Sony DCR-HC96 First Impressions Camcorder Review

by Matt Culler
Published on Jan 7, 2006 9:00 PM

Intro
 Performance
Format Tour
Auto / Manual Controls Still Features
Handling and Use Audio / Playback / Connectivity
Other Features Comparisons / Conclusion


The DCR-HC96 is Sony’s top MiniDV camcorder, and looking at its almost complete lack of advancement, we can see where Sony is putting its energies these days—namely into DVD discs and hard discs, both of which are featured on Sony’s most advanced, newly-announced camcorders, the DCR-DVD505 (Review, Specs, $664) and the DCR-SR100 (Review, Specs, $999). The new DCR-HC96 does feature a more compact body design, which allows for the extremely convenient top-loading tape mechanism, Click-to-DVD technology, and a welcomed built-in lens cover.







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