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Sony HDR-CX150 16GB HD Handycam Camcorder (Black)

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Product Highlights

  • 1920 x 1080 HD
  • 16GB Internal Flash Memory
  • Memory Stick and SD/SDHC Compatible
  • 3MP Still Image Capture
  • 1/4" Back-Illuminated Exmor R CMOS
  • 2.7" Wide Clear Photo LCD
  • 30mm Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens
  • 25x Optical Zoom
  • Face Detection and Smile Shutter
  • Up to 24Mbps AVCHD Video

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Sony's HDR-CX150 16GB Handycam Camcorder is a mid-range high def camcorder that provides numerous features and functions. First and foremost among those features would be the storage options that the camera offers. Aside from recording to a 16GB internal flash memory the CX150 can record to optional Memory Stick Media or SD/SDHC memory cards. In addition, you can copy video and stills from the internal memory onto the removal flash memory cards for easy transfer.

The core functions of the CX150 include a 1/4" back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor that helps to capture detailed video in low light situations. The sensor also helps capture 3MP digital still images, and works together with the BIONZ Image Processor for reduced visual noise, faster processing speeds, and data compression. The BIONZ additionally powers Face Detection and the Dynamic Range Optimizer function. Another important feature, the 2.7" Clear Photo LCD, helps you to record with its widescreen platform for composition and playback, its touch screen capabilities, and its ability to rotate up to 270°. Other functions such as 25x optical zoom, a Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens, and SteadyShot image stabilization with Active Mode round out this set of standard functions.

The CX150 provides a myriad of additional features and functions, including some of the most sought after on camcorders today. You'll benefit from Face Detection and Smile Shutter, along with other related features, as well as user-friendly features like a personalized menu system, Face Index, and Film Roll Index playback tools. Video capture up to 24Mbps enables compatibility for recording to Blu-ray, while the 1080/60p playback via HDMI, to a compatible HDTV, ups your viewing experience. View all the great extras on the HDR-CX150 below.

