The Sony
HDR-AS50 is part of the
Camcorders test program at
Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Action camcorders
models like the HDR-AS50 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those
listed below.
Picture quality
Picture quality is based on the judgments of trained panelists who viewed recorded video images shot in good light at the highest quality setting available.
Ease of use
Ease of use takes into account ergonomics of the controls, displays, and ease of user interaction.
Audio quality
Audio quality represents accuracy using the built-in microphone and is is based on the judgments of trained panelists who listened to music recorded at the highest quality setting available.