JVC GR-D370
JVC GR-D370 Press Release Details
A new five-model JVC MiniDV camcorder line made its debut today, offering advancements in performance and handling.
The new line is distinguished by several new features, including selected models with a 32X optical zoom, 16:9 modes and a 1.3X tele-conversion mode. JVC’s new MiniDV camcorders are easier to use than ever thanks to a new Auto button – just press the button to switch between manual and automatic operation. And all models feature a new on-screen menu system that sorts menu layers by category, making operation easier.
Also offered are already-popular JVC features, such as a data battery that displays time remaining with and without LCD use; live slow, which records in slow motion while retaining real-time audio; JVC’s Auto Illumi-Light for illuminating dark scenes; Power-Linked operation that turns on the power and puts the camcorder in standby mode simply by opening the LCD; and the company’s Clear LCD Monitor that delivers a bright, clear image by reducing reflection and glares, even in bright sunlight.
For 2006, JVC offers four models with a 680K-pixel CCD. In addition, there is a 1.33-megapixel model, the GR-D650, that features a built-in 1.3X tele-conversion lens and JVC’s Low Light Plus – combining an F1.2 lens with the company’s 3D noise reduction that reduces visible video noise by approximately 30 percent and delivers superior low light performance.
JVC GR-D370 Features:
* 32x optical /800X digital hyper zoom
* 1/6-inch 680,000 pixel CCD
* 2.5-inch LCD color monitor
* Super High-Band Processor with 520 lines of resolution
* NightAlive (for low-light shooting)
* 90-minute Data Battery
* Color viewfinder
* Web-camera function (via IEEE 1394)
* DV input/output
* Wide (16:9) Mode
* Power-Linked Operation
* Multi-language on-screen (4 Languages)
* Auto button
* Live Slow
* High Quality Wide (16:9) Mode
* Auto Illumi-Light
* Digital still capture
* SD/MMC card slot
* Multi-language on-screen (7 Languages)
JVC GR-D370 Reviews
CNET has a review up of the JVC GR-D370 and writes, Details are softened to something approaching fuzzy oblivion. Videos shot outdoors are washed out, while indoor videos suffer from noisy, blocky blotches. At less than $400, the JVC GR-D370US faces a variety of competition from budget camcorders such as the Sony Handycam DCR-HC26 and the Canon ZR600. We’d like to say it that rises above the fray to make it the value proposition it’s supposed to be, but unfortunately, there’s just not enough here to recommend it over other camcorders in its class. … Despite its relatively low price and big optical zoom range, the JVC GR-D370 does little else to distinguish itself in budget class.” Link. Check price and availability at Amazon.com.
