JVC GR D350

alaTest has collected and analyzed 41 reviews from magazines and websites. People really like the design and zoom. The usability and value for money are also appreciated. Opinions are divided on the connectivity. The memory and color get less positive comments.

portability, value for money, usability, zoom, design

battery, image quality, color, memory

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the JVC GR D350 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 77/100 = Good quality.

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JVC GR-D350 MiniDV camcorder Review and Prices

 

The JVC GR-D350 delivers good-quality video images and better manual controls than you might expect from a low-price model. As the entry-level unit in JVC's line of MiniDV camcorders, the GR-D350 will appeal to point-and-shoot enthusiasts as well as...

Solid entry-level specs, low price, accurate automatic controls

Awkward navigation of manual controls, no memory card slot

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JVC GR-D350 Camcorder Review

 

The GR-D350 is JVC's entry-level MiniDV camcorder, and has all the benefits and burdens of the entry-level category. Video quality isn't great, and there are few compelling features, but the $300 price tag is a great draw. So, how does a JVC hold up...

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Washed out colors, waste of time and 15% restocking fee.

 

Thought i got a amazing deal at $199 from Curcuit City. Just needed something small and inexpensive to keep in my briefcase... well the image quality was just so amazingly terrible and colors washed out i returned it the next day and was charged a $30...

Very Inexpensive

Faded color, 16:9 on regular TV makes everyone tall and skinny, just not a quality product

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Dont waste your money

 

Purchased this unit 3 weeks ago and I shot indoors and out with good lighting and bad lighting. My digital camera shoots better video in low light. Even with good lighting the picture quality is pretty bad. Taking this one back and will try something...

Size, Ease of use

Horrible video quality

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Washed out colors, waste of time and 15% restocking fee.

 

Thought i got a amazing deal at $199 from Curcuit City. Just needed something small and inexpensive to keep in my briefcase... well the image quality was just so amazingly terrible and colors washed out i returned it the next day and was charged a $30...

Very Inexpensive

Faded color, 16:9 on regular TV makes everyone tall and skinny, just not a quality product

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Amazon review summary for the JVC GR D350

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 19 user reviews of the JVC GR D350 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

portability, usability, zoom, value for money

95% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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JVC GR D350, the best Lowest Budget DV Cam with Hyper Zoom.

 

I personally have this type, JVC GR D350. The reasons I choose this GR D350 type for my parents when they are planning to take a tour to China are: 1. Amazing Hyper Zoom up to 32x Optical Zoom and 800x Digital Zoom This the first important reason I...

Best 32x Optic Zoom scale(800x Digital Zoom), complete feature, also has automatic features

Slow in autofocus, poor quality in low light(using automatic setting), No InfraRed Light

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JVC GR-D350 Mini DV Camcorder

 

I have 12 grandchildren, ranging from 6 month to 14 years in age, and have gone through several camcorders trying to keep up with all of them. What I love about this little JVC GR-D350 Mini DV camcorder, is it's size. Some of the ...

compact size, affordable price, zoom ability

I did not find any cons for this product

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JVC GR D350 JVC GR D350

 

The camera has a large zoom up to 32x, very useful for items that are tolerably far distance. Storage media used is a mini-DV video with 640x480 size. Featured are the focus, exhibition (+ / - 6 Steps EV), Shutter Speed and white balance. Environments...

large zoom

less battery power

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JVC GR D350

 

We were excited about the camcorder is in a position in the light." In fact, the quality of the image of comparable models from Canon, Sony and Panasonic. The colors are well balanced, the image has been strong, and the noise levels are very low. The...

it is good product

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Product Specifications

The JVC MiniDV camcorder line offers advancements in performance and handling. The line is distinguished by several new features, including selected models with a 32X optical zoom, 16:9 modes and a built-in tele-conversion lens. JVC's MiniDV camcorders are easier to use than ever thanks to a new Auto button - just press the button to switch between manual and automatic operation. And all models feature a new on-screen menu system that sorts menu layers by category, making operation easier. PRODUCT FEATURES: 32x optical /800X digital hyper zoom; 1/6-inch 680, 000 pixel CCD; 2.5-inch LCD color monitor; Super high-band processor with 520 lines of resolution; NightAlive (for low-light shooting); 90-minute data battery; Color viewfinder; Web-camera function (via IEEE 1394); DV input/output; Wide (16:9) mode; Power-Linked operation; Multi-language on-screen (4 languages); Auto button.
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