JVC Everio GZ-HD300 HD HDD Digital Camcorder

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★★★★☆
4.0

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Pros

  • Comfortable to operate (7)
  • Great picture quality (5)
  • Simple controls (5)
  • Great features (4)
  • Great sound quality (3)
  • Versatile (2)
  • Outdoors (1)
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Cons

  • Complicated to operate (1)
  • Grainy indoor use (1)
  • Low-quality recordings (1)
  • Poor battery life (1)
  • Poor instructions / manual (1)
  • Poor low light vids (1)
  • Poor sound quality (1)
  • Software (1)

Best Uses

  • Travel (5)
  • Home movies (4)
  • Hd shooting (3)
  • Movies/short films (2)
  • Outdoor videos (1)
  • Outdoors (1)
 
 
 

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World's Smallest and Slimmest Design
It took JVC to make an HD camcorder so small and light. 30% smaller compared to the previous year's, these models are the world's smallest and thinnest HD camcorders with built-in HDD, making them easier to carry and enjoy than ever before.

New Laser Touch Operation
An evolved version of our previous Laser Touch Operation, this system now allows Zooming and Recording using either the Laser Touch or standard zoom lever and REC button. Of course, browsing through indexes and menu selections is easy as ever.

Digest Playback
This function automatically selects highlight scenes from among the recorded content using our proprietary algorithm and plays back what looks like a "coming attractions" trailer for a movie. 60 minutes of footage is condensed into 5 minutes of highlight scene.

1920x1080/60P Output (HD Upconvert)
Using the same technology as GENESSA HD displays, this function outputs a 1080 scanning line image at progressive 60fps so you can enjoy uncompromising picture quality on a TV that accepts 1080P input.
*TV must be compatible with output formats.

Remote Control
Provided remote control to operate Everio from a distance for playback, DVD burning, etc. just like a DVD deck.

One Touch Upload to YouTube™
You can easily upload your videos to YouTube™ and share them with the world. Everio makes uploading a breeze. Share your memories with family or friends living far away.
* Installation of bundled software required.

One Touch Pre-upload recording for YouTube™
When the UPLOAD button is pressed before recording, this automatically limits recordings to 10 minutes in length to keep them within the YouTube™ file size limit. Smart and convenient.

One Touch Export
Wouldn't you like to carry special moments with you all the time, on your iPod®? With Everio, that's simple. The videos and photos you've taken can easily be added to your iTunes® library. Then sync your iPod®/iPhone® and carry!
* Installation of bundled software required.

One Touch DVD Creation
With Everio, archiving your videos onto disc is also a one-touch operation. Use the PC or optional SHARE STATION DVD Burner, and you can burn DVDs from Everio's recordings. With an HD Everio model, you can even archive your Full HD video files on DVD discs (AVCHD DVD) and Blu-ray discs.
*Installation of bundled software required.

Direct HD Playback
With the CU-VD50 SHARE STATION, playback of created AVCHD DVDs is also possible. You can enjoy powerful Full HD video on HDTV. No PC required.

Your Choice of Storage Media | World’s First Dual SD Card Slots
Memory-type Everio features dual slots for SD/SDHC Card. Readily available and cost-efficient, you can insert two 32GB for up to 80 hours of recording with a minimal investment.

Easy File Management
Everio MediaBrowser has a calendar type graphical interface that displays thumbnail images of your recorded videos and stills, superimposed on the date they were taken. So it's clear to see exactly when you took what scene. You can easily switch between "Daily" and "Show all" displays. And with built-in filter functions, you can instantly narrow down your selection to just videos, just stills, and so on.

Easy Playback
Data files residing on your Everio can be played back on your PC. Just double-click on the scene you want to view, and playback starts. Full-screen viewing is also possible.

Simple Editing
Simple cut edits are possible while viewing the playback image. Just push the Movie Edit button and select "from here to there" using the scroll bars to easily cut out unnecessary scenes.

