JVC GZ-HD30 (80 GB) HDD Camcorder Reviews

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Having said that please don't expect this tiny camcorder to surpass those gigantic professional video recording equipment -- but the fact it comes so close is commendable. The color saturation is maybe very slightly higher than neutral, but I frankly find that to be an advantage since the videos really stand out. The video quality looks outstanding when I play the videos on my 42" HDTV through the HDMI out. A reviewer complained about the 19 minutes per file limit. from Amazon.com I used this yesterday to film a deposition because the lawyers don't want to stop and change tapes every hour. Filming went smooth but when I got home, instead of the 5 files I thought I shot, there were over 10. JVC support says the camera makes no larger than 4gb file. That's about 19 minutes. from Amazon.com I think it's a great camcorder considering its low price point. However, as other reviewers have commented, when filming events indoors, the picture becomes extremely "grainy"--almost as if there is a film over the lens. If you need a HD camcorder that you'll use almost exclusively outdoors, I'd recommend this JVC. If you'll be using it in low light situations, there are definitely better choices. from Amazon.com It only allows 3 pictures while recording a video. The pictures are good but not great. I am not disappointed in the pictures but it is a HD camcorder and the video is excellent. The quality of the video is excellent if not superb. from Amazon.com After much research and going back and forth with a non-HD Sony Handycam, we got this camera last week and so far it has really made a difference when viewing videos on our 50" HD TV screen on HDMI. It is pretty user friendly (although I found the Sony Handycam more user friendly). from Amazon.com After much research and going back and forth with a non-HD Sony Handycam, we got this camera last week and so far it has really made a difference when viewing videos on our 50" HD TV screen on HDMI. It is pretty user friendly (although I found the Sony Handycam more user friendly). If you're in the market for an HD (Hi-Def) camcorder, this is the value winner. The Everio HD takes decent stills, but definitely takes a backseat to our Canon point & shoot. from Amazon.com I purchased this camcorder a few months back and have used it extensively to shoot under various lighting scenarios. I was so flabbergasted to see how good the camera performed even indoors (where lighting is limited to just a few lit bulbs inside a room). from Amazon.com The picture is awsome. Just one thing: you need to buy some backup battery. from Amazon.com I used this yesterday to film a deposition because the lawyers don't want to stop and change tapes every hour. Filming went smooth but when I got home, instead of the 5 files I thought I shot, there were over 10. JVC support says the camera makes no larger than 4gb file. That's about 19 minutes. from Amazon.com It only allows 3 pictures while recording a video. The pictures are good but not great. I am not disappointed in the pictures but it is a HD camcorder and the video is excellent. The quality of the video is excellent if not superb. from Amazon.com

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Released	1 year ago
Recording Format	HDD
LCD Panel Size	2.8 in.
Digital Still Shot Mode	With Still Shot Capability
Display Type	With LCD Panel
Audio Format	Stereo
Depth	4.88 in.
Digital Zoom	20x
Family Line	JVC GZ
Filter Diameter	43 mm
HDD Size	80 GB
Height	2.69 in.
Image Sensor Type	CMOS
Included Accessories	Software USB Cable A/V Cable Shoulder Strap Driver AC Power Adapter Remote Control Battery Pack
Lens Focal Length	4.5 - 45 mm
MPEG Movie Mode	With MPEG Movie Mode
MPN	GZHD320B
Memory Card Type	MicroSD
Microphone Type	Installed
Number of Pixels	2680K pixels
Optical Zoom	10x
Output Interfaces	Composite (Video) Audio (RCA) Component USB Headphones Jack HDMI
Release Date	August, 2008
Sensor Size	1/3"
UPC	046838035647
Weight	0.95 lb.
Width	2.81 in.

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