A 12 year old Sony Handycam in 2020!

[@levante_medius]

I found my camera abandoned and thanks to your video I was able to start using it and remember good times.

[@luciacorona4420]

i found one too and on the screen it says “night shoot plus” do you know how to get ride of that?

[@beamboy07]

@@luciacorona4420 there shout be a physical ir toggle switch i think at the top

[@achuu7917]

My parents bought this the year it came out. This camera has given us so many memories, though we stopped using it when iPhone became available but I’m deciding on keeping it traditional with this camera again after many years. I just feel like video footage isn’t that memorable on smartphones.

[@LegendaryMaoMao20]

I remember seeing this camcorder in a magazine and I was amazed by it, especially with the DVD recording feature, it was way WAY ahead of its time, when I got my hands on it back in 2013 I got so excited and I was always recording so much videos using the memory stick, but I asked my mom for the small DVD-Rs and she lend me her small stack of it, I was so amazed that I can play this on my old Pioneer DVD player, it got lost during a storm, but amazingly, it still works, but the laser doesn't work anymore sadly, but I had so many memories, all the DVDs survived and just in time to saved it all to my uncle's cloud server before the DVDs couldn't be ready anymore, you made this video really brings back old memories I would love to go through again, but technology moved on and I really have no other choice, but I'm glad it happened so thank you for making this video as a reminder that even old and clunky technology can make so many quality memories👍❤️

[@gadgetgage5351]

Hey this is an awesome camera! A lot of people think I'm an Old school type of kid, but to me this stuff is New school! Thanks for the helpful video!

[@stevenkalebvazquezmartinez7186]

so much quality in a video. very complete review! u deserve more subs

[@IansTech]

Thank you so much!

[@Prairie7777]

I'm so glad that you posted this video. I have this exact camera. I bought it back in '08 at Costco. Paid dearly for it back then. However, from moving several times, the camera was somewhat misplaced. I just found it again and after watching this video of yours, I can now get back to using it. I plan on purchasing new batteries for it (one for backup), also purchasing some rewritable dvd's and some memory sticks. Just hope I can find all of that. Nevertheless, thank you for doing this video!

[@sabra4943]

hi! where did you find your mini dvds for it? I have home videos of 1.4gb dvds, i’m wondering if 4.7gb mini dvds will work too?

[@icraftcrafts8685]

Thanks for posting. I just got one of these and wanted to see the quality and specs. Seems like a decent build just a pity about the cut outs you had. It could be the battery connector that has some light corrosion on it and lost contact, as that is a loose-ish part

[@TravOTF]

The 16 year old me would be loving life rn. A friend gave me this camera, been driving a 2003 Navigator, 06’ Macbook 😂😂

[@12345678927164]

I filmed family movies with this model from 2008 to 2012. Filled a box with all the mini dvds

[@wetburp]

oh yesss just recently bought one off of ebay and i am so excited to use my new baby 🥰 the only bad side about sony cameras is the memory format because i feel like memory stick pro duos are harder to get 😪

[@angelad599]

U bought a handy cam from 10 years ago I hear, Sony focus deluxe 60 x had, no pause off Amazon, it had 2 battery, battery for wall, a lot of plugs, memory stick, tripod, a lot of hand-helds, a lcd lens cleaner, card with adapter, read writer, and I think it's alcohol with a wipe. Wow for about 60 or 80 bucks. I bought in 2020.

[@angelad599]

I meant hd

[@SpecTechularGadgets]

You most definitely can not forget the reviewer's jacket. Great video

[@IScreamedWolf]

Wow that camera quality is really taking me Back haha

[@Cj_Plays_Everything]

Hey man, I have had this camera for a while but I want to ask what settings you use? The way yours looks is exactly how I want mine to look!

[@nvillacian]

You are so good reviewing that is unbelievable and just for that I have to be one of you subscriber you are very professional and you look for every single and specific parts and explain with detail each part thank you. I have this camera since the day one they come out and I only use it one long long time ago and I was wondered now that I want to become a podcaster if I can use it or if I have to buy me another one but I think that for the moment this camera will do thank you

[@keviin4338]

Hey do you know what type of charger that this uses? I found this old camera and I want to see the memories.

[@jeffersoncaetanoporto8249]

2000x DIGITAL E 60x OPTIC IS GOOD FOR ME. SONY DVD850. TANKS FOR POSTING!!!

[@bluesunflower1698]

Is it still worth it 2022?

[@wayevs]

That's impressive zoom for an old bit of tech .

