| JVC GRD70 MiniDV Camcorder with 2.5" LCD, 16x Optical Zoom and SD/MMC Card Slot | 
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| Brand: JVC
Category: Photography
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Avg. Customer Rating:   (15 reviews)
Sales Rank: 40636
Media: Electronics
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Optical Zoom: 16
Display Size: 2.5
Maximum Focal Length: 43.2
Minimum Focal Length: 2.7
Warranty: 1 year warranty
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3
Dimensions (in): 11 x 9 x 10
MPN: GR-D70US
Model: D70US
UPC: 046838161803
EAN: 0046838161803
ASIN: B0000899R2
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| Features:
| • | MiniDV camcorder with 16x optical zoom, 700x digital zoom, image stabilization | | • | 2.5-inch fold-out color LCD screen and color viewfinder | | • | Takes digital stills (1024 x 768) and stores them on MMC card (not included) | | • | Includes fun photo software: Presto! ImageFolio and Presto! Mr. Photo 3 | | • | Connects to PCs and Macs via Firewire (IEEE1394) and USB (for photos) |
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| Editorial Reviews:
Product Description
This newly styled JVC camcorder is designed for those who are searching for a fun and slimline camcorder while maintaining a full feature package within. The GR-DV70US boasts a 680, 000-Pixel CCD Super High Band Processor for 520 lines of horizontal resolution. The GR-D70US adds a removable memory card slot for both MMC and SD cards. Now, digital still images can be recorded on a memory card at a resolution up to 1024 x 768. The maximum user friendliness is achieved with Power-Linked Operation (always ready to record), Night Alive (for low-light recording), High Resolution 2.5" Amorphous Silicon LCD Color Monitor, 700X Super Digital Zoom with Spline Interpolation, Digital Picture Stabilizer and Long Time Recording Capability.
Amazon.com Product Description
The compact JVC GR-D70 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, a digital still mode, JVC's Night Alive feature, and a 2.5-inch LCD. Optics & Audio
The GR-D70 offers a 680,000 CCD with 520 lines of horizontal resolution. Combined with JVC's super-hi-band processor, you'll be assured of capturing crisp, clear video. Equipped with a 16x optical zoom, the GR-D70 also features a 700x digital zoom that allows you to zoom in for incredible close-ups. You can also zoom in on any part of an image during playback with the 44x pinpoint zoom. The GR-D70 also features PCM digital stereo sound in either 12-bit or 16-bit options. The 16-bit mode offers one set of stereo tracks and achieves the same quality as CD, while the 12-bit mode creates two sets of stereo tracks. Audio dub is possible when recorded in 12-bit mode. Digital Stills
The still mode is capable of capturing crystal-clear still images of up to 1,024 x 768 pixels. The images are stored onto an optional MMC or Secure Digital memory card. You can also record still images onto the video cassette with a "shutter" sound effect in full frame or pin-up mode. More Features
- JVC's Night Alive feature boosts light sensitivity for a bright picture, even in situations with minimal illumination
- A 2.5-inch tilting LCD screen for high-angle overhead shooting, low-angle shots, or even self portraits
- The Picture Stabilizer system corrects camera shake instantly, giving you smooth and stable pictures
- The Power Linked Operation feature prepares the camera to record simply by opening the LCD or pulling out the viewfinder
- The IEEE 1394 (FireWire) connections provides fast, loss-less digital transfer to a computer, or dubbing from or to another DV unit
- A built-in analog-to-digital converter that converts the analog audio-video signal to a digital signal, and can be recorded to a DV tape
- Remote control features include playback with special effects, zoom, slow motion, and audio dubbing-insert editing
MiniDV Format
MiniDV is the preferred format for personal and broadcast-quality video, highly regarded for its high audio and image quality. With up to 520 lines of horizontal resolution and minimum color noise, MiniDV delivers a 20 percent clearer picture than analog camcorder formats. This is all delivered on a cassette that's 1/12th the size of a standard VHS tape. A MiniDV tape offers digital recording time of 2 full hours--20 times the capacity of a CD. Contents
This package includes the GR-D70 camcorder, AC adapter (AP-V13U), battery pack (BN-V408U), shoulder strap, AV cable (mini-3 RCA), USB cable, wireless remote control (RM-V718U), lens cap, and CD-ROM with Presto! ImageFolio and Presto! Mr. Photo 3 software.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 10 more reviews...
 Cheap camera, but not good for long term. Save your money for a better one November 28, 2007
I got mine on sale for really cheap a few years ago, about $250. At the time, it was a steal for a mini dv camera. After about a year, it had a problem loading/ejecting the tape. Then it completely stopped working. It is frustrating to buy something that breaks. Also, it was terrible in low lighting situations. I would recommend saving your money for a better camera. In other words, the cost vs quality isn't worth it in the end.
Low quality, short lifespan April 28, 2006
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Low light image is sub standard, but what can you expect for the price. Sadly the CCD blew up 30 days after 1 year warranty expired. It will be cheaper to replace than fix.
I'm not buying another JVC to be sure!
 JVC = Garbage April 14, 2006
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
Don't waste your time on this junk. Mine blew up just out of warranty with a tape loading problem. Repairing is almost as expensive as purchasing a new model.
I've checked other JVC problems on the net; broken CCDs, reset problems, etc. Stay away from JVC; I wish I did.
By the way, JVC is terrible in low light compared to my 10 year old Sony 8mm.
Good Camcorder until "condensation" problem February 27, 2006
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I have had this camera for about 2 years. Worked great until about 6 months ago. When i would turn the camera on I would get a message that said "STOP CONDENSATION" it would last for a little while then the camera would work OK. As time went on, the message appeared more often and lasted longer. Now, it's hard to even use the camera, it works 1 out of every 25 times i turn it on. JVC won't respond to e-mail's and i have done everything to fix it that i have read on the internet. I cannot take it to a service center because they want $100 to just look at it and i think I can get a brand new one that hopefully will work for about $200. But you better believe it won't be a JVC.
JVC products have serious CCD sensor flaw October 18, 2005
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I owned a JVC GR-D33US camcorder for a little over a year and the CCD sensor just went out on it and it gives a "lens cap" error message even with lens cap OFF. Not a good product if it only lasts for a little over a year!
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