3 Megapixel Image - 2.1 Megapixel Video - 10x Optical Zoom - 120x Digital Zoom - 16 MB Memory Stick Duo Included - Firewire - MPN: DCRHC90 See Product Details
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Description
Direct your own personal movies with the DCR-HC90 MiniDV Handycam camcorder from Sony. Interactive video recording features put you in control of the show. The on screen Zoom and Record buttons allows you to have additional shooting flexibility as well as convenience. The touch panel 2.7 LCD display creates ease of control, so you can manage video recording with just the touch of a button.
Quick Glance
Recording Media: Tape Media, MiniDV
LCD Screen Size: 2.7"
Interface Type: 1 x IEEE 1394, 1 x USB, 1 x Proprietary, 1 x Audio In/Out, 1 x Accessory Terminal, 1 x DC Power In
Image Stabilization: Optical
Optical Zoom: 10
Weight: 15.52
Summary
Product Title: Sony Handycam Digital Camcorder - 2.7" LCD - CCD
Manufacturer: Sony
Lowest Price: $360.00
Power Score: 4.3 | 20 Reviews
Image Processor
Image Sensor: CCD
Image Sensor Quantity: 1
Image Sensor Size: 1/3"
Lens Features
Optical Zoom: 10x
Digital Zoom: 120x
Filter Diameter: 30 mm
Video Recording
Recording Media: Tape Media, MiniDV
Video Capture Format: MPEG
Minimum Lux Rating: 5 lux
Image Stabilization: Optical
General Features
LCD Screen Size: 2.7"
Interface Connection: 1 x IEEE 1394, 1 x USB, 1 x Proprietary, 1 x Audio In/Out, 1 x Accessory Terminal, 1 x DC Power In
Removable Flash Memory Included: 16 MB
Additional Features: PC Connection, Touch Panel LCD, Viewfinder
Power
Power Source: Lithium-Ion Battery, Rechargeable Battery
Dimensions
Height: 3.6 in
Width: 2.6 in
Depth: 4.3 in
Weight: 15.52 oz
Dimensions: 3.58" Height x 2.60" Width x 4.33" Depth
Warranty
Warranty Information: 1 Year
More Info
URL: Manufacturer Link
Crutchfield: Yes
Additional Specifications
Exposure Control: Program AE
Microphone Technology: Electret Condenser
Viewfinder Type: Electronic
White Balance Modes: Auto Outdoor Indoor One-push
Product Series: DCR
Effective Image Resolution: 3 Megapixel
Effective Video Resolution: 2.1 Megapixel
Total Camcorder Resolution: 3.3 Megapixel
Memory Card Type Include: Memory Stick Duo
Longest Shutter Speed: 1/2 Second
Shortest Shutter Speed: 1/4000 Second
Strengths: Great image quality for both video and photo taking. True Widescreen. True 30P recording. Top cassette loading. New improved and slimmer Info Lithium batteries. Perfect size and shape.
Weakness: No manual shutter. Manual Focus and manual exposure only through Menu selection; a bit awkward to use. No uncompressed mode for photo. No earphone connector. A bit pricey.
Under the hood this Sony Camcorder is basically an improved version of the DCR-PC350 at a better price although some stores are liquidating the PC350 at about 100$ cheaper than the HC90. If you read the excellent DVSpot review of the PC350 you will have a very good decription of the HC90 since it is inside the same beast; same optics, same specifications, same functions. But Sony did improve a...
Strengths: Very light weight and very easy to hold. The picture comes out very clean and crisp.
Weakness: Menu selects took some time to get used to. You have select the menu on the lcd by touch screen.
I found that this new unit is definately a lot better than the previous big and bulky camcorder units from SONY in the past. I compared the SONY DCR-HC1000 and SONY DCR-PC350 and found that this unit is the best price, function per value. Sure the DCR-HC1000 can zoom at 12X optical and has a slightly better low light performance it's around $1500. I didn't like the DCR-PC350 due to the lack of...
Strengths: Good video quality, clear LCD, good stabilizer, small size, easy to use.
Weakness: low batter life time, viewfinder is fixed, memory stick is alway expensive.
I would recommend this one, it can beat any canon and JVC camcorders in this price range. It has better night shot function than PV-GS 250. But it is an one ccd product, so the outdoor color is the weaknesses compare with 250, but it's enough for me.
Strengths: It is very compact, almost too small. The images on video and photo both are very sharp. Very easy to use for the first timer. Remote control is cute.
