Editorial Review

The JVC Professional VF-P115BU is a high-quality 1.5-inch viewfinder that also helps reduce eye strain. It features black-and-white imaging for precise focusing, rubber eye cup that makes shooting for long periods comfortable, and includes diopter lens and tally light. For use with JVC DV500U, DV550U, and DV5000U camcorders. ... Read more

Features

• 1.5-inch viewfinder reduces eye strain
• Black-and-white imaging for precise focusing
• Rubber eye cup makes shooting for long periods comfortable
• Includes diopter lens and tally light
• For use with JVC DV500U, DV550U, andn DV5000U camcorders

Editorial Review

The JVC Professional VF-P116U is a monochrome viewfinder that provides 600 lines of horizontal resolution. It can display peaking with user adjustable level, and features a large, comfortable flip-up adjustable eyepiece and tally on/off switch with 4 bright LEDs. For use with JVC DV500, DV550, and KY-D29WU camcorders. ... Read more

Features

• High-resolution viewfinder provides 600 lines of horizontal resolution
• Displays peaking with user adjustable level
• Large, comfortable flip-up adjustable eyepiece
• Tally on/off switch with 4 bright LEDs
• 1.5-inch viewfinder reduces eye strain

Features

• Image magnification will occur.

Features

• Fujinon S17XBRM-SD 17X lens

Features

• tapeless acquisition with true Direct To Edit
• The DR-HD100 features a comprehensive backlit display,
• menu system and buttons allowing easy control and managemet
• You can preview clips

Editorial Review

The JVC Professional VC-G50U is a Y/C S-video cable for high-quality connections. It features a 4-pin S-connector to 4-pin S-connector, an ample 16-foot length, and separates intensity and color signals for improved video. For use with JVC professional cameras and VTRs such as the GY-DV5000, BR-DV6000, and BR-DV3000. ... Read more

Features

• Y/C S-video cable for high-quality connection
• 4-pin S-connector to 4-pin
• Ample 16-foot length
• Separates intensity and color signals for improved video
• For use with JVC professional cameras, VTRs, and other compatible devices

Features

• Highest grade tape
• cassettes for critical
• ProHD recording.

Editorial Review

The compact JVC GR-D90 is a stylish, go-anywhere digital video camcorder that incorporates all JVC's key camcorder technologies. This entry-level MiniDV camcorder is 50 percent smaller than previous models and features a 16x optical zoom, picture stabilization, digital still mode, JVC's Night Alive feature, and a large 3.5-inch LCD.Read more

Features

• NTSC
• MiniDV camcorder with 16x optical zoom, 700x digital zoom, image stabilization
• Large 3.5-inch fold-out color LCD screen and color viewfinder
• Takes digital stills (1024 x 768) and stores them on MMC card (8 MB card included)
• Includes fun photo software: Presto! ImageFolio and Presto! Mr. Photo 3
• Connects to PCs and Macs via Firewire (IEEE1394) and USB (for photos)

Reviews (28)

JVC Camcorders ongoing problem
I own a JVC Camcorder and will never buy another one.It is less than two years old and every couple of months something else goes wrong with it.Right now it has the condensation error, please wait message.Not the only camcorder in the JVC line that gets this and even though more than 10 pages of search results come up on google JVC just says they won't do anything about the problem and your only choice is to take it to a 'service center.'I wouldn't mind if this was the only problem I ran into with the camera (BTW, I live in the very dry Denver and this problem popped up right after changing a tape in a very dry and very clean environment) but my JVC has seen problem after problem

extreme disappointment
I bought this camera because it was cheaper than alot of the others and I thought JVC was a good name.WRONG!I rarely used it, the first few months.Since then, I have not been ABLE to use it!I get the error "PLEASE WAIT. CONDENSATION, OPERATION PAUSED."And I can't do a thing with it. Very upsetting to find out while in labor with my first child. I called JVC who tells me that they have not received that error with this particular model, just with others, and to take it to a service center. After some research online, other models do the same thing, and JVC tells them the SAME THING! Why must we spend money to get it fixed when it is obviously a malfunction JVC knows about and are doing nothing ot fix it.