[@jaciiibands6103]

Hi I actually inherited this camera from my grandparents who passed and I am trying to figure out how to download the movie from dvd to my MacBook. Can you do a video step by step on how to transfer? I would truly appreciate it. It has so many memories.

[@IansTech]

Unfortunately it doesn’t allow you to transfer over USB, the only way is to burn it to disc, does your computer have a DVD player?

[@aldocaesario4785]

@@IansTech Nice video, anw, should we format the dvd after we already copied the video? I already delete it on the DVD on my pc, but the videos are still there, what should I do to make it empty? looking forward for your suggestion, thank you

[@IansTech]

@@aldocaesario4785 unless it is a rewritable DVD it is permanent on there. Although it will delete it, the space will still be taken up on the disc.

[@aldocaesario4785]

@@IansTech So it means that I need to buy another dvd isn’t it? Gotta need a lot?

[@suengnyanga7086]

I just did this yesterday on my 2019 MBP, what I did was connected the handycam via USB, make sure the disc is finalised first. Then you should see the disc symbol pop up on your desktop. If you open that up, you should see a folder containing the content in some old type file names. Some are .vro or .vob for example. If you tap that file name you should see it clearly has the content of the disc from the file size (about up to 1.5 GB depending on what disc it is). Drag or copy that file onto your mac. Now the tricky part is viewing them. You need to research online what software to use, some are paid some are free. What I did was covert them into mp4 first. I hope this helps

[@gerrykitts6007]

Thanks for posting about this camcorder. I have one just like it. Bought it back when it was just coming out on the market. Its been stored in my closet for years and I was looking for my camera mount for my tripod and it was attached to the bottom of the DVD-610. Just got it out and put it on charge. Hopefully the battery is still good. If not I'll be getting me a new battery...lol

[@IansTech]

Im so glad you pulled it out, so fun to play around with our old tech! I hope that battery works!

[@launajohnson4269]

This is so helpful, mine is a little newer model, but took it out recently to use (stored for 10 years). Battery is still good, only can no longer find the mini discs in local stores. Appreciate the download app info. I'll check that out for sure. Trying to download vids off the RW discs and reuse them. We'll see how that works out. Thanks again for putting this out there. One note: I don't think I "finalized" a lot of my previous recordings, so they are probably lost forever. Going to work on that tonight and see. I didn't realize the connect to the TV was there until this vid. The manual is long gone, much appreciated for your tips.

[@deendavid]

Can rewriteable DVDs be used on this?

[@BrigitteCoffman]

Thank you for serving in the Navy for us all. When you get a minute, can you answer 2 questions? 13:11 You showed how to RIP, however when I place the DVD-RW into my PC DVD player, it shows the disk empty. Matter of fact, I tried to view it in many of my PC's DVD players. Shows empty. I downloaded Handbrake, however can't use it if disc says it is empty. However I have several videos on disk that I recorded in 2009. The playback works when disc in Sony HandyCam only. Any suggestions? Plus at 11:41 you mentioned, you have to Finalize the DISC. I can not find how to get to that command. I also have Handycam DCR-DVD610 that I bought at SEARS 10/08/2008 for $329.99 b4 tax. Brigitte in Tulsa Oklahoma.

[@roxics]

Also you don't need Handbrake unless you want to make an MP4 or MKV file. The easiest thing to do is to open the disc on your computer, drag the largest .VOB files to a folder on your computer and rename them with .MPG extensions. Get rid of the .VOB extension entirely. Replace it with .mpg From there you can watch them in most video players and upload them to KZbin, etc.

[@breakingdata3664]

Someone gave a hate comment on this video and now I am watching a video almost a year old. I need help. But the video is good man!

[@Imnahat]

HII!! I know it’s been years but, do you know how to convert the mini discs videos to a computer? I’m not sure what converter or adapters I need since I don’t have the camera anymore.

[@Olivjeefilms]

where can you find fisheye lenses for this model ?

[@bys.productions9796]

Can I charge the camera threw the usb

[@tl1882]

i have the 608e and its worked fine for 16 years until 10 minutes ago when the hinge on the screen broke and now it wont close

[@Arghya_10]

Yeah its a great cam, even I have it! Btw do you know how can I use it for live streaming by attaching it to my PC? If you can help me out then thats really gonna be great! Thanks!

[@theytorturedpoetsdepartment]

screen mine is alrd broken how can I touch it or use my cam 🥺

[@sbondigital]

do you know how to get a video timestamp on this camera, pleaseee🙏🏾

[@aquilescabello487]

I’m trying to use a microphone for the exact camera what microphone should i get

[@asteniaa]

I found this old camera somewhere in my house and I have a question, the only way to have the files in my computer is by taking off the cd and putting in in a cd reader?

