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• Sony HDR-XR500V is more from the inside

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Jun12

Sony HDR-XR500V is more from the inside Mr. DigiDirect | Friday, June 12, 2009No comments

From the exterior, nothing seems to have changed on the Sony HDR-XR500V compared to its predecessor, the Sony HDR-SR11. But the inside does tell a slightly better story.

Firstly, it has a new sensor (Xmor R) which allows for back illumination. Secondly, it features Sony's usually-high-end G lens, which offers 12x optical zoom. Thirdly, the image stabilisation feature on the Sony HDR-XR500V is far better than what was produced on its predecessor.

Derek Fung of CNET writes: "During our brief walk and shoot test, it produced unerringly smooth footage despite our best efforts to walk with an awkward gait and shaky palm."

Worst for most reviewers in Australia was the recommended retail price of the Sony HDR-XR500V, which is quoted as $2,499. The reason for this - a $700+ jump on what the preceding Sony HDR-SR11 entered the market at - is the crippled Australian dollar.

Never fear though, because DigiDirect is here. Your discount retailer of digital cameras has passed on the savings from an increasing Australian dollar to you, and currently offers the Sony HDR-XR500V for $2,099. Don't forget that with DigiDirect, you get the real stuff - Sony Australia product with Sony Australia warranty!

The following video is an amateur's test of the Sony HDR-XR500V:

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