2006 Camcorders

2006

Mini DV Camcorders

High Quality PictureHigh Quality Picture

JVCJVC FocusesFocuses on Pictureon Picture Quality with Innovative & Unique TechnologiesQuality with Innovative & Unique Technologies

In addition to current JVC original technologies including Super High-Band Processor and NightAlive, we developed the new 3D NR and Auto Illumi. Light in order to further improve picture quality especially when shooting in low-light environments.

LiveSlow

Low Light Plus

F 1.2 Super Bright

Lens

Super High-Band Processor Auto

Illumi-Light

Low Light Plus

3-D NR

JVC Technology Concept for 2006JVC Technology Concept for 2006

New

Tele-Conversion

Built In

DataBattery

3232xx OpticalOptical ZoomZoom

Optical Zoom enables one to enlarge an image 32x times without jagged edges, which is not possible with a digital zoom.

Optical ZoomOptical Zoom 3232xx

Live Slow Live Slow *(on select models)*(on select models)

Slow motion pictures recorded with sound on a DVC tape.

This is a first for a camcorder!

Sound is recorded and played back in real time. The slow motion effect will give you a new perspective and enable a new appreciation of your video. Precious moments become all the more enjoyable.

Clear LCD MonitorClear LCD Monitor Suppresses diffusion of internal light to

deliver a brighter, clearer image.

Also reduces reflection and glare from external light.

Combined characteristics allow outdoor shooting with clearly visible subjects unlike conventional LCD monitors.

Conventional LCD Clear LCD

AUTO ButtonAUTO Button

AUTO Mode

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Conveniently placed

AUTO Button.

Push theAUTO Button

Displayedafter 3 sec.

MANUALM

M

AUTOA

A

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The AUTO Button allows switching to AUTO Mode with a touch of a button.

First Screen Third Screen

The menu layers are sorted by categories making the OSD simpler and more user-friendly.Now, the navigating the menu is much easier to operate.

Second Screen

Up DownMENU/SET

2006

2005

SETMENU

Up

Down

RightLeft

MENU ON/OFF

SET

Menu On-Screen Display (Non-DSC Models)Menu On-Screen Display (Non-DSC Models)

Up DownMENU/SET

SETMENU

Up

Down

RightLeft

MENU ON/OFF

SET

Menu On-Screen Display (All Models with DSC)Menu On-Screen Display (All Models with DSC)

2006

2005

First Screen Second Screen Third Screen

First Screen

The menu layers are sorted by categories making the OSD simpler and more user-friendly.In this way, navigating the menu is much easier.

Wide(16:9) Mode Wide(16:9) Mode

4:3 Original Picture

4:3 TV

16:9 TV

4:3 Mode

Wide(16:9 Mode)

Display Area

WIDE Mode On-Screen DisplayWIDE Mode On-Screen Display

Program AE

Shutter

Fades/Wipes

TapeIcon

LP

Not displayed duringsnapshot/SP setting

LP

4:3 On-Screen Display 16:9 Wide Screen Mode On-Screen Display

(Full On-Screen Display Image)

10 different levels of remaining battery and recording time are shown.

Convenience• Remaining battery can be checked by simply touching a button even before shooting and with the power turned off.

• Remaining recording time is automatically calculated and shown.

Prevents a battery from running out during Prevents a battery from running out during shooting. shooting. This function operates only with a genuine JVC battery pack.

Data BatteryData Battery

Super High-Band ProcessorSuper High-Band Processor

Digital improves the camera signal to boost resolution before recording.

Assures high resolution image “source” for

superior quality videos and digital stills. Luminance signal High-band

processor

Color signal

Conventional process

Signal interference area 6.75 MHz

Frequency characteristics of CCD output

NightAliveNightAlive Boosts the intensity of existing light for a bright, full-

color picture without additional lighting.

Auto Illumi. LightAuto Illumi. Light By using LED with 1/10th power consumption of

conventional video light.

Stylish:Shoulder Cut Form

Well-placed Controls

Auto Button

Slim form

Power ButtonOne-hand operation is possible

D Series Design (GR-D370): Stylish and SlimD Series Design (GR-D370): Stylish and Slim

32x Optical Zoom

GR-D370

GR-D270

93.5

56 11258 114

94

5350

TOTAL WIDTH

GR-D370: Comparison of DimensionsGR-D370: Comparison of Dimensions

GR-D350/370/395/396 GR-D350/370/395/396 ComparisonComparison

4 Languages 7 Languages

English English

Spanish Spanish

French French

Portuguese Portuguese

Japanese

Korean

Chinese (Tr)

Avail.

BVP

GR-D350 GR-D370 GR-D395 GR-D396

$299.95 $329.95 $369.95 $379.95

NON DSC DSC MODELS (640 x 480)DSC MODELS (640 x 480)

CCD:1/6” 680K- pixel CCD CCD:1/6” 680K- pixel CCD

16:9 Video Mode16:9 Video Mode

Clear LCDClear LCD

Auto Illumi.LightAuto Illumi.Light

Live SlowLive Slow

NO

NO

520 Horizontal Lines of Resolution 520 Horizontal Lines of Resolution

USBUSBNO

SD/ MMC Card SlotSD/ MMC Card SlotNO

Color ViewfinderColor Viewfinder

NO Remote Control IncludedRemote Control Included

Data Battery VF707 VF714 2x VF707

7 Languages7 Languages4 Language

NO Photo Nav. SoftwarePhoto Nav. Software

32x Optical Zoom / 800 x Digital Zoom 32x Optical Zoom / 800 x Digital Zoom

February February March March

TENTATIVE

2006

Mega-pixel MiniDV Camcorders

Low Light Plus (F1.2 Super Bright Lens)Low Light Plus (F1.2 Super Bright Lens)

F1.8 Lens F1.2 LensF1.2 Lens

Aspherical lens for high-precision optics

F1.2 is 2.3-times the brightness of F1.8 and

1.8-times the brightness of F1.6.

