JVC Everio GZ-MG77 review

What you need to know

Reviewed by: Chris Stevens

Reviewed on: 22 August 2006

Tags: JVC, JVC Everio GZ-MG77, battery life, pixels, broadcast

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

Full review:

We've previously reviewed this camcorder's more expensive superior, the GZ-MG505. The MG77, reviewed here, is a step down from the MG505, but offers a more affordable entry into the brave new world of hard-disk-based camcorders. The MG77 stores video on an internal 30GB hard disk. This can pack as much as 7 hours of video at the highest quality or a slightly bewildering 37 hours of footage at low quality. Continue Reading...