Easy "Share and Carry" Operation
Exporing to iTunes, uploading to YouTube™, and burning to DVD disc... all of these "Share and carry" operations are simplified to the extreme. Just press the exclusive function button, select the file you want to use, and follow a few simple steps shown on the computer screen. You're done before you know it.

Decomotion Setting
A fun-filled extra for YouTube™ uploading. This function lets you add eyecatching moving frames to the videos you upload. Now you can show off your memories with an added touch of originality.

Advantages

  • KONICA MINOLTA HD LENS (F1.9, Filter diameter: 30.5mm)

  • 60GB Internal Hard Disk Drive

  • 50 hours recording at the highest quality (EP Mode)

  • Full HD1920 x 1080P Recording

  • 1/4.1" 3.05Megapixel CMOS

  • 24Mbps Ultra High Quality AVCHD Recording

  • Up to 1920 x 1080 Digital Stills

  • Up to 9999 digital stills at the highest quality


  • Easy Operation & Convenience
  • New Laser Touch Operation

  • Face Detection

  • HDMI V.1.3 with x.v.Color

  • 2.7" 123K-pixel Color LCDData Battery

  • Power-Linked operation with Quick Restart

  • Convenient 2-way Strap

  • Auto Power ON/OFF & Auto Lens Cover

  • Remote Control


  • Easy Archiving & Sharing
  • One Touch Export (Windows)

  • One-touch Upload to YouTube (Windows)

  • One-Touch Backup to PC (Direct Backup)

  • One-Touch DVD Creation (Direct DVD)

  • Pixela Everio MediaBrowser (Windows)

  • Specification Description
    Model 2381889, GZ-HD300BUS, GZHD300BU, GZHD300BUS
    UPC 046838037870
    Analog Audio / Video (Mini) Yes
    Built-in Memory 60GB
    Camcorder Type Digital Camcorder
    Card Slot SDHC
    Card Slot Secure Digital
    Component Video Yes
    Definition High Definition
    Depth (Inches) 4.5
    Digital Zoom 200
    Digital Zoom 200x
    Exposure Modes Night
    Exposure Modes Portrait
    Exposure Modes Snow
    Exposure Modes Sports
    Exposure Modes SpotLight
    Exposure Modes Twilight
    Filter/Wide Angle Capability 30.5mm
    Hard Disk Drive 60GB
    HDMI Mini Yes
    Height (Inches) 2.7
    Image Format JPEG
    LCD Display Size (Inches) 2.7
    Light Built-in
    Optical Zoom 20
    Optical Zoom 20x
    Recordable Media Type Built-in Hard Disk Drive
    Recordable Media Type SDHC
    Recordable Media Type Secure Digital
    Recording Format SD Secure Digital Memory Card
    Recording Media Hard Drive
    Remote Control Included
    Resolution 1920 x 1080
    Resolution High Definition
    Screen Size 2.7"
    Select Format Internal Hard Drive HDD
    Still Image Capability Stores still images on memory card
    USB Port Mini-B
    Video Compatibility NTSC
    Weight (Pounds) 0.82
    Width (Inches) 2.1

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    Product Reviews

    Last update: Oct 21, 2009

    JVC Everio GZ-HD300 HD HDD Digital Camcorder Reviews

     
     
     

    Most helpful positive review

    [5 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

    Most helpful negative review

     
    ★★★★★
    5.0
    Everio delivered well

    "I bought the 80GB today. I am a producer of news shows and have been a disciple of Canon GL-2s to do my work. For home stuff, I used a dinky Panasonic mini-DV I bought 3 years ago. Sadly, the Panasonic isn't holding up, so I had to buy something new. I got the JVC Everio GZ-HD30u today and put it to use immediately when my daughter said her first meaningful words today. I captured the moment and didn't even ha..." Read Full Review »

