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JVC Everio GZ-MG360 60GB Hard Drive Camcorder with 35x Optical Zoom Overview

Everio Hybrid Camera – Elegant and slim HDD/micro SD Hybrid camcorder featuring 60GB HDD for up to 75 hours of recording with KONICA MINOLTA LENS. Everio has been redesigned to offer more satisfaction in a smaller, lighter body. Its the worlds smallest and lightest hard disk camcorder, so you can shoot actively without fatigue, and travel with lots of space left over when you pack your bags.

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What can I say? After trolling through pros and cons and tons of reviews, it came down to Panasonic, Sony and JVC. The Panasonic received too many negative reviews on their file format, and the only Sony option was Hard Drive since the flash camcorders used the very expensive and proprietary pro-duo memory cards. So Hard Drive camcorders it was. The 30 GB Sony was a tad more expensive, by about $[...], than the JVC. But it had 0 lux night vision. Awesome! The 30GB JVC Everio was cheaper and also had tons of great reviews. Then I checked the used camcorders. I picked up this 60GB version for a mere $[...] with an included JVC camera bag. So my choice was obvious, especially when I was able to score a 60GB for cheaper than the 30GB. It doesn’t look used, only an open box item. Plus the Seller was great and got the camera to me sooner than expected. Awesome service from Offprice.

Here’s a list of programs I use. I convert into i-Pod, wmv and AVI for all my portable players and to send across the net. I convert into VOB and MPEGII for all my DVD recordings. Here’s a list of all the programs I use, some free, some not. Nero Vision Express, Super encoder, TMPEG nc plus, TMPEG nc DVD Creator, and Archos media converter.

Here’s what I’ve done so far. I took the thing out and started recording at the best quality. Why not, it has 60GB of space. I also recorded an instructional video. After all my recording, I hooked the JVC up to the computer (external HD style), and simply drug the files directly into NERO Vision Express to create a DVD. I also created a DVD another way, by converting the files to .VOB and using TMPEG products to have total control over my DVD creation. Works like a charm, and quality is ok considering standard definition. On the 42 inch LCD HDTV, it looks ok. Not High Def, but I was only budgeting $[...], not $[...], so I wasn’t expecting movie quality. But if you hook the player directly up to the TV, the quality is much better. So I’ll tinker with it to find the best fit.
I haven’t tried the direct to DVD back-up yet from the camcorder, so I’ll try that next.

Now for the meat:
Pros:
It was the best deal I could find. $[...] for a 60GB 35x optical zoom is unbeatable. Speaking of the zoom, it gets a little fuzzy around 30x or so, but you can still make out a clear image. The optical stabilization works great when zooming in that close. I think the term for this type of zoom is “Stalker Zoom.” The 60GB HD will allow many hours of the best quality recording (15 hours I think), and hooking it to the computer is a snap, like any other external HD. Working with the files is easy with the right programs, and many of them are free. I haven’t installed the JVC stuff. Its small form factor (about the size of two packs of Marlboro 100s put together) is very compact and as the wife says, “cute.” It’s very good indoors, even better outdoors, and pretty good in low light situations. It’s everything I expected it to be. I started recording as soon as I took it out of the box, so it’s also very easy to use.

Cons:
The auto focus gets confused and sometimes takes a while under lowlight conditions. I’m still trying to figure out how to use the built in LED light; it seems to have a mind of its own and turns on and off by itself if it thinks the computer screen you’re shooting is too dark (for an instructional video).
It’s not HD so expect standard definition quality on a large screen HDTV. That’s all I can really think of other than the extra-life battery sticks out like a sore thumb, but at least it’s out of the way during operation.

Summary:
I’ll get a different point of view when the wife takes it out for our daughter’s field day. As of yet, I call this the purchase of the year for me. I got what I wanted. Next, I’ll look into HD camcorders, but that’s going to be a long while from now. This JVC will suit our needs just fine and fit our budget perfectly. I highly recommend it.

