JVC GR-D370 MiniDV Camcorder w/32x Optical Zoom

by JVC

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 12 x 14 x 10 inches ; 14.1 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000E1332M
• Item model number: GR-D370US
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #9,874 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: April 18, 2005

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The JVC GR-D370 MiniDV w/32x Optical Zoom features a powerful 32x high-performance optical zoom, 800x digital hyper-zoom, wide-screen 16:9 modes and a built-in tele-conversion lens. Thanks to a new auto feature, the GR-D370 is extremely easy to use. With a simple touch of a button, you can instantly switch between manual and automatic operation.

At the heart of the camcorder is a 1/6-inch 680,000 pixel CCD. Other features include a data battery function that displays time remaining with and without LCD use; live slow, which records in slow motion while retaining real-time audio; an Auto Illumi-Light mode for illuminating dark scenes; Power-Linked operation that turns on the power and puts the camcorder in standby mode simply by opening the LCD; and a 2.5-inch LCD color monitor that delivers a bright, clear image by reducing reflection and glares, even in bright sunlight. An SD/MMC card slot lets you increase your capacity, and the camcorder also offers the option of taking digital still images.

Product Description

With intuitive operation and convenient functions, the GRD370 offers new possibilities when recording your memories. This slim and stylish camcorder offers a powerful 32x optical zoom, 16:9 video mode (high quality) and a digital still function that lets you capture still photos. You can see it all happen on the 2.5-inch LCD display.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

38 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent little camera, June 10, 2006

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Ben (Schenectady, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: JVC GR-D370 MiniDV Camcorder w/32x Optical Zoom (Electronics)

This is the first camcorder I've ever owned. I saw it demonstrated on the shopping channel, and eventually went shopping myself for an equal good price. It's a 2006 model, and has only been around for a few months. After having it just a few days so far...I'd say so far so good! I'd have to say it's fairly simple to operate, and offers a great many bells & whistles for the price. The 32x optical zoom is what sold me, and it works like a charm. The digital zoom extends that to 64x and 800x. I have yet to try out the "super-zoom". The camera features stabilization control, but I'll admit its still tough to keep it steady even at 32x! The other features include night vision, live slow, an automatic focusing control, with auto white balance etc... and can operate as a digital (still) camera as well. If I was to make design changes, it would be to have some of the operating controls, FF - STOP - etc, on the outside of the unit, instead of having to open the LCD viewfinder to operate many of the basics. The only operational button within easy reach, is to release the pause mode & record from standby. Actually, the button to take "a picture" is right there too.

Battery power is ok I guess. The rechargeable pack (included) allows up to 90 min on average. To upgrade to a 3 hr or 7 hr battery will cost you!! No SD memory card included either.

So in the end, if you compare the features and prices of JVC's competitors, I'd say they did pretty well with this one.

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Nice for a while, but defect with condensation error, November 5, 2006

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Mommy to Four (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: JVC GR-D370 MiniDV Camcorder w/32x Optical Zoom (Electronics)

This camera was great at first and very easy to use, however, the condensation error many others seem to have came true for us as well. When we first got the error it had not been anywhere near any water or moisture, so we put it in our cedar chest (we keep our house very dry and don't live in a humid area - Nebraska). This worked for a few months, but the error is now on permanently and the camera is useless. I wish it was different, but bottom line, this is a disposable video camera - a nice one, but still disposable!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Horrible Camera and Service, August 2, 2007

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James P. Matykiewicz "bothered" (sedona, az.) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: JVC GR-D370 MiniDV Camcorder w/32x Optical Zoom (Electronics)

First one I bought was defective upon purchase. Returned for new one at JVC advise. Second one broke after 5 uses and 6 months. Was told by JVC it would cost me $145.00 to repair. Total piece of junk and JVC will not stand behind their own product. Bought a Sony for about the same price and it is working just fine.