Sony DCR-SR200 Digital Handycam 40GB HDD Camcorder, 2.1 Megapixel CMOS Sensor, 10x Optical/80x Digital Zoom, Carl Zeiss Lens, 2.7" LCD Screen
Looking for a state-of-the art digital camcorder with surround sound and a hard drive? The Sony DCR-SR200 Digital Handycam is for you. This camcorder comes with a variety of features, including 80x digital zoom, 16:9 widescreen capability, a USB 2.0 interface, and Dolby Digital 5.1 audio. In addition, this camcorder features a 40GB hard drive, so you can download directly to your favorite video software, without the hassle of tapes.
- ClearVid CMOS Sensor
- The 1/3" ClearVid CMOS sensor allows more light to reach the imager, which reduces video noise to improve signal-to-noise ratio.
- 2.1 Megapixel CMOS
- The 2.1 megapixel CMOS sensor provides stunning detail and clarity with 520 lines of video resolution. It also captures high-quality still images at 2304 x 1728 resolution.
- 40GB hard drive
- If you need to store images that you shoot with your camcorder, look no further. This camcorder comes with a 40GB hard drive.
- 2.7-Inch SwivelScreen Touch Panel LCD Screen
- With the touch panel monitor, you no longer need worry about using a joystick or mess of buttons to access in-camera features and effects. The 2.7" LCD Monitor is also large enough to allow you to switch between 16:9 and 4:3 modes when watching your videos in playback.
- Digital Still Memory Mode
- The camcorder's still mode captures high quality still images at 2304 x 1728 resolution directly to a Memory Stick Duo memory stick. Images are stored in the JPEG format providing easy transfer to PCs for emailing, printing, or sharing with family and friends.
- Smooth, Slow Recording
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Create your own instant playback footage easily and efficiently by increasing the record rate from 60 fps to 240 fps for 3 seconds. This allows you to record 3 seconds of footage that will play back over a 12 second span.
Add your own color commentary to accompany the footage and your'e on your way to that sports analyst job of your dreams.
- 80x zoom
- If you need to get up close from a far distance, this camcorder comes with a 80x digital zoom. Record the finest details from even the farthest locations.
- 16:9 widescreen capability
- Shoot wide screen or panoramic footage. This camera supports 16:9 widescreen format. Shoot breathtaking vistas and full family photos, all at the touch of a button.
- Dolby Digital 5.1 audio
- Record audio in 5.1 surround sound. Using this camcorder's built-in microphone, you can record Dolby Digital 5.1 audio.
- HDD Smart Protection Technology
- The HDD Smart Protection is a series of built-in technologies consisting of shock absorbers, the 3G Sensor, and buffered memory. The shock absorbers insulate the recording device, displacing any impact the chassis might experience during operation. The 3G sensor detects differences in acceleration and orientation and will momentarily shut off the recording platters if conditions are too turbulent. When the 3G sensor is in use, footage is momentarily recorded to buffered memory until conditions are safe. This buffered memory can be recorded for up to 14 seconds at one time.
- Touch and Burn
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Easily burn DVDs with the Touch DVD Burn system, simply connect your camcorder to a PC with the Handycam Station and press the one touch burn button.
(PC must have a DVD burner/writer)
- DVDirect Compatible
- Your camcorder allows you to connect directly to the DVDirect DVD recorder. This ingenious NTSC/PAL-compatible recorder has undeniably useful functionality, including its 2" color LCD preview screen. You can connect a PictBridge printer directly to the burner, allowing you to print photos from disc. The burner also lets you connect memory sticks to the burner for a real time photo slideshow or DVD recording. Readable discs include DVD+R DL, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R DL, DVD-R, DVD-RW, CD-R, and CD-RW.