Its OK... I guess!
This camcorder is not the greatest I am just not thrilled with it as I though I would be, I paid a pretty good price for what I got. Some things that really annoy me about it is the time it takes to focus when you are zooming - sometimes I done missed what image I was trying to capture, pictures with the camcorder are never consistant - some a blurry, so a crisp, you just never know, the built in microphone is very poor - there are times when I cannot hear a darn thing, and when you don't want to hear anything you do, battery life sucks the big one - two hours and I was loading my second battery - thank god I though I might need another one or I would of missed half the zoo!This camera is probably best for a teenager and not for recording those special moments! ... Read more

Features

• MiniDV

Reviews (4)

Great camcorder at an excellent price.
My wife and I have really enjoyed using this superb digital camcorder.For the price - you can't find any other camcorder that can compare (I did a lot of research before buying). good value, excellent "beginner" model
I'm definitely a video amateur, but I dig this camera.It's small, lightweight and comfortable to hold.I haven't used it for extended periods of time, but the battery life seems acceptable compared to other models in this price range. good value, excellent "beginner" model
I'm definitely a video amateur, but I dig this camera.It's small, lightweight and comfortable to hold.I haven't used it for extended periods of time, but the battery life seems acceptable compared to other models in this price range.Read more

Editorial Review

Despite a low price tag and small size, the JVC SXM750 has the versatility of recording in three different formats. The SVHS mode creates high quality recordings that rival the broadcast TV standard, and you can record with the same high resolution on any VHS-C tape with the SVHS ET mode, or use the standard VHS mode and enjoy the greatest level of compatibility with other players. Other features of the camcorder include a large 3.5-inch LCD screen, 16x optical zoom, video light, 70 special effects and transitions, title generator, and VHS-C playpack.Read more

Features

• S-VHS-C camcorder with 3.5-inch color LCD
• 16x optical and 600x digital zoom with digital stabilizer
• 70 digital effects and scene transitions
• Built-in video light

Reviews (1)

Great Camcorder for the price
This JVC is awesome for the price.My husband & I are "First Timers" with a Camcorder and this one was so easy getting started.In just a few short minutes we were filming!!!I love the 3.5 inch screen.Most cams are only 2.5.That was a great feature.There is so much more to play around with, but I'm sure we'll be pros in no time.I would reccomend this one to anyone. ... Read more

Editorial Review

The JVC GR-DVL510U is a true workhorse of a camcorder. A number of great features usually found in higher-end electronics are packed into this small, easy-to-carry device. The 680,000-pixel CCD of the GR-DVL510U also captures digital stills in many modes--such as full screen, frame, pin-up, negative, or multipicture--onto tape, or the included 8 MB MMC card. The DVL510U is compatible with both MultiMedia or SD memory cards.Read more

Features

• MiniDV
• MiniDV camcorder
• 10x optical, 400x digital zoom with digital image stabilization
• 2.5-inch color LCD monitor and monochrome EVF
• Photo mode records still images onto tape or included 8 MB MMC card
• Uses an included lithium-ion battery; also includes remote control, AC adapter/charger, shoulder strap

Reviews (9)

Great video camera only
This is a great "video camera" and a not so good digital still camera. If you are purchasing this "video camera" to use to shoot video then I will recommend this camera, but if you want a great digital still camera then purchas a separate digital still camera.The vast majority of "video cameras" are best used for video and not digital still photography. So once again buy this "video camera" for video and buy a digital still camera for digital photography.

Great Camera
I did a lot of research before buying. It is the best value in this class. Don't expect great snap shot quality from this camera and others in the same class. You need progressive scan and at least 1 mega pixel CCD for a good quality picture. That would put you into a totally different price range. Manufacturers advertise mega pixel camcorders pretty loudly and they are currently above $1200. The video quality is great (almost DVD) and low light sensitivity is good. I don't use special effect while filming so I can't comment. It does not record analog video. Manual says it records the DV but I have not tried it. Overall it is great for indoor/outdoor everyday filming even with my picky taste.

