JVC GR-SXM520U Review

The JVC GR-SXM520U palm-size compact VHS-C camcorder offers 400x variable speed digital zoom and 16x optical zoom. This is ideal for catching action at sporting events or just at home in your backyard. The zoom is a variable-speed zoom triggered by finger pressure with numeric zoom ratio readout in the viewfinder/monitor. The GR-SXM520U includes a high-resolution 3-inch LCD color monitor with 112,000 pixels. The monitor rotates 270 degrees so you can view what you are recording from any angle. The camcorder has three recording modes and uses S-VHS recording to deliver up to 60 percent better resolution than standard models. For quality and economy, the S-VHS ET mode lets you take high-resolution videos using any VHS-C tape. For compatibility with any VHS video recorder, standard VHS is also available.

Specifications

Product Features
16x optical, 400x digital zoom
3-inch, high-resolution, 270-degree-rotating LCD color monitor
VHS-C format for easy playback in your VCR
Records in S-VHS for superior video quality
Digital image stabilizer

Technical Details
Video format: VHS-C
Progressive scan CCD: --
Flying erase heads: --
Audio: Mono
Maximum CCD resolution: --
CCD size: --
Eyepiece viewfinder:: Yes
LCD screen size: 3.0 inches
LCD swivel: Yes
Aperture: F1.6
Filter diameter: --
Optical zoom (x): 16x
Digital zoom: 400x
Lens construction: --
Programmed exposure modes: 7 modes
Autolight: Yes
Hot shoe for external light: No
Black and white: Yes
Sepia: --
Solarized: --
Image stabilization: Yes
Infrared capability: --
Remote included: Yes
Digital camera capability: No
Included still memory: N/A
Preset titles: Yes
Custom titling: Yes
Programmed recording: --
Fade options: Black fader, digital fades
Special effects: --
Motion sensor: No
Audio sensor: No
Other special features: Wide mode, tele macro, time lapse and animation, quick review and retake, black fader, digital wipes and fades, digital auto tracking, auto and pro-style recording, self-timer, date/time display with auto date, audio dub, insert editing
IEEE1394 output: --
Connections: --
S-Video output: --
Battery type: BN-V11 battery pack
Included in box: Shoulder strap, compact VHS cassette playback, AC adapter battery recharger, remote control
Width: --
Height: --
Depth: --
Weight: 4.75 lbs
Warranty labor: 90 days
Warranty parts: 1 year

Review

This camcorder is okay. its not very good for making pro movies, but it gets the job done. its pretty cool, you can re-record sound, play it back, all that cool junk.
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