For users who want a camera that offers bright, accurate colors and impressive picture quality, the Sony CCD-TR7 video camera is an ideal solution. Using an 8 mm format, this Sony camcorder has 250 lines of resolution that provides clean and accurate videos. Although slightly heavier, this home camcorder is still convenient to use and has a bundle of features that make it a better choice for videographers. Weighing 1.7 lbs without the battery, the Sony CCD-TR7 video camera is highly portable. Rather than recording in digital format, this Sony camcorder records stereo in Hi-Fi AFM format making the tracks compatible with mono machines. What's more, this home camcorder has an 8x power auto zoom, manual controls for white balance, six types of shutter speed, and manual focus to produce videos with clarity and emphasis. Powered by a lithium battery to preserve memory, the NP-55 rechargeable battery records for about 30 minutes, perfect for shorter videos. With a monopod or tripod, the Sony camcorder can create steady, professional-quality videos for anyone looking for a solidly built video camera.