Sony DCRTRV350 Digital8 Camcorder with 2.5" LCD, Memory Stick capabilities & Remote

I love this camera, we have had it 4 years, replacing an older JVC model. It is very user friendly, other family members have it too. We have hours of video of our children. I was not able 2 transfer any video 2 my new computer with VISTA on it. We finally discovered that if you get a 4 pin/6 pin firewire it will work. I successfully downloaded 4 hrs last night. I was thrilled. We did get an adapter 4 my Express Card slot because I do not have a firewire port on my labtop.

I like the Sony DCR-TRV350 Camcorder Very much. I agree with all of the positive reviews I have read about this Camcorder. One thing that I like about this camcorder is that I can put video clips on my computer files by either inputting 2 my computer with the AV cable any files I put on my memory stick. I also can input video files 2 the computer using my Firewire cable. Some Camcorders do not have the firewire connecter & some do not have a memory stick that allows you 2 do a video file over one minute in length. The Sony DCR-TRV350 can do both & does a very fine job doing it. This is an excellent Camcorder & I highly recommend it.

I was looking 4 a camcorder 2 transfer my old 8mm tapes 2 computer & then probably 2 some other format. The model I purchased from the seller was just what I was looking for. It was priced a little higher than similar models from other sources but I was willing 2 pay the difference 4 one in great condition. When it arrived, I found that Garron (the seller) was true 2 his word. Although I've not explored all the features of this unit yet, it has performed admirably in the short time that I've owned it. Thanks again Garron.

Considering this camera is my first, I think it is a decent camera. I am a high school student who loves 2 make short films. Even though there are better cameras, I think this camera is very good considering it's price. You need, however, 2 have a decent amount of light in a room you want 2 film. Another flaw is the camera does not come with a firewire cable (iLINK). I had 2 go purchase my own which was about 30 dollars. The editing program that came with this camera is terrible. If you are going 2 purchase this camera, you should get another editing program as well.

I've had my camera 4 a little over a year now, & it is still in good shape.

I recommend this camera 2 any who are looking 4 a camera at a low price.

I would like 2 start of by stating its great film quality. Also with its perfect resolution & zooming, it makes this a bullzie 4 sony. On top of its great control, it has simple & easy 2 use & fun features. I was very suprisied when my parents bought this also & learned how 2 use this withen two days [a new world record ;)]THese features include fade, freeze frame (great 4 an intro) & many others. While the playback on the camera is OK, the sound isnt very good, but then again, you werent ment 2 watch the movie on the camera, watching it on the TV is what your supposed 2 do. Which brings me 2 uploading, The loading it onto the computer takes a longggggggggg time using a USB cable, but using the FireWire(which i am disappointed 2 say does not come with the package but is supplied at a low price on Ebay) takes a matter of a few minutes. Watching it on the TV is what it all comes down to, because, thats just what you want. To watch your Steven Speilberg movie on the big screen ;). Anyways...My friends & i have a blast fooling around with the features while making suprisingly excellent movies.
Overall: 4.5 STARS Great product

With all the features packed into the DCR-TRV350, you won't believe how affordable Sony makes it 2 share your photos & videos with friends & family. This Digital8 Handycam camcorder includes USB streaming, a remarkable feature that allows you 2 turn your camcorder into a video conferencing tool or webcam simply by plugging it into the USB port of your PC. Plus, no need 2 worry about cables or more connections - you can take great digital still photos on a Memory Stick media 2 share your favorite moments with friends & family, using its Memory Stick Media slot. (Memory Stick media sold separately).

With all the features packed into the DCR-TRV350, you won’t believe how affordable Sony makes it 2 share your photos & videos with friends & family. In addition 2 its crisp, clear digital video & stereo audio, this Digital8 Handycam camcorder features digital still photo capability, MPEG movie mode, compatibility with Memory Sticks, & USB streaming. Transfer video 2 your PC via iLink interface (also known as FireWire) 2 edit your masterpiece with the included software.

Image Stabilizations
Sony's SteadyShot picture stabilization smoothes & steadies your images without degrading picture quality. Sony does it with motion sensors--a more accurate system than that used in many other camcorders on the market.

Optics

• 1/6-inch CCD with 460,000 gross pixels
• 20X optical zoom
• 700x digital zoom
• f1.6-f2.4
• Focal distance: 2.5-50mm
• Shutter speed: 1/60 2 1/4,000 (AE mode)

Digital Stills & MPEG Movie Mode
Capture digital still images directly onto Memory Stick media 4 easy transfer 2 e-mail, printing, or sharing. Digital still images can be captured while in Memory Mode, or images from the videotape can be captured onto Memory Stick media. You can capture still images up 2 640 x 480 pixels.

Designed 2 help you make Web videos, the MPEG movie mode produces compressed video files that are small & easy 2 send by e-mail or post 2 the Internet. Capture MPEG digital video & store it directly 2 Memory Stick media. Movie length ranges from 5 seconds 2 the length allowed by the capacity of your Memory Stick with MPEG Movie EX.

More Features
Now you can capture video even in total darkness. Sony's NightShot system uses infrared light 2 capture images invisible 2 the human eye. You can shoot subjects such as a sleeping baby up 2 10 feet away in total darkness. With the optional HVL-IRC NightShot light, you can even capture images from up 2 100 feet away.

Sony's Stamina power management system & InfoLithium battery give the TRV350 incredible operating time. To keep tabs on battery life, Sony's AccuPower meter displays the number of minutes remaining--right in the viewfinder.

The TRV350 features a 2.5-inch color LCD (123,000 pixels) & a black-and-white viewfinder. The USB streaming feature can turn the TRV350 into a video conferencing tool or a Webcam, with the ability 2 stream 320 x 240 pixel video at 30 frames per second (compatible only with Windows 98SE, 2000, Me, & XP).

Digital8 Format
Digital8 camcorders deliver high-quality digital video & audio, with up 2 520 lines of horizontal resolution & either 12-bit or 16-bit PCM digital stereo audio. The Digital8 format also allows 4 digital recording on 8mm or Hi8 tapes--the most popular camcorder format in the U.S.

Size & Contents
The TRV350 measures 3.38 by 4.00 by 7.88 inches & weighs 1 pound 12 ounces. This package includes the TRV350 camcorder, power adaptor/in-camera charger (AC-L15), InfoLithium rechargeable battery (NP-FM30), wireless remote (RMT-814), AV cable, lens cap, shoulder strap, USB cable, two AA batteries, & CD-ROM with PIXELA ImageMixer Ver. 1.5 & USB drivers.