Sammanfattning: A review of the expensive, but powerful Sony DSR-PD170 camcorder. ReviewThe choice of a quality digital video camera is the most important element of home video production, mainly due to the simple fact that it is the primary tool used in the whole pr...
Excellent manual focus control. DV or DVCAM recording. Wide-angle adapter included. Professional audio features. Bright LCD screen. Good low-light performance. Inno-vative lens hood. Stores stills on MemoryStick.
No capability to record true progressive images at 24 or 30 fps. Image control limited to detail and saturation. Only one custom preset. Composite video output inaccurate. Ergonomics more appropriate for use in auto-mode rather than manual shooting.
The Sony PD170 is a definite improvement over its predecessor. Its a sturdy, well-built camcorder with the advantages of shooting DVCAM. But many innovations seem skin deep, and it doesnt have the variety of features available on competing cameras in...
Sammanfattning: The PD170 focuses quickly and precisely in either auto or manual modes, and the knurled rubber focus ring provides a proper amount of drag. The autofocus is fast and reliable and does a better job than most at nailing your subject, even in low-light an...
Sammanfattning: The DSR-PD150 has been an excellent performer since it came out years ago but it has matured over time. As other companies such a Panasonic introduced new cameras like the AG-DVX100 with features such as 24p recording, the DSR-PD150 began to loose ...
