Sony HDR-HC9

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  • User Score (5)
    9.4 9.4 from 5 reviewers

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Manufacturer's Specs

  • License Agreements
    End User License Agreements
  • Video
    Format(s) Supported : HDV (MPEG2) / DV (AVI)
  • Weights and Measurements
    Dimensions (Approx.) : 3 1/4 x 3 1/4 x 5 1/2 inch (82 x 82 x138mm)
  • Hardware
    Assignable Dial : Yes
  • General
    Imaging Device : 1/2.9" ClearVid™ CMOS sensor (with Exmor™ technology)
  • Power
    Battery Type : InfoLITHIUM® with AccuPower™ Meter System (NP-FH60)
  • Video Features
    PhotoTV HD : Yes
  • Audio
    Audio Format : Stereo MPEG1 Audio Layer2
  • Service and Warranty Information
    Limited Warranty Term : Limited Warranty --- 1 Year Parts; 90 Days Labor
  • Convenience
    Dual Record : Yes (up to 3 Photos)

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Professional grade lens for stunning HD video results and spectacular 6.1MP still images. Series highlights: 3.2 MP ClearVid™ CMOS sensor , 6.1 MP still image capture, 10x optical zoom / 20x digit…

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  1. Reviewer: Reviewed.com
    28 February 2008

    The Sony HDR-HC9 has some advantages over the Canon HV30, such as a sturdier build and better ease of use. Canon’s better video quality and options for 24P and 30P recording are hard to pass up, however. Neither is a perfect camcorder, and each has fans in its camp, but we recommend taking a good, hard look at the Canon HV30 before choosing Sony. Read more

  2. Reviewer: Camcorder Info
    25 February 2008

    The Sony HDR-HC9 is a good high definition camcorder. It’s also Sony’s only 2008 HDV model, so your only other choice is to go back to 2007 or earlier if you want to stay in the Sony family (our standing recommendation is the 2005 HDR-HC1 ( Read more

  1. I would buy this product again

    Reviewer: Dave, CameraWorld.com
    2 weeks ago
    Overall 10
    10
     

    Before using the Sony HC9, I used a Panasonic three CCD camera. I would not go back to it. The picture quality of the Sony HC9 is fantastic. The color just pops. Even when you film in standard definition, the picture quality is fantastic. And when you use Sony 70mm film, the picture quality is undescribable. There are many great features on the camera. More than you will find on most cameras. Some I have never seen on any camera, except this one. The only draw back to... Read more

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