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Sony HDR-HC9 6MP MiniDV High Definition Handycam Camcorder 10x Optical Zoom

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Record your memories in HD brilliance. The HDR-HC9 MiniDV HD Handycam Camcorder delivers high definition quality and versatility with a professional grade Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens, 10x optical / 20x digital zoom, and a 3.2 megapixel ClearVid CMOS sensor for stunning video and 6.1 megapixel still images. Use the Dual Record Mode to capture still images and video at the same time, while Super SteadyShot optical image stabilization helps ensure clear images. View everything you shoot on the 2.7" wide Clear Photo LCD Plus display featuring touch panel technology. Even save your still images directly to a Memory Stick PRO Duo media card (sold separately) to easily transfer and share your photos.

Technical Details

  • Capture high-definition video to MiniDV
  • 3.2-megapixel ClearVid CMOS sensor
  • 10x optical zoom, 20x digital zoom; Digital Zoom Interpolation
  • Capture still images up to 6.1 megapixels
  • HDMI connection; USB 2.0 terminal

Product Details

Height: 3.2 inches

Width: 3.2 inches

Weight: 2.90 pounds

Model: HDR-HC9

Manufacturer: Sony

Media Type: Mini DV (HDV)

Form Factor: Rotating

Lens Type: Zoom lens

Optical Zoom: 10 x

Digital Zoom: 20 x

Focal Length: 5.4 mm to 54 mm

Optical Sensor Resolution: 3.2 MP

Monitor Size: 2.70 inches

Red Eye Reduction: Yes

Color: BLACK/SILVER

Display Size: 2.7 inches

Camcorder Type: minidv

Model SKU: B00123Q936


Sony HDR-HC9 Reviews

rated 3 out of 5 SONY HDR-HC9 IS REALLY GREAT
by S. E. MILLER from OLNEY , MD, 2010-03-02


I been looking for a camcorder for 5 months and I did lots of research in that time, I was in favor of a Canon at first ( S D ). As I read more reviews then you can imagine the cons of low light recording and the noise of the unit( mini-tape ) was a major concern.
I found a web sight that had a video which a man explain everything you need to know about formats & media plus editting on a computer, for me a novice it was invaluable. I went for the Sony HDR-HC9 over a Canon that was similar and cost much less and I'am happy with my decision. The Sony ( H D )is super and I only did a sample recording in the house with only light from the outside and it was very good and the touch screen is nice for rewinding the tape to view what you just shot. Highly recommend this camcored.Amazon is great place to buy anything if you like the price. Stanley of Olney, Maryland ( 5 STARS not the 3 shown )



rated 5 out of 5 Outstanding buy
by Kirby from McLean, Virginia United States, 2010-02-01


Saved money over a new camera and it was in excellent shape and worked as good as the new product.



rated 5 out of 5 Specs Correction USB1.1 Not 2.0
by William Brown from Long Island, NY, 2009-11-24


I'm on the verge of buying this camcorder after much research. It has most of the same features of my superb 10-year old Sony DCR-TRV10 mini-DV digital camcorder, with the addition of USB connectivity - but note that I've posted to Amazon two links to specs for this item (one directly from Sony Style) that state it's USB 1.1 not 2.0. Hardly a show-stopper but not irrelevant. (Go to [...], type in the camcorder ID in the upper-right search bar, ENTER, click the picture link that appears, ignore the No Longer Available and click the QuickView to see the full spec list).



rated 3 out of 5 Good Camera ... but where's the cinema mode ?
by Vinay Dsouza from India, 2009-10-08


I just got this camera yesterday, and I love the image quality, but I'm extremely disappointed that this does not have an inbuilt cinema mode as advertised. Canon vixia hv40 has cinema mode mentioned in the user manual, but the Sony hdr-hc9 has something about a cinematic effect. Does this work ? Does it really record in 24p, if not, does anyone know how to get that cinema effect ? Please help. If its not possible, I wonder why I did not buy the canon Vixia hv40.



rated 5 out of 5 I love these Sony cameras
by Brock Fisher from San Diego, CA USA, 2009-07-10


I have owned a HDR HC1, HC3 and now this camera. They have served me well. My HC3 has taken over a thousand hours of video. I use it for semiprofessional shoot at ballet performances (HD) on a tripod with three other cameras. I drag them with me when I am snowboarding, hiking or traveling in Europe. My cameras are dented and dirty but the video they shoot is still stunning. I still like archiving to tape.