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JVC GR-DVL310 Mini DV Digital Camcorder

JVC GR-DVL310 Mini DV Digital Camcorder
JVC GR-DVL310 Mini DV Digital CamcorderJVC GR-DVL310 Mini DV Digital Camcorder
alaScore 71

21 reviews

Jan, 2025

alaTest has collected and analyzed 21 reviews of JVC GR-DVL310 Mini DV Digital Camcorder. The average rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. People really like the size and battery. The image quality and price are also appreciated, but some have doubts about the memory and viewfinder.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the JVC GR-DVL310 Mini DV Digital Camcorder is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 71/100 = Good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for JVC GR-DVL310 Mini DV Digital Camcorder

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 10 user reviews of JVC GR-DVL310 Mini DV Digital Camcorder from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com. People really like the battery. The price also gets good reviews. Many are negative about the usability. There are some mixed views about the image quality.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Jan, 2025

Expert review by : Robin Liss (camcorderinfo.com)

JVC GR-DVL310U Camcorder Review - JVC MiniDV Camcorders

 

JVC's GR-DVL310U retails for $899.95, but is available on the market now for around $500. It is a strong camcorder that gives good-quality video and good sound without costing a fortune, but it doesn't come with a whole lot of extras.

Dec, 2001
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Used to be a nice camera, but now it error "EO4".

 

I agree with the other reviews that this is a nice entry-level miniDV camera. The light is handy, though it drains the battery REALLY quickly. The battery life isn't bad, but the batteries don't last long. That is, once you've recharged them a couple ...

Great picture, good price, nice light included and comfortable form factor.

Battery life, small screen, B&W viewfinder, goofy still shot, and, oh yeah, IT DOESN'T WORK!

Jan, 2005
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Very nice camcorder for the non-professional

 

Being in the position of a non-professional user, I can say this is a very nice model. The camcorder is light, small and comes at an attractive price. It has a 10x optical zoom, which I felt is more than sufficient for shooting family videos. Actually,...

True colors, lightweight, good manual, DV movie quality

Nothing essential for the non-professional

May, 2004
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Good value camera.

 

This camera give you dvd quality and cd sound without hurting your pocket. I've owned this camera for just over a year now and I never had any mechanical problems with it. Ive found the factory battery to last for about an hour which isnt bad in...

Good camera for price.

still camera doesnt record on a memory chip.

Feb, 2003
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Doesn't do the MiniDV format justice..

 

I bought the DVL310U to shoot a behind-the-scenes documentary to go along with the independent film I produced. I knew I wanted a miniDV, and it had to be small, and cherried out, but most importantly it had to be cheap. Unfortunately the DVL310U is so...

Small, fair price, decent picture quality,built-in keylight.

Terrible audio, battery life, accessories difficult to find, no external mic input

Jan, 2002
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

JVC GRDVL310U Superb Digital Video at Affordable Pricing

 

Compact size, Cost, Features, ease of use, great picture

Limited optical zoom, no external microphone jack

Dec, 2001
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

I like it.

 

My wife and I needed a good camcorder, and we really like this one. It is easy to use, it is small, and very clear. It comes with software so you can make pictures out of the video, plus you can take snapshots while you are filming. It has a lot of...

Very Small, easy to use.

The zoom isn't that good.

Sep, 2001
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

A Darned Good Camera

 

I have always wanted a camcorder, and this one is my first. I spent quite a bit of time in the store comparing prices and options, and chose the JVC GR-DVL310U because it was the biggest bang for the buck.

Easy to use, lightweight, inexpensive, good picture, good color

4-, 6-, and 8-hour batteries are very difficult to find

Jul, 2001
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

JVC GR-DVL310U MiniDV Digital Camcorder - Zoom-Zoom-Zoom. Where Is My Optical Zoom?

 

Compact and lightweight, good picture and sound, low price, features, remote

Only 10x optical zoom, no USB connection

Jun, 2001
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

Overall a fantastic buy !!

 

I basically researched all dv cameras in this price range (street price of $600). Panasonic 51 and 101, the canon zr20 and samsung..In other words all the entry level dv cameras for all major brands. Style wise the canon was the "coolest", panasonic...

Best camera for the price

I wish it had USB instead of a serial port. (nit picking)

Jun, 2001
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