Weakness: Took a while to figure out how to connect to the computer and TV. Sony has very specific steps to follow but this one did not list out very clearly. Have to call friends who used Sony DV before.
Hard to find one with both Comcorder and Photo with this kind of good quality in the market. Size and features are great! Use touch panel for all the setups, eliminates lots of buttons. My 11 years old daughter started within minutes. I also added a memory card for the photos. However, in order to make it to connect to the PC for editing, we have to call both hardware and software tech support....
Strengths: Easy of use, 16x9, touch screen menus, quality video, automatic lens cover, size, internal battery
Weakness: price, battery life
This camera has taken some pretty serious knocks from one of the camcorder review sites. I think this is a terrrible disservice to Sony and consumers. I'm no photographer, but I've had three SLR film cameras, two digital cameras, and three camcorders. Though pricey, this is still an excellent camera for the price. I debated long and hard between this camera and the Panosonic GS150. In the end,...
Strengths: Excellent low light performance, great color on video output, takes decent photos, 16x9 as well as 4x3 output, small size, battery is internal, widescreen lcd for shooting and playback.
Weakness: Expensive replacment battery, One CCD, Humming sound on playback.
The Sony HC90 is a standout at this pricepoint. I almost purchased a Panasonic GS400 but thought twice when i saw panasonic wanted almost double the price of my HC90. You will love the low light performance of the camera. Best I have ever seen. The lack of manual controls was a downer, but the automatic operation of the camera yeilds great results. I also liked the true 16x9 mode of the HC90. I...
Strengths: Excellent low light/indoor video, great Mac compatibility with i-Movie, compact, sleek design.
Weakness: None so far.
I just recently bought this camcorder after trying the Canon Elura 90 and the Sony DCR-DVD103. It blows both of these out of the water. I was looking for mainly a good quality indoor /low light video (I have a brand new baby and new I was going to do alot of filming indoors and in low light - the Canon Eluras/Opturas are horrible in low light) and I finally found it. I'm also happy that it's...
Strengths: Defenatly one of the best cameras out there, picture clarity, design, ease of use
Weakness: battery life, need better options on the camera,
I purchased this camera for my wife, to take videos of kids, surprisingly enough it only took her couple of minutes to get comfortable with it, and off she went. This is a great camera for family and small occasions, small, durable (so far it was dropped 2 times and still works fine). Picture is great, so is sound, small memory card included but capable of holding a few short movies and about 20...
Strengths: Small, awesome 3.1 MP built in digital camera, touch screen LCD screen menu is a plus, great video quality.
Weakness: Still a bit heavy, retail price is steep
The Sony DCR-HC90 is a great camcorder with a built in 3.1 MP camera. I only had it for couple of days but loving it already. I would recommend this to anyone who wants a high end camcorder. The retail is a bit steep but buying it online is the way to go. I bought mine on dbuys.com and it arrive in 3 days!
Sony Handycam DCR-HC90 receives an overall TopTenREVIEWS score of 2.93 out of 4.00. It is ranked the #45 MiniDV camcorder of all time. The overall rating represents an intelligent balance of features, value as a function of price to features, and a summary of reviews from a variety of sources. The TopTen REVIEWS' formula gives a picture of important consumer features, market value, and a...
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The Sony DCR-HC90 is Sony's most expensive horizontal, single-chip, MiniDV camera this year, a complete redesign from last year’s DCR-HC85. The improvements have been more than cosmetic, too, with the DCR-HC90 testing better in video performance and low light. Don’t be surprised that these improvements have bumped up the cost slightly.
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The DCR-HC90, Sony’s most expensive horizontal, single-chip, MiniDV camcorder this year, is available for around US $750. It shows a completely redesigned and unique configuration to other Sony camcorders, continuing a trend that Sony started with the DCR-HC1000 last year and manifested in some of their models this year, such as the DCR-PC55 and their DVD camcorder line. While the DCR-HC90 does...
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HC-90 Disappointment in Video
Strengths: 3mp digitals, ease of use, compactness
Weakness: sony reports 2050k video, but after multiple tests I found it to be no better than my 690k video from an hc-40
If you want the latest bells and whistles, and are satisfied with no additional video quality than the hc-40 or hc-42, go ahead and buy it. I'm holding out for a newer version with a noticeable improvement in video resolution. This I found after conducting a dozen tests, in different lighting conditions with both the hc-40 and hc-90.