1920 x 1080 High Definition Video Recording
1920 x 1080 high definition resolution lets you record your memories in exceptional high definition quality. Capable of 1080/60p playback via HDMI and compatible HDTV providing stunning clarity and incredibly detailed playback of your memories
16GB Internal Flash Memory
The built-in 16GB embedded flash memory can record and store up to 6 hours of high definition video footage (HD LP mode), or up to 4 hours of standard definition footage (SD HQ mode)
Hybrid Recording to 16GB Internal Memory or Memory Stick Media
Hybrid recording technology delivers a new level of flexibility of capturing and transferring your video footage and digital photos from the camcorder to compatible viewing devices. Record to 16GB embedded flash memory or choose instead to record to removable Memory Stick PRO Duo media (optional). You can even select from various dubbing functions to easily copy video or still images from the embedded flash media to the Memory Stick PRO Duo media - without using a PC
Media Card Slot
For convenient storage and sharing of your images and videos, the camera accepts Memory Stick Duo / Memory Stick PRO Duo / Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo media and SD/SDHC media (optional)
1/4" Back-Illuminated "Exmor R" CMOS Sensor
Experience low-light sensitivity with improved image clarity and drastically reduced grain with the back-illuminated "Exmor R" sensor. Designed for compact cameras and camcorders, the "Exmor R" sensor relocates the photo diodes above the support circuitry, maximizing the light gathering area per pixel so you can shoot with better results in lower lighting conditions 1
Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens
Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lenses use advanced optics to deliver vivid image brilliance, and true-to-life color saturation and renditions of subtle tones
25x Optical / 300x Digital Zoom
25x optical zoom helps to bring the action close up from far away. In addition, Digital Zoom Interpolation means that digital zooming (up to 300x) is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zoom
2.7" Clear Photo LCD Display
The 2.7" Clear Photo LCD (230K) display provides exceptional viewing clarity with 123K pixels resolution. The display rotates up to 270 degrees for multiple viewing angles, as well as provides sharp, detailed images for monitoring or playback. The convenient touch panel allows easy access to menus and additional functionality such as spot focus and spot metering
3MP Digital Still Capture
The HDR-CX150's 3 megapixel still image capture lets you take high resolution digital photos
2x Faster Quick AF
With the improved autofocus (AF) system, Quick AF, the focusing speed is twice as fast compared to previous models. Whether in bright daylight or in a dimly lit environment, Quick AF ensures fast, accurate, and consistent focus lock, enabling users to shoot in a wide range of scenes without missing any important moment. Especially when shooting night scenes where conventional AF might struggle to focus, thanks to the much improved AF algorithm in Quick AF, users can now capture crisp images, fast
1080/60p Playback Via HDMI and Compatible HDTV
1080/60p playback via HDMI and compatible HDTV providing stunning clarity and incredibly detailed playback of your memories
Face Detection with Face Priority
With Face Priority, your camcorder optimizes focus, color, exposure, and Smile Shutter technology for the face you prioritize. Just touch the preferred face on the LCD display and the camcorder will assign it priority, even if it leaves and returns to the frame
Smile Shutter for Still and Dual Capture
Smile Shutter technology lets the camcorder automatically take still photos when your subject smiles, even while shooting high definition video. You can also set the sensitivity and choose child, adult, or auto priority
Direct Copy to External HDD without a PC
Store your memories in a whole new way with the ability to copy videos from your camcorder directly to an external hard disk drive (optional), all without a computer. Your camcorder can also access videos stored on the external hard drive for playback on your HDTV, allowing you to utilize the camcorder's handy playback features
Highlight Playback with Highlight Scenario Playback
With Highlight Playback, your camcorder automatically creates short movies by identifying and compiling key scenes into a short, entertaining movie complete with music and transitions. In addition, the Highlight Scenario feature lets you save up to eight of these movies for later playback
Intelligent Auto (9 iAUTO modes)
Intelligent Auto mode goes a step beyond traditional auto modes by analyzing your shot and then automatically selecting the appropriate settings from nine distinct scene modes (60 different combinations possible): Portrait Mode, Smile Shutter, Backlight Control, Scenery, Night Scenery Mode, High Sensitivity Mode, Macro Mode, Baby Mode, Tripod, and Low Light Mode
Up to 24Mbps AVCHD Video
The HDR-CX150 can capture video at up to 24Mbps for clarity and detail, ideal for recording on to Blu-ray media since the AVCHD codec is highly compatible with the Blu-ray format
SteadyShot Image Stabilization with Active Mode
SteadyShot image stabilization with Active Mode represents the next step forward in Sony image stabilization technology. Active Mode improves on existing SteadyShot image stabilization by allowing the camera to compensate for greater degrees of camera shake and deliver a stunning level of image smoothness
Personalized "My Menu" System
New user friendly interface uses touch screen technology to allow users to scroll through menus quickly and easily and even create a personalized "My Menu" to bring together the functions they use most. Users can spend more time recording memories and less time in menus
Face Index Function
Face Index makes it easy to find and play back the right video scene. Using Face Detection technology, Face Index indexes your video footage according to the faces detected in each scene. When it's time to play back video, simply search for what you want by selecting from among the detected faces displayed in the index
Film Roll Index
Like chapters in a book, Film Roll Index helps you easily find desired scenes in video footage. When using this feature, the camcorder previews the beginning of scenes and can create scene indexes set at specified display intervals (3, 6, or 12 seconds and 1 or 5 minutes)
Dual Record with Still Image Capture
Dual record capability lets you capture 3MP still images while shooting high definition video, so you can capture those special moments without having to switch recording modes
Smooth Slow Record
The Smooth Slow Record mode increases the record rate from 60 frames per second (fps) to 240 fps, allowing you to capture 3 seconds of fast motion and play the video back in 12 seconds. This is a great tool for analyzing a golf swing or a viewing a bird in flight. In addition, you record an audio track to narrate the video footage
Sony PMB (Picture Motion Browser) Software
Sony Picture Motion Browser software offers a simple, intuitive way to transfer, sort, and view your video and still images on your compatible PC. In addition, multiple output options let you burn your memories to DVD (optional), as well as take advantage of one click upload to a number of popular video and photo sharing sites
Dynamic Range Optimizer
The D-Range (Dynamic Range) Optimizer function adjusts the exposure and contrast of an image to counter the effects of high-contrast shooting condition, allowing for a great shot. The D-Range Optimizer suppresses "blackout" in dark areas such as shadows and "whiteout" in bright areas such as skies. As a result, the captured image appears as natural as the original scene
x.v. Color Technology
x.v. Color technology enables the HDR-CX150 to capture nearly twice (1.8x) as many viewable colors as the standard RGB color range, resulting in more natural, life-like images. You can even experience this expanded color range on the big screen when you connect your camcorder to x.v. Color capable displays, including a wide range of Sony BRAVIA HDTVs
BIONZ Image Processor
The BIONZ Image Processor works in conjunction with the Exmor CMOS sensor with ClearVid array for pristine imaging. The BIONZ Image Processor provides Data Noise Reduction, Fast Image processing, and Data compression to preserve videos and images. In addition, the BIONZ Image Processor enables Face Detection technology and Sony's Dynamic Range Optimizer for both video and still image capture. The higher processing speed also allows Dual Recording to capture still images while recording video
BRAVIA Sync Technology
BRAVIA Sync technology offers great ease of use in controlling compatible Sony products connected via an HDMI (CEC) connection. HDMI connectivity provides a simple, high-quality video and audio connection, with the ability to transmit HD video and up to 5.1 channel audio directly from the camcorder to compatible HDTVs via a single HDMI cable (not included). With BRAVIA Sync (CEC) technology, the HDMI connection also delivers the ability to control both the camcorder and HDTV using a single BRAVIA TV remote and displays the camcorder's playback menu on screen for easier navigation
Additional Creative Control and Workflow Features
  • Power on your camcorder by simply opening the camera's LCD display
  • USB 2.0 provides an easy connection between your camcorder and PC for fast transfer of video and stills
  • Record and zoom controls on LCD for more control and flexibility, especially for overhead or low angle shots
  • Dolby Digital stereo recording with built-in zoom mic focuses on subject for clear dialogue and crisp, discrete sounds
  • One Touch Disc Burn for easy copy of footage using the PMB software and the One Touch Disc Burn Button and a compatible PC
Optics
Sensor 1/4" CMOS
Lens 2.5 - 62.5 mm
f/1.8 - 2.6
Zoom Optical: 25x
Digital: 300x
Filter Size 30 mm
Recording
System NTSC
Recording Media Internal Flash Memory 16GB Video/Image
SD/SDHC, Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO Duo   1
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Also supports Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo media

