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'in mind though that video isn't quite ready for geotagging; unlike photos, there's no metadata standard for storing the information with the file.'

'If you desire exacting control over the recording settings, this probably isn't the camcorder for you.'

'The HDR-HC5 is devoid of Mic and Headphone jacks'

'Colour representation is definitely one of the weaker points; despite using the new x.v.Colour international standard for space, designed to increase colour range, we still found that the camera was unable to accurately reproduce several colours, especially yellows.'

'Menu navigation doesn't circle back.'

'disappointing low light performance'

'the audio support on this model is seriously underwhelming'

'no 24p support.'

'It is unclear if the HDR-HC3 is a replacement for the HDR-HC1 or meant to complement it in the line.'

'some video seems a bit too vivid at default settings, with a few colors appearing a little too bright.'

'A bizarre multi level interface with scrolling wheels, numerous pages of buttons and quasi-3D graphics left us dizzy and confused.'

'Manual focus is especially hard to gauge, and it's difficult to accurately select points for spot metering and focus.'

'Information is definitely added to the sides, but there is also some cropping on the top and bottom.'

'its low-light video quality and battery life were merely average.'

'dock required for video and image transfers.'