Sony HDR-SR12 10.2MP 120GB High Definition Hard Drive Handycam Camcorder with 12x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom
Average Rating: out of 30 Reviews
Price: $1,299.99
Sale: Too low to display
Brand: Sony
Model: HDR-SR12
UPC (Universal Product Code): 027242727755
EAN (European Article Number): 0027242727755
Color: Black
Number of Items: 1
Batteries Included? 1
Connectivity: AV
Digital Zoom: 24
Display Size: 3.2
Has Red Eye Reduction? 1
Maximum Focal Length: 58.8
Maximum Resolution: 3810000
Minimum Focal Length: 4.9
Optical Zoom: 12
UPC: 027242727755
Included Software: Yes
Monitor Size: 320
Features:
Record 1920 x 1080 Full HD video to 120 GB hard drive
10.2-megapixel still image capture
Face Detection technology for video and still images
ClearVid CMOS sensor with Exmor technology
3.2-inch widescreen touch-panel Xtra Fine LCD screen
Description: Take command and get creative with Sony's HDR-SR12 HDD Handycam camcorder. Capture your memories in HD and relive them years from now in exceptional detail, color and sound. Boasting an impressive 120GB built-in Hard Disk Drive, the HDR-SR12 lets you record up to 48 hours of high definition digital video while its professional grade Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar Lens ensures stunning image quality with 12x optical/24x digital zoom, bringing the action closer to you. Capture both video and still digital imagery at the same time without switching modes with its Dual Record Mode function and eliminate blurring from unsteady hands with the Super SteadyShot optical image stabilization system. Expressing a fuller color range than conventional models, HDR-SR12 makes watching home videos more life-like and colorful. With the HDR-SR12 Handycam camcorder in hand, recording life in HD just got more interesting.
Details: I'm amazed that a tiny little camcorder like this can pack in so many features. And the quality is fantastic! I've only begun to explore the capabilities of this thing, but I'm already in love with it! And the street price is pretty darn good and getting better all the time. Don't miss out on getting hi-def video of your kids while they're still young. I used a Sony Hi8 during my daughter's early years. It did a great job, but this---well, this is at a whole new level! And you can buy inexpensive wide angle and telephoto lenses for it. I bought a 2x lens so I can get 24x optical zoom from it now. Wow!!! Should be great for all sorts of settings--nature, family, sports, whatever! And you can take 10 megapixel stills to a memory card-- on the fly-- while you're recording video to the huge 120GB built-in hard drive! What's not to like?
Review Summary: Sony SR12 - just get it - it's perfect!
Date: 2008-11-07
Details: I've had my SR12 for about a month now. It's a wonderful video camera with amazing HD picture quality.
I just shot a friend's daughter's wedding (for free - for fun) and he said it looked like it was done by a professional. Some of the darker dance floor scenes were a bit troublesome (slightly grainy/out of focus at times - most of it was great!) - everything was shot on full automatic mode with no light settings/adjustments - I'm still learning what this camera can/can't do).
It's still a great piece of technology. I shot many of my son's high-school outdoor soccer games - both daylight and at night under the lights - came out PERFECT! And WOW is it great just playing back on my HD TV. Amazing.
Now, for the software/editing issue: It's a non-issue. Get a computer. Not your 4-yr old P4. I've got a yr-old Quad Core - works great with Pinnacle Studio 12 Ultimate software. I burn DVDs AND Blu-Rays with this set-up and it looks fabulous!
Ask away if you have any questions. I learned from other people's comments and I'm more than happy to share.
Tony
Review Summary: Great camera & price
Date: 2008-10-14
Details: A friend of ours has this camera so I already have seen how incredible it was, therefore I bought it. My friends are huge into technology with unlimited resources and they showed me this camera.
Add the extra battery to your order (the H70 is good enough unless you want the H100).
The video is great, camera easy to use, and Amazon had a fantastic price and quick delivery.
I will be ordering a huge television in the next few weeks from Amazon. They seem to be great to deal with.
Review Summary: Good but...
Date: 2008-09-17
Details: This is a good camcorder but it definitely needs Firewire. Amazon lists it as having I-Link which is Firewire but it doesn't. A little slow to transfer data to your computer with USB.
Review Summary: excelent
Date: 2008-09-17
Details: everything was just perfect.
Amazon shipped very fast, i really love the camera, and recommend to everyone.
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