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Recording Time Internal Flash Memory
HD: FX: 85 minutes
HD: HQ: 230 minutes
HD: LP: 395 minutes
SD: HQ: 235 minutes
Video Format High Definition
MPEG AVC/H.264
1920 x 1080 (60 fps)
Standard Definition
MPEG2
Still Image Resolution JPEG: 3 Megapixel
Audio Format 2-Channel Stereo
Display
Display Type LCD
Screen Size 2.7"
Touchscreen Yes
Features
Image Stabilization Digital
Lux 3 (Auto Slow Shutter ON, 1/30 Shutter Speed)
Built-in Mic Yes
Built-in Speaker Yes
Built-in Light/Flash Light - No
Flash - No
Accessory Shoe None
Tripod Mount 1/4"
Input/Output Connectors
Outputs 1x USB 2.0
1x HDMI C (Mini)
1x Analog A/V Output
1x Component Video (out) 2
Please Note:

Analog A/V: Via A/V Remote Terminal
Digital A/V: HDMI mini
Component Video Out: Via A/V Remote Jack
S-Video: Via optional A/V Remote Jack

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Microphone Input No
Headphone Jack No
General
System Requirements Windows
  • XP (SP3), Vista (SP2), 7
3
Please Note:

PMB Ver.5.0 does not support Mac
PMB Ver.5.0 does not support Windows XP SP3, Vista SP2, Windows 7 64-bit editions and Stater (Edition)

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Battery Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
Power Adapter Not Specified By Manufacturer
Dimensions (WxHxD) 1.97 x 2.20 x 4.49" / 50 x 56 x 114 mm
Weight 9 oz / 255.15 g

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SonyHDR-CX150 16GB HD Handycam Camcorder (Black)
 
4.3

(based on 33 reviews)

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    (21)

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100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Zoom range/performance (31)
  • Easy to use (28)
  • Great picture quality (25)
  • Image stabilization (17)
  • Large clear LCD (13)

Cons

  • No external mic input (7)

