JVC launches 5 Everio HDD camcorders and PC-less DVD writer
By Thomas Ricker 
posted Jan 22nd 2007 8:40AM
posted Jan 22nd 2007 8:40AM
We first caught wind of JVC's new line-up of Everios at CES. However, in the product onslaught to come, we somehow overlooked their new line-up of hard disk drive-based video cameras and accessories hitting Japan in February and destined for the US shores and beyond. So taking a step back, we bring you five new Everios: the GZ-MG575 (pictured) , GZ-MG555, GZ-MG275, GZ-MG255, and GZ-MG155. All five models pack a single CCD as opposed to the trio of sensors found in their MG505 and GZ-HD7 hi-def cam. That cut in quality comes at a discounted price though. The 40GB MG575 (¥140,000 / $1,155) and 30GB MG555 (¥130,000 / $1,072) both feature a 5.37 megapixel CCD (for 4 megapixel videos or 5 megapixel stills), 10x optical zoom lens, 2.7-inch LCD, and built-in LED light. The 40GB MG275 (¥120,000 / $990) and 30GB MG255 (¥110,000 / $907) take things down a notch with a 2.18 megapixel CCD (for 1.23 megapixel videos or 2 megapixel stills) and 10x optical zoom. Bringing up the rear is the 30GB MG155 which costs ¥90,000 (about $742) and touts a wee 1.07 megapixel CCD and monster 32x optical zoom. All models bring SD card support and a direct-to-DVD button for PC-less writing to DVDs when connected over USB to the optional ¥25,000 (about $206) CU-VD20 DVD accessory. Check the pink MG155 and a not-to-scale CU-VD20 after the break.
[Via Impress]
Read -- GZ-MG575/MG555
Read -- GZ-MG275/MG255/MG155
Read -- CU-VD20
The real question is, do they write avi files?
Who's Victor?
JVC means Japan Victor Company. In Japan, it known as Victor rather than JVC. All JVC product in Japan usually put VICTOR in all its products. Somehow, Victor is a name of a DOG. It has story behind it. :)
Ok i just return the $800 2MP 30GB HDD last year model to best buy. I generally liked the camera except the night mode SUCKED. in night mode the $800 camera turns into a $10 dollar webcam. It refused to focused and recorded at a lower frame rate (below 30).
Other than the night vision/mode the camera worked well and recorded good quality video. i have video posted on Myspace if you are interested of the quality.
http://www.myspace.com/alexander009
whats the deal with high def camcorders...this jvc seems the best, its got 40g HD...anyone compare to one they own?