JVC GZ-HD300 Everio High Definition Hard Disk Camcorder (Sapphire Blue)
Looking for a camcorder to record your growing child's firsts? The GZ-HD300 Everio High Definition Hard Disk Camcorder from JVC gives you true 1920 x 1080/60i recording, to your choice of the 60GB HDD or to microSD/SDHC memory cards. Every memory will come across beautiful and life-like on your HDTV, thanks to the 1/4.1" 3.05MP CMOS sensor, GENESSA processing, and the HD Gigabrid Premium video engine. The KONICA MINOLTA HD lens and 2.7" LCD help by giving you a lens specially designed for capturing HD video and a wide display on which to compose and playback your video. Let's not forget the AVCHD UXP mode with a bit rate of up to 24Mbps, for improved clarity and detail.
While you're out capturing all those videos, you'll probably want to shoot some photos as well. Don't worry about having to lug around a camera too; the HD300 doubles a digital still camera that boasts 1920 x 1080 resolution and Face Detection technology.
When you're ready to share little Johnny's first steps, uploading the special moment to the Internet, is easy. The camcorder features One-Touch Export to iTunes and One-Touch Upload to YouTube - taking the hassle out of the entire sharing process. The HD300 also features Direct DVD, which makes burning your video to DVD on your computer as simple as it gets.
- Hybrid Recording
- Record over 5 hours of 1920 x 1080 high definition video to the 60GB hard disk drive in the GZ-HD300. Should you need extra space you can also store video and still images to removable microSD/SDHC flash memory cards.
- 3.05MP 1/4.1" CMOS Sensor
- The 1/4.1" CMOS sensor in the HD300 captures video and stills with true HD clarity and quality. In addition, JVC's HD Gigabrid Premium video engine optimizes image quality along with reducing the camera's power consumption while the GENESSA processor makes the most out the HD signal.
- KONICA MINOLTA HD Lens
- The KONICA MINOLTA HD Lens is specially designed for capturing Full HD video and stills and features a 20x optical zoom, which brings far off subjects up-close with virtually no loss in image quality.
- 2.7" LCD Display
- The LCD on the GZ-HD300 provides a 16:9 display on which to compose and playback video and stills. JVC's improved Laser Touch Operation system lets you navigate the camera's basic controls and menu selections on the side and bottom of the screen.
- Still Image Capture
- The GZ-HD300 doubles as a high resolution digital still camera. Capture beautiful 1920 x 1080 JPEGs with the camera and save them to the HDD or microSD/SDHC memory cards.
- Creative Control and Workflow Features
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- One-Touch Export to iTunes
- One-Touch Upload to YouTube
- Direct Backup: One-Touch backup to PC
- Auto Illumi Light for recording in low light settings
- HDMI V.1.3 with x.v.Color for increased color reproduction
- Digest Playback: 5 minute montage of 60 minutes of video
- Direct DVD: One-Touch DVD creation with optional SHARE STATION
- One-Touch Export to iTunes
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Sensor | 1/3" 2.68Mp CMOS |
| Lens |
Focal length=4.5-45mm f/stop=1.8-2.2 |
| Zoom |
10x Optical 200x Digital |
| Filter Size | 30.5mm |
| Recording | |
|---|---|
| System | NTSC |
| Format | AVCHD H.264, MPEG-2 |
| Audio | Dolby Digital 2 channel |
| Image Stabilization | Digital image stabilizer (electronic) |
| Lux | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Recording Media |
60GB Hard disk drive MicroSD memory card |
| Recording Time |
60GB HDD AVCHD: XP: 10 hours, EP: 33 hours MPEG-2: FHD: 6 hours, 1440CBR: 6 hours |
| Display | |
|---|---|
| Display Type | LCD |
| Display Size | 2.8" |
| Viewfinder | No |
| Camera Features | |
|---|---|
| Manual Controls | White balance, exposure, sharpness, shutter priority, aperture priority, brightness control |
| Built-in Speaker | Yes |
| Built-in Mic | Yes |
| Accessory Shoe | Yes |
| Built-in Light/Flash |
Yes - flash Yes - light |
| Digital Still Mode | |
|---|---|
| Still Recording Media | micro SDHC cards |
| Resolution |
2432 x 1368 1920 x 1080 1824 x 1386 1440 x 1080 640 x 480 |
| Input/Output Connectors | |
|---|---|
| Inputs | N/A |
| Output |
A/V out Component out HDMI mini USB (type A & type B) USB 2.0 |
| Microphone Input | No |
| Headphone Jack | No |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Languages | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Compatible Operating Systems |
Windows XP Mac OS X 10.4.4-10.4.8 (via plug-in for MPEG-2 files to be used with iMovie HD 6 & Final Cut Pro 5 or 6) |
| Power Requirements | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 2 13/16 x 2 11/16 x 4 7/8" (71 x 68 x 123mm) |
| Weight |
0.98 lbs (440g) 1.16 lbs (525g) with BN-VF815 battery |
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Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Easy to Use
- Good Image Stabilization
- Good in Low Light
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Zoom
- Large Clear LCD
- Zoom range/performance
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about JVC GZ-HD300 Everio High Definition Hard Disk Camcorder (Sapphire Blue):
Very easy to use and compact.
Pros
- Comfortable to Operate
- Great Features
- Great Picture Quality
- Great Sound
- Simple Controls
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- HD Shooting
- Home Movies
- Travel
Comments about JVC GZ-HD300 Everio High Definition Hard Disk Camcorder (Sapphire Blue):
Got this camera for Christmas in the morning and immediately plugged it in to charge and within 1 hour I was shooting video. That night easy download to my Mac. Picture quality was excellent. Great low light video. The built in light was perfect for close shots. Fits in the hand nicely and very light weight.
Comments about JVC GZ-HD300 Everio High Definition Hard Disk Camcorder (Sapphire Blue):
With 4 kids, this camera will get a workout. I opened it up, charged the battery and was able to start shooting video right away- without a glance at the manual. The display screen is crystal clear, and playing back the videos was very simple.
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Filters
Protect your lens or produce a desired visual effect by adding a filter.
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- GBP 3.95
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Capture the right view with a conversion lens.
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- Original: $49.95
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- Price: $44.96
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On-Camera Lights
Adjust the lighting for virtually any indoor and many outdoor applications.
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Drives & DVD Burning
Back up your footage directly from your camcorder.
- Price: $29.00
- GBP 18.47
What's in the Box
- Everio HD GZ-HD300 Hard Disk Camcorder
- AP-V20U AC Adapter
- BN-VF808U Battery Pack
- Component Cable
- A/V Cable
- USB Cable
- Remote Control RM-V751U
- Lithium Battery (CR2025)
- CD-ROM
- 1-Year Parts & 90-Days Labor Limited Warranty
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