JVC Everio GZMG77 2.0MP CCD 30GB HDD Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom
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Manufacturer: JVCModel: GZ-MG77US
Product features:
- 30 GB hard drive camcorder, high-quality MPEG-2 recording
- 3-dimensional noise reduction for clear picture
- "F1.2 lens, 2.2-megapixel CCD, 10x optical zoom, 800x digital zoom
- 2.7-inch widescreen LCD monitor, power-linked operation
- USB 2.0 high-speed interface; 12x transfer rate
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of JVC Everio GZMG77 2.0MP CCD 30GB HDD Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom
Customer Review: HOW TO USE THE JVC 77US CAMCORDER WITH A MAC
Summary: 5 Stars
I recently purchased this camcorder at Circuit City for around $750. It works very well and the video quality is very good.
VIDEO & SOUND: When viewing on the television, it is surprising how clear and crisp the video is and how realistic the sound is--there is no irritating tape or dvd recording humm, and people's voices sound natural--not like they are in a wind tunnel as with other camcorders. Also, the night video is quite good for a camera this size. I shot some video using only candlelight to illuminate people's faces, and the details were the same when I played it back as if I had been sitting right there. The pictures are also good quality, though not huge, and it is nice to be able to store them on the camera instead of my computer.
BATTERY LIFE: if you are going to be using this camcorder for periods longer than 45 minutes, buy an extra battery as it takes at least an hour to recharge.
SOFTWARE/COMPATIBLITY: I have a mac mini G4, and my biggest concern with buying this camera was whether or not it would be compatible. It processes video in MPEG-4 mode, which is not compatible with mac. However, after reading the manual, I found a solution to this problem.
To convert video for use with iMovie:
1. Install the Everio "Capty MPEG Edit EX" program provided with the camera.
2. When installed, open the program and select the "view" tab, the click "combine files."
3. Connect the camera to the computer using the USB cord provided and set camera on the play setting
4. Open the Everio harddrive that appears on the desktop.
5. Drag files with the extension .mod from the video folder to the "Capty MPEG" program--you will see thumbnails appear as the video takes.
6. After adding all of the files you want, click the "create" button on the "Capty" program
7. A format box will appear. Select Quick Time Movie
8. Another option will appear that allows you to convert to MPEG, DV, and QuickTime: Select "Quick Time" again.
9. Name your video in the next blank that appears
10. Click the button to start the creating process
11. It will take some time to create the video. After the video is created, look for the title in spotlight in the searchbar.
12. When you have located the file, open iMovie.
13. Drag the file into the "clips" section of iMovie.
14. You can now edit your WIDESCREEN movie in the iMovie program.
It sounds long and complicated, but the only "challenging" part is just waiting for it to format for quick time. I recommend not putting too many clips in at once so that it goes faster. It takes a little more time, but it's worth it to use iMovie, and it's faster and more efficient than many of the other methods I have seen.
Description of JVC Everio GZMG77 2.0MP CCD 30GB HDD Camcorder with 10x Optical Zoom
The days of digital tape are over. Don't worry about reloading mini DVD discs either, because the age of hard drive recording is finally here. The JVC GZ-MG77 Everio camcorder features a 30 GB hard drive for recording seven hours of DVD movie-quality video. Now when you're on the go, all you have to bring is the camera--leave the tapes at home. The GZ-MG77 also offers premium features like a 1/3.9-inch CCD, an integrated 2.2 megapixel still camera, and advanced low light performance. The GZ-MG77 records in high-quality MPEG-2, the same format used for DVD movies. And because the camcorder employs a tapeless format, you can easily delete unwanted scenes, or instantaneously skip to the exact segment of footage you want to view. The hard drive also makes it easy to edit your footage right on the camera. Just click on a thumbnail image displayed on the GZ-MG77's 2.7-inch widescreen color LCD monitor and watch your memories come to life. Choose the footage you want and quickly and easily rearrange it the way you want it. And, unlike tapes, there's no need to worry about accidentally recording over your most prized moments. Technology for keeping your footage safe and sound is also built into the GZ-MG77. To protect the hard disk drive from shocks and vibrations, Everio camcorders have a protective floating suspension system that effectively dampens vibrations through advanced polymer shock absorbers. There's also a motion sensor that automatically senses sudden acceleration and turns off the power to protect the hard disk drive even if the camera is dropped. With a 30 GB hard drive, you can record to your heart's content. The camera features four different recording modes that let you choose the best balance between quality and recording time. In the highest quality mode, "Ultra," you'll get seven hours of recording time at full DVD image quality (720 x 480/60i) and with full Dolby Digital audioCamcorders
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