Where To Buy Sony HDR-CX100 AVCHD HD Camcorder with Smile Shutter & 10x Optical Zoom (Black)

Sony HDR-CX100 AVCHD HD Camcorder with Smile Shutter & 10x Optical Zoom (Black)

For the price, this is a remarkable camcorder. The HD (1080i) quality is acceptable when played back on "standard" size screens. However, there is some pixalation when played on my Samsung 61" DLP TV.

The major drawback is the lack of a light. As such, it is difficult to get good quality in poor light conditions. Also, there is sometimes a focusing problem which seems to require a "rebooting" (closing and reopening the viewfinder)in order to correct. This is quite annoying and inconvenient at times.

However, the sound quality is quite good on this machine.

When taking still shots, one must remember to hold the viewfinder in order to stablize the camera.

Finally, the software that comes with the camcorder is quite interesting. Although I have not used all of the options, I did notice that Sony presumes to know what I would like to do, before letting me decide to "creep before I walk." Some of the default features might become annoying.

I have had this camcorder for less than a month, but I am considering returning it in order to upgrade to one that has a night light. I find this to be a major short-coming, as indoor footage, shot under normal room lighting at night, is simply unacceptibly poor. I wish Sony had made a night shot light, even if it had to be bought as an accessary.

I also bought the carry case for this product, but I found the case to be far too cumbersome. I like the portability of the camera by itself, as it fits neatly into my pants pocket.

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