Sony HDR-HC9 6MP MiniDV High Definition Handycam Camcorder 10x Optical Zoom

Sony : HDR-HC9

Main Features

Capture high-definition video to MiniDV
3.2-megapixel ClearVid CMOS sensor
10x optical zoom, 20x digital zoom; Digital Zoom Interpolation
Capture still images up to 6.1 megapixels
HDMI connection; USB 2.0 terminal

Product Description

Record your memories in HD brilliance. The HDR-HC9 MiniDV HD Handycam Camcorder delivers high definition quality and versatility with a professional grade Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens, 10x optical / 20x digital zoom, and a 3.2 megapixel ClearVid CMOS sensor for stunning video and 6.1 megapixel still images. Use the Dual Record Mode to capture still images and video at the same time, while Super SteadyShot optical image stabilization helps ensure clear images. View everything you shoot on the 2.7" wide Clear Photo LCD Plus display featuring touch panel technology. Even save your still images directly to a Memory Stick PRO Duo media card (sold separately) to easily transfer and share your photos.

Product Details

Title: Sony HDR-HC9 6MP MiniDV High Definition Handycam Camcorder 10x Optical Zoom
Sales Rank: 1012 in Electronics
Manufacturer: Sony, Model: HDR-HC9
Maximum Resolution: 2.3 Megapixel
Focal Length: 5.4 - 54 millimeters
Zoom: x10 (optical), x2 (digital)
LCD Display Size: 2.7 inches
Special Features: Size: 1/2.9 - inch; Movie Resolution: 1440 x 1080; Storage Media: Memory Stick PRO Duo, HDV, MiniDV Cassette; Compressed Format: JPEG; Optical Zoom: 10x; Digital Zoom: 20x; Focal Length: 37mm; Focus Mode: Auto, Manual; Optical Viewfinder: Wide (16:9); LCD Monitor: 2.7-inches; LCD Pixels: 123,000 pixels; LCD Coverage: 100%; Maximum Aperture: f 1.8 - 2.9; Shutter Speed: Auto, 1/2 - 1/500 sec.; White Balance Control: Auto, Indoor.
Item Dimensions: 9 x 7 x 6 inches, 4 pounds
Package Dimensions: 8.6 x 6.8 x 5.3 inches, 3.15 pounds

Customer Reviews

I own an HDR HC7 . . .: Sony HDR-HC7 6.1MP MiniDV High Definition Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom
See my review of the HDR HC7 that I own. Since the HDR HC9 is a next generation model using mini-dvs it is quite likely to have the same design flaw that I encountered. At the same time, miserable Sony service support along with astronomical repair charges after… More reviews

Sony HDR-HC9 6MP MiniDV High Definition Camcorder: Had a heck of a time getting the film into my Mac, and I do this for a living, so it shouldn't have been this hard, but once I got that figured out (put the tapes into a stand-alone deck) everything else came up roses. Great picture quality. Not bad audio. I can attach a wireless lavaliere microphone, which works pretty good. Would be nice… More reviews

First HD camcorder for me: I like this a lot. Maybe it's just because it's my first HD camcorder, but I do a lot of video editing and dvd burning of youth sports videos (for my kids teams) and this is the first camcorder (including borrowed from other parents) that I've been able to actually get really good quality DVDs burned. Old VHS-C, Hi-8 and other DV camcorders… More reviews

Great Camera, Great Video, just one small note.: I picked up this camera back in March 2008 for a one day Amazon sale of only $[...]. Amazing price! The detailed reviews are spot on. Video is stunning to say the least. I firmly believe that HDV is THE way to go still for many reasons. Highest bit rate of all HD Camcorders, The tapes are CHEAP these days and you can… More reviews

Great Camcorder: I love this camera! The image is good quality and the colors are vivid. I would recomended!! The only thing is that the battery doesnt last long, only about 1 hour so I would recommend a second battery but they are expensive. More reviews

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