Typical price: £860
What is it: MiniDV camcorder with three CCDs and 10x optical zoom
What we think: A distinctive, very compact three-chip MiniDV camcorder that also shoots high-res stills
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 19 August 2005
Tags: JVC, JVC GR-X5, LCD monitor, animation, MiniDV
We like:
Solid blend of video and still capabilities; generally sensible controls; full complement of standard connections
We don't like:
Mediocre viewfinder, battery life and low-light performance; automatic features sluggish; no progressive video; limited manual controls
You might also need:
MiniDV cassettes; an SD/MMC card with a capacity of at least 128MB; a FireWire cable
CNET UK judgement:
The GR-X5 is a capable jack-of-all-imaging-trades and, as the saying goes, a master of none
Full review:
The JVC GR-X5's manual states, "Commercial use without proper permission is prohibited." I'm not sure how JVC plans to enforce this rule, but the thrust of it is significant: while three-chip cameras have historically been expensive professional and prosumer units, the GR-X5 represents a relatively affordable three-chip option geared to general consumers. Continue Reading...
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