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Sony HDR-HC3E

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A / 83%	1/2008

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Camcorder
Sony HDR-HC3E
36 reports, 14 opinions

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TEST REPORTS
36 reports

OPINIONS
14 opinions

MARKET PRICE

£951.32 *

	single review: Sony HDR-HC3 camcorder

quote: "For: Razor-sharp HD footage Neat digital features Great screen Easy handling Against: No manual exposure Not cheap Verdict: A flexible Hi-Def camcorder that produces amazing images. OK, it... "

	directly to the test of t3.com

test assessment:

5 out of 5 stars

t3.com - single review: Sony HDR-HC3 camcorder - test report - United Kingdom

issue 10/2007

	single review: Sony HDR-HC3E

quote: "A-List HD camcorders enter the mainstream once and for all. With image quality like this, there´s lit... "

	directly to the test of pcpro.co.uk

test assessment:

5 out of 6 stars

pcpro.co.uk - single review: Sony HDR-HC3E - test report - United Kingdom

issue 144

	single review: Sony HDR-HC3E - HD Camcorder

quote: "If you’ve used the HDR-HC1E or Sony’s more professional HDV models for any length of time, you can’t help feeling disappointed by the HDR-HC3E’s lack of prosumer features. All that video quality, with so little user control. But then there’s the price. With some e-tailers already listing this model for £800, HDV has clearly arrived in the mainstrea... "

	directly to the test of trustedreviews.com

test assessment:

9/10

trustedreviews.com - single review: Sony HDR-HC3E - HD Camcorder - test report - United Kingdom

issue 6/2006

	single review: Sony Hdr-Hc3E

quote: "The making of your own HD movie has never been so affordable to video enthusiasts as it is now with the Sony HDR-HC3E, the lightest and smallest High Definition video camcorder on the market today. A new ClearVid CMOS sensor and Enhanced Image Processor secures professional levels of sharpness with realistic colour quality. An Easy Handycam button ... "

	directly to the test of EISA Awards

test assessment:

Best Product

EISA Awards - single review: Sony Hdr-Hc3E - test report - United Kingdom

issue 2006-2007

	single review: Sony Handycam HDR-HC3

quote: "Though significantly cheaper than Sony´s previous consumer HD camcorder, the Sony Handycam HDR-HC3 still offers superb HD video quality Excellent video quality; compact; supports both HD and DV resolutions; decent still photos No microphone jack; n... "

	directly to the test of CNET.co.uk

test assessment:

7.6
(very good)

CNET.co.uk - single review: Sony Handycam HDR-HC3 - test report - United Kingdom

issue 5/2006

	single review: Sony HDR-HC3

quote: "A-List Recommended HD camcorders enter the mainstream once and for all. With image quality like this, there’s li... "

	directly to the test of pcauthority.com.au

test assessment:

5 out of 6 stars

pcauthority.com.au - single review: Sony HDR-HC3 - test report - United Kingdom

issue 7/2007

	Quick Review Camcorders: Sony HDR-HC3

quote: "Pros: Terrific HDV video at a very reasonable street price - lower than some SD camcorders - Easy to use and handle - Huge and sharp 3.5" LCD screen - None of the workflow issues associated with AVCHD video Cons: Compared to the HDR-HC1, this camcorder disappoints - Control dial rather than the superior ring found on the... "

	directly to the test of easycamcorders.com

no valuation

easycamcorders.com - Quick Review Camcorders: Sony HDR-HC3 - test report - United Kingdom

issue 10/2006

	single review: Sony Handycam HDR-HC3E

quote: "The good: Records high quality 1080i HD video Compact Affordable for a HD camcorder Logical button placement HDMI and component connectors The bad: Touch screen navigation can be cumbersome Difficult to share video without a Blu-ray/HD DVD burner No video light No microphone jack Sony bring... "

	directly to the test of CNET.com.au

test assessment:

7.6/10

CNET.com.au - single review: Sony Handycam HDR-HC3E - test report - United Kingdom

issue 10/2006

	single review: Sony HDR-HC3 HDV 1080i Handycam

quote: "Editor´s Choice Pros: Incredible video quality. Excellent sound. Performs well in extreme lighting scenarios. Cons: No included software. Instructions should feature more about the benefits and details of high-definition video. Menus are still not very clear. Cheaper than its predecessor, but still pricey. Bottom line: Sony´s HDR-HC3... "

	directly to the test of pcmag.com

test assessment:

4 out of 5

pcmag.com - single review: Sony HDR-HC3 HDV 1080i Handycam - test report - United Kingdom

issue 7/2006

	single review: Sony HDR-HC3 HDV camcorder

quote: "The good: Great image in either SD or HD Quick response to changing scene Some image control provided by auto/manual toggle and dial Touchscreen LCD has additional recording controls The bad: Camera controls most image settings No external battery charger A good choice for families wanting to match a camera to their HD TV set. Automatic operati... "

	directly to the test of CNET.com.au

test assessment:

8.0/10

CNET.com.au - single review: Sony HDR-HC3 HDV camcorder - test report - United Kingdom

issue 7/2006

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