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Sony Handycam DCR-DVD403
Created: 05/31/2006
Video description: The Sony Handycam DCR-DVD403 is the first DVD camcorder we've seen that doesn't force you to compromise on features or quality--much.

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Sony Handycam DCR-DVD403 Review

The good: Very good video quality; Dolby Digital 5.1 surround-sound recording; responsive; convenient storage media; decent stills.

The bad: Slightly soft video; DVD format isn't as well supported as MiniDV for editing; no video light; won't work with the Macintosh; can't autodetect aspect ratio during playback.

The bottom line: The Sony Handycam DCR-DVD403 is the first DVD camcorder we've seen that doesn't force you to compromise on features or quality--much.

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Sony Handycam DCR-DVD403 Specs

Manufacturer: Sony
Part number: DCR-DVD403

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