Great Video/Poor Still Photos
My husband gave me this camera for Christmas because he knew I really wanted a digital camera and I had expressed some interest in a camcorder as well...He figured this would do double-duty very well. I played with it all day Christmas day taking video and stills and was loving it.The video was awesome...very easy to use and of decent quality.Battery drained very quickly, but most do, so that wasn't a big deal.Close-up shots looked really good.The HUGE DISAPPOINTMENT came when I downloaded the still shots to my computer.They were of poor quality at best...colors not true and blurry even though all were taken at the highest resolution possible.I am returning the camera and exchanging it.I'm NOW told that most just don't have enough pixels to produce a good photo...Live and Learn!Good Luck... ... Read more

Features

• MiniDV
• MiniDV recording format with progressive CCD scan
• 10x optical zoom lens produces sharp close-up and wide-angle shots
• Digital image stabilization and digital still camera capable
• 2.5-inch LCD monitor with 10x playback zoom
• Special features include random scene editing and animation mode

Reviews (9)

Very Good Camera for the price
lots of features and a simple remote which can operate most of the features. Very sensitive to tape brand - it turns your camara useless
Do not buy a JVC camcorder!!! - Just a couple of months after buying a JVC GRDVM80U an "E04" error start popping in th screen. Apparently the machinery is very sensitive to tapes lubricants and other compounds. Cleaning the head is not enough - the camara just becomes useless (Well, you can probably fix it for $350, but then it will break down again soon) Search the web for "E04 JVC" and you'll know how frequent and fustrating this error is - and I was surprised to learn it is not restricted to this model. JVC just ignores the problem and blames the tape manufacturers. It might function as an average camera if you are willing to give up using a tape ... and recording.

Tape incompatibility!
I got the camcorder about a month ago but only spend about 2 weeks with it because it was in the repair shop most of the time. It seems that this camcorder is incompatible with TDK tapes. There were no mention of it anywhere in the manual or in the packaging. They should at least include a recent updated notice on the problem. After using the TDK tape for 15 minutes, the picture became distorted and the message "Head cleaning required" appeared. I took it to the shop and the technician said the video heads were damage and need to be replaced. After calling JVC on the phone, they told me alot of people had call in about the same problem. I'm surprised no one mention it in their reviews or I would have stay away from the TDK tapes. ... Read more

Features

• NTSC
• Low-Profile MiniDV digital camcorder and still camera with 1.33-megapixel CCD
• 10x optical zoom lens (500x digital zoom) and image stabilizer
• Rotating 3-inch LCD and black-and-white viewfinder
• Built-in auto flash with red eye reduction and SD/MMC card slot
• BN-V107US 700 mAh Lithium-ion, high-capacity, rechargeable battery pack; camera has built-in battery charger

Reviews (7)

Amazingly Prime Camera
I was one of the very first to purchase this camera off of Amazon and only now have i remembered to write a revew, expecialy after some of the complaints were written. I purchased this camera three days after it was on amazon and it arived in box on my doorstep in just a few days. Right out of the box, the camera looked nice, and as soon as i plugged it in, it turned on. In only about 20 minutes of playing with it i had fugured out almost all of the functions and was stunned but the still picture quality and with the video quality even in low light situations.
Fine designstyle, but operation sucks
I purchase this camera december 2004, i really like the design stlye its amazing. After a month or so the zooming start to malfuction, if i zoom to say 10X the camera start to unzoom its self back to 1X,. Because of this shooting a video is really hard beyond 1X, i have tokeep using my finger to try an keep the zooming steady. At that time i figure it was a function of me not knowing how to used it so i did not return it then. After reading the manual a few time i realized its the camera's fault so i sent it to JVC. They call me to say the need $150 before they can start to look at it. I realy feel rip-off, i have not even get $50 value use since i've got it and i have to start spending on it already. I really made a mistake in buying this camera.

