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Pros:

buttons (2)

• ...to confuse you. I thought taking stills by just pressing one button was pretty cool . I didn't need to switch to camera mode. I also can barely even...[1.0]
• ...in this. I've been relegated to the "easy" button. The easy button works pretty good, but not always how I want. I had a camcorder in the early 90's...[0.4]

camcorder (2)

• ... The Camcorder is great . Really easy to use. takes great pictures too. It's like an...[1.0]
• ...with a friend who purchased the camcorder late 2008. He said the camcorder is good, but not worth $1500. Anyone knows the reason behind the raise, recession...[0.5]

camera (2)

• ...your battery runs out, so keep a spare). The 1080i video from this camera is great . For those who are looking for professional quality video, I...[1.0]
• ...ready to buy a new computer. The quality and versatility of the camera are great , however, and I'm glad I didn't compromise to get a smaller...[1.0]

controls (3)

• ...HAVE OVER 100GB TO USE(HAVEN'T DELETED ANYTHING AS OF NOW). CONTROLS ARE EASY TO USE ONCE YOU GET USE TO WHERE THEY ARE AND WHAT THEY DO(AGAIN COCKPIT...[0.9]
• ...camera for focusing. But I like to use the knob for white balance control - too bad , it can only be used for one function at a time. And if you...[-0.6400000000000001]
• ...see how ridiculous this is?!?! This brings me to: Lack of easy to use controls - very cumbersome to stumble through multiple menu levels to change simple settings...[-0.9]

general (15)

• ...which is great. I've done several projects with it now and am extremely happy with the results. After having used mini dv for years, it's so nice...[1.0]
• ... broken down into different segments just like you shot it. I love it ! After using it a lot though I do have some suggestions to...[1.0]
• ...easy to use. The "easy mode" on the camera works as advertised. The focus when zooming is good and keeps up well. Battery life is good but a longer life one...[1.0]
• ...know why. I call and return it to your company. But I still did not get my money back . The custom service is also bad. I will tell all of my friends...[1.0]

learn (2)

• ...Great little HD cam. Easy to learn and use. Crisp, clear HD shots and no more worrying about tapes...[0.8]
• ...You will get much more from your vidz if you take the time to learn the software (pinnacle is great for newcomers) and edit your movies to make them enjoyable ...[0.7200000000000001]

menus (2)

• ...Final Cut Pro (Mac) and have had no problems. The video quality is excellent and the menus are very easy to use . The "easy mode" on the camera works as advertised. The focus...[0.9]
• ...more experience with it I will learn tricks to fix this.The menus were easier to navigate in my DV camera as well.I am not sure exactly what...[0.9]

picture quality (11)

• ...under water to shoot video and pictures and it works great. The picture is exceptional . This camera has an option to shoot in the Matrix mode which...[1.0]
• ...prefer to use a DSLR to take still photos, the HDR-SR12 takes really nice pictures . The flash is quite bright, and the photos come out very crisp...[1.0]
• ...close and it has much more features, better design and the still pictures are the best in its class, is also the most user friendly camera on the market...[1.0]
• ...over the SR11 and other companies' HD camcorders. Bought it. Picture quality is great for both movies and still shots. Appreciated the price on Amazon...[0.9]

price (7)

• ...summary, I'm very glad I purchased the camera - it really is a good buy . Are some things irritating? For me, yes. But the main point...[1.0]
• ...again and if you watch the prices for a while you will get a good deal ....[1.0]
• ...have to convert to MPEG2 before doing anything... There may be affordable software for the Mac that can support AVCHD by now. Overall...[1.0]
• ...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...[1.0]

software (5)

• ...their $249 camcorder the HC52. I personally don't think it is very good software for a $249 product much less $1400....[1.0]
• ...videos in HD. I love that it shoots in widescreen. I haven' t had any problems with the software it came with; but if you don't like it then you can rest assured...[0.8]
• ...you will probably love the camera. If you do figure out the best software option please post it so I'll know. You can find the manuals...[0.8]
• ...came out awesome. This camera does very well in low light. The software it came with is okay for simple viewing and some small edits (can crop lenght only...[0.65]

usability (7)

• ...see how ridiculous this is?!?! This brings me to: Lack of easy to use controls - very cumbersome to stumble through multiple menu...[1.0]
• ...functions. But when we do use the camcorder, we'd like to have a user friendly camcorder, be able to capture good HD quality video and not...[1.0]
• ...CHRISTMAS TIME. I COULDN'T BE HAPPIER WITH IT, ITS SMALL, LIGHT AND EASY TO USE (COCKPIT PROBLEMS). SONY, SHOULD AT SOME POINT, WRITE A MANUAL...[1.0]
• ...experience with it I will learn tricks to fix this.The menus were easier to navigate in my DV camera as well.I am not sure exactly what I need 5...[1.0]

video quality (8)

• ... and the more I use it, the happier I am with it. The takes absolutely beautiful video , and with the larger battery that I purchased, I can shoot with...[1.0]
• ...8 (Vista) and Final Cut Pro (Mac) and have had no problems. The video quality is excellent and the menus are very easy to use. The "easy mode" on the camera...[1.0]
• ...this camera for about a month now and I couldn't be happier. The video quality is STUNNING as well as the recording sounds. It comes with a base and proprietary...[1.0]
• ...the market with new and innovative camcorders which do produce stunning video , it is product quality that becomes the issue if the camera...[0.8]

working (4)

• ...8.1 works great, but it has a high learning curve. Pinnacle works good too, much better for the less-technically inclined user. Hint...[0.9]
• ...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...[0.9]
• ...Using this to records kids events, etc. Works fantastic most of the time. Camera does have some trouble at sporting...[0.9]
• ...powerful PC. Froze up every time I tried to use it. FYI Vegas 8.1 works great, but it has a high learning curve. Pinnacle works good too, much...[0.45]

Cons:

knobs (2)

• ...the front of the camera for focusing. But I like to use the knob for white balance control - too bad , it can only be used for one function at a time. And if you...[-0.6400000000000001]
• ... Because my 90's camcorder had BUTTONS AND KNOBS. Some like the lack of knobs and buttons - understandable. But it would be nice if there...[-0.8]

low light (2)

• ...prove much more hassle then it's worth. 3) it's true that in low light, the video is pretty poor . Very grainy. For me that's not a very serious limitation, but...[-0.6400000000000001]
• ...you have to do some adjusting.Focusing for it also became a problem in low light .I noticed if I changed exposure or brightness to much the shot...[-1.0]