Typical price: £550
What is it: A small hard-disk-based camcorder with 30GB hard drive and 10x optical zoom
What we think: There's a long way to go before this format is ready to compete with MiniDV, but if a compact size matters above all things, this might be worth a look
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 22 August 2006
Tags: jvc, conditions, hard disk, microphone
We like:
Small scale; easy operation
We don't like:
Sluggish response during autofocus and autoexposure; poor quality footage
You might also need:
A tripod will give your shots added stability
CNET UK judgement:
Although hard disk is inevitably the future for camcorders, the MG77 fails to delight. Casual enthusiasts who can put aside the problems with image quality and have little interest in editing might find that the small chassis is enough to convince. Most of us, however, will find this a disappointing experience
JVC Everio GZ-MG77 History
19 May 2006 in Reviews
The JVC Everio GZ-MG77EK records its video on an internal 30GB hard disk, which allows you to save as much as 7 hours of video at the highest quality or a staggering 37 hours of footage at the lowest-quality. It's extremely lightweight and compact, but the video quality simply doesn't stack up against that of most MiniDV or DVD camcorders
Latest user reviews
February 8, 2007
Posted by: Andy Ogden
"Does what it says on the box"
September 7, 2006
Posted by: Andrew Kerr
"Canny camera"
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