    Apr 15, 2009 by Boondoggle129

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    ★★★☆☆
    3.0
    OK HD camera

    "[...]Very small & light, easy to carry around. Videos looks amazing outdoors, just what I was expecting from an HD camcorder. However, indoor video quality was poor, very grainy in low light situations. Camera feature on this camcorder is not good, still picture wasn't clear. Waste of time putting that feature onto this camcorder...." Read Full Review »

    Sep 21, 2009 by T the novice user

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    JVC Everio GZ-HD300 HD HDD Digital Camcorder Review

    Everio delivered well

    ★★★★★
    5.0

    "I bought the 80GB today.



    I am a producer of news shows and have been a disciple of Canon GL-2s to do my work. For home stuff, I used a dinky Panasonic mini-DV I bought 3 years ago. Sadly, the Panasonic isn't holding up, so I had to buy something new.



    I got the JVC Everio GZ-HD30u today and put it …"  Read Full Review »

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    Apr 15 2009
    Boondoggle129
    New York, NY
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    Price: $549.99
     
     

    JVC Everio GZ-HD300 HD HDD Digital Camcorder Review

    OK HD camera

    ★★★☆☆
    3.0

      Pros

    • Comfortable to Operate
    • Outdoor use
    • Simple Controls

      Cons

    • Poor Battery Life
    • Poor low light vids
    • Software

      Best Uses

    • Outdoor videos
    • Travel
     

    "[...]Very small & light, easy to carry around. Videos looks amazing outdoors, just what I was expecting from an HD camcorder. However, indoor video quality was poor, very grainy in low light situations. Camera feature on this camcorder is not good, still picture wasn't clear. Waste of time putting t …"  Read Full Review »

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Sep 21 2009
    T the novice user
    San Jose, CA
    I am:
    • Casual User
    Reviewed at:
    Price: $469.95
     
     

    JVC Everio GZ-HD300 HD HDD Digital Camcorder Review

    Great quality camera poor instructions

    ★★★★☆
    4.0

      Pros

    • Comfortable to Operate
    • Great Features
    • Great Picture Quality
    • Great Sound

      Cons

    • Poor manual

      Best Uses

    • HD Shooting
    • Movies/Short Films
     

    "The camera has many great features. It is a bit difficult to transfer to computer and upload. The prompt to download ITunes is not necessary. The online and paper instructions are not adequate nor user friendly "

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Oct 21 2009
    Football Team Mom
    Greenville, SC
    I am:
    • Casual User
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    Price: $469.95
     
     

    JVC Everio GZ-HD300 HD HDD Digital Camcorder Review

    JVC GZ-HD300 Review

    ★★★☆☆
    3.0

      Pros

    • Comfortable to Operate

      Cons

    • Complicated To Operate
    • Grainy indoor use
    • Low-Quality Recordings

      Best Uses

    • Outdoor
     

    "Very grainy indoor video recording at low light even though camcorder is set to record at highest resolution. Video quality is excellent when recording outdoor with decent lighting. This camcorder is excellent for only outdoor use only. Laser touch is not the most intuitive and user friendly. Ho …"  Read Full Review »

    Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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    Jul 12 2009
    A/V Man
    Los Angeles, CA
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    • Casual User
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    JVC Everio GZ-HD300 HD HDD Digital Camcorder Review

    good HD quality

    ★★★★☆
    4.0

      Pros

    • Comfortable to Operate
    • Great Picture Quality
    • Great Sound
    • Simple Controls
    • Versatile

      Cons

    • None

      Best Uses

    • Home Movies
    • Travel
     

    "Easy transfer and upload of videos to computer or HD TV. Editing is not recommened unless you purchase editing software. Indoor video recording is substandard. Outdoor recording in UXP mode results in fantastic playback viewing results! Great for casual outdoor use for home or travel. "

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Sep 6 2009
    WS
    Canada
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    • Casual User
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    Price: $469.95
     
     
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