New F1.2 lens is used for the GR-D650 camera.

JVC’s proven picture improvement technology for VCRs has been adopted for video cameras.

Able to reduce video noise by approx. 30%, especially when shooting in low light.

Edge flicker is inhibited, enabling even subjects that contain lots of high frequency range elements such as hair, to be shot as pure, bright, low-noise images.

Low-Light Plus (3D NR)Low-Light Plus (3D NR)

JVC made it possible to cut noise when shooting in low light environments using our

original 3D NR technology to deliver high quality results.

When shooting in dark environments, noise elements are visible throughout

the image, producing a coarse picture with obscured borders such as facial shapes.

Tele Mode offers instant close-ups without attaching a Tele Conversion Lens

Normal Mode Tele Mode

1.33-Mega Model: 1.3x (Equals 19.5X Zoom)

Without Tele Conversion Lens With Tele Conversion Lens

Tele-Conversion Built In Tele-Conversion Built In (for Mega Models)(for Mega Models)

Tele Conversion Lens increases the magnification of your subject and captures close-up shots.

Wide(16:9) Mode Wide(16:9) Mode

4:3 Original Picture

4:3 TV

16:9 TV

4:3 Mode

Wide(16:9 Mode)

Display Area

Up DownMENU/SET

SETMENU

Up

Down

RightLeft

MENU ON/OFF

SET

Menu On-Screen Display (Megapixel Model)Menu On-Screen Display (Megapixel Model)

2006

2005

First Screen Second Screen Third Screen

First Screen

The menu layers are sorted by categories making the OSD simpler and more user-friendly.Now, the navigating the menu is much easier to operate.

1.3-MegapixelF1.2 Super Bright Lens15x Optical Zoom

Stylish: Streamlined

Slim Top for Easy Grip

Glossy finish makes the lens stand out

AUTO Button16:9 Button

D Series Design (GR-D650): Well-built and StylishD Series Design (GR-D650): Well-built and Stylish

GR-D650GR-D650

Digital Stills (1280 x 960)Digital Stills (1280 x 960)

CCD:1/5” 1.33 Mega- pixel CCD CCD:1/5” 1.33 Mega- pixel CCD

Lens Performance: F1.2Lens Performance: F1.2

16:9 Wide Screen Mode16:9 Wide Screen Mode

Clear LCDClear LCD

Auto Illumi.LightAuto Illumi.Light

Live SlowLive Slow

540 Horizontal Lines of Resolution 540 Horizontal Lines of Resolution

USBUSB

SD/ MMC Card SlotSD/ MMC Card Slot

Color ViewfinderColor Viewfinder

Remote Control IncludedRemote Control Included

Data Battery VF707

7 Languages7 Languages

15x Optical Zoom15x Optical Zoom

3DNR3DNR

Built-in Tele Conversion 1.3xBuilt-in Tele Conversion 1.3x

Power-Linked OperationPower-Linked Operation

April April

$399.95 $399.95

7 Languages

English

Spanish

French

Portuguese

Japanese

TENTATIVE

2006

Compact VHS Camcorders

Product Highlights• 20x Optical Zoom

• 800x Digital Hyper Zoom

• Digital Picture Improvement Technology

*Picture Stabilizer

*Digital TBC (Time Base Corrector)

*Digital CNR (Chroma Noise Reduction)

*108 Combinations of Digital Special Effects (11x) and Scene Transitions (10x)

• Multi-Language Instant Titles (4 Languages)

• Manual Focus

• Flying Erase Head

• Built-in Battery Charger

GR-AXM18 Compact VHS CameraGR-AXM18 Compact VHS Camera

Basic Features 2.5” LCD Color Monitor

20x Optical Zoom

800x Digital Hyper Zoom

Viewfinder

320k pixel CCD

Avail. Feb. - $199.95

Product Highlights• 25x Optical Zoom• 1000x Digital Hyper Zoom• Super VHS & Super VHS ET Recording

• Digital Picture Improvement Technology*Picture Stabilizer*Digital TBC (Time Base Corrector)*Digital CNR (Chroma Noise Reduction)*108 Combinations of Digital Special Effects (11x) and Scene Transitions (10x)

• Auto Illumi. light• Multi-Language Instant Titles (4 Languages)

• Manual Focus• Flying Erase Head• Built-in Battery Charger• Easy VHS Playback adapter included

GR-SXM38 Compact Super VHS CameraGR-SXM38 Compact Super VHS Camera

Basic FeaturesSuper VHS & “Super VHS ET”

2.5” LCD Color Monitor

25x Optical Zoom

1000x Digital Hyper Zoom

Viewfinder

320k pixel CCDAvail. Feb. - $229.95