zoom

Dec, 2018

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Sony DCR-HC62E review

 

MiniDV camcorders dominated the market for many years, so Sony has had ample time to tweak its designs. Because of this it's not surprising that the DCR-HC62E is compact, simple to use and comfortable to hold.

May, 2008
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Expert review by : LAPTOP Magazine (laptopmag.com)

Sony Handycam DCR-HC62 Review

 

While both the Sony Handycam DCR-HC62 and JVC GR-D850 are almost equal in terms of video quality, the nearly $70 price difference between JVC's model and Sony's HC62 can be attributed to the latter's advanced LCD touchscreen. Consumers need to decide...

Excellent touchscreen interface, Thin, lightweight body, Impressive video quality, 1-megapixel still photos

Slightly underpowered 25X optical zoom, Requires Memory Stick flash cards

Jun, 2008
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Expert review by (laptopmag.com)

Sony Handycam DCR-HC62

 

The Sony Handycam DCR-HC62 is roughly comparable to Canon's ZR950 in size and shape but sets itself apart with some flashy features and excellent video quality. But we're not sold on whether those extras are worth the $70 premium this digicam costs...

Jun, 2008
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony DCR-HC62

 

Light and fairly easy to operate.

I have spent hours and a lot of money trying to download from the tape but nothing has worked. Sony support have made suggestions to help but nothing has worked and I believe Sony should have been responsible for having the camera examined and repaired...

Mar, 2012
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony DCR-HC62

 

Very easy to use,brilliant quality and value for money.

Feb, 2010
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony DCR-HC62

 

Tape based video excellent for editing

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Feb, 2010
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony DCR-HC62

 

Lightweight & Excellant picture quality .

Not any really, all depends on the size of your fingers on some button controls.

Jan, 2010
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony DCR-HC62

 

Easy to use with good menu.. Can record back onto cassette after editing

MUST HAVE A FIRE-WIRE CONNECTION!!!! I did not so had to have one fitted but even then have not managed to upload filming onto computer successfully (probably down to me). Screen reflective in high sunlight

Dec, 2009
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony DCR-HC62

 

Compact, good quality and extremely easy to use.

Initially I had difficulty manipulating the switches while holding the camera in my hand.

Jan, 2009
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Consumer review (reevoo.com)

Sony DCR-HC62

 

It was easy enough to set up for someone like me who is not used to these products.

Oct, 2008
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Product Specifications

Simple and affordable DCR-HC62E is perfect for video fun. It offers Megapixel quality movies with powerful 25x Carl Zeiss lens. A touchscreen LCD and a high-quality widescreen color viewfinder make it easy to use. Widely available DV tapes make a great choice if you're into editing your own shots. DCR-HC62E also features DV (i.Link) input function for video editing with connected PC.

Audio

Audio Dubbing: Yes
Built-In Microphone: Yes
Built-in speaker(s): Yes

Audio Input

Microphone Operation Mode:Stereo
Microphone Technology:Electret condenser
Type:Microphone

Battery

Battery Form Factor:Manufacturer specific
Manufacturer Battery Name:Sony NP-FH40

Camcorder Features

Low Lux / Night Mode: Yes
Widescreen Video Capture:Widescreen Video Capture

Camera

Minimum illumination:8

Camera Flash

Type: None

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:11.4cm
Height:8.5cm
Weight:390g
Width:6.3cm

Display

Display:LCD
Display diagonal:6.86

Display (Projector)

Diagonal Size:2.7in
Diagonal Size (metric):6.9cm
Display Form Factor:Rotating
Technology:TFT active matrix
Type:LCD display

Exposure Parameters

Shooting Programs:Beach / Landscape / Portrait mode / Snow / Sports mode / Spotlight / Sunrise / Sunset / Twilight mode

Flash

Built-in Flash: No

Header

Manufacturer:Sony
Model:HC62E
Packaged Quantity:1
Product Line:Sony Handycam DCR

Image sensor

Optical sensor size:25.4 / 6
Total MegaPixels:1.07

Lens System

Digital Zoom:2000
Filter Size:3
Focal length (35mm film equivalent):43 - 1075
Focal length range (f-f):2.5 - 62.5
Lens Aperture:F/1.8-3.2
Max Focal Length:62.5mm
Min Focal Length:2.5mm
Optical Zoom:25
Optical Zoom:25
Type:Zoom lens

Optical Sensor

Camcorder Effective Still Resolution:1Megapixel
Camcorder Effective Video Resolution:690Kpix
Camcorder Sensor Resolution:1070Kpix
Optical Sensor Size:1/6"
Optical Sensor Size (metric):4.2 mm ( 1/6" ) / 4.2 mm ( 1/6 )
Optical Sensor Type:Advanced HAD CCD
Sensor Qty:1CCD

Optical System

Image Stabiliser:Electronic (Super Steady Shot)

Other features

Auto Focus: Yes
Manual Focus: Yes
Power consumption (typical):2.8
Sports: Yes
Spotlight: Yes
Twilight: Yes

Ports & interfaces

DV port: Yes
Microphone in: No
S-Video In: No
S-Video Out: Yes
USB 2.0 ports quantity:1

Storage

Camcorder tape type:Mini-DV

Storage Floppy Drive

Type: None

Video Input

Analogue Video Format:PAL
Digital Zoom:2000
Faders:Black fader / Monotone fader / Mosaic fader / White fader
Media Type:Mini DV
Shooting Modes:Digital photo mode
Special Effects:Flash Motion / Luminance Key / Monotone / Mosaic / Negative Art / Old Movie / Pastel / Sepia / Solarisation / Still / Trail
Still Image Format:JPEG
Type:Camcorder

Viewfinder

Image Aspect Ratio (camcorders):16:9
Viewfinder:123200
Viewfinder Colour Support:Colour
Viewfinder resolution:123200
Viewfinder Type:Electronic

Weight & Dimensions

Depth:11.4
Height :8.5
Weight:390
Width:6.3

White balance

Indoor white balance: Yes
Onepush white balance: Yes
Outdoor white balance: Yes