Sony Handycam DCR-HC26 Digital Camcorder - 2.5" LCD - CCD0.3 Megapixel Video - 20x Optical Zoom - 800x Digital Zoom - Electronic IS - Firewire - MPN: DCRHC26 See Product Details
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Items In Camcorders You Might Be Interested InProduct Details of Sony Handycam DCR-HC26 Digital Camcorder - 2.5" LCD - CCDDescription The DCR-HC26 from Sony gives you a full-featured, compact MiniDV camcorder at an entry-level price. Highlights include the Advanced HAD CCD imager, which captures stunning detail and clarity, and the Digital Zoom, which focuses on distant subjects providing clear close-up images with less distortion. The Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens offers less glare and increased contrast for vivid, more life-like color and tones. Make your personal videos complete with additional customization features such as Picture and Fader effects for creative and professional looking enhancements. Photo Mode allows you to capture and store hundreds of individual still images, and Picture Package software helps you easily organize and edit still images and video. Quick Glance Recording Media: Tape Media, MiniDV LCD Screen Size: 2.5 in Interface Type: 1 x Audio/Video Out, 1 x IEEE 1394, 1 x S-Video Out, 1 x USB, 1 x DC Power In Image Stabilization: Electronic Optical Zoom: 20 Weight: 14.82 Summary Product Title: Sony Handycam DCR-HC26 Digital Camcorder - 2.5" LCD - CCD Manufacturer: Sony Power Score: 3.8 | 17 Reviews Image Processor Image Sensor: CCD Image Sensor Quantity: 1 Image Sensor Size: 1/6" Lens Features Optical Zoom: 20 X Digital Zoom: 800x Filter Diameter: 25 mm Video Recording Recording Media: Tape Media, MiniDV Video Capture Format: MPEG-1 Minimum Lux Rating: 5 lux Image Stabilization: Electronic General Features LCD Screen Size: 2.5 in Interface Connection: 1 x Audio/Video Out, 1 x IEEE 1394, 1 x S-Video Out, 1 x USB, 1 x DC Power In Additional Features: Backlight Compensation, Built-in Speaker, Fader Function, Viewfinder Power Power Source: DC Input Dimensions Height: 3.1 in Width: 2.6 in Depth: 4.4 in Weight: 14.82 oz Warranty Warranty Information: 1 Year Limited More Info URL: Manufacturer Link Merchants (Images): Camcorderinfo Crutchfield: Yes Additional Specifications Exposure Control: Program AE Viewfinder Type: Electronic Product Series: DCR Effective Video Resolution: 0.3 Megapixel Total Camcorder Resolution: 0.7 Megapixel Maximum Video Lines: 500 Reviews on Sony Handycam DCR-HC26 Digital Camcorder - 2.5" LCD - CCD
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lawyergirl
- Feb 10, 2007
Sony HC26 Mini Digital CamcorderStrengths: tiny, easy to use, great picture and sound, night vision feature Weakness: I'm struggling here, but there can be a problem with noise if it is windy We wanted a camcorder for a trip to Ireland. I did a lot of research and was very concerned that we would not be able to get something of great quality for the little amount that we wanted to spend. I was wrong! We went into the store and tried out this little beauty and never looked back! The size is amazing- my husband carried it in his coat pocket the whole time we were in Ireland and we just...
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ugurdy
- Jul 26, 2007
Small, Decent CamcorderStrengths: Brand,Touch Screen Weakness: low light, sound I have been using this for a month and it cost me about $175 and love it for this price It has not color viewfinder and also not moving up and down, basically useless. You should always use LCD and nice that has some buttons for zoom and recording features are very helpful. It is OK to see under direct sunlight.Sound is noisy, indoor is noisy and no extra stick for pictures but it is fine I have...
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yahoobird
- Dec 22, 2006
cute product, easy to useStrengths: Video image is clear, small, easy to use, good reputation of vendor. Weakness: a little bit noise in sound Got one after Thanksgiving. Only about $250 after discount, which is the best price to me. Since this is a product from a famous vendor, I do not need to worry anything. Reliable warranty.
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windmama
- Nov 14, 2006
Good Digital Camcorder for the PriceStrengths: Ease of use, size, availability of mini DV tapes Weakness: Because of small size, it's easy to get finger in front of the lens and in the picture. One of the great things about the DCR-HC26 MiniDV is its size. It's easy to keep handy for video opportunities. The menu was easy to learn and operation is fairly simple. I installed a 1394 firewire card on my PC and transferring video to computer file and to disc is fairly quick. I could not get the video and audio to transfer together with USB. The picture is very good for a camera of this...
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birdsfishing
- Jan 20, 2007
DCR-H26 MiniDV HandycamStrengths: Functions easy to use. Fits in hand nicely. Childern able to use with small explanition. Weakness: Longer battery life needed. Fun to use. Great quality. Images and sound ... play back nicely on TV. Children love to use this handycam and they are able to learn the features in minutes. Only draw back is its taped and not on disc, to retrieve a section from middle of recording my take a bit more time.
