JVC GR-DVL510U Digital Camcorder
Details
- Availability:
- No longer available through SilverGelatin.net
- List Price:
- $999.99
- Average Customer Rating:
- 4.0 out of 5
- Manufacturer:
- JVC
Features
- MiniDV camcorder
- 10x optical, 400x digital zoom with digital image stabilization
- 2.5-inch color LCD monitor and monochrome EVF
- Photo mode records still images onto tape or included 8 MB MMC card
- Uses an included lithium-ion battery; also includes remote control, AC adapter/charger, shoulder strap
Description
The GR-DVL510U combines outstanding performance with a sleek, compact design. The GR-DVL510 ensures maximum user-friendliness utilizing Night Alive (for full color shooting in extreme low light conditions), built-in Auto Light, high resolution 2.5" Amorphous Silicon LCD Color Monitor, 400X Super Digital Zoom with Spline Interpolation, Picture Stabilizer and Long-Time Recording Capability. The Versatile Multimedia Interfacing includes SD/ MultiMedia Card Compatibility, USB High Speed Interface, Dv Input/Output, S-Video and A/V Output terminals.
The JVC GR-DVL510U is a true workhorse of a camcorder. A number of great features usually found in higher-end electronics are packed into this small, easy-to-carry device. The 680,000-pixel CCD of the GR-DVL510U also captures digital stills in many modes--such as full screen, frame, pin-up, negative, or multipicture--onto tape, or the included 8 MB MMC card. The DVL510U is compatible with both MultiMedia or SD memory cards.
The GR-DVL510U also comes with a variety of multimedia interfacing capabilities, making transferring DV recordings or digital photos to a computer fast and simple. In addition to the standard IEEE 1394 DV interface, there is also a USB port for quick transfers to PC. With the included software and cable you can easily bring your photos into your computer for editing or e-mailing.
Being in a low-light environment is no problem for the GR-DVL510U. In addition to the integrated auto light there is also a special night shooting function that enhances low-light sensitivity so you can still capture clear images at night in full color.
Also included are an AC power adapter/charger, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, remote control, CD-ROM software for photo editing, shoulder strap, and RS232C PC/AT compatible cables.
Spotlight customer reviews
Great video camera only
[ Posted: 2004-05-08 ]
This is a great "video camera" and a not so good digital still camera. If you are purchasing this "video camera" to use to shoot video then I will recommend this camera, but if you want a great digital still camera then purchas a separate digital still camera. The vast majority of "video cameras" are best used for video and not digital still photography. So once again buy this "video camera" for video and buy a digital still camera for digital photography.
Great Camera
[ Posted: 2002-01-25 ]
I did a lot of research before buying. It is the best value in this class. Don't expect great snap shot quality from this camera and others in the same class. You need progressive scan and at least 1 mega pixel CCD for a good quality picture. That would put you into a totally different price range. Manufacturers advertise mega pixel camcorders pretty loudly and they are currently above $1200. The video quality is great (almost DVD) and low light sensitivity is good. I don't use special effect while filming so I can't comment. It does not record analog video. Manual says it records the DV but I have not tried it. Overall it is great for indoor/outdoor everyday filming even with my picky taste.
Great Video/Poor Still Photos
[ Posted: 2001-12-28 ]
My husband gave me this camera for Christmas because he knew I really wanted a digital camera and I had expressed some interest in a camcorder as well...He figured this would do double-duty very well. I played with it all day Christmas day taking video and stills and was loving it. The video was awesome...very easy to use and of decent quality. Battery drained very quickly, but most do, so that wasn't a big deal. Close-up shots looked really good. The HUGE DISAPPOINTMENT came when I downloaded the still shots to my computer. They were of poor quality at best...colors not true and blurry even though all were taken at the highest resolution possible. I am returning the camera and exchanging it. I'm NOW told that most just don't have enough pixels to produce a good photo...Live and Learn! Good Luck...
Very good for the price
[ Posted: 2001-11-27 ]
Its been 4 days since I bought this camera and I was able to get going in about 15 minutes (after charge ofcourse). I would have given this 5 stars if not for the quality of still pictures. But the still pictures are blurr even in the best of conditions. But I have a very good still camera, so I am not complaining...too much...
Every thing else is pretty good for the price...Since I am a first time owner, I am very happy with my decision.
Very easy to use
[ Posted: 2001-11-15 ]
This camcorder far exceeded my expectations and is very easy and simple to use. The Mini-DV media is by far the highest quality and JVC offers Sony-like quality at an affordable price. The remote control feature makes playback very convenient. The media card allows for a quick transfer of digital still shots to your PC and ultimately to the WEB. The video allows for 1/60 second editing (firewire is recommended for this) as well as a variety of frame transitioning options. Very lightweight and easy to use. After many different purchases over the last 10 years, JVC has not let me down.