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Sony CCD-TRV138 Hi8 Handycam Camcorder w/20x Optical Zoom

Childrens Toy Shop > Photo > Analog 8mm and Hi8
from: Sony


This video camcorder is what I was looking for. It was in execellent shape. I recommend this product to anyone who doesn't want to spend a lot of money.

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Sony DCR-TRV280 Digital8 Handycam Camcorder w/20x Optical Zoom

Childrens Toy Shop > Photo > Analog 8mm and Hi8
from: Sony


This camera is a great bargain and so versatile.

The optical zoom is incredible. I was able to film a drowning swimmer being rescued down on the beach from my 12th floor apartment!

Not only is this an excellent camcorder, it also makes a great webcam when connected to your computer with a Firewire cable

The USB streaming is useless: for some reason it won't let you record the audio track over USB even though it installs an audio driver when you plug it in, and the camera will go into standby while it's in use if you're not recording or playing the tape, so I recommend sticking with Firewire.

Note that if you buy this camera, keep the application CD that comes with it in a safe place. Sony does ... Read More:

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Sony CCDTRV43 Handycam Hi8 Camcorder

Childrens Toy Shop > Photo > Analog 8mm and Hi8
from: Sony


This is by far one of the best entry-level camcorders. With all the features including night vision, it is well worth the $$.

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Sony DCRPC120BT MiniDV Camcorder w/ 2.5" LCD, Memory Stick, MPEG, Mega Pixel Video/ Still & Network Capability

Childrens Toy Shop > Photo > Analog 8mm and Hi8
from: Sony


I own one DCR-PC120BT since more than 9 months now. And last week I had the chance to test the new 330. Forget it! After several days of practicing with both cameras the DCR-PC120BT is the clear winner!

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Sony CCDTR517 Hi8 Camcorder

Childrens Toy Shop > Photo > Analog 8mm and Hi8
from: Sony


First of all, I love the camera when it works. Short on features and not digital quality, but top of the line picture quality for 8mm. Has clear, white whites and sharp picture. It's also very easy to use.

However, after just 4 months of use, the camera started not keeping a charge. I discovered the problem to be that the camera would go into play mode on it's own from the off position and drain the battery. (Switch remains locked in the off position, but camera is on and able to play tapes)I was also unable to charge the battery for the same reason.(Battery will not charge while in play mode even though plugged in)

The Sony warranty had expired (They have a very short warranty period) but I had purchased an extended warranty so my ... Read More:

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Sony CCD-TRV68 Hi8 Camcorder

Childrens Toy Shop > Photo > Analog 8mm and Hi8
from: Sony


We used this camcorder about 3 times before it died. It would no longer record properly. It captured audio but not video (ended up with a blank screen video capture.)
The problem lies with a buggy CCD block assembly. The same problem can be seen with similar Sony camcorder models. These camcorders tend to develop the blank screen issue anywhere from 6 months to 2 years after purchase.
There are reports all over the internet about this problem but Sony denies that it's a manufacturing issue and wanted 200+ to repair. I wouldn't get this camcorder (or any other Sony camcorder) again.

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Sony DCRTRV340 Digital8 Camcorder w/ 2.5" LCD USB Streaming, & Memory Stick capability

Childrens Toy Shop > Photo > Analog 8mm and Hi8
from: Sony


I like the DCR-TRV340 very much. This is a well built camcorder with a super lens that makes making great video's possible. I have done several video's of auto races and if you type ( Center Street Auto Racing ) in your browser you will see the many Strictly and Super Street races that I video taped using my DCR-TRV340 camcorder. I use my Firewire (IEEE 1394) cable to put my video clip files on my computer. I have also used my DCR-TRV340 to video tape Horse Shows and do book promotions. If you are using the Yahoo.com search engine and type in ( Paso Fino Horses on the Sounding Board ) you will see a very nice video I did that was also done with my Sony DCR-TRV340 Camcorder.

My Sony DCR-TRV340 Camcorder has been very good to me and I recommend ... Read More:

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Sony CCDTRV308 Hi8 Camcorder with 2.5"LCD and Video Light

Childrens Toy Shop > Photo > Analog 8mm and Hi8
from: Sony


I just got the CCD-TRV-308 camcorder and it is awesome!! The only thing is is that you cant edit your film on your computer you can just play it back. I give 4 - 4 1/2 stars

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Sony CCDTRV57 8mm Camcorder

Childrens Toy Shop > Photo > Analog 8mm and Hi8
from: Sony


Picture quality is good, loud & sensitive mono sound, easy and not too heavy (about 2 lbs with battery), not too big size for travelling (about 4.5 x 5 x 11 inches). STANDARD BATTERY that came with this camera works 2 hours for B&W viewfinder recording 50 minutes with color LCD recording. If you play black a lot on the LCD (I like to do that), this battery will last about 30 minutes, charging time is about 1 hour. Option batteries are available, and I think I should have one.

Night shot and super night shot movies is just like in a horror movies, every things look faded-green or B&W and people has silver eyes, well, at least I can see the objects (I shot in total darkness). The battery consuming is higher with the night shorts. By the way that tiny built-in light ... Read More:

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Sony CCDTRV318 Hi8 Camcorder with 2.5" LCD and Steady Shot

Childrens Toy Shop > Photo > Analog 8mm and Hi8
from: Sony


I bought CCDTRV318 for about 18 months and the camera has performed very well. Just 2 weks ago suddenly it didn't work after 5 months of last use.The picture on the LCD screen and in the viewfinder was all blurry and distorted. The picture is getting clear little bit after half hour. I tried changing every setting and every adjustment I could think of. I couldn't fix it.

I did not buy warranties so I don't know where to go and how much is going to repair.

I bought canon Digital 8 camcorder 6 months ago to give present to my friend. Its working really nice. I think there is nothing in name brand. I would prefer small brand with warranties.