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JVC GR SXM920U

alaTest has collected and analyzed 13 reviews from magazines and websites. Comments about the zoom and portability are on the whole positive. The design and usability also get good feedback. The viewfinder and color get mixed views. Some have doubts about the value for money.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the JVC GR SXM920U is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 64/100 = Good quality.

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Amazon review summary for the JVC GR SXM920U

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 13 user reviews of the JVC GR SXM920U from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com.

usability, design, portability, zoom

value for money

38% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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JVC GR-SXM920U Palm Size Compact Super VHS Camcorder With LCD Monitor

 

Good Camcorder - Could have gotten bang more for my buck!

Don't get me wrong, this is a good camcorder. I love all of the functions and it's really easy to get started with and use. The built-in light and stability features are too die for. There are tons of accessories you can get to enhance your pictures...

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Good Camcorder - Could have gotten bang more for my buck!

 

Good Camcorder - Could have gotten bang more for my buck!

Don't get me wrong, this is a good camcorder. I love all of the functions and it's really easy to get started with and use. The built-in light and stability features are too die for. There are tons of accessories you can get to enhance your pictures...

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Good Camcorder - Could have gotten bang more for my buck!

 

Don't get me wrong, this is a good camcorder. I love all of the functions and it's really easy to get started with and use. The built-in light and stability features are too die for. There are tons of accessories you can get to enhance your pictures...

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JVC GR-SXM920U Palm Size Compact Super VHS Camcorder With LCD Monitor

 

Nice, easy to use Video camera

Nice little unit. Had a cassette jam when I first got it. Had to send it in ( at my expense ) to Chicago, for repairs. Turn around time was 2 weeks. After that, never had another problem. Good photos, great zoom. Bought several filters and both a wide...

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Nice, easy to use Video camera

 

Nice, easy to use Video camera

Nice little unit. Had a cassette jam when I first got it. Had to send it in ( at my expense ) to Chicago, for repairs. Turn around time was 2 weeks. After that, never had another problem. Good photos, great zoom. Bought several filters and both a wide...

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Buy a less expensive model for same results.

 

Buy a less expensive model for same results.

I bouhgt this model last year for Christmas and sort of regret it. The quality of the video and ease of use is good, but it is no better than a VHS entry level model. My greatest beef is how wimpy the battery is for this top of the line model. If you...

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Buy a less expensive model for same results.

 

I bouhgt this model last year for Christmas and sort of regret it. The quality of the video and ease of use is good, but it is no better than a VHS entry level model. My greatest beef is how wimpy the battery is for this top of the line model. If you...

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JVC GR-SXM920U Palm Size Compact Super VHS Camcorder With LCD Monitor

 

Don't waste your money in this camcorder

I have owned JVC camcorders for the last 10 years. So when I decided for a new one, all the gadgets and the viewfinder/monitor were really appealing to me, I chose the JVC GR-SXM920U palm-size compact VHS-C camcorder. Even though the gadgets are really...

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Don't waste your money in this camcorder

 

Don't waste your money in this camcorder

I have owned JVC camcorders for the last 10 years. So when I decided for a new one, all the gadgets and the viewfinder/monitor were really appealing to me, I chose the JVC GR-SXM920U palm-size compact VHS-C camcorder. Even though the gadgets are really...

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Product Specifications

The JVC GR-SXM920U Dual Cam is JVC's best VHS-C camcorder, featuring a built-in digital still camera function. This camcorder has a large 3.0" LCD view screen for easy operation and allows the camera to be operated from any angle, for maximum comfort. A remote control is provided for all key camcorder features as well as additional editing functions such as audio dub & insert editing. Fine Still gives you perfect freeze frames every time. It's even possible to zoom in on the picture during playback, or to add a variety of special effects. The GR-SXM920U also has three recording modes: It uses Super VHS recording to deliver up to 60% better resolution than the standard models for better quality home movies. For quality and economy, the Super VHS ET mode lets you take those high resolution videos using any VHS-C tape. For compatibility with any VHS video recorder, standard VHS is also available. A picture stabilizer gets rid of annoying picture shake. The 400X zoom makes sure you don't miss any of the action. A built-in light improves the picture in night time situations. Snap Shot modes with shutter sound include: Full screen, Pin-up, Multi-picture 4 Frame /9 Frame. Endurance Shooting allows up to 1.5 hours recording time with the provided battery pack. When you are done recording, the tapes play back & and can be shared in any VHS video recorder using the provided VHS-C Playpak.

Audio Input

Microphone Operation Mode:Mono
Microphone Technology:Electret condenser
Type:Microphone

Battery

Battery Form Factor:Manufacturer specific

Camcorder Features

Low Lux / Night Mode: Yes

Camera Flash

Type: None

Dimensions & Weight

Weight:5.3lbs

Display (Projector)

Diagonal Size:3in
Diagonal Size (metric):7.6cm
Display Form Factor:Rotating (270
Technology:TFT active matrix
Type:LCD display

Exposure Parameters

Shooting Programs:Auto mode lock / Fog filter effect / Hi-speed shutter / ND filter effect / Sepia mode / Sports mode / Twilight mode

Flash Memory

Form Factor:Integrated
Storage Capacity:2MB

Header

Localization:English
Manufacturer:JVC
Model:SXM920U
Packaged Quantity:1
Product Line:JVC GR

Lens System

Lens Aperture:F1.6
Max Focal Length:62.4mm
Min Focal Length:3.9mm
Optical Zoom:16
Special Functions:Macro / Tele / Wide angle
Type:Zoom lens

Miscellaneous

Color:Gray

Optical Sensor

Optical Sensor Type:CCD
Sensor Qty:1CCD

Optical System

Image Stabilizer:Electronic/None

Service & Support

Type:1 year warranty

Storage Floppy Drive

Type: None

Video Input

Analog Video Format:NTSC
Digital Scene Transition:Black & white fader / Black fader / Dissolve / Door wipe / Fade trigger / Mosaic fader / Random / Scroll wide / Slide wipe / White fader/Black & white fader / Black fader / Dissolve / Door wipe / Mosaic fader / Random / Scroll wipe / Slide wipe / White fader
Digital Zoom:400
Media Type:S-VHS ET / VHS-C
Special Effects:Animation / Black & White / Cinema / Classic Film / Sepia / Slow Shutter / Strobe / Twilight
Type:Camcorder

Viewfinder

Viewfinder Color Support:Color
Viewfinder Type:LCD
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