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JVC GR-D395

JVC GR-D395 Mini DV Camcorder

Panasonic HDC-SD5

Panasonic HDC-SD5 Flash Media Camcorder

$345.93  |  1 store
$1,257.39  |  1 store
Product Description
Use the JVC GR-D395 High-Band Digital Video Camera to capture and preserve those perfect moments. The 1/6" 680k Pixel CCD captures vivid, gorgeous photos, and the 32x Optical Zoom &... More
Use the JVC GR-D395 High-Band Digital Video Camera to capture and preserve those perfect moments. The 1/6" 680k Pixel CCD captures vivid, gorgeous photos, and the 32x Optical Zoom & 800x Digital Hyper Zoom make sure you get every detail. Enjoy 16:9 video whether you preview on the 2.5" LCD Monitor or after transferring to PC, through the FireWire or SD card. Multiple photo modes make it possible to get the best shot or shots in a variety of situations. Less
The high definition Panasonic HDC-SD5 camcorder provides breathtakingly detailed video and comes fitted with a world-class Leica Dicomar lens made specifically for high definition capture.... More
The high definition Panasonic HDC-SD5 camcorder provides breathtakingly detailed video and comes fitted with a world-class Leica Dicomar lens made specifically for high definition capture. The superior craftsmanship of Leica's advanced lens system captures stunning images and colors that look magnificent in HD. Combined with Panasonic's advanced 3CCD system, which uses three separate sensors to capture and process light, the HDC-SD5 can bring all of your memories to life on your HDTV screen. Less
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Key Features   
Recording System   - NTSC
Camcorder Type   Digital -
Recording Media   Mini DV Flash Media
Optical Zoom   32x 10x
Weight 0.88 lb. 0.75 lb.
CCD   
Sensor Size 1/6" 1/6"
Number of Pixels   680K pixels 520K pixels
Sensor Quantity   1 3
LCD / Viewfinder   
LCD Screen Size   2.5 in. 2.7 in.
Color Viewfinder   With Color Viewfinder -
Display Type   With LCD Screen With LCD Screen
Lens   
Optical Zoom   32x 10x
Focal Length 2.3 - 73.6 mm 3 - 30 mm
Attachment / Filter Size 27 mm 37 mm
Digital Zoom   800x 700x
Video Modes   
Recording Speeds   SP -
Low Lux   - 5 Lux
Image Stabilizer   - Optical Image Stabilizer
Night Shot   With Night Shot -
Audio   
Audio Format   - AC-3 (2 Channels)
Memory Photography   
Digital Still Shot Mode   With Still Shot Capability With Still Shot Capability
Memory Still Resolution 0.31 Megapixels 2.07 Megapixels
Memory Card Support   SD Card • Multimedia Card (MMC) SD Card • SDHC Card
Max Still Image Size   640 x 480 1920 x 1080
MPEG Movie Mode   - With MPEG Movie Mode
Interfaces   
Microphone Type - Internal
Output Interfaces Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / i.Link • USB Component • USB 2.0 • HDMI
Input Interfaces FireWire / DV / iLink -
Power Supply   
Battery Type   Proprietary Lithium Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
Battery Life   Up to 1.5 Hours -
Dimensions   
Weight 0.88 lb. 0.75 lb.
Depth 4.5 in. 5.31 in.
Height 3.75 in. 2.64 in.
Width 2.38 in. 2.56 in.
Warranty   
Warranty 1 Year -
Miscellaneous   
Family Line JVC GR Panasonic HDC
UPC 046838023521 37988831883
Product ID 29157691 44460094
Release Date 25 February, 2006 September, 2007
Included Accessories Remote Control -
Product MPN   
MPN GR-D395US HDCSD5
 
Consumer Reviews
JVC GR-D395
JVC GR-D395 Mini DV Camcorder
$345.93
Panasonic HDC-SD5
Panasonic HDC-SD5 Flash Media Camcorder
$1,257.39

Consumer Reviews

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GR-D395 the Noisy cam!

bydjcaseanova Mar 24, 2006
5 Helpfuls 6 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Small and lightweight focus/zoom features lighting options REMOTE!!
Cons This is the only CON, it's extremely loud!
Recommended it? Yes

Just purchased this camcorder 3/22/06 and finally fired it up last night. The cam is great in size and weight, very form fitting for the hands, but takes a while to get used to. Both record mode and play mode have their own sets of menu options which makes it confusing (at least it did for me)... Read full review »

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Product Review Summary

4.0
Based on 5 user reviews
60% recommend this product
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  • Good Value (1)
Cons
  • Overpriced (1)
Good For
  • Travel (1)

Consumer Reviews

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Panasonic HDC-SD5

bybobdonadio Jun 29, 2008
6 Helpfuls 7 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Spectacular Images, easy use and carry great colour saturation, easy to store and copy.
Cons No viewfinder, monitor hard to see in sunlight, low light deficiency, no ear plug...
Recommended it? Yes

If you want the best 1080P Media card, low priced, 3 ccd camcorder that outperforms Sony, JVC, Hitachi, Cannon in images, then look no further , except in low light. I've used it for 6 months and easily transfer to blue-ray DVD with the provided software. I have a Panasonic HVX 200, and like the... Read full review »

1

Good camera worth the money (almost)

byjfreelan1964 Feb 6, 2008
6 Helpfuls 7 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros small lightweight easy to use.
Cons battery & memory location, video artifacts, short battery time
Recommended it? Yes

This is the first camcorder I have bought since I first bought my monster shoulder carry VHS camcorder (Panasonic).
totally solid state camcorder. I have not had any problem with this camcorder or its media transfering files to the computer or saving to the bundled DVD writer. I don't like the... Read full review »

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