JVC GZ-HD40 Everio High Definition Camcorder

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  • Comfortable to operate (3)
  • Great picture quality (3)
  • Great sound quality (2)
  • Simple controls (2)
  • Versatile (2)
  • Durable (1)
  • Great features (1)
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  • Hd shooting (3)
  • Movies/short films (3)
  • Home movies (2)
  • Travel (2)
  • Documentaries (1)
  • Editing (1)
 
 
 

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The JVC Everio GZ-HD40 is the world's first AVCHD / MPEG-2 dual-format camcorder allowing access to the superior long time compression afforded by AVCHD, as well as MPEG-2's superior editing and post-production environment. JVC provided the GZ-HD40 with a 120GB hard disk drive for up to 50 hours of AVCHD full HD video recording, and a docking station with the requirements of the consumer or high-end enthusiast in mind.

The JVC GZ-HD40 performance highlights include 1920x1080/60P output, new CMOS chips with Interpolation Technology information beyond the 1920x1080 full HD imaging, 17Mbps high bit rate recording in the XP mode, and HD Gigabrid Duo Engine hybrid image processing chip that includes 7 noise reduction technologies. It also offers full HD 1920x1080 recording in the FHD mode, and up to 50 hours of full HD recording and 5 recording modes including capturing digital still images.

This ultra-compact and lightweight HD camcorder also has advanced operations, including hybrid storage with microSD Card (not included) AVCHD & MPEG-2 Dual format capability, a variety of shooting assist functions and a wide range of manual controls. It has power-linked operation that automatically turns on the camera when you open the LCD so you can shoot right away, and turns off the camera when you close the LCD so you won't waste power. The HD Best Shot Function lets you take high resolution "snapshots" directly from your recorded HD footage, and print them just like you would from a digital still camera. It is equipped with an accessory shoe and mic input and a data battery that allows you to check the remaining battery power and remaining recording time in minutes at the touch of a button, even while the camcorder's power is off.

Specification Description
Model GZ-HD40, GZHD40, JVCGZHD40
UPC 046838035654
color null
Select Format Internal Hard Drive HDD
size null
sku 147898
skuprice 1099.9900
style JVCGZHD40
taxable Y

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Last update: Aug 10, 2009

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JVC GZ-HD40 Everio High Definition Camcorder Review

Exceeded Expectations

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

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

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • HD Shooting
  • Movies/Short Films
  • Travel
 

"The camera was very easy to use and worked immediately with iMovie '08. I was worried I'd have to upgrade my editing software, but I shot some video in AVCHD format, opened the program, plugged in the camera and all of my clips appeared immediately. Going from Mini DV to HD is a no-brainer. I ren …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 20 2008
Ken
Chicago, IL
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  • Semi-pro Videographer
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[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

JVC GZ-HD40 Everio High Definition Camcorder Review

I picked it for a reason

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable to Operate
  • Great Picture Quality
  • Great Sound

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Editing
  • HD Shooting
  • Home Movies
  • Movies/Short Films
 

"I picked this camera for a reason, or maybe reasonS.

1.) 120 gb hd (love it)

2.) mic imput (1/8")

3.) ITS HIGH DEFINITION! FULLY WITH MPEG2 CODECS

4.) JVC has good picture quality

5.) It was in my price range



I like this camera overall, the only 2 problems i have had with it so far is

1.) …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jun 25 2009
bdog
Bemidji, MN
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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

JVC GZ-HD40 Everio High Definition Camcorder Review

Good Camcorder!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable to Operate
  • Durable
  • Great Picture Quality
  • Great Sound
  • Simple Controls
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Documentaries
  • HD Shooting
  • Home Movies
  • Movies/Short Films
  • Travel
 

"I record my son's slice of life. He is 14 months old now. It is funny. It seems it doesn't work well in samll house because of short distance. But it is works well while it works with a pearstone 43mm 0.7X conversion lens.

I like it! "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Aug 10 2009
kuailezheng
Beijing,China
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