JVC Everio GZMG57 1.3MP 30GB Hard Disk Drive Digital Media Camcorder with 15x Optical Zoom | 
| Brand: JVC
Buy New: $360.00
New (3) Refurbished (2) from $360.00
Rating:  14 reviews
Sales Rank: 5106
Media: Electronics
Optical Zoom: 15
Display Size: 2.7
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.8
Dimensions (in): 2.8 x 2.8 x 4.3
Warranty: 1
MPN: GZMG57US
Model: GZMG57
UPC: 046838028557
EAN: 0046838028557
ASIN: B000I5W7IK
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 30 GB hard drive camcorder, high-quality MPEG-2 recording | | • | F1.2 lens, 1.3-megapixel CCD, 15x optical zoom | | • | 2.7-inch widescreen LCD monitor, power-linked operation | | • | USB 2.0 high-speed interface; 12x transfer rate | | • | 3-dimensional noise reduction for clear picture |
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Product Description
Everio for every photo opportunity. JVC Everio camcorder means no tapes or discs. It uses large hard-drive storage for memory - up to 37 hours in ECO mode. It can shoot video and still images - standard and widescreen. Transfer recorded video and still images directly to a PC or Macintosh computer (software provided). Print stills on any PictBridge printer without a PC. Program AutoExposure modes (AE) make shooting images easy. View them on the built-in 2.7" LCD widescreen. Amazingly compact and lightweight, the GZ-MG57US is the camcorder you can take anywhere, anytime. INDEX/DATA button on LCD for one-touch confirmation of remaining battery time, even when off, and hard disk free space Stick Control on LCD for easy operation Easy Direct DVD allows DVD creation via USB connection without a PC (optional accessory required - CU-DV10U) Icon Event Pre-registration for easy playlist viewing and DVDcreation Auto Illumination Light 2.7? 16 - 9 Widescreen Clear LCD Monitor Hybrid Digital Image Stabilization Power-Linked Operation SD Memory Card Slot for Extra Data Storage Shoots 4 - 3 standard and 16 - 9 Widescreen selectable Remote Control Program AE (Selection - Stick Control) (Modes - Shutter Priority / Twilight / Spot light / Sports / Snow) (Auto Mode Button) User-Friendly Graphical User Interface Thumbnail Picture mode Icon Playlist/Event Pre-registration On camera Editing Power-Linked Operation Multi-Language On-Screen menus Self-Timer (2sec/10sec) Is PictBridge compatible Unit Dimensions (WxHxD) inches - 2 11/16 x 2 3/4 x 4 5/16 / Approximate Weight (lbs.) -. 75
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| Customer Reviews: Read 9 more reviews...
 Excellent camcorder. Excellent value. October 24, 2006
J. Hann (Billerica, MA USA)
56 out of 56 found this review helpful
JVC's G-series camcorders are an excellent value. The GZMG57 is no exception. I bought this for my wife and she is thrilled. She likes the point-and-click simplicity, the millions of features, the simple video browsing (playback) mode, and the quality of the video.
Some professional reviewers rate the JVC lens technology lower than the Sony, because in theory the Sony's lens is superior. In practice, there is no difference. The Sony's touch-screen menus are a big hassle, too.
To us, this model is the perfect mix of features and cost. It takes wonderful INDOOR pictures (as well as outdoor) thanks to a f1.2 lens, has a built-in light (unlike the GZMG7x models), shoots wide-screen (16:9), stores 7 hours of highest quality video, has an SDRAM card (and easy controls to transfer to / from the hard drive), and a 15x zoom.
It also works with our Mac and PC (on the Mac, I recommend that you just use the built-in iDVD software instead of the JVC software).
The Sony SC100 has a much larger hard drive, but that's about it. That's not enough to justify a $250 price differential, IMHO.
Pleasantly surprised December 24, 2006
Cheezr (Boynton Beach, FL USA)
33 out of 33 found this review helpful
After reading all the "professional" reviews, i decided to try the MG57 anyway and i am completely pleased. It may not be a top of the line, pro video / coffee maker but it is a very competent video camera.
The manual is actually useful although you dont need it. The menus are easy to use and on "auto" the camera takes very good video or stills.
I chose this over the MG77 because it has a video light (vs. a flash) and I dont expect to take serious still pics with it (although the stills are quite good).
The controls and menus are really well thought out (big change from most gadgets like my cell phone ;-)
the size and weight are very good and the unit is always ready to use, just open the lcd and 3 seconds later you are recording!
Mac SW is supplied for trimming the clips and combining them into one file for burning or opening in iMovie, this sw is simple but easy to use and does exactly what is needed.
This is a very competent little camera and i expect to get a lot of enjoyment out of it.
P.S. Most of my video's are taken indoors and for best results i do manually set the white balance (very easy). The low light video is quite acceptable to me (as good as my sony DC20 but without the tape bother).
Great Camcorder Overall March 11, 2007
Shane (Washington State)
29 out of 29 found this review helpful
This is a great camcorder. It is very small, compact, easy to run, and even looks nice. It actually fits in most average size digital camera cases. I've not had it all that long, but so far I am pleased with it. Let me just list the pros and cons; hopefully it is helpful.
Pros:
*30G Hard Disk Drive is massive.
*Recharges in less than 2 hours.
*Can be used while pluged in to the AC adapter/charger.
*Relatively easy to use--self explanatory manual and on-screen display.
*Digital pics are better than I expected.
*Plugs right into TV/VCR/DVD for playback/burning/recording.
*Indoor average light situation was acceptable for me; everything shows up fine (though in lower than average light, the video gets a bit grainy).
*The remote is great--you can put the camera on a stand and use the remote to record and zoom (and use for playback/TV mode).
Cons:
*Battery is only good for about 60 minutes.
*Software is not very good; it bogs down my computer and is not easy to use (Edit 1 October 2007: The software is horrible and almost worthless)
*Light on camera is only good close up (though this was expected).
*Record button is a split-second slow when shutting recording off.
*The view screen cannot bend backwards more than 90 degrees; it only twists up and down.
In summary, I am happy with the camera and think it was worth the money. I may at some point have to purchase or find better software to edit these movies. They do, by the way, play on the newest Windows Media player (version 11?). I also plan on getting another battery for a back-up.
Great Camcorder January 10, 2007
Chad C. Wallet
8 out of 14 found this review helpful
This Camcorder works very well thus far. Very easy to use without having to pour over the included manual. I have not tried to use the included software yet to burn a DVD, so I can't comment on that. They camcorder looks great, is the perfect size, has great features that others didn't (built in light) and seems to take great videos in all light conditions. I would hightly recommend this camera.
great for concerts May 13, 2007
Kris Miranda
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Sure, the low-light isn't fantastic, but the gain-up does help, and the sound quality is excellent. I've used it for concerts by a cappella groups, a jazz band, and more, and haven't yet been disappointed.
The DVD-making software is also fun, although it took me a lot of trial and error to finally put together something I could be remotely proud of.
Definitely buy another, longer-lasting battery, though.
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