[@devon2bolly]

My grandparents had one of theses now it’s mine 💪💪

[@joshuadejesus6319]

How do you change it or what do you need

[@betrapvideos]

What memory card does it use? How long does the battery last

[@anandsriram5242]

Hi, I charged this camera to capacity but still it doesn’t switch on. Do you know any way to fix this?

[@Kovar99YT]

is there a mini dvr usb converter now adays, I just found one of these and I got everything on it working lol

[@adriver231]

Just took it out but can't find the wires to it can you please tell me what wires i need to change it

[@noodleboi5334]

what fish eye lens should i buy for it?

[@TheHero_]

where’s the charging point

[@colinrobertss]

Hey, could you provide a link of where to get a good memory stick that’s compatible with the handycam?

[@alanvanallen7762]

If you can get hold of a Sony PRO DUO adapter you can use a microSD card with it,I have a very similar camcorder,DVD115E ,and thats what I've been using,if you use a larger than 8GB microSD card you will get an error message when you turn it on ,but this disappears after a few seconds then you're good to go

[@ChunkyDawgs_Memes]

Do you recomend this for a found footage film project?

[@JCcanU]

I just found one on ebay 2 batt , all the cords usb and a charger plus a power cord , remote carry case Internal hard drive 7 hour play record time come out in 2006 15 years old are they youtube friendly ?

[@BigSillyBilly]

I just found one of these at goodwill but it came without a battery. Does anyone know what kinda battery i need to purchase for this?

[@lodoscan]

the night shot mode uses infrared light to see in the dark

[@rlfaby438]

Can someone PLEASE tell me the lens size I’m trying to get a fisheye lense for the camera. I can’t find it online please help.

[@filmymistakesinhindi]

Does Sony handy cam which u have shown in video has a MF (Manual Focus ) Option

[@sabra4943]

I HAVE A QUESTION! 💜 this might be a long shot seeing you posted this two years ago, but i have this camera, it was my moms back in 09 and i have it turned on now. i have a memory stick and found so many old photos of my mom i’ve never seen before! Anyway! i don’t have any empty discs, i found some on amazon but it’s not 1.4 gb, they’re sony compatible (dvd-r) but they’re 4.7gb. Would those discs still work for this camera? I’ll probably wait to purchase until i know for sure. Thank you

[@ConquerGarage]

Wait so I have this camera , I have a question I don’t need to use discs if I have a 8gb card in it ?

[@Giraffeslayer2]

how do i take out the disk?

[@brendajeanhernandez6389]

It's asking me to format, how do I do that because I can't find the option on any of the menus??

[@sting64az]

What model is your Handycam?. Mine is the Sony DCR-DVD308 and on the menu there should be an option to do one of several things on the screen.. Finalize, format or erase which ever it might say...

[@rickweaver3060]

How long can we record on the chip? More than 30 minutes?

[@mia-it7dg]

so i got the videos onto my macbook but it doesn’t save them to a file or anything where i can airdrop the videos to my phone, is there anyway to export the video?

[@memoriesofanothertime3992]

I would recommend just buying a DVD drive that Can not only play the DVD format but can also connect to the MacBook and then copy the mpg/mov/whatever codec the files are in and drag to the desktop

[@brendajeanhernandez6389]

Sorry I forgot to mention that's it's asking me to format on a new empty dvd-R, what do I do please?

[@Roger-ob2ft]

Oh yeah! Also can I connect the camera to a tv to watch the dvds?

[@IansTech]

Yes I believe you can!

[@Roger-ob2ft]

I just ordered this camera , I’m looking forward to recording with it and eventually putting away all these disc until the cameras pulled out again with all this footage

[@Baer9471]

I have a model that is older than yours, and it needs some repairs such as the DVD drive repair and also the flip screen need to be replaced

[@thefunniestanimalsclips]

nice review, just got that camera

[@NurAdinugraha]

Is it possible to use this camcorder as webcam? I do know there's no hdmi output or usb function, so I'm thinking using capture card with RCA support I just remembered I have this same exact camera laying somewhere and thinking giving it a second life as webcam

[@IansTech]

You may be able to.. I’m not super sure though

[@henriquedarosaknapik5985]

Hey! Thanks for the video dude. I wanted to ask if you can charge the camera with the micro USB near to the screen. I just fouded one of those cameras with my dad's stuff and i wanted to turn it on, but i couldn't find the proprietary charger. Could you check this for me please? It would help a lot :)

[@bys.productions9796]

Did you find out if you could charge it ?