| Camera | |
|---|---|
| Sensor | 2.1 Megapixel, 1/3" CMOS Sensor |
| Lens |
Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens f1.8-f2.9 Focal Distance: 5.1-51mm, Telemacro Mode - 370mm |
| Zoom | 10x optical zoom, 80x digital zoom |
| Filter Size | Filter Diameter: 37mm |
| Image Stabilization | Electronic Image Stabilizer |
| Lux | Minimum illumination: 1.5 lux (0 lux with Super NightShot Infrared System) |
| Recording | |
|---|---|
| System | NTSC |
| Format | HDD |
| Audio | Dolby surround sound 5.1 digital |
| Time Code | Yes (NTSC/MPEG2) |
| Date & Time | Not specified by Manufacturer |
| A/V Dubbing | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Display | |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder | No |
| LCD Monitor | 2.7 inch, 16:9 touch panel SwivelScreen LCD, 123K pixels |
| Conveniences | |
|---|---|
| Manual Controls | Focus, shutter, exposure, zoom |
| Built-in Light | No |
| Built-in Mic | 5.1 channel mic |
| Built-in Speaker | Yes |
| Accessory Shoe | Yes Active Interface "Hot" Shoe |
| Titler | No |
| Digital Effects | Beach and Ski, Landscape, Portrait, Spotlight, Sports Lesson, Sunset and Moon, Monotone, Mosaic, Pastel, Sepia |
| Fade Resistance | Black, Overlap, White, Wipe |
| Tape Loading | N/A (hard disk recording) |
| Digital Still Mode | |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 2016 x 1512 (maximum) |
| Card Slot | Yes, Memory Stick PRO |
| Built-in Flash | Yes |
| Input/Output Connectors | |
|---|---|
| Line In Recording | Yes |
| Inputs | USB 2.0: - x1 (via Handycam) |
| Outputs |
Multi A/V: - x1 USB 2.0: - x1 (via Handycam) S-Video: - x1 |
| Edit Protocol | No |
| Microphone Input | Yes (via shoe) |
| Headphone Jack | No |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Power Requirements | 7.2 volts (battery pack), 8.4 volts (AC Adaptor) |
| Power Consumption | 3.9 watts/4.3 watts (Viewfinder/LCD) |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 3 x 3.1 x 5.9" (76 x 78 x 149mm) |
| Weight | 1.1 lb (535g) With Battery |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 54 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
96%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Comfortable to operate (45)
- Great picture quality (41)
- Simple controls (39)
- Great features (37)
- Great sound (25)
Cons
- Poor battery life (11)
- Poor sound (7)
- Inadequate features (4)
- Flimsy construction (3)
Best Uses
- Family (36)
- Travel (33)
- Outdoor events / games (27)
- Movies/short films (17)
- Weddings (16)
- How long have you owned it:
A month or less
63%
(12 reviews)
One-to-three months
Three-to-six months
More than six months
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual user (24), Enthusiast (14), Beginner (8), Semi-professional (4)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great Asset
I have used this product for a while and got to personally compare it with DCR -SR42. Both have theire advantages and disadvantages , so let me chart this out for you -
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I have used this product for a while and got to personally compare it with DCR -SR42. Both have theire advantages and disadvantages , so let me chart this out for you -
SR42 vs SR-200
1. Quality -
SR200 -> Very good quality. Amazing in low lights conditions as well. Night mode is also a worth feature. There is no motor sound in any video and the mic has a good reception.
SR42 -> So-So quality. Low light output is ok. Night mode stands comparable to SR200 and the sound too . So only thing as far as quality is concerned is the vidoe quality.
2. Zoom ->
SR200 -> A mere 10X optical zoom , is just OK. I found myself handicapped at quite a few instances with the low zoom capability.
SR42 -> Really stands out with a 40X optical zoom. Focuses well even on the high zoom and this is really a great PLUS for this handycam.
I would have loved to see the SR200 with a high Zoom capability.
3. Still Images ->
SR200 -> A 4mp camera really allows u to carry just this , and leave ur digital camera at home.
SR42 -> A VGA camera, u need to carry ur still camera along.
4. Shutter ->
SR200 -> Automatic - so needn't worry about opening or closing it .
SR42 -> Manual - it is kinda annoying. You tend to forget to open it or close it . And when you want to capture some sudden dynamic moments, this manual thing will make you lose imp moments.
5. Price - Not much difference b/w the 2 comparing the features that they offer.
6. Handycam Stattion -> The most annoying feature for both. For transferring images/videos to computer, or connecting it to a TV you need to put the camcorder onto a handycam station. I really hate this limitation. Unfortunately all sony's have this, not sure of other brands.
Conclusion -> SR200 is a great handycam, more optical zoom capability would have made this anyone's blind choice.
So if you are not really into more Optical zooming, then go for sr200. Otherwise you may want to try a Tape one . I do not recommend a DVD one, because of its DVD limitation.
Tape is anyday better .
But coming back on SR200 and SR42 . My take -> DCR SR200.
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Most Liked Negative Review
So far So Good
I have used this camcorder for a month now. The use has been all indoors. The recording quality is not so bad indoors (provided you have good lighting). In low lighting areas, ...Read complete review
I have used this camcorder for a month now. The use has been all indoors. The recording quality is not so bad indoors (provided you have good lighting). In low lighting areas, there is a lot of graining. I did cut a DVD. The video quality is good but was a little disappointed with audio. I am hearing lots of background humming noise in the recording which kind of ruins the whole experience. The battery hanging out side the device is a little ugly. The touch screen is very small. Decent buy for the price. Dont expect too much from this handycam.
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Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Simple Controls
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Travel
Comments about Sony DCR-SR200 Digital Camcorder:
Got this to video my son playing piano so I got the optional stereo microphone and I have to say this works just as I wanted.
