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JVC GR-D396

JVC GR-D396 Mini DV Camcorder

JVC GR-SXM38US

JVC GR-SXM38 S-VHS Analog Camcorder

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Product Description
Use the JVC GR-D396 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-D396 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. 16 - 9 Video Mode (high-quality) HG digital stills Live Slow Auto Illumi-Light Digital Still Capture NightAlive Auto Button Functions as webcam through FireWire SD/MMC card slot Photo navigation software included Two data batteries (VF707 x 2) USB DV in/out Includes remote control Multi-language instructions - English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean and Chinese Less
The GR-SXM38US records analog video on a compact VHS cassette. Super VHS recording delivers up to 60% better resolution than standard models for better quality home movies. The Super VHS ET... More
The GR-SXM38US records analog video on a compact VHS cassette. Super VHS recording delivers up to 60% better resolution than standard models for better quality home movies. The Super VHS ET mode lets you take those high resolution videos using any VHS-C tape. Less
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Key Features   
Recording System   NTSC NTSC
Camcorder Type   Digital Analog
Recording Media   Mini DV S-VHS
Optical Zoom   32x 25x
Weight 0.88 lb. 1.71 lb.
CCD   
Sensor Size 1/6" 1/6"
Number of Pixels   680K pixels 320K pixels
Sensor Quantity   1 1
LCD / Viewfinder   
LCD Screen Size   2.5 in. 2.5 in.
Color Viewfinder   With Color Viewfinder With Color Viewfinder
Display Type   With LCD Screen With LCD Screen
Lens   
Optical Zoom   32x 25x
Focal Length 2.3 - 73.6 mm 2.2 - 55 mm
Attachment / Filter Size 27 mm 30.5 mm
Digital Zoom   800x 100x
Video Modes   
Recording Speeds   SP • LP SP • EP
Image Stabilizer   Digital Image Stabilizer With Image Stabilizer
Night Shot   With Night Shot With Night Shot
Audio   
Audio Format   12/16 Bit PCM Digital Stereo Audio -
Memory Photography   
Digital Still Shot Mode   With Still Shot Capability -
Memory Still Resolution 0.31 Megapixels -
Memory Card Support   SD Card • Multimedia Card (MMC) -
Max Still Image Size   640 x 480 -
MPEG Movie Mode   With MPEG Movie Mode With MPEG Movie Mode
Interfaces   
Microphone Type Internal Internal
Output Interfaces Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA) • FireWire / DV / i.Link • USB S-Video • Composite (Video) • Audio (RCA)
Input Interfaces FireWire / DV / iLink -
Power Supply   
Battery Type   Proprietary Lithium Proprietary NiCD
Battery Life   Up to 1.67 Hours Up to 1.58 Hours
Dimensions   
Weight 0.88 lb. 1.71 lb.
Depth 4.5 in. 8.56 in.
Height 3.69 in. 4.94 in.
Width 2.31 in. 3.25 in.
Warranty   
Warranty 1 Year 1 Year
Miscellaneous   
Family Line JVC GR JVC GR
UPC 840356361550 840356289489
Product ID 29086508 29222139
Release Date 25 February, 2006 -
Included Accessories Software • USB Cable • A/V Cable • Shoulder Strap • Lithium Propriety Battery • AC Power Adapter • Remote Control • Lens Cap • Core Filter Shoulder Strap • AC Power Adapter • Lens Cap • NiCD Propriety Battery • Core Filter
Product MPN   
MPN GRD396US GR-SXM38US
 
Consumer Reviews
JVC GR-D396
JVC GR-D396 Mini DV Camcorder
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JVC GR-SXM38US
JVC GR-SXM38 S-VHS Analog Camcorder
$699.95

Consumer Reviews

2

Mixed Thoughts

bymadaria Dec 7, 2006
8 Helpfuls 9 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Remote Zoom 2 batteries
Cons Low-light capabilities Auto feature to restricting
Recommended it? Yes

I bought this camera after reading many reviews on similar models. The main problem listed on other reviews were the size of the battery and the low-light shooting.

Here is a list of my impressions over the last 2 weeks with the camera :

* I wish the 2 batteries that came with... Read full review »

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Consumer Reviews

21

Easy to use but outdated

byshopaholic808 Apr 11, 2010
Helpful? 1 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Lightweight, Easy to Use, Compact
Cons None submitted
Recommended it? No

This camera is easy to use and the functions are very intuitive for the begining camcorder user. Its features are a bit outdated and it lacks in comparison to the newer camcorders offered by JVC Read full review »

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