Shoot long-lasting videos with Sony HDR-XR150 !
Introduction:
Studded with an impressive array of features, Sony HDR-XR150 is a performance-oriented light-weight camcorder designed to appeal to the videographers of every level. The XR-150 claims to hold 11 hours and 20 minutes of footage at its maximum quality. The camcorder carries 120GB HDD drive and also offers support to SD/SDHC/Memory Stick Pro Duo memory cards etc.
Features:
Sony HDR-XR150 offers 9 scene modes which can be used in an exhaustive variety of combinations up to 60 for better practice of your videography skills when the provided Auto mode is just not enough. A special function called Smooth Slow Record allows you to examine a scene in full detail from close quarters. This feature functions by accelerating the recording rate from 60 to 240 frames per second.
Pros:
· Shoot still images of 3 megapixels resolution and videos in 1920 x 1080 Full-HD quality at 24 megabits per second. For better viewing, connect the camcorder to a HDTV using the HDMI cable and enjoy the Full-HD advantage.
· Catch a glimpse of your favorite animal in a safari or watch your dream player make that perfect goal up close in action with this camcorder. The 25x optical zoom offers enhanced zoom rates which can disallow you from missing out on any distant action. The digital zooming capacity of this camcorder can be stretched up to 300x.
· Make DVDs with the supplied Picture Motion browser software. Simply plug in the camcorder to a PC and press One Touch Disc button your DVD is ready in no time.
Cons:
· The camcorder lacks alternative audio features externally.
· The Picture Motion Browser software supplied with camcorder is not compatible with Mac OS.
· The camcorder lacks a bevy of components like viewfinder, accessory shoe, built-in flash and microphone inputs.
Pricing Range:
Give a new edge to your home videos with this camcorder by paying just $519-$699. Available in Black!
Final Verdict:
Sony HDR-XR150 did throw up some visibility issues when its LCD glares in direct sunlight. In addition to this there are several minor quirks associated with this camcorder’s performance but not all of them translate into deal-breakers in the end. The camcorder delivers good performance that is totally in accordance with its price.