Sony DCR-DVD7 DVD Handycam Camcorder w/10x Optical Zoom review:
4 stars (Camcorder great, USB connection bad) - I absolutely love this DVD Camcorder. It's so super small and user friendly I can't explain. It is very simple to use.



My only complaint and frustration is that my Sony VGC-RA710G VAIO PC and the USB software for the Sony DCR-DVD7 don't get along. I thought for sure a Sony would be compatible with a Sony, especially since both are less than one year old.



Best I can tell Windows XP professional won't recognize the USB connection to the Camcorder because the software isn't digitally signed or something. Plus everytime I try just about any installation variation my pc gets hung up...something that it NEVER EVER EVER does. So until Sony can answer why a Sony won't talk to a Sony I can't give the product 5 stars.



This camcorder does hook up easily to a tv, and once you finalize your recordings, they will play on anything. I can't comment on the editing software because I have only been trying to hook up the camcorder to the pc via the USB cable. My hopes and assumptions are that I can use the software from my finalized DVD's.



P.S. If any other users are experiencing this same problem or can offer any advice, it would be greatly appreciated.
4 stars (Awesome camcorder!) - This camcorder is very easy to use, light, and takes good video as well as decent stills. My only complaint would be the disk length - the DVD still only holds 30 minutes of video. I have found some that hold 60, but only on the Web, not in stores.
5 stars (Excellent Camcorder) - I bought this last month when the price was $549....what a difference a month makes.

This is a great small and compact camcorder. Has great audio and video and the DVD is very convienent. I'm extremely pleased with the recorder. The included software works, but to really get into the video editing mode, you'll need some professional software.

All in all, great product and I would buy again. Good luck!

Sony DCR-DVD7 DVD Handycam Camcorder w-10x Optical Zoom is the Electronics version. The full version can be purchased by clicking on the "CLICK HERE TO ORDER" button below for around  Too Low ToUSD.