[@henriquedarosaknapik5985]

@@bys.productions9796 not yet, the camera actually belongs to my dad, and I don't live with him. I guess this weekend I'm going there to try it. If it works or if it don't, I'll let you know 😉

[@henriquedarosaknapik5985]

@@bys.productions9796 Hey, im back! So, i tried to turn it on with the USB charger near to the screen, and it didn't work :/ I'll have to buy the proprietary charging cable

[@suzantareke6953]

Hey! Did you manage to get the charger? I’ve no idea what the name of the charger is. Thank you

[@henriquedarosaknapik5985]

@@suzantareke6953 yo! I didn't actually get it, but I searched for it, and I have it's name saved somewhere! I'll try to find it and I'll send it here ok?

[@anangbaqiyalmustakim4995]

does it support 32gb memory stick?

[@IansTech]

I believe it only supports up to 8GB

[@alanvanallen7762]

I have a DVD115E and use a PRO DUO adapter with a16GB microSD ,it gives an error message for a few seconds then works OK

[@ForeverLit]

you said memory stick ?? sd card ??

[@retrovideobuzz]

I find it easier to record video to the memory stick Duo. Doesn't look like the quality is any better when using DVD-RW. Thanks for sharing.

[@ismael04_]

how do you record with the memory stick?

[@retrovideobuzz]

@@ismael04_ All you do is insert a memory stick duo, then you can record to it. The camcorder should recognize you have a stick and record to it once inserted.

[@ismael04_]

@@retrovideobuzz I have a memory stick duo inserted but It don't let me record videos with it

[@retrovideobuzz]

@@ismael04_ Make sure you format the memory stick duo before you use it. You should be able to do that with the camera.

[@roxics]

If I took a drink every time you said "you do have" or "we do have" I'd be wasted a quarter of the way into this video. lol Nice review though. BTW Nightshot is using the infrared sensor on the front of the camera as a light source (invisible to our eyes). That's why it only works close up (not very powerful) and why it does the weird thing with the eyes.

[@shaman8295]

Mate, how to activate the digital zoom of 2000x?

[@Este_Hector]

How to turn on night vison

[@crazyjbub]

yo i got this exact camera. i bought brand new sony dvd-r for it and i put it in but it wont let me record it keeps saying i need to format the dvd but its a fresh dvd so i cant format? any help?

[@memoriesofanothertime3992]

it depends what kind of disc it is. for what it’s worth, i’ve always used 1-sided, 30 minute 1.4mb discs

[@sabra4943]

@@memoriesofanothertime3992 Do you think the 4.7 gb mini dvds will work or only the 1.4gb? i’m having a hard time trying to find them online

[@memoriesofanothertime3992]

@@sabra4943 see that one is hard, I’ve always found them super risky to try

[@sponggycat4301]

Very informative video. Thanks man

[@aluntalbot9048]

Just bought one for £20.00 to use on ghost hunts as a spare see if it works but not holding my breath. Nice little machine though

[@barbarabravo9110]

Tengo la de mi hermana, pero quiero saber como eliminar videos de un dc 😢

[@minki6619]

does it record in 4:3 format too?

[@ארזלוי-ו3ש]

How do you burn the date on a video saved on a memory card?

[@Anyshorts986]

Bro can to make a video on how to transfer its data to laptop

[@mendoamanpurba8342]

I have the camera type as yours..but can we make the pro duo memory instead of dvd disk to record the movie?

[@IansTech]

The Pro Duo I believe is only to take photos unfortunately

[@birestsurong8856]

Thank you for your video.i have one model 608E with Chinese language no idea change to English any help please.

[@flashback7218]

I have the dcr dvd308 is the memory sticks the same

[@dianneurot]

Hello, how did you change the video extension to mp4

[@xwaterparksx]

Go look for some free software that will change the file extension. MP4 should be their among others.

[@deepakdutt9041]

How to record on the memory stick? I have the same camera but model number is DCR-DVD106E, can the memory stick be used to record ? I don’t find any option on the screen to activate memory stick recording.

[@alanvanallen7762]

It depends which model camcorder you have,only certain models can record video to memory stick as far as I know,the memory stick can only be used for still photos on many models I have a DVD115E and use a PRO DUO adapter with a16GB microSD ,it gives an error message for a few seconds then works OK

[@Cleding]

Can you transfer videos from PC to the camera? I was thinking on using it as a video player to watch movies and stuff connected to my old tv.