Making DVDs is easy, quality is fantastic.
Recommended.
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Durable
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Micro SD expansion slot
- Quality photos
- Simple Controls
- Versatile
Cons
- No Light
- Small Battery
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Travel
Comments about Sony DCR-SR200 Digital Camcorder:
I did a lot of research before purchasing a HDD camcorder, and I finally ended on this one. It has numerous features which are all easy to use! I've had no problems with this camera at all, and I'm not exactly a seasoned camera user! It takes excellent pictures, and the footage is good quality. One draw back is the lack of a light & therefore is somewhat grainy in low lighting, but there are tons of accessories you can purchase (all pretty expensive though).
Overall, easy to use, and transfer files, easy to take pics and print them off with the micro SD expansion slot, small and compact, durable, no probs! The only thing is that it comes with a small battery, which doesn't last very long & therefore you are forced to buy a longer lasting one to get any real recording time at all! For the price they could have added in a larger battery for us!
I would definitely recommend this! It was well worth the money, and buying from B&H Photo was easy, and hassel-free! Thanks!!
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Great Features
- Great Sound
- Simple Controls
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Movies
Comments about Sony DCR-SR200 Digital Camcorder:
Pros:
- Handycam is compact and easy to handle.
- Videos are stored as separate files each time we shoot. So, no accidental overwrite.
- Digital pics are coming out with reasonably good quality.
- Most functionalities are through touch-screen.
Cons:
- Absence of button operated equivalents of the touch-screen functionalities.
- The setup to fit battery to the camcorder is very flimsy and may be prone to damange.
- The on/off button is a bit weirdly designed.
Haven't tried any of the s/w that comes with it.
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Simple Controls
- Versatile
Cons
- Poor Battery Life
- Poor Sound
Best Uses
- Documentaries
- Home Movies
- Movies/Short Films
- Travel
Comments about Sony DCR-SR200 Digital Camcorder:
easy to operate, almost everything in low cost, needs single click to transfer data to pc, too many great features i donno ;-)
Pros
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Movies/Short Films
- Travel
Comments about Sony DCR-SR200 Digital Camcorder:
very fine and easy to use
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Simple Controls
Cons
Best Uses
- Family
- Special Events
- Sports
- Travel
Comments about Sony DCR-SR200 Digital Camcorder:
This is a great camcorder. I picked it up about a month ago, and it's been wonderful. It's simple to use, and the quality has been great outdoors and pretty good inside as well.
I was considering going Hi-Def, but the reality is that editing HD video is going to be a major pain for probably a couple more years on consumer machines ... and with upconverting DVD players, this is almost the same quality.
The battery life has been excellent, and I never have to worry about running out of tape.
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Durable
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
Cons
- Poor Sound
Best Uses
- Family
- Movies/Short Films
- Special Events
- Weddings
Comments about Sony DCR-SR200 Digital Camcorder:
1. This is very compact
2. Easy to handle
3. No need to purchase/handle DVDs
4. Sufficient memory (40GB)
5. Good battery backup
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Durable
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Simple Controls
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Sony DCR-SR200 Digital Camcorder:
I am really happy with my purchage. It was as per my expectation and very easy to use. Recommend to everyone.
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Durable
- Great Features
- Simple Controls
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Family
Comments about Sony DCR-SR200 Digital Camcorder:
It's a good camera for beginners. Simplicity is its unique feature.
only 10x optical zoom is a one thing that you have to think about before you buy this product.
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Simple Controls
Cons
- Poor Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family
- Movies/Short Films
- Special Events
- Travel
Comments about Sony DCR-SR200 Digital Camcorder:
I love to use this product again and again. the features of the product is simply outstanding, picture quality, Zooming functionality and sound recoring is excellent.
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Simple Controls
Cons
- Flimsy Construction
- Poor Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family
- Travel
- Weddings
Comments about Sony DCR-SR200 Digital Camcorder:
This is my first hard drive handy cam.The image and sound clarity are too good. Will be very useful for family trips, weddings and travel.The night mode does not give the expected result.the Software provided does not work with vista, we need to go to sony website for getting vista support.Its has only 10X zoom which i consider as a limitation.The picture shot from this handy cam has a very good Quality.Battery life is not that so great and separate battery charger does not comes with the Pack.overall i'm highly satisfied with the SR 200!!!
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Durable
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Simple Controls
Cons
- Poor Battery Life
- Poor Sound
Best Uses
- Family
- Movies/Short Films
- Special Events
- Sports
- Travel
- Weddings
Comments about Sony DCR-SR200 Digital Camcorder:
Its been a month since i bought this Camcorder and it is coming fine,
GOOD AT:
1) Great Quality for the price.
2) Nice and Handy
3) Light and user riendly controls.
