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Sony DCRPC109 Compact MiniDV Digital Handycam Camcorder w/10x Optical Zoom | 
| Brand: Sony
Category: Photography
Buy Used: $298.99
as of 7/29/2010 21:11 MST details
Used (8) from $298.99
Seller: michaelobi
Rating:  12 reviews
Sales Rank: 64432
Media: Electronics
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Optical Zoom: 10
Display Size: 2.5
Maximum Focal Length: 32
Minimum Focal Length: 3.2
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 1 x 1 x 1
MPN: DCRPC109
Model: PC109
UPC: 027242644816
EAN: 0027242644816
ASIN: B0001DB3HU
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Sleek, compact MiniDV camcorder and digital still camera with 1-megapixel CCD | | • | 10x optical zoom lens (digital zoom to 120x) with Super SteadyShot image stabilizer | | • | 2.5-inch rotating LCD and color viewfinder | | • | Low-light recording settings, Memory Stick Duo slot, Handycam Station, and intelligent accessory shoe | | • | NP-FF51 InfoLithium Rechargeable Battery |
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Product Description
CL) U) SONY DCR-PC109 DV CAMCORDER
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Over 4 years of reliable service February 13, 2009
retrowrestling (SGV, California)
I first purchased this Sony MiniDV in Octocber of 2004. I had considered other formats such as recordable DVD's and even tapeless but in the end I went with the MiniDV format since I had a good experience with a prior Sony MiniDV model.
In 4 plus years, this DCRPC109 has been a very good "foot soldier" for me. Very reliable in many situations and able to get the scenes I need. What I liked most about this video camera is its small size along with the tiny MiniDV tapes. The picture quality on MiniDV's is crystal clear.
The camera is able to take cell phone quality digital pictures(not bad for 2004, not ok in 2009). Pictures can be stored on the Sony Memory Stick and ONLY the Sony Memory Stick. Other drawbacks include the fact that you need the whole camera in order to charge the battery on a loading dock. You can get a seperate battery charger if you want that option.
You get 10X optical and 120X digital zooms. You also get NightShot and a built-in lens cover. The lens cover is great for keeping out dirt but the NightShot I never found too useful, hate the "greenish" hue. High quality video camera with sharp picture quality. The only thing is that for the same price you can get a much more advanced video camera in 2009. If you can find it really cheap, then I'd say go for it.
buy cheaper direct from Sony April 22, 2006
L. Friedman (San Francisco)
I found this on clearance today on the Sony website.
Limited quantity. $ 549.
 my worst experience March 27, 2005
G. Zhou (Berkeley, CA)
4 out of 8 found this review helpful
After I recorded a few tapes using this brand new camcorder bought from Amazon, it got snowflake-like noise all over LCD screen. Since I did not use it for the first month after I got it, I could not return it and had to send it to SONY repair center for service. After I got it back, it constantly complains about dirty video head and I have to use a cleaning tape each time it does that. My worst experience with any electronics I ever had.
Great for Recreational Use March 7, 2005
S. Hsia (Irvine, CA USA)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
I've had this little guy for about 9 months now, and I have no major complaints. While this camcorder suits the needs of those who want good performance in filming normal activities, it may fall short of higher expectations.
I bought this camcorder because it is small, compact, good-looking, and has a touch-panel feature (highly amusing and useful). The 1.0 Megapixel picture quality becomes pretty obvious during playback, though. Again, for those who just want to film family, school, and random events, I doubt anyone would complain about this small setback. But for those who want to make quality movies or semi-professional documentaries, the features and pixels may not be enough.
I use this camcorder recreationally and it is a blast to use. I guess one word to describe my experience with it is: Complacent. If you want to film on a more professional level, I recommend the Sony DCR-HC85. It has 2.0 Megapixels, a built in flash, a 3.5 inch touch-panel LCD, and among other great features. It is slightly bigger and heavier, but it is nonetheless an excellent camcorder for more demanding purposes.
Recreational: Sony DCR-PC109. More serious filming: Sony DCR-HC85.
Overall, you can't go wrong with the DCR-PC109.
Worst Experience Ever February 5, 2005
Jack Blackk (LA)
5 out of 11 found this review helpful
I've owned so many Sony products, this one is a dud. Someone already mentioned the horrible placement of the power in, the little rubber flipper gets in the way of everything. The PicturePackage software is a complete joke. SonyCopy.exe crashes every time I try to open my pictures. The lens cover is not automatic, and needs to be open no matter what you want to do. If its not open, it screams 'cover not open' at you until you MANUALLY open it. The device shows up as Camcorder 2 in Windows XP, you cannot browse your memory stick thru windows explorer. The resolution of the still shots is HORRIBLE. Do not buy this camera. Ugh. I'm stuck with it because I bought it at a retailer that won't take it back after 14 days.
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