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Sony Handycam DCR TRV350
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Excellent digital for 8mm ownersReview created: 09/26/05
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27 of 29 people found this review helpful.
We had a Sony Hi-8 camera and several hours of 8mm tape that I wanted to convert to DVD. One option was to buy a mini-DV camera and play the 8mm camcorder through it. Rather than have 2 camcorders though, I opted for the TRV350 and have been very happy. The camera plays the existing 8 and Hi-8 tapes, generating a digital stream over the firewire interface. Despite the compatibility list on the Apple web site, this camera works fine with iMovie and Final Cut express, although you do have to purchase Sony's version of the firewire cable.
I've recorded several of my daughter's plays using the Digital-8 format. The quality is excellent when transferred to DVD. The optical zoom is very good although you will need to use a tripod for anything beyond 3-4x. Sound quality is better than I expected when recording from the back of a rehearsal studio.
The camera does offer the ability to take still shots to a memory stick but it's hardly worth the investment in the memory stick. The resolution is that of the video CCD (640x480) and the overall quality is poor. This is really the only negative I have on this camera.
I've recorded several of my daughter's plays using the Digital-8 format. The quality is excellent when transferred to DVD. The optical zoom is very good although you will need to use a tripod for anything beyond 3-4x. Sound quality is better than I expected when recording from the back of a rehearsal studio.
The camera does offer the ability to take still shots to a memory stick but it's hardly worth the investment in the memory stick. The resolution is that of the video CCD (640x480) and the overall quality is poor. This is really the only negative I have on this camera.
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Rated 5 for Hi8 Handycam Owners and 4 for All Others14 of 14 people found this review helpful.
If you can get hold of a lightly used Sony Handycam DCR TRV350 for around $250, then as a consumer-level camcorder it's a definite buy. This model records MPEG1 motion and JPG stills on memory stick, and DV motion on Digital8 tape, and can playback and convert analog 8mm recordings to DV files. This is a very cool tool especially for those currently using older 8mm video equipment. Beware that to operate D8 cameras requires two hands. The two-and-a-half inch LCD monitor covers several controls including menu, display and manual exposure. The TRV350 compensates for small amounts of camera-shake. There is a small light to illuminate very dark areas to useable levels, but only at a distance of five feet. The excellent remote control is a standard accessory.
A disappointing feature is that the CCD is very small and does not qualify as a solution for the professional or serious amateur. The pictures are grainy in low light. However the audio is quite acceptable. A couple of extra and larger batteries are necessary because of the insufficient one-hour capacity of the supplied one. Hi8 120 minute cassette tapes have a record time of 60 minutes in standard play mode and 90 minutes in long play mode. Note that the DV cable is not a supplied accessory.
Sony doesn't sell this model anymore. If you are interested in upgrading to digital format on a budget, or if you want to insure that your collection of analog 8mm tapes can be played after your worn analog Handycam stops working, then find a gently used TRV350 to do the job. It performs camera/vcr functions admirably, and interfaces with the computer flawlessly.
A disappointing feature is that the CCD is very small and does not qualify as a solution for the professional or serious amateur. The pictures are grainy in low light. However the audio is quite acceptable. A couple of extra and larger batteries are necessary because of the insufficient one-hour capacity of the supplied one. Hi8 120 minute cassette tapes have a record time of 60 minutes in standard play mode and 90 minutes in long play mode. Note that the DV cable is not a supplied accessory.
Sony doesn't sell this model anymore. If you are interested in upgrading to digital format on a budget, or if you want to insure that your collection of analog 8mm tapes can be played after your worn analog Handycam stops working, then find a gently used TRV350 to do the job. It performs camera/vcr functions admirably, and interfaces with the computer flawlessly.
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Disappointed with product, incomplete for usage.Review created: 08/18/08
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Purchased a Sony Handycam. It arrived with NO instruction book, battery, or battery charger. For the moment, the Sony Handycam is worthless to me. I am regretting my purchase. I understand that it was a store demo, but I expected to receive the Handycam essetials to use the product. I contacted the seller to inform them of my displeasure and received no response.
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Sony Handycam TRV 350Review created: 07/06/08
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
The handycam that I purchased on e-bay was exactly what the Doctor ordered! I needed to convert around 25 Sony 8mm tapes to DVD; but I specifically needed the TRV 350 because it would handle the analog to digital playback and had a firewire connection so I could record the data to my computer hard disk. I converted all of the tapes and the camera worked perfectly. Now I have additional tapes of my own that I will be converting as well. Not only that; but the camera does a great job of recording family events and travel. Although I bought the camera used, it has performed flawlessly. I highly recommend it, especially if you have old analog film that you need to convert to digital.
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Sony HandycamReview created: 07/05/07
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1 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Having worked in law enforcement for several years, I was issued one of these cameras to use. It took great pictures as well as videos used for gathering evidence. When I was required to retire I was forced to give up the camera. I then checked Ebay and found two of the cameras. One for me and one for my wife. I hope to do some traveling and intend to use the cameras a lot.
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sony handy cam2 of 3 people found this review helpful.
it is every thing that was printed in ebay very helpful with questions i had , was sent to me when said it was i like every thing about it.
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Excellent camera!Review created: 12/07/06
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5 of 5 people found this review helpful.
I love this camera. The only draw back is that in order to change tapes you have to take it off the tripod, turn it upside down to get the tape out. If your program last more than the tape, you may miss some footage. Plus when I unhook the power supply it stops recording, even if the battery is fully charged. Otherwise, the camera has done exactly what I wanted it to do.
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Sony Handycam DCR TRV350Review created: 11/04/06
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7 of 7 people found this review helpful.
This is a great camcorder if you have a bunch of old Hi8 tapes that no longer
play on your Digital8 camcorder. The TRv350 records using Digital8, but plays both Hi8 and Digital8 and has a firewire connection for burning to DVDs. It can also take still pictures if you buy the right memory card.
play on your Digital8 camcorder. The TRv350 records using Digital8, but plays both Hi8 and Digital8 and has a firewire connection for burning to DVDs. It can also take still pictures if you buy the right memory card.
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Sony HandyCam TRV 3504 of 6 people found this review helpful.
I was looking for a handycam with audio/video inputs and outputs. This one had that feature. I prefer the tape over dvd mainly because dvd's are more apt to get damaged - such as a simple scratch - whereas tape is better for storage.
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racing alongReview created: 06/07/06
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6 of 8 people found this review helpful.
The Sony Handycam DCR TRV350 was exactly what is required for an in car camera for Stafford Motor Speedway in CT.We are very happy with the stability feature and the high quality lens. We purchaced this in hopes that the in car vidio will be watched by the upwards of 4 million people that is currently watching the Friday race on saterday afternoon
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