Does this camcorder has super night shot? If so, how many feet away from it can record in total darkness?
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the camera is good in nightshot plus in auto up to 1/2 into dusk, then the focus starts going haywire. In manual, it is good up to about 10 ft+/-, as long there is a light colored subject there....it can pick up trees, but.... Inside, it is good up to 15ft.+/- for a clear shot. Again, if lighter the colors inside the rooms, the little further you can see. I have gotten s far as 30ft with white walls and objects around it....you may have a little different results with yours. Beware, it does drain the battery faster than norm.....even faster in the cold....have not tried it outside in the dark with snow on the ground, yet. Hope this long winded answer is what you were looking for!
186097
They record all the time if you set them that way! Ours record all the time and during the day it has a great picture. The night vision is OK but only good for about 30 - 60 feet. They are worth the money in my opinion and easy to install. I haven't hook it up to the internet yet but plan on doing that so I can check on our property from any PC, Ipad/tablet or smart phone.
1139248
No night vision. It does have a fairly good low lux rating but not night vision. This is just an analog camera. There is no recording done on it. You need an NVR/DVR unit or a CCTV system to record video onto. The range of view is decent. I believe the focal length of the lens is 3.5mm so its fairly wide view. The picture was very clear tho. I will be buying several more. Remember tho, you get what you pay for. This is a very cheap camera. I bought these instead of GE Interlogix cameras which run about $200 ea. just to play with and I am fairly happy.
274253
It will not record through the window AT NIGHT. The lights on it shine off the window. It works just fine during the day through the window. Better without the screen, but still is fine with the screen. I love this camera in every other way.
920526
Hi Nolan, this Sony HDRCX900/B has a Night Shot feature which emits infrared light to take images on a total darkness. -Ely
180898
Yes...we have had our cam for over 6 months now, LOVE it!, and yes, there is night vision on the camera...!!!
2238476
Yes this does have night vision, or what is called NightShot infrared mode for lowlight shooting.The only problem that I had with this camcorder was when I played some old tapes that I have to see what was on them; when I first played them I had picture and sound, then when I played a different tape I had no picture or sound. I talked to a friend who works with video and TV, he said to play a tape from start to finish and keep doing it until there is a picture. I played the tape two times and then played one of my old tapes and the picture and sound was great. I am now very happy with this camcorder. Yes this does have night vision, or what is called NightShot infrared mode for lowlight shooting.The only problem that I had with this camcorder was when I played some old tapes that I have to see what was on them; when I first played them I had picture and sound, then when I played a different tape I had no picture or sound. I talked to a friend who works with video and TV, he said to play a tape from start to finish and keep doing it until there is a picture. I played the tape two times and then played one of my old tapes and the picture and sound was great. I am now very happy with... » Read More Yes this does have night vision, or what is called NightShot infrared mode for lowlight shooting.The only problem that I had with this camcorder was when I played some old tapes that I have to see what was on them; when I first played them I had picture and sound, then when I played a different tape I had no picture or sound. I talked to a friend who works with video and TV, he said to play a tape from start to finish and keep doing it until there is a picture. I played the tape two times and then played one of my old tapes and the picture and sound was great. I am now very happy with this camcorder. « Show Less
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Not they doesn't record audio. Night view is fine. However quality are not. I just have 1 year and 2 months of use and have one water leak camera and another did work at all. So, after 14 months only 2 are working. DON'T WASTE YOU MONEY my friend.
1307652
It records until the battery runs down, the battery life is not very long. It does record in low light but image is poor quality at a 6 foot distance. I have never tried recording with no light.
369051
I do not think it has night shot. However, it has a night or low light setting in the auto mode. I have been satisfied with the quality of videos shot in low light.
1760203
The camera is great in short distance, up to 20-30 ft. The camera does not have any IR light built in, so you will need at least two or more good IR lights. the quality of camera is good and I use it in every night investigation I do. Best within 20ft but nothng over 30ft
556763
Why not? This camera is great at night shots...excellent in low light. We just got back from Tahiti with 500 or so wonderful pictures.
842423
No, I wouldn`t plan on any all night recording with this camera. I get about an hour of decent quality video with a 16 Gig disk. You may be able to set it to record longer, but you wouldn`t be happy with the video quality. If you want long term recording, get a camera that can record to your computers hard drive. This inexpensive cam will not do that.
409704
Nope, this camera lacks night vision, however it' clarity matches the 1080p resolution cameras, you need to have a ubiquity nvr or setup a computer with the recording software in order to achieve the best quality videos and record events, I have a ubuntu linux computer receiving video feed from 16 cameras just like the one you are showing
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It does, but it is not very good at all... this camcorder lacks this great feature that's in better Sony camcorders. So if you're looking to record video in complete darkness, get a newer model and don't forget to purchase extra infared lighting to enhance the camcorders night vision abilities.
1146246
I have been able to see nighttime shots but they are quite grainy as would be expected. IT does recognize movement and take video when there is no light, yes.
1591807
I have not tried night time pictures yet, the pictures I have taken are very good though, I would imagine night time would not make too much difference. 16 MP and a very compact design are the highlights as well as the lithium rechargeable battery. Very economical, and a very good overall camera.