Best Uses

  • Home movies (20)
  • Travel (18)
  • HD shooting (12)
  • Low light (7)
  • Weddings (7)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual user (18), Enthusiast (8), Semi-pro (4)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (19)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Good things in a small package

This HD camcorder is everything we hoped for, and more! The image quality is crisp and HD clear. The controls are intuitive, and makes the camera easy to use right out of the ...Read complete review

This HD camcorder is everything we hoped for, and more! The image quality is crisp and HD clear. The controls are intuitive, and makes the camera easy to use right out of the box. On-board storage is ample. The extremely compact camera makes it perfect for "reality" type recording. It fits snugly in one hand, and can be easily attached to a helmet, glove, etc. to capture "point-of-view" video. Good low light image. We added the wide angle/macro lens for close up work. The camera yeilds super sharp images down to FRACTIONS of an inch from the subject. Camera connected easily to computer via USB. Video imported seamlessly into video editing software (we use SONY VEGAS). The ONLY feature that is not ideal is the AC adaptor/battery. The battery can only be charged while on the camera, with the AC unit that is included. It would very handy to be able to charge a spare battery separately. With the AC cable attached, the camera is somewhat difficult to hold.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

dissapointed and angry

It's impossible to transfer the videos from this camera to the Macintosh System. I work with Final Cut and all the data recorded with this camera its impossible to use in a Mac.
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It's impossible to transfer the videos from this camera to the Macintosh System. I work with Final Cut and all the data recorded with this camera its impossible to use in a Mac.

I've tried a lot of alternatives, read several forums, and the result is that the only place where I can see my footage is in the same camera (or work in Pc).

And of course I won't edit or use it in my documentary work. I actually returned from Cuzco and I will have to forget all my footage because the SONY HDR-CX150 is a useless camera for me.

So, if you use a Mac, DO NOT BUY THIS CAMERA, because its like throwing your money to the trash bin.

I'm very angry with Sony.

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5.0

Works well with Mac or PC for editing

By Wyleecoyotee

from Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA

About Me Semi-pro Videographer

Pros

  • Easy to Use
  • Good Image Stabilization
  • Great Picture Quality

Cons

    Best Uses

      Comments about Sony HDR-CX150 16GB HD Handycam Camcorder (Black):

      I use this camera with my Mac Book Pro and it immediately recognizes the video from the SanDisk or the camera cable. I edit in Final Cut or iMovie. Still photos go right into Photoshop as jpg. No problems and gorgeous pictures.

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      5.0

      working very well, nice camcorder...

      By Rey Duarte

      from Astoria, NY

      About Me Video Enthusiast

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy to Use
      • Good in Low Light
      • Great Picture Quality
      • Great Sound
      • Great Zoom
      • Large Clear LCD

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • HD Shooting

        Comments about Sony HDR-CX150 16GB HD Handycam Camcorder (Black):

        I'm recording very well my jumps in the skydive sports. very happy with the HDR - CX 150 for the video in the sky.

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        • No

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        5.0

        Great Light little Camcorder

        By Dutch the traveler

        from St Joe, MI

        About Me Casual User

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy to Use
        • Good Image Stabilization
        • Good in Low Light
        • Great Picture Quality
        • Great Sound
        • Great Zoom
        • Large Clear LCD
        • So light and little
        • Zoom range/performance

        Cons

        • No External Mic Input

        Best Uses

        • HD Shooting
        • Home Movies
        • Indoors/Low Light
        • Movies/Short Films
        • Travel
        • Weddings/Events

        Comments about Sony HDR-CX150 16GB HD Handycam Camcorder (Black):

        I love this little camcorder for it fits in my purse, it is very easy to whip out and film at a moments notice. It follows faces and makes sure they are in focus etc, films in low light beautifully, is stable when moving from one subject to the next, also when you want to take a photo it is extremely easy you just hit the button named photo and there you took it. Also the zoom is very steady and smooth. I have been very happy with it. It does need to have the battery be charged a bit more that than I would like but that is the brakes, and I am always forgetting to close the lens cap to keep it clean. So I have had to clean it a few times. Wish it had a place for a mic for interviews.

