JVC GR-SX851U Palm Size Compact Super VHS Camcorder

by JVC

Product Details

• Item Weight: 4.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 5 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00004T8RD
• Item model number: GRSX851U
• Average Customer Review: 3.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #37,495 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 4, 1973

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The JVC GR-AX851U offers many of same useful features and options as the JVC GR-AX750U VHS-C format camcorder. The two important differences are the inclusion of a high-resolution color viewfinder for more realistic visuals while shooting and a built-in light which improves the picture in low-light shooting conditions. The picture stabilizer gets rid of annoying picture shake. Your viewers will appreciate this feature during playback because it will make your recording easier to watch. The GR-AX851U also offers 300x digital 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.

VHS-C format tapes are simply smaller-size VHS tapes. You can play your tapes in any VCR with the included cassette adapter. This feature also allows the manufacturer to make a compact, affordable camcorder. In case you need to travel away from an electrical outlet, the JVC GR-AX851U includes a battery pack with a shooting capability of up to two hours. The camcorder has seven programmable auto exposure modes and digital special effects. The title generator features eight preset messages in English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese.

A time- lapse capability allows you to record at preset intervals to catch slow motion action such as plant growth or cloud movement. You can also record in a special animation mode that creates the illusion of movement for an otherwise stationary scene when you shoot a series of slightly different poses. For editing features, the JVC GR-AX851U offers digital wipes and fades, as well as a black fader and a quick review and retake function. The accessories include a shoulder strap, compact VHS cassette playback adapter, and battery recharger.

Product Description

camcorder, battery pack, AC power adapter, shoulder strap, VHS playpak

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

56 of 57 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The easiest, lightest, and best for Grandma, August 19, 2000

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Loye Cochran (Fallon, Nevada USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: JVC GR-SX851U Palm Size Compact Super VHS Camcorder (Electronics)

I received my JVC Palm Size Compact Camcorder one year ago for my birthday and have had a great deal of pleasure from it. My Grandchildren love to do "plays" and I enjoy "catching" them when they do not know it, thanks to the zoom and stableizer features. The ease of use is my number one priority and this camcorder offers just that. I simply follow the directions and "shoot" The instructions are clear, easy, and complete. My next purchase will be the hook up equipment I need for making copies of the tapes I want to share with family members. Loye Cochran Fallon, Nevada

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars An actual bargain!, June 6, 2001

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Nick Name (Canada) - See all my reviews

This review is from: JVC GR-SX851U Palm Size Compact Super VHS Camcorder (Electronics)

I recently bought this camcorder... not expecting too much... I was glad I [got the] SuperVHS model because the images are razor sharp - rivalling MiniDV camcorders to an untrained eye. I transfered the video to my computer via my ATI All-In-Wonder Pro video card's S-VHS input and the results were amazing, using my inexpensive ... VideoWave editing software I was able to bump up the color and saturation to highly satisfying levels. The image stabalization feature works great, I filmed from a bicycle with not problems. Fun. THe only gripes I have with it are the lack of a microphone jack and that you have to buy the optional remote control to access many of the advanced recoring features. All together a good camera for not much money.

9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Why spend hundreds more?, May 1, 2001

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H. T. Waters (Carrsville, Virginia United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: JVC GR-SX851U Palm Size Compact Super VHS Camcorder (Electronics)

I have owned JVC products in the past and the quality is still with the JVC name. The camera has preformed under all conditions such as rain, the beach (sand), humid conditions and being dropped by the kids. I have never had even a slight problem with the operations of the camera. The picture quality is equal and above many other higher priced cameras our neighbors own. They just hang their head and walk away after seeing the movie quality and knowing how much they spent for the same quality at a much higher price. Don't let this one get away if you are looking for a great camera at a wonderful price.