Above average (B)
4 reviews
05/2011
- Type: Memory Card Camcorder
- Special Features: Scene detection, …
- Optical zoom: 10x
- Weight: 395 g
- Display diagonal: 3"
- Digital zoom: 120x … more information
Magazine Nr. 142 (6-8/2011) Single test |
“good”
“The HDR-CX690’s performance failed to impress across the board. But its 50p mode and 26.3 starting focal length are a good enough reason to buy the device. In terms of semi-professional setting options, which enable you to calibrate the camcorder yourself, there’s definitely room for improvement. ...” |
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Magazine 4/2011 |
“very good” (150 out of 200 points)
“Likes: super wide angle; max. 50p resolution; more manual control; good lowlight picture. Dislikes: -.” |
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Magazine 4/2011 |
“good” (71 out of 100 points)
Value for money: “very good” “Bar a GPS receiver and a read-only memory, the CX 690 is based on the design of its older brother. That’s why it’s able to deliver a decent photo function, numerous automatic features and 50p recording, even with interpolation. Film makers who aren’t very keen on computer editing will be able to make good use of the ability to save recordings directly onto a hard drive without having to go via your PC.” |
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4/2011 |
without final score
“By contrast, users will be greeted by a real surprise when they turn this device on. They’ll see this camcorder’s latest feature - a colourful menu filled with icons; something Sony brought out 6 months ago with its NEX series of cameras. The interface has a bit too much of a playful design for our taste ...” |
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Reviewed: the Sony HDR-CX700 and HDR-CX690 slashCAM 4/2011 - You just need to take a look at the features list of Sony’s latest top consumer camcorder range for 2011 to see that the brand doesn’t necessarily want to assume a revolutionary or pioneering role on the market. The most impressive additions are a slightly extended wide angle and support for 50p, a feature which Panasonic single-handedly developed one year ago to go with its AVCHD standard. Review details: Two camcorders were tested.
Sony Bloggie MHS-TS20K PC Pro 5/2011 - Cisco’s decision to cease the manufacture of Flip pocket video cameras came as a big disappointment; the products have been firm favourites in the PC Pro offices for a few years now, due to class-leading image quality and ease of use. But one man’s loss is another’s gain, so the saying goes, and other manufacturers are stepping in with their own products in the hope of grabbing some market share.
Tests on similar products: Sony HDR-CX700V, Canon XF100, Panasonic HDC-SD 90, Samsung C20 Ultra Compact Camcorder, GE - General Imaging DV1, Panasonic SD900, Toshiba Camileo S30, JVC Everio GZ-HM650, Canon Vixia HF M40, Canon Legria HF M41.
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