JVC GR-D796 Mini DV Camcorder

Intro: The JVC GR-D796 is a MiniDV-based, home-movie camcorder.Compared to other home-movie camcorders on the market, it is very inexpensive at around $270.

Noteworthy Features: Has a 34x optical zoom.Offers manual focus adjustment, whereas many camcorders have only auto-focus.

Weaker Features: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: Ideal for capturing important family events.This camera's built-in light will make it easier to film in dim environments.

Value: Overall, this camcorder's features are in line with its price.

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• Manufacturer: JVC America
• Part number: GRD796US

• General

• Product Type Camcorder
• Digital Zoom 800 x
• Optical Sensor Type CCD
• Digital Scene Transition Black fader
• White Balance Custom, Automatic, Presets
• Exposure Modes Automatic, Program
• Webcam Capability Yes
• Widescreen Video Capture Yes

• Main Features

• Camcorder Effective Still Resolution 0.4 megapixels
• Color Support Color
• Still Image Format JPEG
• TV Tuner None

• Memory / Storage

• Supported Flash Memory MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card
• Floppy Drive None
• Image Storage JPEG 640 x 480
• Media Type Mini DV
• Recording Speed LP, SP

• Lens System

• Type Zoom lens - 2.3 mm - 78.2 mm - F/2.0-4.8
• Focal Length 2.3 mm - 78.2 mm
• Lens Aperture F/2.0-4.8
• Optical Zoom 34 x
• Lens system type Zoom lens
• Min focal length 2.3 mm
• Max focal length 78.2 mm
• Auto Focus TTL contrast detection
• Filter Size 27 mm
• Focus Adjustment Automatic, Manual
• Zoom Adjustment Motorized drive

• Additional Features

• Low Lux / Night Mode Yes
• Digital Still Camera Function Yes
• Additional Features Takes photos while movie recording, Digital noise reduction
• Built-in Light Yes
• Included Accessories Strap

• Viewfinder

• Viewfinder Type Electronic

• Display

• Type LCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.7 in - Color

• Digital Player (Recorder)

• Type None

• Microphone

• Type Microphone - Built-in

• Connections

• Connector Type 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK)
• Expansion Slot(s) 1 x SD Memory Card

• Audio Input

• Audio input type Microphone
• Microphone type Built-in
• Microphone Operation Mode Stereo

• Miscellaneous

• Cables Included USB cable, A/V cable

• Power

• Power Device Power adapter - External

• Battery

• Supported Battery 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )

• Viewfinder / Display

• Display Form Factor Rotating
• Viewfinder Color Support Color

• Environmental Parameters

• Min Operating Temperature 32 ?F
• Max Operating Temperature 104 ?F

JVC America

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• Website: http://www.jvc.com/
• Address:

  1700 Valley Rd. Wayne, NJ 07470

• Phone: 800-526-5308