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41 reviews
May, 2025
alaTest has collected and analyzed 41 reviews of JVC GR-DVL510 Mini DV Digital Camcorder. The average rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. Opinions about the size and durability are on the whole positive. The portability and price also get good views. Many are negative about the zoom and reliability.
usability, price, portability, durability, size
battery, reliability, zoom
We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the JVC GR-DVL510 Mini DV Digital Camcorder is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 73/100 = Good quality.
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alaTest has collected and analyzed 25 user reviews of JVC GR-DVL510 Mini DV Digital Camcorder from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com. People are impressed by the battery and price. The portability and usability are also appreciated, but many are critical about the reliability and image quality.
usability, portability, price, battery
image quality, reliability
100% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.
Expert review by : Robin Liss (camcorderinfo.com)
JVC's GR-DVL510U is another in JVC's line of sleek, lightweight camcorders. It weighs only 1.3 pounds and measures 3.82in. x 3.27in. x 7.41in. It retails at $999.95 but is available on the market for around $550. The DVL510U is an improvement on the...
Consumer review (epinions.com)
This camera may be what you are looking for if you occasionally shoot video of your kids, pets, or o ...
User friendly interface, detailed manual, affordable price, durable.
Poor on-line support, no on-line driver database, Windows XP doesn't always support this camera.
Consumer review (epinions.com)
User friendly interface, detailed manual, affordable price, durable.
Poor on-line support, no on-line driver database, Windows XP doesn't always support this camera.
Consumer review (epinions.com)
Inexpensive,Great Feature's for price, Lightweight.Easy to use
None
Consumer review (epinions.com)
I just recently purchased this camera, and I was really surprised at how easy it is to use, all the functions are very easy to learn. I purchased a new returned unit at Best Buy for 399.00 and bought a four year service agreement for 99.00 so I...
Inexpensive,Great Feature's for price, Lightweight.Easy to use
None
Consumer review (epinions.com)
I love it. It is all that I ever wanted in a video camera, other than a microphone jack. I bought it because I really enjoy being able to produce good video, and this is almost impossible without being able to use your computer with your camera. I had ...
great quality, easy to use, works well, good value, lightweight
Bad still pictures, no external microphone jack, short optical zoom
Consumer review (epinions.com)
Why did I buy this JVC Camcorder? Well, because of all the great reviews I read. The first review that got my attention on JVC Digital Video Cameras was from TechTV (on the DVL505 model). With all the positive remarks about the JVC Digital Video...
Excellent quality video/sound, added bonus of a digital still camera
Nothing really, yet...
Consumer review (epinions.com)
This is a great buy for the novice or experienced video enthusiast. I had last years model 310 and stepped up to the 510 this year. JVC made some improvements but they also cut some features apparently to save cost. The good things: The video camera...
MMC Memory Stick for storing Still images, Excellent auto focus, Blank Search, USB Connectivity,
Low night lighting, Integrated battery charger, Minimal function remote,
Consumer review (epinions.com)
My wife wanted a digital camera. I wanted a camcorder. With the JVC GR-DVL510U we have the best of both worlds. Images are crystal clear as a camcorder and very good as a digital camera. Snapshot mode allows for still pictures or you can pull still...
Easy to use. Comes with software to edit video and capture stills. Small & lightweight
Cannot find third party battery that is compatible. JVC batteries are expensive
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