Digital Video Camera & Camcorder Review

LAS VEGAS, January 5, 2006 – 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 built-in tele-conversion lens. 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.

Gizmodo reports JVC Mini DV Camcorders “… sometimes you have to get back to basics. Like JVCs line of five MiniDV camcorders, all of them are a bit easier to use, with an Auto button that switches you between manual and automatic operation. All five also have a new on-screen menu system that sorts menu layers by category. Four of these models come with a 680K-pixel CCD, and the GR-D650 has 1.33 megapixels with a built-in 1.3X tele-conversion lens along with JVC’s Low Light Plus technology which combines an F1.2 lens with 3D noise reduction that the company claims reduces visible video noise by approximately 30 percent. Prices range from $300 to $450.”

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