JVC GR D750 Mini DV Camcorder

Description: The JVC GR D750 is a MiniDV-based, home-movie camcorder.Compared to other home-movie camcorders on the market, it is relatively inexpensive at around $495.

Pros: Has a 34x optical zoom, which is more powerful than some similarly priced camcorders.Provides manual focus adjustment, whereas many camcorders have only auto-focus.In addition, frequent travelers will appreciate how relatively little it weighs, only 14.5 ounces.

Cons: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: Made for capturing important family events.This camera's built-in light will facilitate shooting in dim environments.

Value: Overall, this camcorder's features are as expected for this price.

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• Manufacturer: JVC
• Part Number: GRD750US

• General

• Product Type Camcorder
• Digital Zoom 800 x
• Optical Sensor Size 1/6"
• Optical Sensor Type CCD
• Min Illumination 1 lux
• Analog Video Format NTSC
• Image Stabilizer Electronic
• White Balance Custom, Presets, Automatic
• Exposure Modes Program, Automatic
• Webcam Capability Yes
• Widescreen Video Capture Yes

• Main Features

• Color Support Color
• TV Tuner None

• Memory / Storage

• Floppy Drive None
• Media Type Mini DV
• Recording Speed LP, SP

• Lens System

• Type Zoom lens - 2.3 mm - 78.2 mm - F/2.0-4.8
• Focal Length 2.3 mm - 78.2 mm
• Lens Aperture F/2.0-4.8
• Optical Zoom 34 x
• Lens system type Zoom lens
• Min focal length 2.3 mm
• Max focal length 78.2 mm
• Auto Focus TTL contrast detection
• Filter Size 27 mm
• Focus Adjustment Manual, Automatic
• Zoom Adjustment Motorized drive

• Additional Features

• DV input Yes
• Low Lux / Night Mode Yes
• Built-in Light Yes
• Time Code Yes

• Viewfinder

• Viewfinder Type LCD
• Viewfinder Diagonal Size 0.33 in
• Viewfinder Resolution 113,000 pixels

• Display

• Type LCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.7 in - Color

• Digital Player (Recorder)

• Type None

• Microphone

• Type Microphone - Built-in

• Connections

• Connector Type 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK), 1 x Composite video/audio output, 1 x S-Video output

• Audio Input

• Audio input type Microphone
• Microphone type Built-in
• Microphone Operation Mode Stereo

• Miscellaneous

• Carrying Case None
• Cables Included A/V cable

• Power

• Power Device Power adapter - External

• Battery

• Supported Battery JVC BN-VF808
• Supported Battery 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )

• Viewfinder / Display

• Display Form Factor Rotating
• Display Format 112,000 pixels
• Viewfinder Color Support Color

• Environmental Parameters

• Min Operating Temperature 32 °F
• Max Operating Temperature 104 °F

• Physical Characteristics

• Width 2.4 in
• Depth 4.5 in
• Height 3.7 in
• Weight 14.5 oz

JVC

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.jvc.com/
• Address: 1700 Valley Road, , .
• Phone: 800-526-5308