JVC GR-DA30 Mini DV Camcorder

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★★★★☆
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Pros

  • Simple controls (6)
  • Comfortable to operate (5)
  • Great features (4)
  • Great picture quality (4)
  • Versatile (4)
  • Durable (3)
  • Great sound quality (2)
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Cons

  • Complicated to operate (1)
  • Short battery life (1)
  • Video screen mobility (1)

Best Uses

  • Travel (3)
  • Family (2)
  • Hd shooting (2)
  • Home movies (2)
  • Documentaries (1)
  • Editing (1)
  • Movies/short films (1)
  • Play minidv tapes (1)
  • Special events (1)
  • Sports (1)
 
 
 

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Zoom right into the action with this powerful 30x optical zoom. The image is magnified optically to eliminate jagged edges. Images can be further enlarged up to 800x when combined with the digital zoom This new slim and powerful long life data battery allows you to shoot precious moments with peace of mind. By simply touching the DATA button, remaining battery and recording time can be easily viewed, even when the power is turned off. This allows you to check the remaining power for the battery and recording time before shooting, so you can prevent the battery from running out during shooting. 3-Dimensions Noise reduction - 3D NR automatically provides a more accurate noise reduction. This is based on twice the visual information than conventional field-based types. The video noise is reduced by 30% in low light for a 2dB improvement in the signal-to-noise ratio. End result, you get a bright picture with less noise, even in low light Multi-language onscreen - The user can choose the language for menu settings and camera operations, allowing you to operate the camera in your native tongue. Night Alive - Boosts light sensitivity for a bright picture even in environments with minimal illumination*, always giving you full color, without any distance limitations. NightAlive works in both still and video modes. Stick Control on LCD - Conveniently, access a multitude of functions with the 4-way one-finger control on the LCD door. Simply press the four compass points on the circular control to navigate menu items and manual feature settings during recording and playback. 2.4 in. slide LCD Monitor - The vertical sliding LCD can be freely positioned over a wide vertical range so you can view from many different angles.

Specification Description
Model GR-DA30, GR-DA30US, GRDA30, GRDA30US
UPC 046838032004
color null
Definition Standard Definition
Recording Format MiniDV
Select Format DV (Mini DV)
size null
sku 63444
skuprice 229.9900
style JVCGRDA30
taxable Y
Video Compatibility NTSC

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Last update: Nov 11, 2009

JVC GR-DA30 Mini DV Camcorder Reviews

 
 
 

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[9 of 9 customers found this review helpful]

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★★★★☆
4.0
Great camera

"Great camera and easy to use. Started using it right out of the box. Popped at tape in and started. Needs a remote control for playback (minor issue). Would highly recommend it for the consumer...." Read Full Review »

Jun 21, 2008 by Video Doc

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★★★☆☆
3.0
If you are using this ...

"If you are using this just to save memories it is a good deal. I have an older model of this company's camcorders that broke and I was replacing it with this one. I wasn't happy with the manual settings, my older one had more. I also had trouble using this one to transfer the old tapes to PC. The recording quality was good though for what I was using it for...." Read Full Review »

Oct 17, 2009 by Fishing Widow

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JVC GR-DA30 Mini DV Camcorder Review

Great camera

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable to Operate
  • Durable
  • Great Features
  • Great Picture Quality
  • Great Sound
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Family
  • Special Events
  • Sports
  • Travel
 

"Great camera and easy to use. Started using it right out of the box. Popped at tape in and started. Needs a remote control for playback

(minor issue).

Would highly recommend it for the consumer. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jun 21 2008
Video Doc
Pittsburgh, PA
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  • Professional
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JVC GR-DA30 Mini DV Camcorder Review

Great Camera for the Price

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable to Operate
  • Great Features
  • Simple Controls

    Cons

  • Video Screen Mobility

    Best Uses

  • Home Movies
  • Play MiniDV Tapes
 

"I bought this camera so I could play my MiniDV tapes after my old camera went swimming in the Boundary Waters (grrrr). I've used it a couple of times since and love it. You can't beat it for the price.



I like the ease of use, the 30x zoom is great and the controls and menus are easy to use. A …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Oct 12 2009
KCBill
Kansas City
I am:
  • Video Enthusiast
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Price: $149.95
 

JVC GR-DA30 Mini DV Camcorder Review

Amazing price

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Great Picture Quality
  • Simple Controls

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"Good basic Mini Dv camcorder for those who hate the new hard disk drive camcorders.The screen is a little awkward to use but overall good for the rock bottom price paid.

Since I use it only for playback to transfer to DVD it does the job. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Oct 22 2009
Jack
Montreal,Canada
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  • Casual User
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Price: $149.95
 

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

JVC GR-DA30 Mini DV Camcorder Review

first newer camcorder

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable to Operate
  • Simple Controls
  • Versatile

    Cons

  • Poor Battery Life

    Best Uses

  • Family
  • Travel
 

"only thing i didn't get was why the slide viewscreen if it only slides less than 1/2" either way. Picture quality using rca cables out to a 42' Sanyo Vizon LCD tv is not the best but hoping when i pick up a firewire cable it will improve. either way decent unit for under 200 dollars. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Feb 18 2008
jbacon_67
Cameron wisconsin
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  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
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Price: $149.95
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

JVC GR-DA30 Mini DV Camcorder Review

new camcorder

★★★★☆
4.0

"I just brought this camcorder and normally being a bit of a nerd when it comes to electronic gizmos I jump right in operating said item but not this one the menu is not as intuitive as I would have liked but after reading the manual I picked it right up. The placement of the LCD is great but thats a …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Oct 11 2007
jaws3d
Austin
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