You will require a video capture card with S-Video input for best video quality results.
You will need to conenct the s-Video cable from the camera output to the video capture card inpt and the headphone out jack to the Audio in on your sound card.
The video captue card typically comes with capture software to record and produce DVD or VCD, etc.
There are many models in the Sony Handycam range that utilise storage media such as DVDs, hard disks, memory sticks and tape. They can record in various video formats. Specific details will depend upon the specific model but in general you would connect the Handycam to the computer and then launch iMovie to capture the video for editing before sending to YouTube or whichever destination was required. Sony have a guide for various models on their website. (See links below)
The video camcorder should come with connecting cables. After connecting the cables to the computer, a file should open with the videos inside.
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Sony handycam dcrs are generally a little higher in price than other brands, but for the quality of the handycam, you get what you pay for. The sony handycam is good for its price.
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To connect a Sony HI 8 Handycam CCD TRV67 to a PC, a person is going to need a USB cord that has a connecting end that will plug into the camera. The camera itself might require a software program on a disk or downloaded to the computer. Most camcorders come with a disk for this purpose.
A Sony Handycam DCR can be purchased online at many locations, and a Sony Handycam DCR may be purchased at many stores such as Bestbuy, Circuit City, and Walmart.
You can purchase a Sony Handycam everywhere that Sony products are sold. This includes the Sony Style store and larger retailers and e-tailers online.
One can purchase a Sony Handycam Charger at physical stores such as Walmart, Target, and Best Buy. Sony Handycam Chargers can also be purchased online at Amazon or eBay.
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On the official Sony website, there is a section called eSupport, where one can communicate with a Sony official to get help for any of Sony's products, including the Handycam.
Connect your Handycam to the computer using the USB cable, open the screen on the camcorder and select Computer. From "My Computer" on your PC click on the camcorder device and select the videos you want to edit.
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Among others in its class the 'Sony Handycam HDRXR520V' is a good make and model.
The Sony Handycam HDRXR520V can take both photos and video in full 1080p resolution.