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Reviews of the JVC Everio GZ-MG730 (30GB, black)

  • 6.6

    CNET Review

    October 31, 2008

    The Good: Solid standard-definition video quality; above-average photo quality; manual controls; small, comfortable design; dock and remote included.

    The Bad: Tricky menu navigation and polarizing interface; no external mic, headphone jacks; overpriced; unnecessarily uses too-small microSD media.

    The Bottom Line: The JVC Everio GZ-MG730 produces acceptable standard-def video and good photos in bright light, but considering its price tag, it's ultimately disappointing.

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  • 9.0

    alaTest.com

    By alaTest | November 21, 2009

    Review Summary: Experts rate this product 69/100 and users 82/100. Comparing these reviews to 104854 other Camcorders reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 90/100 = Excellent.

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  • 7.0

    trustedreviews.com

    By James Morris | October 4, 2008

    Review Summary: James thinks that this camcorder is a bit of an oddity. Find out why...

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  • 8.0

    news.com.au

    By Chris Jager | May 12, 2008

    Review Summary: The Everio GZ-MG730 is an above average camcorder that puts image quality above consumer-friendly gimmicks. It might be a little pricey for a standard-def model, but its output will not disappoint.

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  • 7.5

    goodgearguide.com.au

    By Chris Jager | April 30, 2008

    Review Summary: The Everio GZ-MG730 is an above average camcorder that puts image quality above consumer-friendly gimmicks. It might be a little pricey for a standard-def model, but its output will not disappoint.

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Manufacturer: JVC

Part number: GZ-MG730B

General

  • Product Type Camcorder
  • Enclosure Color Onyx black
  • Digital Zoom 300 x
  • Optical Sensor Size 1/2.5"
  • Optical Sensor Type CCD
  • Digital Video Format MPEG-2
  • Special Effects Sepia, Strobe, Classic Film, Black & White
  • Image Stabilizer Electronic
  • Digital Scene Transition Door wipe, Slide wipe, Black fader, Corner wipe, Scroll wipe, White fader, Window wipe, Shutter wipe, Black & white fader
  • Min Shutter Speed 1/2 sec
  • Max Shutter Speed 1/4000 sec
  • Shooting Modes Digital photo mode
  • Shooting Programs Snow, Spotlight, Sports mode, Portrait mode, Twilight mode
  • White Balance Custom, Presets, Automatic
  • White Balance Presets Fine, Cloudy, Halogen
  • Exposure Modes Program, Automatic, Shutter-priority
  • Camera Flash Built-in flash
  • Flash Modes Auto mode
  • Widescreen Video Capture Yes

Main Features

  • Camcorder Sensor Resolution 7.38 megapixels
  • Color Support Color
  • Auto Exposure Bracketing 3 steps
  • Still Image Format JPEG
  • Remote Control Remote control - Infrared
  • TV Tuner None

Memory / Storage

  • Floppy Drive None
  • Digital Storage Media Hard disk drive - Built-in - 30 GB
  • Image Storage JPEG 3072 x 2304, JPEG 3072 x 1728, JPEG 2592 x 1944, JPEG 2592 x 1456, JPEG 1920 x 1080, JPEG 1600 x 1200, JPEG 1280 x 720, JPEG 640 x 480
  • Media Type Hard disk drive

Lens System

  • Type Zoom lens - 6.3 mm - 63 mm - F/3.5
  • Focal Length 6.3 mm - 63 mm
  • Lens Aperture F/3.5
  • Optical Zoom 10 x
  • Lens system type Zoom lens
  • Min focal length 6.3 mm
  • Max focal length 63 mm
  • Auto Focus TTL contrast detection
  • Features Built-in lens shield
  • Filter Size 43 mm
  • Focus Adjustment Manual, Automatic
  • Zoom Adjustment Motorized drive

Additional Features

  • Self Timer Yes
  • Self Timer Delay 2 sec, 10 sec
  • Digital Still Camera Function Yes
  • Additional Features DPOF support, Direct print, Auto power save, Date/time stamp, Built-in speaker, Histogram display, PictBridge support, USB 2.0 compatibility, Backlight compensation, Digital image rotation, Digital noise reduction, Dolby Digital AC-3 (2 channel) recording
  • Remote control Remote control - Infrared
  • Software Drivers & Utilities, CyberLink PowerCinema, CyberLink PowerDirector, CyberLink PowerProducer, JVC Digital Photo Navigator
  • Included Accessories Docking station, Camcorder shoulder strap

Viewfinder

  • Viewfinder Type None

Display

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

Digital Player (Recorder)

  • Type None

Microphone

  • Type Microphone - Built-in
  • Microphone Features Wind noise reduction

Connections

  • Connector Type 1 x USB, 1 x Composite video/audio output, 1 x DC power input, 1 x Docking station, 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK)
  • Expansion Slot(s) 1 x MicroSD

Audio Input

  • Audio input type Microphone
  • Microphone type Built-in
  • Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
  • Microphone Technology Electret condenser

System Requirements for PC Connection

  • Peripheral Devices USB port, CD-ROM drive

Miscellaneous

  • Carrying Case None
  • Cables Included A/V cable, USB cable

Power

  • Power Device Power adapter - External

Battery

  • Supported Battery JVC BN-VF808
  • Supported Battery 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )

Viewfinder / Display

  • Display Form Factor Rotating
  • Display Format 112,000 pixels

Environmental Parameters

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

Physical Characteristics

  • Width 2.7 in
  • Depth 4.7 in
  • Height 2.7 in
  • Weight 11.8 oz

Product Photos

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  • TP
  • SD
  • BK

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JVC Everio GZ-MG730 (30GB, black)

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