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Customer reviews

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:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Simple & easy to use!!

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

    ….very light, really portable, loaded with the basic features I needed to make movies,,,simple & easy to use,,just set it on auto & shoot away…really love it!!

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great camera for a beginner

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

    I like the camera, the video is great. However, I do not like the still photos. Not sure if I have the settings wrong or not. I have no problems with sound like some reviews. Again, the price was right and I needed one for zooming in on my daughter's performances.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Video quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great buy

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

    Really good video quality, gave it 4 stars because it takes pictures but quality for photos aren't great but I bought it to record my daughter's birth. It was great!

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

    Very practical handycam!!

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

    Is a very practical handycam, with great resolution and a accesible price! I bought it as a gift for my 15 years daughter and she loves it!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      We're happy to hear your daughter loves her Handycam CX405. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Glenn Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great little camera

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

    I was looking for a simple, easy to use camera with hdmi out for a multi camera video shoot. It filled the need. Simple menu and quick set up. Only thing that was confusing was where the charge cable was. It is attached to the camera and is stuffed in the grip.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    It's a decent Camcorder

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

    This camcorder takes care of the majority of features that are typically required. The only thing is i noticed is that Sound quality while reviewing the recorded video is different on the computer when compared to playing it on the camcorder itself. It sounds better on computer.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice camcorder but difficult to make DVDs

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

    This camcorder was easy to use out of the box without having to read a lot of instructions. The video worked on drop box and on the computer which I downloaded it. However, I spent a lot of time trying to use the SONY program to make a DVD and never quite got it to work.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worked like a charm

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

    I purchased the camera originally to tape interviews with customers and to record the properties I was purchasing. I ended up using it to video and exciting event in Hawaii and to be able to show to friends and relatives the places we visited.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Very easy to use and takes great videos!

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

    This camera was very ease to use and was just he right size for me to be able to easily handle and to turn off and on for documenting procedures.

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

    Great Product

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

    So far so good. Used it for kids concerts and sport events. You need a tripod if you are shooting from long distance. Good battery .. changed it once and used it multiple times without a recharge.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Decent price for decent imaging.

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

    Sony does it again with it's entry level camcorders. It has what you need and with a decent zoom. Nothing too much here for the price you pay but it's decent for shooting family trips and memories.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good Little Camera

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

    It is a nice little inexpensive camera. So far, it has worked well for everyday activities. It feels a bit cheap/light/plastic, but until it is dropped, its durability is in question.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Super good

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

    Nice product l loved I will recommended super compact

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi ArmandoO, 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 is compact and super good. 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:
    Video quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good old fashioned Camcorder

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

    For the price and quality it was a good deal. I bought a open box and it was just like brand new. Nothing too fancy but gets the job done.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      We're happy to hear that you're satisfied with the price and quality of your CX405. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Thank you for choosing Sony! - Glenn Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Video quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good quality movie

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

    It takes the best picture for going on vacations. The only problem I have with it is that it is bulky to be carrying around. My phone takea good-enoigh pictures, but not as good. For everything, there are strong and weak points. That's how I aaw it after owning one.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great beginner camcorder

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    A bit cheaply built and not too heavy but the recording quality is definitely great. When the settings are maxed out and when you learn about the way formats work it definitely turns out to be a great camcorder. Great for YouTube.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Camera

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

    I wish it was a little heavier but i really like the pictures

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi KathyS, 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 produces good images and videos. Thank you so much for choosing Sony. For any questions or concerns, you can reach us at 239-245-6360. Pakorn 4-22-2024 Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    My little camera

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

    Looks like found footage. Amazing camera and has long battery life

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Owenjb2,

      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.

      Thank you for your feedback on our HDRCX405 camcorder. We're happy to hear that you loved our product and find it amazing to use. Thanks again for choosing Sony!

      If there is anything specific you would like to share or know about, feel free to contact us at 239-245-6360.

      Rubychelle

      4-3-2024

      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good buy

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

    Easy to Use, Light weight, Good results indoors and out doors, Good battery life and with 64 gig memory you get about 45 min. of use. Great for the person who wants to take family video. Not good for the semi pro.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great camera

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

    Great quality and value for the money. The only thing that would make it better is night vision. But for the price, can’t complain. Good buy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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