JVC GR-DA30US MiniDV Camcorder with 30x Optical Zoom

JVC GR-DA30US MiniDV Camcorder with 30x Optical Zoom
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Manufacturer: JVC
Average Customer Rating: Average rating of 4.0/5Average rating of 4.0/5Average rating of 4.0/5Average rating of 4.0/5Average rating of 4.0/5




Batteries Included: 0
Binding: Electronics
Brand: JVC
Department: Cameras & Camcorders
Display Size: 2.4
EAN: 0683728152482
Feature: High picture quality with 680,000-pixel CCD super High band processor for 520 lines of horizontal resolution
Floppy Disk Drive Description: None
Format: CD
Is Autographed: 0
Is Memorabilia: 0
Label: JVC
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
Manufacturer: JVC
Maximum Focal Length: 69
Minimum Focal Length: 2.3
Model: DA30US
Optical Zoom: 30
Publisher: JVC
Studio: JVC

Features
  • High picture quality with 680,000-pixel CCD super High band processor for 520 lines of horizontal resolution
  • View videos with a high resolution 2.5-inch amorphous silicon LCD color monitor
  • Features a digital picture stabilizer and long time recording capability
  • Always ready to record with the user-friendly Power-Linked Operation
  • Includes Night Alive for improved low-light recording


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    Editorial Reviews: Movie stars aplenty. Biographies have evolved from birth through adolescence. All to be viewed on a screen. That's the camcorder generation. Capture your memories on the road or at home with the JVC GR-DA30 US Mini DV Camcorder. Seeking a camcorder? Seek no more! 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-DA30US boasts a 680,000-Pixel CCD Super High Band Processor for 520 lines of horizontal resolution. 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. Got a widescreen HDTV? The Wide (16:9) Mode allows you to shoot high-quality 16:9 aspect ratio video. This widescreen format is typically found in today's flat panel displays. View Standard Definition videos that fill those widescreens. Enjoy the JVC GR-DA30 MiniDV Digital Camcorder. 700X Digital Hyper Zoom with Spline Interpolation 16x9 Squeeze Mode PCM Digital Stereo Audio Iris Lock Wide Mode Manual focus, Exposure, and White Balance modes Black Fader Digital Wipes and Fades High Density Image Recording, Mini DV NTSC (SD specifications) BN-V408U 800 mAh Lithium-ion, High Capacity, rechargeable battery pack Built-in AC Power Adapter/battery charger i.Link Digital Input/Output (IEEE 1394 compliant DV in/out S-Video Output Shoulder strap, AC Adapter and AV output cables 1-year parts, 90 days labor warranty 1.15 LBS. (.52KG); 3.7 INCHES (94MM) x 2.7 INCHES (68.5MM) x 5.63 INCHES (143MM)


    Spotlight customer reviews:
    Customer Rating: Average rating of 5/5Average rating of 5/5Average rating of 5/5Average rating of 5/5Average rating of 5/5
    Summary: JVC quality. Economic and with enough features
    Comment: I bought this camcorder at newegg (for 109 refurbished, really cheap right? haha) Well, this little camcorder is small and light. A few years ago one this small was several hundred dollars. This one fits in the palm of your hand, and the quality of video is great. You can learn how to use the manual settings and make the video look professional or just use the "Auto" and let it do everything for you, except the zooming. It will adjust automatically anyway to a decent setting. There's other settings that I haven't used such as macro (for closeups), 600X zoom (I only use the 30x optical zoom). The focus is automatic, or you can manually adjust it.
    Great camera with several functions if you have time to learn them.
    I like the lcd screen in the back of the camera, since the ones with the "flying wing" screens look so common anyway.
    Oh, and so far the battery has never run out on me, and I shoot an entire 60m tape.
    The picture looks good in my hd tv.
    I am pleased with this camera. I read someone saying that this camera looks "cheap", not at all, it has a nice chrome and metallic finish.

    Customer Rating: Average rating of 4/5Average rating of 4/5Average rating of 4/5Average rating of 4/5Average rating of 4/5
    Summary: JVC miniDV camcorder
    Comment: I bought this refurbished camcorder only to play back older miniDV tapes of our children, so I cannot comment on the recording video quality. The playback is fine on this machine and I hope to copy all the miniDV tapes to our computer soon with it. I bought it solely because one cannot buy just a miniDV player at this price point.

    Customer Rating: Average rating of 3/5Average rating of 3/5Average rating of 3/5Average rating of 3/5Average rating of 3/5
    Summary: Handy and easy to use... but...
    Comment: Although lightweight and handy this camera isn't that good... No night vision or light, very sensitive to humidity and won't turn on... zoom isn't that great... I would recommend to spend a little more on something better...

    Customer Rating: Average rating of 4/5Average rating of 4/5Average rating of 4/5Average rating of 4/5Average rating of 4/5
    Summary: Great Product
    Comment: I love the product. The picture quality is second to none. I love that the camera is compact and that I can point and shoot. I also like the fact that if I am holding the camera and videoing, the picture is really steady. The only thing I would like to see if the ability to plug into my computer and download.

    Customer Rating: Average rating of 3/5Average rating of 3/5Average rating of 3/5Average rating of 3/5Average rating of 3/5
    Summary: You get what you pay for
    Comment: Very nice product indeed, no complaints at all except for some "minor details" i'm about to point. First, video quality is average, don't even think to ask for HD-like video because it ain't happening, but it's okay, if i wanted an HD camcorder i would've bought one. Second, there is no hot-shoe to attach lightning devices on it, it's amazing the lack of such essential issue in a camera that has no lights!!!, so in my particular case i had to buy an adapter which attaches on the tripod mount. Terrible design flaw there, what where JVC's engineers thinking of????. Third, ah my dear JVC friends, a Firewire cable would be a VERY NICE touch from you, and the cost of such device is ridiculous so you can't argue "cost reductions for competitive sell prices"... but nope, no Firewire cable included.
    Despite all of the above i'm quite satisfied with the product.
    And last but no least, Amazon's service: Flawless, as usual. I appreciate that.