7 Hours of Full HD Recording

The GZ-HD3 offers HD recording with 1440x1080i resolution. These HD pictures are extremely fine and detailed, containing about 4 times the visual information of conventional SD (Standard Definition) pictures.

With a 60GB built-in hard disk drive you can record up to seven hours of HD video (SP mode), plus you get two additional recording modes to select according to your requirements.

60GB Hard Disk Drive Built-In - No Tapes or Discs to Reload

Both models are equipped with a high capacity HDD to record video and still images. Internal media means no need to buy additional discs and tapes. Since it's HDD, you can directly access the scene you want and delete the scene you don't want on the spot. Also, there's no risk of erasing previous recordings by mistake.

Auto Illumi. Light to Shoot Brilliant Video

The GZ-HD3 is equipped with a built-in video light that automatically illuminates the scene if you are recording video in a dim environment.

Wide Range of Manual Controls

In addition to point-and-shoot simplicity, HD Everio™ also offers a wide range of manual controls including Manual White Balance, Exposure Control, Sharpness Control, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority and Brightness Control.

Accessory Shoe and Mic Input

Mount an optional microphone on the accessory shoe for clear, high-quality audio recording. A convenient Mic Input Terminal with plug-in supplies power to the mounted microphone.

Built-In Sliding Lens Cover

Slide it shut to protect the lens when the camera's not in use. It's integrated, so there's no risk of losing it like a lens cap.

Power-Linked Operation

Automatically turns on the camera when you open the LCD so you can shoot right away, and turns off the camera when you close the LCD so you won't waste power.

2.8" Widescreen Clear LCD

The 2.8" widescreen LCD offers a 16:9 aspect ratio for wide cinematic video shooting. Naturally, the layback picture can be enjoyed in full widescreen dimensions on the LCD or on a connected widescreen TV. This clear LCD cuts surface reflections and glare to maintain a clear, visible, bright view during outdoor recording in direct sunlight.

Stick Control for Easy Operation

Access a multitude of functions with the 4-way one-finger control. Pressing the four "compass points" on the circular control operates everything from menu item selection to manual camera settings.

KONICA MINOLTA HD Lens - Newly-Developed High Definition Optical Zoom Lens

Assuring the optimum source for HD recording.

The HD lens of the GZ-HD3 was developed by camera specialist, KONICA MINOLTA, to ensure optimal lens performance for use with our 3-CCD image sensor and MPEG2 recording technology. The result is an extremely detailed picture with clear contrast and strong presence throughout the image - the type of stable and consistent performance that becomes essential when recording images at HD specifications.

HD Gigabrid Engine for Optimum HD Images

Common to both the GZ-HD7 and GZ-HD3, this new image processing engine has been designed specifically for HD Everio™ to process the CCD image as a progressive scan signal. This provides the maximum image information to work with, regardless of the actual recording mode that is used. Also integrated into the chip are five digital noise reduction technologies that collaborate to improve the vertical resolution by about 30%. It's at the heart of JVC's HD recording system.

Compact Body with Point-and-Shoot Simplicity

The palm-sized GZ-HD3 is easy to take anywhere, with a lightweight and compact body weighing a mere 670g including battery. It also offers point-and-shoot simplicity so no crucial scenes are missed, plus manual controls for more ambitious users.

CyberLink BD Solution Supports Blu-ray Disc

PowerCinema™ NE for Everio™: HD file browsing, Playback, Back-up, and Copy

PowerDirector™ 5NE Express: HD video editing

PowerProducer™ 3NE: BD-AV/DVD-Video disc authoring

Includes plug-in that works with Apple iMovie and Final Cut Pro software for Macintosh computers.

Multiple Interfaces for Expanded Connectivity HD Everio™ accommodates a wide variety of environments with its full array of digital and analogue interfaces. In addition to new HDTV displays, HD Everio™ footage can be viewed on conventional analogue TVs as well, thanks to its down-conversion function. And with USB and i.LINK (Firewire) connectors, it's ready to transfer recordings to a personal computer for full-fledged editing.

3CCD for HD Image Capture

3CCD Pixel Shift Technology for Recording HD (1440x1080) Video; 1/5-inch 16:9 Progressive Scan CCD; No. of Pixels: 570k x3; Effective Pixels: 430 x3; High-Precision Prism using High-precision Mounting Technology

The HD Everio™'s optics use 3-dimensional angle mounting technology to assure high precision prism/CCD registration with extreme accuracy on the order of one micron.

Variety of Shooting Assist Functions

HD Everio™ offers a wide array of assist functions to shoot HD video more precisely, conveniently, and creatively.

Focus Assist Function

Focus Assist outlines in-focus image contours in colour so you can easily tell which parts of the image are in or out of focus.

Zebra Function

Displays a striped pattern across highlight areas of the image, making it easier to manually set the exposure.

Programme AE

A full array of effects is available so you can choose the right exposure or shutter speed automatically according to the scene you're shooting. Easily accessible via visual menu dial.

PC-Less Archiving and Viewing

Just connect to the optional HD Everio™ SHARE STATION CU-VD40 via USB 2.0 and you can archive your HD video files on DVDR/RW or dual-layer DVD-R discs. Playback is possible directly from the CU-VD40 to your connected TV/display.

Multiple Digital Interfaces

HD Everio™ is equipped with USB 2.0 for file saving, HDMI for digital viewing on large screen displays, and i.LINK to stream high definition video in 1440CBR mode or standard definition video as DV.

Advanced Editing and Archiving with a PC

A high-value suite of editing/archiving software is supplied.

Data Battery

Allows you to check the remaining battery power by % and remaining recording time in minutes at the touch of a button, even while the camcorder's power is off.

This product includes patented and other proprietary technology and will operate only with JVC Data Battery.

Hybrid Design with SD/SDHC Memory Card

In addition to a built-in 60GB hard disk drive, HD Everio™ also has a slot for a SD/SDHC memory card (commonly-available), so you can store videos (SP mode only) and stills. Available recording time and number of still images storable on 4GB SDHC card is shown in the table below.

Full HD Recording

Rec Mode	XP	SP	1440CBR*
Resolution	1440x1080i	1440x1080i	1440x1080i
CODEC Video/Audeo	MPEG2-T / MPEG1 Layer 2
Bit Rate	Variable Bit Rate Max. 30Mbps Ave. 26.6Mbps	Variable Bit Rate Max. 22Mbps Ave. 19Mbps	Constant Bit Rate 27Mbps
Rec Time (approx.)	5 hrs	7 hrs	5 hrs

4GB SDHC Card

	Video SP Mode 1440x1080i	Stills 1920x1080
		Fine	Standard
4GB SDHC Card (not provided)	25 min.	4320	6880

Note: Above figures are approximate. To record video, an SDHC card with Class 6 performance is required. SD/SDHC memory cards (128MB to 4GB) have been tested for the following brands: Panasonic, Toshiba, SanDisk, ATP. Note that using other media may result in recording failure or data loss. For compatibility of memory cards, please consult an authorised JVC dealer.