Reviews for Sony DCR-TRV280 Handycam Camcorder2.5" LCD - 20x Optical Zoom - MPN: DCRTRV280 
By member:
pcridlig
- Nov 20, 2006
Sony Handycam DCR-TRV280Strengths: Ease of use, digital recording on Hi 8mm tapes, 20X optical zoom Weakness: Unable to read analog 8mm tapes This is our second Sony Handycam camcorder. Our original one, bought in 1998, was recently stolen. I decided to replace it with a new Handycam, hoping to get the latest video features and the ability to play back our older tapes. Unfortunately, this model does not read analog 8mm tapes. It does, however, record digital video on 8mm, which is cost-effective if you have a stash of older tapes. 100% of readers found this review helpful. Did you find it helpful or unhelpful? Top
By member:
rickm2
- May 10, 2005
Sony DCR-TRV280 Handycam CamcorderStrengths: It was great to setup, bright LCD screen and the options seemed clear. It really helps to read the manual, but most features are easy to use. Weakness: The charging location and cover are a bit cumbersome, and the first time that you put a tape in the camcorder it seems a bit awkward. I found the camcorder to be easy to use, the battery charges fast and seems to last an adequate amount of time. I have tried others that are larger and smaller and this seems just about the right size to make it feel like you are holding a camcorder and not just a still camera. I kind of wish that it had a way to capture images other than by tape but the resolution of the still camera feature is so low I probably would not use it anyway. Overall a good camcorder. 94% of readers found this review helpful. Did you find it helpful or unhelpful? Top
Reply by member: RoadwarriorMike
Jul 16, 2005 I went on vacation over the 4th of July and rented the Sony
By member:
Anonymous
- Jul 11, 2005
Great Camcorder for a First Time UserStrengths: This camcorder is very easy to use, especially for a first time user. With EASY button, the camcorder records and adjusts everything automatically. Weakness: The price is on upper average range, compare to the other brands. We could find cheaper product with comparable features. DCR-TRV280 is a great camcorder, especially for a first time user. The EASY button feature helps to record movies easily. SONY is the manufacturer and is the brand that I trust. Moreover, the battery charges really fast. I would recommend everyone to buy this product. 93% of readers found this review helpful. Did you find it helpful or unhelpful? Top
reviewgist.com - May 14, 2010
ReviewGist for Sony Handycam DCR-TRV280 Digital-8 Digital Camcorder
Video is Average according to 7 Camcorder experts. -- "1/6 inch CCD and 340K effective video pixels"-camcorderinfo.com -- "This setup is similar in design and color scheme to last years DCR-TRV260."-camcorderinfo.com Read more to find expert opinions on more features like Optics, Battery, Interface, etc. Top
testseek.com - Dec 8, 2008
Sony DCR-TRV280
Testseek.com has collected 2 expert reviews for Sony DCR-TRV280 and the average expert rating is 64 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Testseek.com to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions. Top
easycamcorders.com - Sep 7, 2005
Quick Review Camcorders: Sony DCR-TRV280
At this point, the only people buying Digital8 camcorders over MiniDV must be doing so by choice. They may have been the cheaper option at one time, but now that the under-$300 barrier has been cracked by digital cameras, dinosaurs like the Sony DCR-TRV280 will become increasingly difficult to find. Top
CamcorderInfo - Sep 2, 2005
Sony DCR-TRV280 Camcorder Review
The DCR-TRV280 is this year’s low-end addition to the Sony Digital8 series. What it lacks in manual control options it makes up for in price, and what it lacks in chic packaging it compensates for in ease of use. It’s the only Sony model that does not feature a touch screen LCD; instead control functions are dispersed atop the massive frame–to the user’s ultimate benefit. The camcorder... Top 
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Sony TRV 280 Digital 8 camcorder
Strengths: Great picture
Weakness: none that I have found
We were disappointed that this camera would not play our analog tapes from our old sony 8mm camera. That was one of the reasons we purchased this new camera. However, it is our lack of understanding technology.
This camera is small and allows you to transfer to the computer.
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