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Product Reviews:
Sharp VLZ5U MiniDV Camcorder with 2.5" LCD, Memory Slot and 8MB Card |
Rating: 3 (out of 5)
Summary: it's ok
Comments: I have had this camera for a couple of years now-- it's zoom function leaves something to be desired, and I'd endorse NOT zooming during a shot. In fact, for adequate depth of field you are better off not zooming at all.
Otherwise, it is easy to use, and I haven't had the dew indicator problems that others have had.
So, all in all, I'd say if you can get it for a modest enough price and just want a basic camcorder, it's not a bad deal. |
Rating: 1 (out of 5)
Summary: Memories lost!!
Comments: We got this camera a few months ago and never used until we finally had some special occassions to record. We were able to record2and on my daughter's 8th birthday party it came up with the DEW error and we tried hard to get it back to normal. We left the cassette door open for days and no change. Do not purchase this camera, it will take away from your special occassion when you least expect it. This electronic device is not worthy. I gave it1star because there isn't a lower rating. |
Rating: 1 (out of 5)
Summary: paper wieght
Comments: this camcorder is pure garbage, i purchased brand new from circuit city , only used it 4 or 5 times also , i now get the dew message, i tried ething from putting it into bags , airing it outside in dry weather, using blow dryer, using little sacks of silicia then placing the camcorder in a bag to dry it out, nothing works !!!!!!!!!!
called sharp customer service got the run around. finally i have given up, this piece of electronics should never have been sold, some1needs to file a class action lawsuit given the 80+ posts i have read all detailing the same thing " identical " problems" !!!!!!!!!!!! |
Rating: 1 (out of 5)
Summary: The DEW is trouble
Comments: If not for the DEW function I would give the camera5stars. Unfortunately when the DEW signal comes on there is no camera and there is no override for this sensor. We wouldn't anticipate a problem with moisture living in Arizona however it's been nothing however problems after the 1st year. Our 1st dew warning came when we tried to record our sons 1st preschool Christmas play - we have no video of that or several other events like birthday parties, visits from family, stunts on the trampoline... I am counting my blessing that we're just out the cost of new camera because I have been sure my husband would land in the ER with an anger induced stroke on those occasions!! The only time the DEW function seemed to go away was during the hot humid summer we spent in the Southeast. Go figure. |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: Great little Camera with a remote control and ease of use..
Comments: I have had all the different brands of all kinds of electronics. After a review, a test and having alot of family and friends view my films nobody had any thing to say however "That Was Great". Easy to use, excellent battery location, No problems or regrets, I guess for all the cameras that were sold if only a few have negative comments thats pretty great. And I live in a rainy climate, and no "DEW" message, or any other have ever popped up. For the price, size, functions and final results. TV hook up or to computer. I give it a Thumbs Up with out hesitation. |