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        • No

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        4.0

        Great HandyCam

        By Blue Skies

        from Cottonwood, AZ

        About Me Semi-pro Videographer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy to Use
        • Great Picture Quality
        • Large Clear LCD

        Cons

        • No external red rec light

        Best Uses

        • Skydiving

        Comments about Sony HDR-CX150 16GB HD Handycam Camcorder (Black):

        Great video camera for skydiving. Just wish I could remove and replace the chip without having to remove the camera from my helmet first.

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        • No

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        4.0

        Decent product

        By MLA

        from Los Angeles, CA

        About Me Video Enthusiast

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy to Use
        • Good Image Stabilization

        Cons

          Best Uses

            Comments about Sony HDR-CX150 16GB HD Handycam Camcorder (Black):

            I use this camcorder for home videos. Bought this one comparing this with other cameras in the same range for low-light conditions and ability to perform slow-motion. Although low-light recording isn't great but considering the price range it's not bad.

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            • No

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            4.0

            Nice Quality!!!

            By kumar

            from torrance

            About Me Casual User

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

              Cons

                Best Uses

                  Comments about Sony HDR-CX150 16GB HD Handycam Camcorder (Black):

                  Simple sleek yet powerful

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                  5.0

                  I'm Lovin' It !!!

                  By SGulvady

                  from Stamford, CT

                  About Me Video Enthusiast

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Easy to Use
                  • Good Image Stabilization
                  • Good in Low Light
                  • Great Picture Quality
                  • Great Sound
                  • Great Zoom
                  • Zoom range/performance

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Documentaries
                    • HD Shooting
                    • Home Movies
                    • Indoors/Low Light
                    • Movies/Short Films
                    • Travel

                    Comments about Sony HDR-CX150 16GB HD Handycam Camcorder (Black):

                    Amazing - I'm Speechless.

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                    • No

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                    5.0

                    Great little handycam

                    By Marco

                    from NJ

                    About Me Casual User

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Easy to Use
                    • Great Picture Quality
                    • Large Clear LCD

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Home Movies

                      Comments about Sony HDR-CX150 16GB HD Handycam Camcorder (Black):

                      I bought to replace my mini DV handycam. I also own the DVDirect burner. I was up and running without any issues. I use it mostly for recording the family. When using the DVDirect to burn DVD's it was simple when using the one button push to record. DVD burns in minutes. Highly recommend this handycam to others. Haven't done low shooting yet so I can't comment on that. Don't have any cons about this handycam.

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                      • Yes

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                      4.0

                      Great camera!

                      By Obie

                      from York, PA

                      About Me Casual User

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Easy to Use
                      • Good Image Stabilization
                      • Good in Low Light
                      • Great Picture Quality
                      • Great Sound
                      • Great Zoom
                      • Large Clear LCD
                      • Zoom range/performance

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Home Movies
                        • Travel

                        Comments about Sony HDR-CX150 16GB HD Handycam Camcorder (Black):

                        Family videos, kids sports.
                        Very easy to use.
                        Takes incredible video.

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                        • No

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                        4.0

                        Nice clear picture in a small package.

                        By Scottman

                        from Pontiac, Il

                        About Me Casual User

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                        • Easy to Use
                        • Good Image Stabilization
                        • Great Picture Quality
                        • Great Zoom
                        • Zoom range/performance

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Home Movies
                          • Travel
                          • Weddings/Events

                          Comments about Sony HDR-CX150 16GB HD Handycam Camcorder (Black):

                          It is a small, compact camera that takes good video. It is great for travel and to take to events.

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                          • No

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                          4.0

                          Great Camcorder

                          By Ravvvi

                          from Iowa

                          About Me Casual User

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Easy to Use
                          • Good Image Stabilization
                          • Great Picture Quality
                          • Great Zoom

                          Cons

                          • No External Mic Input

                          Best Uses

                          • HD Shooting
                          • Indoors/Low Light
                          • Travel

                          Comments about Sony HDR-CX150 16GB HD Handycam Camcorder (Black):

                          Very nice slim and easy to carry camcorder, excellent zoom and pictures are awesome. Definitely would recommend to a friend.