Technical Details

• Internal high-capacity HDD allows up to 70 hours of recording time
• Equipped with a high-performance Konica Minolta lens
• Enlarge images up to 800x with this full quality 35x optical zoom
• Pack efficiently with one of the world’s smallest and lightest hard disk camcorders
• View remaining battery power by percent and remaining recording time in minutes with the data battery

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JVC Picsio GC-FM-2 Pocket Video Camera (Black) NEWEST VERSION Overview

JVC’s new GC-FM2 Picsio, a pocket camera designed for fun in the real world. Fun, small, lightweight, and a cinch to share videos and photos using YouTube, Facebook and other social media sites. But there’s another feature that truly cranks up the fun factor. The GC-FM2 is available in three colors, Black, Blue and Yellow. Now you can match the camera to fit your personality and style. This Picsio features a 3-inch touch screen. Record and playback functions are easily activated by just a light touch on the screen icon. The controls are easy to use and can be operated when wearing gloves. During playback that you’ll appreciate the large 3 inch screen by how great the image looks on a larger screen.

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Nifty little camera. I’ve played with it for two days.
The Pros:
1. Really decent performance in low light/ indoors/ darker environments.
2. Image stabilization that other pocket video cameras don’t have.
3. Really, really fun time-lapse function at 3 different speed settings.
4. Very innovative software for editing stored internally in camera memory. Lots of novel effects.
5. Ability to shoot multiple still photographs in succession by simply pressing down and holding shutter button. Decent quality.

The Cons:
1. AC adapter is optional and I can’t find out where I can purchase one. Essential for time-lapse photography at the longest/ slowest setting. I fully charged the battery and only captured 2 full seconds of time-lapse footage over an hour before the battery was fully drained. Not sure about battery performance when shooting in standard mode.
2. Sound on this model is recorded in mono, NOT stereo. If I knew this in advance of purchase, I would have purchased the water-proof model (JVC Picsio GC-WP10), which not only captures audio in stereo, but also records audio mp3 files. The perfect combination to smuggle into your favorite concert.
Overall, pleased. Better video quality than my Vadio. More features. Nice touch screen.

Technical Details

• 3 inch touch panel operation with icon graphics and large playback screen
• 1920 x 1080P Full HD video and up to 5 bmegapixel digital stills with HDMI output
• Built-in LoiLoScope EX software with plug & share operation
• iFrame video recording mode for easier use with iMovie
• Digital Image Stabilizer

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JVC GRDVL920U MiniDV Digital CyberCam Video Camera with 3.5″ LCD, SD Memory Card Compatibility & Color Viewfinder Overview

The GR-DVL920 combines outstanding performance adding a 1/3.8″ 1.02-megapixel CCD and a super high-band processor for 530 horizontal lines of resolution in a sleek, compact design. The GR-DVL920 also ensures maximum user friendliness utilizing Web camera function, MPEG 4 e-mail video clips, Night Alive (for full-color shooting in extreme low light conditions), analog inputs, built-in auto light, high-resolution 3.5″ Amorphous Silicon LCD color monitor, 700X super digital zoom with spline interpolation, HG digital stills (1280×960/1024 x 768/640×480), picture stabilizer and long-time recording capability. The versatile multimedia interfacing includes SD/ MultiMedia card-compatible, USB high-speed interface, DV input/output, S-video and A/V output terminals.

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I owned this camera for 2 years, and used it for lots of kids activities, hockey games and soccer games. I loved the fact that you could take video, and then go home and take still pictures of your video footage. It is nice not to have a digital camera on one shoulder, and a camcorder on the other. It does take a minute to switch to memory to take a picture, and then back to video to take video, but it is not all that bad, especially when you can video the whole thing, and then take still pics of the video. We went to EuroDisney for one of our kids dance recitals, and the camera fell about 3 feet and broke. Since then, I have been using a friends 820U, and even though it is almost the same camera, unfortunately, it does not take still pics as well as the 920U. I think I am gonna upgrade again, the pics arn’t as clear, but the video is the same. I spend alot of time taking my video and transferring it to DVD movies to send to my parents back in the states, since we have moved to the UK for a year and a half now. She said she definately feels like she is not missing as much as the grandkids lives with the video I send. It is easy to transfer the video to the computer, and of course, takes a while to edit, since I tape everything! LOL It is a camcorder I would defiantely recommend if you tapes lots of kids activities and wants still pics and video.