jvc gr-dx307
I got it a week ago i took it to my son,s play the whole room was dark except for the stage the video was pretty good for just turning it and recording but when I got it home that was a differnt story the low-light shooting was bad that was before I used the nightshot when I turned that on some how it started recording in slow motion and was very very dark right now im still trying to play around with it and thinking about sending it back before my 14 days are up. ... Read more

Editorial Review

The JVC GR-DVM5OU Digital Cybercam is JVC's smallest and lightest digital camcorder, allowing you to operate it with only one hand. The high-resolution color viewfinder and the 2.5-inch high-resolution color swivel LCD screen make it easy to shoot from any angle with improved accuracy. This camcorder also includes digital effects and a 10x optical and 200x digital zoom with spline interpolation to bring even faraway subjects into detail.Read more

Features

• High resolution MiniDV digital format
• 2.5-inch swivel color LCD
• Multifunction remote control
• Digital still output with serial cable and software
• 10x optical, 200x digital zoom

Reviews (12)

Good, but be ready to take it to the shop
I loooove the small size!Because of that, it gets more use.HOWEVER, had to send it for repairs 3 months after I bought it.Warranty covered the expense, (but not the shipping), and I'm afraid of the next time it will break, since the warranty has now run out.I would recommend some other brand with a better repair history.I don't recommend purchasing extended warranties, since it's damn near impossible to make them pay.

Great camcorder except for repair record
I have owned 3 JVC camcorders or similar type DVM3, DVM5 and DVM50U.I have loved the size, capability and quality of video image, but all 3 have had significant and expensive repairs.So much so that I gave up the DVM5 because the repair cost was more than I could buy a new and more recent model.At the moment the DVM50U is in the shop after about 5 months ownership and the DVM3 has troubles holding selected zoom mode.I have also owned 3 JVC VCR's and 2 JVC televisions.One VCR bombed out with expensive repairs that dis not correct the problems, but the others have been great. I am not sure I would buy another JVC camcorder.

A Little Tank!
I've owned mine for about 1 1/2 years now, and I'm happy to say it gets more use now than ever. The camera is well-made, the quality of the images is very good and the price and availability of media (both tape for moviesand the proprietary MultiMediaCards for stills) continues to improve (a 32meg MMC costs about $100 and holds 200 or so images). I do seem to have aproblem keeping dust out of the viewfinder, but that's my fault forshooting on windy days at some very dry baseball fields. The most usefuladdition was a MMC reader, which makes downloading images to mydesktop simple and fast. I have not bought the FireWire set-up yet, butthis is required for tape transfer to the desktop. All in all, this is oneof the most versatile cameras I have ever owned. ... Read more

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Editorial Review

The JVC GR-SXM930U offers the convenience of VHS-C in a sleek, lightweight design. It is equipped with a 3-inch high-resolution color viewfinder for more realistic visuals while shooting, and has a built-in light that improves the picture in low-light shooting conditions. The digital picture stabilizer gets rid of annoying picture shakes. It also offers a 16x optical and 400x digital zoom. This is ideal for catching action at sporting events or just at home in your backyard. The zoom is a variable-speed zoom triggered by finger pressure with numeric zoom ratio readout in the viewfinder/monitor. Read more

Features

• SVHS-C camcorder, compatible with VHS
• 16x optical, 400x digital zoom with digital image stabilization
• 3-inch color LCD monitor and color EVF
• Snapshot Mode records still pictures onto 2 MB internal flash memory
• Includes battery pack, Compact VHS playpak, AC adapter/charger, shoulder strap, remote control

Reviews (3)

Naftarific, Naftaexpeolidocious, Nafta-Roni
I've tried others but none can hold up to the scrutiny that this product has experienced.Okay, so it cost me a marriage and a career, but I'd buy a back up, if I wasn't locked up.When I get out they'll have the third series available with higher restitution but softer focus.
A wonderful camera!!
I have used this camera so much!! You can make black and white video, fade in's, date, time, everything! It even has a digital still option. It is also small and convenient. Best camera I've ever purchased.

Nice Camera
My friend has this camera,Read more