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                          • No

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                          4.0

                          Glad to take this

                          By Prashant

                          from White Plains ,NY

                          About Me Casual User

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Easy to Use
                          • Good Image Stabilization
                          • Zoom range/performance

                          Cons

                          • Poor In Low Light

                          Best Uses

                          • HD Shooting
                          • Home Movies
                          • Indoors/Low Light

                          Comments about Sony HDR-CX150 16GB HD Handycam Camcorder (Black):

                          it is a first camera in my life. i am happy with it.

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                          • No

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                          5.0

                          Great camcorder for the money

                          By Bill

                          from Camanche, IA

                          About Me Casual User

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Easy to Use
                          • Good Image Stabilization
                          • Good in Low Light
                          • Great Picture Quality
                          • Great Sound
                          • Great Zoom
                          • Large Clear LCD
                          • Zoom range/performance

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • HD Shooting
                            • Home Movies
                            • Indoors/Low Light
                            • Travel
                            • Weddings/Events

                            Comments about Sony HDR-CX150 16GB HD Handycam Camcorder (Black):

                            Camcorder fits in the palm of your hand and controls are easy to use. We plugged the HDMI cable into our hi-def tv and the picture is amazing. This was the first HD camcorder we've owned but were really impressed with the quality.

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                            • No

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                            4.0

                            Good features.

                            By kamal

                            from Bridgeport,CT

                            About Me Casual User

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Easy to Use
                            • Good Image Stabilization
                            • Great Picture Quality
                            • Great Sound
                            • Zoom range/performance

                            Cons

                            • Limited Zoom

                            Best Uses

                            • Home Movies
                            • Indoors/Low Light
                            • Travel
                            • Weddings/Events

                            Comments about Sony HDR-CX150 16GB HD Handycam Camcorder (Black):

                            Good functions and efficient.

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                            • No

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                            4.0

                            I liked this product very much

                            By sri

                            from Ellicott City, MD

                            About Me Casual User

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                  Comments about Sony HDR-CX150 16GB HD Handycam Camcorder (Black):

                                  The video clarity is awesome and I liked it very much.

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                                  • No

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                                  5.0

                                  excellent portable selection

                                  By Ron H

                                  from Tulsa, OK

                                  About Me Video Enthusiast

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • Easy to Use
                                  • Good Image Stabilization
                                  • Good in Low Light
                                  • Great Picture Quality
                                  • Great Zoom
                                  • Large Clear LCD
                                  • Zoom range/performance

                                  Cons

                                  • No External Mic Input

                                  Best Uses

                                  • HD Shooting
                                  • Home Movies
                                  • Travel

                                  Comments about Sony HDR-CX150 16GB HD Handycam Camcorder (Black):

                                  Bought this for my upcoming vacation. Wanted a small HD camera with good zoom. This fit the bill nicely. It also has the capability to write to an external hard drive without a computer. That was the item the totally sold me. Have not used it much but the features I have been playing with seem to work flawlessly.

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                                  • No

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                                  4.0

                                  Exactly what I wanted

                                  By Coates

                                  from NSW, Australia

                                  About Me Video Enthusiast

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • Easy to Use
                                  • Good Image Stabilization
                                  • Good in Low Light
                                  • Great Picture Quality
                                  • Great Sound
                                  • Great Zoom
                                  • Large Clear LCD
                                  • Zoom range/performance

                                  Cons

                                    Best Uses

                                    • HD Shooting
                                    • Home Movies
                                    • Travel

                                    Comments about Sony HDR-CX150 16GB HD Handycam Camcorder (Black):

                                    I am about to go travelling and I wanted a simple yet powerful product. This camcorder is exactly that - incredibly easy to use, very compact and very lightweight. The display screen is amazingly clear and function versability is very diverse - allowing even a novice like myself to get great results. Only downside I've found so far, is as a MAC user, I can only import the viseo files through iMovie, slightly annoying but not the end of the world. Alround great product.

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                                    4.0

                                    Great for Travel

                                    By Monty the Mutt

                                    from Washington, DC

                                    About Me Casual User

                                    Verified Buyer

                                    Pros

                                    • Easy to Use

                                    Cons

                                    • Limited Zoom

                                    Best Uses

                                    • Travel

                                    Comments about Sony HDR-CX150 16GB HD Handycam Camcorder (Black):

                                    A very good compact camcorder. Would be even better if it had a wider angle lens. Reaching the zoom control is a tad awkard.