Technical Details

• MiniDV camcorder
• 10x optical, 700x digital, zoom with image stabilization
• 3.5-inch color LCD; color EVF
• Digital still mode records megapixel images onto included 16 MB MultiMediaCard
• Analog inputs for digital archiving

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SVP T608 2.7-inch 1280X720p HD Widescreen Red Digital Video Camcorder (SVP 32GB SDHC Memory Card Included) Overview

Introducing the “2010 New Design” SVP T-608 ~Red~ High Definition 720p (1280X720) Digital Video Camera. The SVP T-608 crams genuine high-definition movie-making power into a smaller and lighter package than anything else out there. High-definition movies (recorded at 30 fps and 1280 x 720 pixels) can be sent via Component HDTV Cable to the latest high-resolution flat-panel TVs. The SVP T-608 sports a unique pistol-grip style that lets you shoot steadily with one hand.Stunning, full high-definition movies on the SVP HD T-608 records HD videos at 720p while others will only record at D1 or VGA. Plus, with the H.264 Decorder, Your movie files are smaller and easier to work with, but offer image quality that will take your breath away when played back on widescreen HDTVs.

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Technical Details

• SVP high-definition digital camcorder records 1280 pixels x 720 pixels at 30 fps
• 5MP CMOS sensor for extra-sharp images
• H.264 Decorder makes movie files smaller and easier to work with, but doesn’t reduce image quality
• Large 2.7-inch LTPS LCD monitor rotates 270 degrees to keep your subject clearly in view, whether you’re shooting high, low or at yourself
• Offers nine levels of focus adjustment, along with exposure correction of up to +/-2.0 EV in 0.5 EV steps

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JVC GR-DVL300U Digital Camcorder Overview

MD) JVC GR-DVL300U

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This is my first camcorder, and I’m having a ball with it! It’s so easy to use, and I love the snapshot feature that allows me to take a snapshot image in the midst of recording, and it even throws in a little shutter click sound for effect! Maybe I’m easy to please, as I have no prior camcorder experience, and therefore no preconceived notions as to performance. But the picture looks great, and the sound is decent. I’m basically just using this for family purposes, and it serves me well!

Technical Details

• High-resolution MiniDV digital format
• 2.5-inch swivel color LCD monitor
• Also functions as digital still camera
• 10x optical, 250x digital zoom
• Includes special effects and scene transitions

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SVP T300 Grey HD 720p POCKET CAMCORDER, YouTube Uploading Software Overview

“NEW in the Box” SVP T-300 HD (1280X720) High Definition Pocket Digital Video Camcorder & Camera. An advanced digital device acts as a powerful 8.0 Mega Pixel Max. Output Digital Camera, 5M CMOS Sensor, a Full-Motion Digital Video Camcorder, a USB Mass Storage Device, and Memory Card Reader! Take stunning HD videos (720p at 30 fps). Easy share with Slide & Pop-up Built-in USB. Upload to YouTubeTM by a single click with ArcSoft Software. Record hours of video-up to 32 GB worth (optional). View on any HDTV with the included component cables. Edit and share videos with the included software CD. Rechargeable batteries and charger included

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Technical Details

• SVP high definition digital camcorder records 1280 pixels x 720 pixels at 30 fps, right in your pocket
• Easy share with Slide & Pop-up Built-in USB via nearest PC, or component cable on any HDTV
• Edit Video and Upload to YouTubeTM by a single click with ArcSoft Software
• 5MP CMOS sensor for extra-sharp images
• Large 2.4-inch LTPS LCD to keep your subject clearly in view

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JVC GRDF550U 1.33 MP MiniDv Camcorder w/ 15x Optical Zoom Overview

The GRDF550 Ultra-Compact Camcorder delivers the right mix of what digital video enthusiasts expect: Comfort, usability, convenience and style. Use the powerful new features to create inspiring images. The new Live Slow function and Low Light Plus tools let you manipulate your shots more easily, playing them back at any speed even when taken in total darkness. The new EZ Grip is built for hours of comfortable use. With the JVC GR DF430 you’ll have the features you need to impress the world with your photographs and digital video. Capture every detail with the 25x optical zoom and deeper digital zoom. Its combination of 3D noise reduction and wider F1.2 lens offers better detail and sharper colors. Live Slow is ideal for playing back and enjoying hard-to-see moments. The new Data Battery function lets you see your recording time with the push of a button. The compact design is easier to use and small enough to take anywhere. A new EZ Grip design offers hours of comfortable use. Movie Resolution – (HQ), 640 x 480 (Normal), 320 x 240 (LP) pixels Focus Modes – Auto focus, Macro mode, Infinity mode, Manual focus Live Slow records slow motion images with real-time images Super Bright lens & Low Light Plus for superior low-light performance 1/6-inch 680,000 pixel CCD HG digital stills with four image size settings (1600 x 1200, 1280 x 960, 1024 x 768, 640 x 480 pixels) JVC’s Megabrid engine that separately processes video and stills F1.2 Super Bright lens Still image playback with 8x zoom Auto-illumination light Email video clips in MPEG-4 format Web-camera function Multi-language on-screen display Analog input Cold shoe Comes with remote control One-touch view in LCD or viewfinder of remaining battery time Includes editing software

