Sony DCRSX40 Palm-Sized camcorder with 60X Optical Zoom
Make the memories last in style. The ultra-compact DCR-SX40 Handycam camcorder can record video to 4 GB of embedded memory or handy, removable Memory Stick Duo or Memory Stick PRO Duo media. A professional-quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens delivers sharp, high-resolution images and 60x optical zoom lets you bring the action closer with impeccable detail. DCR-SX40 Handycam Highlights 4 GB embedded memory 4 GB of embedded memory can record and store up to approximately 2 hours 55 minutes of video footage (LP mode). 60x optical/2000x digital zoom Ideal for sporting events, wildlife, or distance shooting, 60x optical zoom brings you closer to the action, so you can capture extremely tight shots, even from far away. In addition, Digital Zoom Interpolation means that extreme digital zooming (up to 2000x) is clearer, with less distortion than previous types of digital zooms. Professional-quality Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens The Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens is designed specifical…more
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9 comments
Ye on August 25, 2009 at 5:06 pm
3.0 out of 5 stars
grainy poor picture quality
there are better cameras out there for around or a few dollars more than this. It films grainy.. even in the HQ mode, even if a room is day lit well, it still films poor unless…
Anonymous on August 25, 2009 at 7:11 pm
My first impressions of this small camcorder are very good. The size is perfect as it fits in your purse so it is available at all times. How many times have you thought I wish I had my camera. The battery last about one and a half hours,it is a infolithium battery, which means that you can see how much time you have left on it. Plus it will hold and retain its charge over time. The record time on sp is about 85 minutes. This camcorder will accept up to a 16 gig memory card. And, you can purchase additional batteries with longer record time. The number of the batteries range between np-fh50 to np-fh100. The touch screen is simple and easy to use. It is powered up when the lcd screen is opened. The controls all have a good placement. The zoom is great works quietly and quickly. The sound is also very good(I could hear every bite the cat ate,the screech of the rocking chair and even the tv which was turned low. )No it is not hd but the picture is very good. This camcorder has a quality build and a Carl Zeiss lens. Because of the features, you would expect this small beauty to be more expensive. So in the end you get quite a lot of bang for your buck. I wanted to add that with a 8 gig card you get an additionl 174 minutes(nearly 3 hrs. additional record time. The npfh50 battery gives you 3 hrs of additional charge. When this two items are added you have nearly 4 and a half hours of record time. Also, the camcorder allows you to choose to record on the internal memory or the memory stick. Plus Amazon has the best prices on the battery and memory card.
Binh on August 25, 2009 at 7:39 pm
3.0 out of 5 stars
the item is great but the seller wasn’t cooperative
when I bought this item, I asked the seller not to put the receipt inside the box and they sent me assuring me that they do not include the receipt in their packages.
Anonymous on August 25, 2009 at 8:00 pm
2.0 out of 5 stars
Poor Picture Quality
I expected a better picture quality than this! The camera is really cool. 60x zoom is amazing. Features all work well.
Riva on August 25, 2009 at 9:14 pm
Hopefully this “review” will be helpful to other Mac users, as it took me several hours to figure this one out. I thought I could just drag and drop the files from the camera to my Mac. While you can do this, there will be no audio on the files. Here is the fix: Import the files directly from the camera using iMovie. Once imported, the files will be . mov and you can do what you want with them. That’s it! (Note: I was using Mac OSX 10. 5. 6 and iMovie 7. 1. 4). P. S. As of 5/27/09, the photo showing the “silver” version of this item is incorrect. Chose one of the other colors to see what it really looks like.
Ulla on August 25, 2009 at 10:01 pm
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good for the price compared to other available camcorders
Pros:When I opened the box I was delighted to find that it is so small and light (with battery). The zoom is too good.
Zuleikha on August 25, 2009 at 11:31 pm
I love the size of this camcorder. It truly fits in the palm of your hand. It takes some time to get used to holding it in order to record and to use the zoom feature. You need to experiment and also ensure to get the strap snug enough to alleviate movement of the camera when you’re recordng. The instructions aren’t as detailed as I’d like. I found myself having a few questions about the operation but didn’t find the answers. The software it comes with is powerful but takes some time to understand it and to learn all the features. The screen is touch screen and again, need to get used to how hard to press on the screen in order for it to respond. Some of the on screen features aren’t easy to manuver around and I find myself closing the screen just to reset it. I’m sure there is a proper way to do everything but I have to admit I haven’t spent a lot of time reading everything in detail. It wasn’t hard to figure it out right from the box. A big plus is if you have a Sony store near you. They offer free one hour instructions on any of their products. I plan to take advantage of that as soon as I get the time. Overall, for the price, I would recommend it.
Valerian on August 26, 2009 at 12:04 am
4.0 out of 5 stars
Takes great video and easy to use
Tried for the first time at a school concert where I sat at the back of the auditorium as I do not want to disturb others as I might be fussing with the unit.
Filbert on August 26, 2009 at 2:29 am
2.0 out of 5 stars
sony camcorder
I used it very little so far but i already know it no way as good as my sony mini dv recorder. which is about 4-5 years older and uses mini tapes
I was going to get rid of…