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                                    4.0

                                    Good things in a small package

                                    By Professor Rick

                                    from Ohio

                                    About Me Semi-pro Videographer

                                    Verified Buyer

                                    Pros

                                    • Easy to Use
                                    • Great Picture Quality
                                    • Zoom range/performance

                                    Cons

                                      Best Uses

                                      • Documentaries
                                      • HD Shooting
                                      • Home Movies
                                      • Movies/Short Films
                                      • Travel

                                      Comments about Sony HDR-CX150 16GB HD Handycam Camcorder (Black):

                                      This HD camcorder is everything we hoped for, and more! The image quality is crisp and HD clear. The controls are intuitive, and makes the camera easy to use right out of the box. On-board storage is ample. The extremely compact camera makes it perfect for "reality" type recording. It fits snugly in one hand, and can be easily attached to a helmet, glove, etc. to capture "point-of-view" video. Good low light image. We added the wide angle/macro lens for close up work. The camera yeilds super sharp images down to FRACTIONS of an inch from the subject. Camera connected easily to computer via USB. Video imported seamlessly into video editing software (we use SONY VEGAS). The ONLY feature that is not ideal is the AC adaptor/battery. The battery can only be charged while on the camera, with the AC unit that is included. It would very handy to be able to charge a spare battery separately. With the AC cable attached, the camera is somewhat difficult to hold.

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                                      4.0

                                      Good relation Cost x Benefit

                                      By Andrezão

                                      from Doha - Qatar

                                      About Me Video Enthusiast

                                      Verified Buyer

                                      Pros

                                      • Easy to Use
                                      • Good Cost x Benefit
                                      • Large Clear LCD

                                      Cons

                                      • No External Mic Input
                                      • Poor In Low Light

                                      Best Uses

                                      • Home Movies
                                      • Travel

                                      Comments about Sony HDR-CX150 16GB HD Handycam Camcorder (Black):

                                      This is a good camcorder for the price range

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                                      Media

                                      Required item: Recording media is not included, be prepared - always carry extra media.

                                      Kingston -  16GB SDHC Memory Card Class 4
                                      • Price: $12.95
                                      • Instant Savings: -$3.00
                                      • Offer ends MAY 31 '12
                                      • You Pay: $9.95
                                      • GBP 6.34
                                       

                                      Batteries & Power

                                      Don't get caught without power, always have a spare battery.

                                      Sony -  NP-FV70 Rechargeable Camcorder Battery Pack (2060mAh, 8.4V)
                                      • Price: $64.99
                                      • GBP 41.39
                                       

                                      Bags & Cases

                                      Carry, store, and protect all your equipment with a bag or case.

                                      Sony -  LCS-X20 Soft Carrying Case for Camcorders (Black with Grey Trim)
                                      • Price: $12.49
                                      • GBP 7.96
                                       
                                      Pearstone -  Onyx 1030 Digital Camera/Camcorder Shoulder Bag
                                        • Original: $17.95
                                        • Save: $1.79
                                      • Price: $16.16
                                      • GBP 10.29
                                       

                                      Filters

                                      Protect your lens or produce a desired visual effect by adding a filter.

                                      Tiffen -  30mm UV Protector Filter
                                      • Price: $4.03
                                      • GBP 2.57
                                       
                                      Tiffen -  30mm Circular Polarizing Filter
                                      • Price: $35.95
                                      • GBP 22.90
                                       

                                      Lenses & Adaptors

                                      Capture the right view with a conversion lens.

                                      Sony -  VCL-HA07A 0.7x Wide Angle Lens
                                      • Price: $29.99
                                      • GBP 19.10
                                       
                                      Sony -  VCL-HG1730A 1.7x High Grade Telephoto Conversion Lens
                                      • Price: $129.00
                                      • GBP 82.16
                                       
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                                      What's in the Box

                                      Sony HDR-CX150 16GB HD Handycam Camcorder (Black)
                                      • USB Cable
                                      • AC Adapter
                                      • Component A/V Cable
                                      • A/V Cable
                                      • NP-FV50 Battery Pack
                                      • Lithium Battery
                                      • Application Software/USB Driver/CD-ROM
                                      • 1-Year Parts and 90-Days Labor Limited Warranty
                                       
                                       
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