JVC launches 5 Everio HDD camcorders and PC-less DVD writer
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
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Jonathan Keim @ Jan 22nd 2007 9:14AM
The real question is, do they write avi files?
Dae @ Jan 22nd 2007 10:35AM
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
inrnetfreek @ Jan 22nd 2007 11:39PM
whats the deal with high def camcorders...this jvc seems the best, its got 40g HD...anyone compare to one they own?
Huin @ Jan 31st 2007 7:51AM
Who's Victor?
jaja @ Jan 16th 2008 6:27AM
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. :)