4) 40GB harddisk is good, lot of space to do lot of things
BAD AT:
1) In Built Speaker is very bad.
2) Battery Life is very Poor. Yo have to carry three batteries if you want to cover a 6 hour function.
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Great Picture Quality
- Simple Controls
Cons
Best Uses
- Family
- Travel
Comments about Sony DCR-SR200 Digital Camcorder:
We just bought the digital camcorder for our family trip to the beach. It was so easy to use and so compact. So far, I have not found anything I don't like about it.
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
Cons
- Poor Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family
- Travel
Comments about Sony DCR-SR200 Digital Camcorder:
After spending some time researching, I found B&H to be the best price for the options I was looking for. I chose the Sony SR200 because of the features. I wanted something with a hard drive (as my last camcorder used tapes and I have a ton of them laying all over the place). The touch screen is easy to use. The still pic option has a great flash so the pic quality is great. I like using the video and still pic option at the same time especially when filming events where video and still pics are great to have.The battery life could be better, but given the excellence of this camcorder, I would not let this discourage anyone from purchasing. [...]
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Durable
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Simple Controls
Cons
Best Uses
- Family
- Special Events
- Travel
Comments about Sony DCR-SR200 Digital Camcorder:
I'm using a camcorder for the first time, DCR-SR200 Digital Camcorder is a pretty cool stuff.
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Durable
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Simple Controls
- Versatile
Cons
- Poor Battery Life
- Poor Sound
Best Uses
- Family
- Movies/Short Films
- Special Events
- Sports
- Travel
Comments about Sony DCR-SR200 Digital Camcorder:
This was a gift for my 13 year old son.
He does skateboard videos.
He takes care of his stuff but skateboard video is loaded with crash and burn. In other words it gets constant use in rough places. Works like a swiss watch !!!
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Durable
- Great Picture Quality
- Simple Controls
Cons
- Poor Battery Life
Best Uses
- Family
- Special Events
- Travel
Comments about Sony DCR-SR200 Digital Camcorder:
Haven't got enough time to explorer this camcorder.
Pros - image quality, easy to operate, zoom, free bag !
Cons - little slower auto focus
I would suggest wide angle lens (sold separately) for this camcorder. It might not be required in home, but when you are at outdoors and wish to cover more, you would feel need for wide angle lens.
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Simple Controls
Cons
Best Uses
- Family
- Movies/Short Films
- Special Events
- Sports
- Travel
- Weddings
Comments about Sony DCR-SR200 Digital Camcorder:
This is not my first video camera but it is my first Digital Video Camera. I took it to mt son's baseball game and recorded the whole game. It was very comfortable and easy to use. The download was easy and very fast. I will never go back to the tapes again.
Pros
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Simple Controls
Cons
- Uncomfortable
Best Uses
- Family
- Special Events
- Travel
Comments about Sony DCR-SR200 Digital Camcorder:
I bought this camera as it was a good buy for its cost. Sony camcorders are always the best in business and this one is no different. Everything is great about it as i got what i wanted. Only minus is that Sony does not offer viewfinders on these models.
Pros
- Durable
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Simple Controls
- Versatile
Cons
- Uncomfortable
Best Uses
- Movies/Short Films
- Special Events
- Weddings
Comments about Sony DCR-SR200 Digital Camcorder:
This is really nice camcorder... easy to use nice picture quality and light weight... however the battery positioned little odd... you may not shoot conveniently when you first use it... overall great product at nice price...
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Batteries & Power
Don't get caught without power, always have a spare battery.
- Price: $25.00
Bags & Cases
Carry, store, and protect all your equipment with a bag or case.
- Price: $14.49
Filters
Protect your lens or produce a desired visual effect by adding a filter.
- Price: $28.90
Lenses & Adaptors
Capture the right view with a conversion lens.
- Price: $114.95
External Microphones
Enhance the quality of your audio recording with an external microphone.
- Price: $41.88
On-Camera Lights
Adjust the lighting for virtually any indoor and many outdoor applications.
- Price: $26.00
Tripods & Support
Stabilize your video with the support you need.
- Price: $51.33
Care & Cleaning
Ensure trouble-free performance through proper camcorder maintenance.
- Price: $8.89
Cables & Adaptors
Connect the proper cable to enjoy the full quality of your footage.
- Price: $12.90
Standard - Remote Control
Control your camcorder from a distance, and eliminate hand-vibration in your footage.
- Price: $33.00
What's in the Box
- Handycam Station
- InfoLithium Rechargeable Battery (NP-FH60)
- Power Adapter/In-Camera Charger (AC-L200)
- A/V cable
- Remote Commander Remote Control (RMT-835)
- USB cable
- Enjoy Handycam DVD
- One year parts, 90 days labor warranty
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