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Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 2851 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

  • Quality

    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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93%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers love the Handycam CX405 Flash Memory Camcorder's video quality and ease of use, frequently praising its lightweight design and compact size, making it ideal for travel. While some users noted the need to purchase a memory card separately and mentioned limitations in low-light performance and features, the positive feedback on image quality and user-friendliness outweighs these concerns.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Video quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    SMTC CAM

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This Camcorder is used in our whs to video loading and unloading products into trailers and will definitely sustain all the video evidence with great quality weather it's at work, home or outdoors environment this is what you need.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi RubenA,
      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
      Thank you for sharing your experience with the HDRCX405 camcorder. We are glad to hear that it met your expectations. Thank you for choosing Sony.
      For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.  
      Regards,
      Larry 6-22-2024
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Cons mentioned:
    Features

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good camara

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This Sony HDR-CX405 Handycam camera is a good product. The price is acceptable for what you get. This is a very basic camera without any bells and whistles.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Video quality

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Ah, it's ok

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Pretty decent, clear footage, nice pictures, dual recording formats, mic is clear, also what I like, you can set it to capture snap shots with just your SMILE while you are shooting a video. What I HATE is there is no pause button, videos have to be later pasted together using a editor app. More HATE When the battery dies, oh boy, you can't use the camera while it is charging - the power cord is only for charging. or I haven't figured how to do it yet. I do food videos, we wanna EAT! so I don't always get to shoot the final footage after the battery dies - and that sucks. My battery does not last the 115 minutes the information says it does. 9 Days after the expiration date to return, I realized, it was NOT for me, I NEEDED MORE CAPABILITIES. Therefore I Strongly recommend you use it frequently within the 15 days, so you are sure its for you.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size, Video quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice Camcorder

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very happy with this camcorder,,,Purchased to take with to the woods for hunting in the Winter,,,Very light, So easy to use, decent video and good size to fit in a pocket...

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Video quality, Zoom

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great entry level camcorder!

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This camcorder has great features. The zoom is very powerful and easily usable. The video quality is first rate. The audio sound is adequate for my needs.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use
    Cons mentioned:
    Instructions

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great Camcorder

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It was difficult at first--being 76. Instructions were not quite specific enough, but discovered how it worked. It was smooth sailing from there. Wonderful little camcorder.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Video quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for my needs

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this camera to make craft videos and it works great for my simple video needs. Very easy to use and the picture quality is great

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Zoom

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great camera for the price

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was surprised at all the features of this camera based on it's price. The 60x zoom is no joke either. I can literally read licence plates from over a block away. The files it makes are really easy to upload to my YouTube page also.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi mycatz2fat, Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for sharing your experience with the HDRCX405 camcorder. We are glad to hear that you think our camcorder has so many features and easy to use with Youtube. Thank you so much for choosing Sony. For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360. Pakorn (Sony Social Support) Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Video quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great mini cam for Family

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought as a gift for my daughter and her family. She tells me it is easy to use and she can carry it around easily. Readily available for that in prompt moment. Movies are crisp and sharp.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great camera for my singing videos

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    this is my first camera it is perfect for what I do. I always record the songs I make to show them to my friends . I love this camera it works well and the price is reasonable .

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Zoom

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing camera

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Such a simple easy to use camera! The zoom on this camera is awesome along with keeping focus pretty well. Bought it for a cruise and we could look pretty close on the beach being far out on the water

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size, Video quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great and lightweight

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Compact, lightweight and good picture for the price. Battery could go a bit longer though.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Video quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Little Camera Big Result like Pro

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    ok guys, before make a purchase I read reviews always from 1 stars. Just wondering why people make 1,2 or 3 star. some of them say very light, too little and cheap made. finally I bought this camera because the price was so low on blackfriday, and still thinking want to return it before opening the box.one day my phone was no more space for video taking, then we took the camcorder out to snow play with our daughter, the quality of video & picture make all of us can't stop to talk bout how good the quality of camera. Only $129 on blackfriday but quality was so amazing HD.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Video quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great easy to use

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love it small and easy to use takes clear pictures and movie not s lot of movement or blurring I would recommend to all new users who want something to take every where

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great camera

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    These days we don't use such camcorders anymore but this camera works great. I got it for my sister as a gift and she loves it. Light weight, easy to use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Video quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony camera

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Its a great little camera cheap enough but still a quality iteam. It has a good battery life so far and good picture quality.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Memories Captured

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    Posted . Owned for more than 2 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s easy to use and battery life lasts a long time. This camcorder has captured so many beautiful memories. Love that we can connect it to our tv via hdmi and watch the videos on a bigger screen too.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi KellieM,
      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
      Thank you for sharing your experience with the HDRCX405 camera. We are glad to hear that you loved this camcorder. Thank you for choosing Sony.
      For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360.  
      Regards,
      Larry 8-10-2024
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Video quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Affordable and Good Quality

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Inexpensive by comparison to other products and good quality for the price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      We're happy to hear that you are satisfied with the price of your CX405. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We hope you enjoy all the features the Handycam has to offer. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Glenn Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Size, Weight

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great beginners video camera

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Reputatible brand name. Good product for beginners. Throw in a tripod and any beginner you tuber will be well on their way. Small and compact too. Very light weight. Strape recommended

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    sony cx 405 reiew

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    All good... this is easy enough for the not tech savvy to figure out. record and play is similar to models that have preceded up to 20 + years ago. have actually felt it out and watched file sizes.... reduce picture quality, or start making DVD's from downloaded files without changes That's all inside menu... all good.... I was told no better picture quality than other models.. all good here! This is cool for still photos also... Like real photos and not the the cheesy phone pictures you ever try to print! That ate skinny and useless. to reprint. for normal camcorder this is great! No over kills, works why waste hundreds more when items outdate so fast.

    I would recommend this to a friend