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I have had this machine for 2 years and it has always been very dependable and produces excellent results for a 1 CCD recorder. The machine provides lots of flexibility and I regularly receive positive comments about the quality of the image. The camcorder is generally used for some light travel and recording lots of sporting events. The machine also allows conversion of analog to digital tapes. This means you can record from a VCR to this machine (digital). It is also easy to transfer files to a DVD recorder. I am sure there are better machines out there by now but this has been well worth it. The camera stills are a bit small to be useful at this time (1.2 mp-seems small now but was pretty good when this was first released)

Technical Details

• 1.33-megapixel ultra-compact MiniDV digital camcorder with 15x optical zoom/700x digital zoom
• Captures digital stills to tape at native 1152 x 864 (interpolated up to 1600 x 1200)
• NightAlive function for shooting in low-light conditions
• Data Battery function that displays battery power and calculates remaining recording time
• Included rechargeable battery provides up to 60 minutes of shooting time

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JVC GZ-HD620 120 GB High Definition HDD Camcorder Overview

The Everio GZ-HD620BUS is an elegant Full HD HDD/microSD Everio with 120GB HDD for up to 50hr. of AVCHD recording featuring 3.32M back-illuminated CMOS, Advanced Image Stabilizer and “Super LoLux” for brighter shooting in low light, digital stills up to 1920×1080 and unique shooting functions.

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I shopped around for weeks before deciding to buy this camcorder…wish I had purchased it long before now. After placing the order the camera arrived several days earlier than I expected. Arrived complete and no shipping damage-well packed. After charging the battery, I used the “quick start” gude and began using the camera. Outstanding quality and so easy to use…I wasn’t disappointed with anything about this camcorder. It is awesome…the quality of the HD video and sound is amazing. You don’t know me but all I can say is, save yourself some effort and get this deal (great price through Amazon). Also, the vast storage space means I don’t have to worry with having memory cards unless I choose to; it’s always ready to go with no extra “stuff’ to bother with. I’m leaving tomorrow for a trip to Yosemite, followed by several days along the coast in Big Sur…this camera will ensure I will have life-like memories captured to enjoy over and over again. By the way, I was a writer before retiring so I this review may sound a bit like a commercial but I assure you I have nothing to do with anyone related to the sale of this camcorder; I just want everyone to be as pleased as I am and the sooner you start,the better.

Technical Details

• One Touch Upload to YouTubeTM
• 120GB Built-in HDD
• micro SD/SDHC Card Slot

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JVC Everio MS130 16GB Dual Flash Camcorder (Blue) Overview

The GZ-MS130 offers a single SD/SDHC card slot, offers continuous recording – during recording, when one storage medium fills up, recording automatically switches to the other.

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I just purchased the JVC Everio MS 130 color blue, a week ago. (I got it at Best Buy). I wanted to say that I am a VERY satisfied customer. This is the first time I’ve ever bought a digital camcorder. After reading several good reviews on this item I thought I would go and get it myself.

The picture quality is sharp and very clear. The sound is amazing. It comes out loud and crisp. The menus are very easy to use. I had a hard time getting use to the “touch” type of screen. But after reading the manuel that came with the product I realized I was doing it wrong, so after that the screens and the menus were very easy.

I had no problems uploading my videos and burning them onto a dvd. I purchased the Maxwell DVD+R dvd’s at Walmart and they played fine on my dvd player. (I have a magnavox dvd player).

I know some people were complaining about loading their videos onto youtub and how the video comes looking like it was squashed. I do not understand this. My video on youtube looked just fine. I filmed in 16:3 and the quality on youtube was great.

