alaTest has collected and analyzed 19 user reviews of Sony CCD TR 517 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the size and design. The portability and image quality also get good comments. There are some mixed opinions about the reliability. Many are critical about the zoom.

The Sony CCD-TR517 Hi8 Handycam is a wonderful product.

This camcorder is great for anyone looking to dive into the business of home movies. The zoom is a nice speed, and the digital zoom is great for those faraway objects. My only problem is that this camcorder does not have image stabilization. If you're...

I purchased this video camera on Ebay in March of this year. When I first turned it on, it seemed fine. After about 5 minutes of use, it turned itself off for no reason. When i tried to hook it up to my VCR, the audio was hard to hear and the video...

I've had this camera for a couple of years, and for someone with no kids, that doesn't really have a lot of use for the latest technology and all the "bells and whistles" - this is the product.

I am really impressed w/ my new Sony handycam 517. I looked at nearly every other brand available within the same price range. The quality of the JVC was really no comparison. The Cannon was awkward to hold, my girlfriend couldn't ever reach the zoom...

The Sony CCD-TR517 is one hell of a camcorder. First lets start With the price, This baby is being advertised in National Store chains such as Curcuit City and Best Buys For as low as $289 American. Based on the 8MM format, it Gives a much Sharper...