[@IansTech]

I am not sure about transferring to the camera

[@santxvt]

@@IansTech how do i call plz?

[@kirswaynes]

hi!! i have a sony handycam carl zeiss DCR-SR82. i just found it and tried using it but i have no idea how to transfer the photos to my laptop. my sd cards does not fit the slot it has. do u have any idea how i could transfer the photos

[@IansTech]

You may need an adapter or you can use a mini-USB from the camera to your computer. That only works with photos from the card. For video it has to be burned to the disc first to get it from the camera.

[@ariannyleonnieto6222]

Hi! I was hoping I could get the link to the charger needed for this camera? I’d love to see old footage I have on here but I lost the charger and I’m a bit confused with which port to use as well. The one on the DVD side or the one next to the battery info button on the other side

[@noodleboi5334]

any type of sony handycam charger should work most of the batteries are universal, you can get both on amazon

[@Simi_Opeoluwa]

Do you have to use a dvd to record a movie/video?? Can I just buy an 8gb memory card and record on that? I have the DCR DVD650

[@launajohnson4269]

I have the DCR DVD650, the memory card only stores pictures. The videos you record are on mini DVD discs (hard to find locally). I can play the mini discs in my blue ray DVD player though, and found that pretty cool to know. Let me know if recording on the 8gb memory card works. That would save me a lot of time hunting these discs down. Thanks

[@Simi_Opeoluwa]

Just seeing this now, thanks for the reply Laura☺️ I’m about to order both the memory card and mini dvd now and I’ll let you know how it goes!!

[@trevorgarcia]

@@Simi_Opeoluwa any luck with the 8GB?

[@samantag3295]

Hey! How can I delete a single video from a handycam like this?

[@LivingDeath1984]

I have this exact camera. I have several hours of recording from my childhood. I would die to get them on a real dvd/usb. I just don’t understand how to transfer them. It doesn’t work through the computer. Does anyone know what to do?

[@arnavjaiswal2381]

Please share the link of the battery that you buyed of $9.29 plz plzzzz Thanks a lot for your video

[@rashidaha8221]

Thanks so much this was really helpful!

[@Rubyanahi]

Do you need a mini-dvd to record or can you record another way?

[@IansTech]

Yes I think you do. The memory stick is for photos

[@Rubyanahi]

@@IansTech i have a couple more questions, sorry. 1. Do the dvd need to be Sony brand 2. After you use a cd can you reuse it again?

[@BeastHacker]

@@Rubyanahi Ans:- 1. Not necessary 2. Yeah you can but you need to delete the older videos

[@crazyjbub]

@@BeastHacker how familiar are you with this camera?

[@BeastHacker]

@@crazyjbub I know about all the switches accept the place where wires are inserted but I know to charge it

[@theeboy2001]

how do u delete footage from a finalized dvd?

[@12345678927164]

You can only do that with the disks that are RW, which stands for rewritable.

[@kierramarie4137]

So Is there anyway I can charge it? To be able to use it off the power cord?

[@memoriesofanothertime3992]

you can charge it but I don’t see why you’d want to use it while it’s connected to a wall outlet

[@ismael04_]

@@memoriesofanothertime3992 mine dies so fast even when its fully charged

[@renvicious]

this is really helpful! thx

[@victoriango7667]

HELP PLZ can you use the memory stick to record on it too if you dont wanna record on CD?

[@rlinthe808]

Yes! I just figured out how to do it on mine because the mini DVDs I have no longer work.

[@ismael04_]

@@rlinthe808 how ???

[@_cowboy_like_me_]

How do you delete a video?

[@wabbit7887]

How much memory does it support from a memory stick? Is 512gb too much?

[@IansTech]

It won’t read anymore than 8GB I believe

[@alanvanallen7762]

@@IansTech It will work with 16GB but will give an error message,but this disappears after a few seconds then you're OK,I use a Sony PRO DUO adapter with a microSD card

[@zahidulislam-qo5jc]

please blank disc RW gives

[@afamnwaokolo9651]

link to the manual

[@DillonGotler]

how can i charge it?

[@lowspook2751]

can this record with memory stick?

[@IansTech]

Only photos on the memory stick

[@ladyfrosty8960]

How do we charge it?

[@santxvt]

How to on this machine?

[@zahidulislam-qo5jc]

Disc available herr

[@Roger-ob2ft]

Is it mandatory to record 30 full minutes or can I finalize and 15?

[@IansTech]

Yes you can finalize the disc at any time