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Sony HDR-XR520 Review (Hard Drive Camcorder)

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The score of A is reached using 2 different tests on the Sony HDR-XR520 (s).
Average score of all camcorders: B.

Product specs: Type: Hard Disk (HDD) Camcorder; Special Features: Full HD Output, Still image Function; Optical zoom: 12x; Display diagonal: 3.2"; Recording Format: AVCHD; Recording Medium: Memory ... more info

Reviews (3) Prices (approx. £1042) Specs
Publication date 9/2009 Single test	5 out of 5 stars "... the on board maps won't be giving TomTom any sleepless nights as they focus only on the biggest of roads. ... These though, are minor quibbles. The Sony HDR-XR520 is a competition destroying all rounder, with a hard drive that can easily handle hours of HD footage. With easy controls and features to make even pros coo, if you're going to buy a high end cammie, this is the one. ... A Full HD camcorder with easy–to–use functionality and features to make you coo."	Go to Test
Publication date 9/2009 Single test	without final score Best Product 2009-2010 "It’s also well equipped, with features like Smile Shutter, automatic face detection with skin tone correction, and a highly efficient Optical Image Stabilizer. Finally, a GPS tracking function allows the user to log the position of recorded movies anywhere on earth where there’s satellite coverage."	Go to Test
Publication date 5/2009 Single test	9 out of 10 points Value for money: 8 out of 10 points, "Recommended" The choice comes down to one between Sony's HDR-XR520 and Panasonic's HDC-HS300, depending on your needs. For semi-pro manual functionality, Panasonic provides more, but for competent image quality, especially in low light, with huge storage capacity, Sony is the pick.	Go to Test

Summary of Sony HDR-XR520

The Sony HDR-XR520 hard drive camcorder came out on top in a group test in EISA Awards online magazine.

The hard drive camcorder was put to the test in 3 magazines and received mostly positive reviews.
The Sony HDR-XR520 was given further plaudits in the shape of; "Recommended" (TrustedReviews 5/2009).