I also have a software editing product called Roxio. This program is great for editing my videos. The only problem is that the audio w/ the camcorder is not compatible to this software program. You can still add your own background music to the video but the actual audio attached to your video won’t transfer. HOWEVER, do not fret. I have the older version of Roxio. I was told by a prompt on this software that if I upgraded to version 10 the audio would be compatible.

I haven’t had any problems with the battery life. I charged it fully two nights ago and filmed a good 30 minutes yesterday and today. I still have a 50% charge. I think the charging percentage could probably be a little higher; but since I was constantly turning the product on and off, filming at different times, it probably wears down the battery more.

What I also love about this camcorder is not only does it come w/ 16 GB of internal memory, there is also two slots to put memory cards into, so you can add additional recording memory to this product!

Overall I am happy I bought this product. I am very satisfied and would defnitely recommend this to anyone who asked.

Technical Details

• 16 GB built-in Flash Memory plus SD card slot for continuous recording
• 40x Dynamic Zoom with Konica Minolta lens
• Laser-touch operation with sub-trigger and zoom
• One-touch upload to YouTube
• Capture video to SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

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JVC GR-D870 MiniDV Camcorder with 35x Optical Zoom Overview

JVC GR-D870 Standard Definition MiniDV Camcorder Life’s precious moments can be captured forever with the JVC GR-D870 Standard Definition MiniDV Camcorder! A 16:9 widescreen format brings energy to the 2.7″ wide color LCD monitor for realistic visual detail and wide field of vision. The camcorder is ready and waiting to shoot the action with a 35x optical zoom. Images can be further enlarged with an impressive 800x digital zoom. The stick control makes navigating through functions a breeze. Let those great times live on forever when you capture them on the JVC Standard Definition MiniDV Camcorder! About MiniDV MiniDV refers to the small digital video tapes used by many modern camcorders. MiniDVs are known for their small size as well as their practicality. First launched in 1995, digital video has become a standard for at home and semi-professional video production. MiniDV cassettes typically hold between 80 and 120 minutes depending on the recording mode. Specifications Image sensor: 1/6″ 680K-pixel CCD 2.7″ wide color LCD monitor 16:9 widescreen mode Konica Minolta lens F-stop: f2.0 ? f4.1 27mm filter diameter 35x optical zoom 800x digital zoom 680 x 480 pixel digital still images Recording format: MiniDV Memory card slot for SD/MMC Dual recording capabilities 3-dimension noise reduction (3D NR) Stick control Live Slow DV input/output NightAlive auto-illumination light Power-linked operation Data button/ auto button AUTO button Auto illumination button Auto LCD backlight control Seven display languages 115 minute data battery Connections Firewire in Firewire out AV out USB mini out Includes Battery pack (BN-VF808) AC adapter Shoulder strap USB cable AV cable Digital Photo Navigation Software Dimensions: 3.06″H x 4.63″D x 2.81″W Weight without battery: 0.93 lbs. Warranty: One year parts and 90 days labor

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Excellent features: slow motion, 16:9 widescreen, instant battery level status, instant display of tape time remaining, 35X Optical zoom is much more than one could actually use plus 800x digital which you’ll never use, takes still pictures while you record on SD card, auto light feature, lots of functions like white balance, auto image stabilization, you can take cool video like sepia, 8MM type, etc;

I’ve only used it for home video like b-day’s, family dinners, baby showers, etc. It’s given me excellent video, looks great on my HD tv.. thought it’s not HD video but good enough.. plus i’m not sure if i wanna see my family in HD that close up!

Of course it doesn’t look so good in low light, but that’s expected of any camcorder in this price range.. BTW did I mention the battery will outlast the 60 min tape!

All in all.. I would recommend this over any Canon or Sony MiniDV Standard Definition camcorders! Hands down it is the best bang for you buck!

Technical Details

• Extended field of vision with a 2.7-inch, 16:9 widescreen LCD monitor
• Check exact time left for recording with this 115-minute data battery
• Images can be enlarged up to 800X with this powerful Konica Minolta 35x optical zoom
• More accurate noise reduction with the 3-Dimension Noise Reduction (3D NR) feature
• Includes Night Alive for improved low-light recording

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