Compatibility chart on Sony's website says VCL-HG1737C telephoto lens is compatible with HDR-CX430V camcorder, bought the lens and it is not. Camera mount is 45.5mm and lens mount is 36mm. Total waste of time. Stars reflect dissatisfaction with...

I bought this because my new Sony doesn't have the zoom range that my Panasonic did. It adds a lot of weight to my camcorder and makes it very long and front heavy. The image is very clear, however image stabilization gets a tiny bit jumpy, but not...