JVC Camcorder DCR HC40 User Manual

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JVC Everio with removable Microdrive  
In many ways, the two Everio Microdrive cameras from JVC are  
what the video market has been waiting for – a practical alternative  
to tape. And with even larger capacity Microdrives than the initial  
4GB versions imminent, the format promises a great deal.  
The Microdrive itself is just 1.5in square, and can be inserted  
and removed from the camera easily. It is also be possible for to  
remove the Microdrive and insert it into a card reader connected  
to a PC. We say PC, because the new Microdrives (which use  
A Microdrive is a removable hard drive form of recording. It MPEG2 compression) are not Mac-compatible – an issue being  
offers picture quality comparable with that of MPEG2 DVD addressed currently by Apple and JVC.  
cams, but due to the size of the drive the  
The Everio range is capable of a maximum video resolution of  
product is much more compact than DVD. 720 x 576 and at a maximum transfer rate of 8.5Mbps (megabits  
JVC is currently the only manufacturer per second). These figures are translated into an ultra mode on  
to use this format and has unveiled two  
the camera, which will see users being able to store 60 minutes  
camcorders in its Everio Microdrive of video on the supplied 4GB Microdrive.  
range. The GZ-MC100 and GZ-MC200  
Also nominated  
Sony HDR-FX1  
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share exactly the same specification,  
Sony’s consumer high-definition camcorder.  
Reviewed issue #198  
differing only in design. The format is  
being touted as a new concept in digital  
media cameras, and an indication to the  
future of home moviemaking.  
Samsung VP-D6050i  
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Digital cam and powerful 5.25 megapixel digital  
still camera in one – but with two lenses!  
Reviewed issue #196  
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Sony DCR-HC40  
The HC40 is one of those camcorders you just know you’re going  
to like. From the compact, sleek and ergonomic design to the  
features list that plays to the enthusiast crowd with its manual  
controls and computer friendly connections – it’s a great cam.  
The camcorder features DV-in/out, AV-in/out, S-video  
in/out, USB output and an external microphone jack. It  
also throws in LANC control, a 10x optical zoom, 2.5in  
touchscreen LCD, megapixel stills and the ability to  
create MPEG4 video clips. And Sony has managed to  
do all this in a package that weighs a measly 0.46kg  
and measures just 50 x 92 x 112mm (w x h x d).  
High scores were recorded across the board in our test,  
with our reviewer remarking on particularly vibrant colours, full of  
punch and vigour. Test material also exhibited a very high level  
of fine detail – great for those close-ups – and was free from  
shimmer or jitter. The sensible location of controls meant that  
handling and motor noise were not a problem. In fact, so good  
is the HC40 that we were left wondering how Sony – or anyone  
else – could top it!  
‘The HC40 is easy to hold, and  
delivers the type of images and  
functionality needed to make a  
successful digital camcorder. It’s  
already set a benchmark for  
compact DV cams in 2004’  
reviewed issue #190  
Also nominated  
Canon MVX35i  
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Excellent performance from this  
fully-featured upright mini DV cam.  
Reviewed issue #197  
JVC GR-DZ7  
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2 megapixel-capable mini DV cam, with  
a range of manual features and sockets.  
Reviewed issue #195  
044 camcorder user #200  
 

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