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robrozan
- Jan 9, 2007
Sony DCR-HC26 MiniDV Digital CamcorderStrengths: This is a great camcorder - very easy to figure out how to use especially with the controls on the viewfinder. The movies and sound are great quality. The compact size makes it great to take anywhere. Weakness: It can be a little hard to keep this camera steady since it is so small, but a tripod would certainly help that. I am very happy with this unit made by Sony as I have been with all my Sony camcorders. It is a top quality camcorder at a great price. I think that they should have included the USB cord to be able to download to the computer. It is very compact and easy to travel with and the quality of the picture is great. I also love the Easy feature - you don't have to think about anything, just hit record....
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hilhana
- Jul 26, 2007
Entry Level CameraStrengths: Size,touch screen Weakness: view finder,no hot shoe I have bought this camera for entry level some family movies. I am not the expert but it is noisy on low light as many other camcorders. I am fine with it.The only problem for me is low light and I need to add a light but there is not hot shoe to do it. View finder is not adjustable and also there is noisy sound. I think I got what I paid. Finally it is good for entry level camcorder and $200 is...
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flyhigh06
- Jun 25, 2007
Very decent camcorderStrengths: it's small and very good looking. Its zoom is very powerful and the LCD touch screen is very easy to use. Great quality of video clip Weakness: need to buy cable to transfer images to computer This is a very decent camcorder. It's very good looking and very small and cute. It's comfortable to hold. Its zoom in/out are powful, and LCD is touch screen and menues are user friendly. Battery life is pretty good. Video quality is decent at night with low indoor lighting and without the night mode even turned on. Outdoor video during the day is bright and clear. Sony really makes great...
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kamerkar
- Jun 22, 2007
Great compact camcorderStrengths: 20x zoom. Very compact and lightweight. very easy to use. Top-loading tape compartment is definately plus. Weakness: No memory slot for photo capture. Short battery life and no accessory shoe. Average video quality I have been using this camcorder for about 3 weeks and I found it very good shooting outdoor in sunlight. 20X zoom comes handy shooting outside. Video quality is not that great shooting inside with no extra light. No memory card slot. I am satisfied with this camcorder for the price I paid.
reviewgist.com - Apr 16, 2010
ReviewGist for Sony Handycam DCR-HC26 Mini DV Digital Camcorder
Video is Below Average according to 10 Camcorder experts. -- "The Sony DCR-HC26s low-end design is most evident, unfortunately, in its video quality, which is noticeably grainy even in bright light and extremely so under dimmer conditions."-reviews.cnet.com -- "Poor video quality."-reviews.cnet.com -- "Low image quality in both strong and low light"-easycamcorders.com Read more to find expert... Top
testseek.com - Oct 31, 2008
Sony DCR-HC26
Testseek.com has collected 9 expert reviews for Sony DCR-HC26 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
TopTenREVIEWS.com - Jul 16, 2008
Sony DCR HC26
Sony DCR HC26 receives an overall TopTenREVIEWS score of 3.21 out of 4.00. It is ranked the #20 MiniDV camcorder of all time. The overall rating represents an intelligent balance of features, value as a function of price to features, and a summary of reviews from a variety of sources. The TopTen REVIEWS' formula gives a picture of important consumer features, market value, and a product's... Top
CamcorderInfo - Mar 22, 2006
Sony DCR-HC26 Camcorder Review
The DCR-HC26 is Sony’s entry-level MiniDV camcorder this year. Writing about the entry-levels is always difficult, because they are destined to perform poorly compared to all the great camcorders from the year prior. But here we are at the beginning of the year, with all the bottom-of the barrel models to review, and yet again they disappoint. The DCR-HC26 has little to offer and gives little... Top
easycamcorders.com - Mar 22, 2006
Quick Camcorder Reviews: Sony DCR-HC26
The Sony DCR-HC26 is predominately similar to the HC21, this camcorder,s predecessor, although there are several features missing from this 2006 model in comparison. The DCR-HC26 is the lowest priced model currently sold by Sony and the price is reflected in the poor image quality and minimal control options. Selling for $350, the DCR-HC26 is still slightly higher in price than most budget 1 chip... Top
videomaker.com - Nov 30, -0001
Sony DCR-HC26 Mini DV Camcorder
If you're looking for a camcorder that is rather petite, the DCR-HC26 is perfect, especially for those instances when you're shooting hand held for long periods of time. This camcorder is very light-weight, but is well suited for mounting on a tripod, too. The DCR-HC26 loads the mini DV tape from the side, so changing tapes while mounted on a tripod is a snap. We were especially pleased with this... TopAdvertisement  
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Good Budget Camcorder
Strengths: Decent zoom, small, fits nicely in your hand.
Weakness: Fake widescreen, noisy picture
One of the problems with this camcorder is the LCD touchscreen. Though nice, it's the only way to navigate through the menu, this means it always has to be open and the very bright LCD interferes when shooting in the dark. It is not a true widescreen and the picture quality is noisy. This Sony camcorder is fine for general use and when budget is a factor.