JVC GRDVP3U MiniDV Digital Camcorder with Built-in Digital Still Mode Review
I agree with other people talking about DVP3U's bad still image quality. However, camcorders are not supposed to take still images. If you buy any camcorders, you won't be satisfied with its still image. (Sony Mega pixel ones are just ok). The movie quality of this camcorder is great (audio is not as good but you can easily attach zoom mike on top).
To the main point. You can buy great super-quality camcorders like Sony VX-2000 or canon XL-1 (with 3CDD) and take hollyhood quality movies. However, if you don't carry it with you most of the time, you won't be able to make any movie at all. If you don't use it, there is no need for super-quality, mega pixel, etc. For this reason, DVP3U is one of best mini camcorders I've used. It fits in my jean pocket and I carry it with me anywhere I go. The battery life is short but you can buy two extra (2hour battery) .... That will be enough for continous use of this awesome camcorder.
JVC GRDVP3U MiniDV Digital Camcorder with Built-in Digital Still Mode Feature
- Incredibly small MiniDV camcorder
- 10x optical, 200x digital zoom with image stabilization
- 2.0" color LCD monitor and color EVF
- Photo mode records still images onto tape or included 8 MB SD card
- Uses an included lithium-ion battery; also includes power adapter/charger, multibrand remote control, CD-ROM software, docking station, USB cable, AV cable and editing cable
JVC GRDVP3U MiniDV Digital Camcorder with Built-in Digital Still Mode Overview
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JVC GRDVP3U MiniDV Digital Camcorder with Built-in Digital Still Mode Specifications
JVC's GR-DVP3U is a truly remarkable digital camcorder new on the market. One of the smallest MiniDV camcorder available, the GR-DVP3U records the incredible 520 lines of resolution ingrained in the DV standard, making every memory captured sharp and crisp. There is also a built-in digital still camera that captures images in many modes--such as full screen, frame, pin-up, negative, or multipicture--onto tape.
The GR-DVP3U also comes with a variety of multimedia interfacing capabilities, making transferring DV recordings or digital photos to a computer fast and simple. In addition to the standard IEEE 1394 DV interface, there is also a port for PC connections. With the included software and cable you can easily bring your photos into your computer for editing or e-mailing.
A low-light environment is not an issue for the GR-DVP3U. In addition to the integrated auto light there is also a special night shooting function that enhances low-light sensitivity so you can still capture clear images at night in full color.
Also included are an AC power adapter/charger, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, remote control, CD-ROM software for photo editing, shoulder strap, and RS232C PC/AT compatible cables.
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Customer Reviews
Display screen has gone twice on this camcorder - K. Lane -
I've had this camcorder for almost 4 years now and yes it is extremely portable and compact, but the screen on this camcorder has gone black on me twice. The first time it went it displayed a rainbow of colors when opening the display which made it useless and had to send it out to JVC for repair and had no camera for almost 3 weeks. Now it has just gone bad again and this time it's completely black making the eyepiece the only way to record which is nearly impossible on this small camcorder. Overall, the color quality and features are good from this camcorder but I've had too many problems with this item now to give it more than two stars. Any consumer shouldn't have to replace an LCD screen on their camcorder 2 times within a two year time frame. I wouldn't recommend buying this item. While the portability of it is nice, the lack of being able to actually record on it far outweighs any of it's strong points that it does have. With a newborn and 3 year old at home I need a camcorder that actually can record on the fly and shouldn't have to worry about whether or not the screen will turn on.
Should've bought a Sony DCRIP5 instead!!! - - Irvine, CA USA
I just got this camcorder and I got very disappointed. It was impossible for me to use it on an outdoor party at night.
With the price, I thought this camcorder would be better than Sony DCRIP5 which my friend just bought. And the Sony camcorder works just perfect despite the fact that it's even smaller than this JVC camcorder.
Best features for the size - -
Best camera i've seen for the size and for the price. A must buy if your the type that like to capture moments but would not like to carry around a big bulky machine.
**Product Information Jan 20, 2010 08:00:07**
