Conclusion: All in all, the HDR-SR8 is a lovely camcorder that's a pleasure to use - even if some of the manual functionality is a tad inaccessible. Picture quality in good light is stunning, but at just under a grand is it a worthy substitute for a tape-based HDV camcorder? Not quite.
Sony Handycam HDR-SR8 / HDR-UX5 - Product Description
They’re beautifully small with stylish looks to match. Despite their ultra-compact size, the gorgeous-looking HDR-SR8E capture the longest HD recording hours ever.