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JVC Everio GZ-HD5

JVC Everio GZ-HD5
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alaScore 79

32 reviews

Nov, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 32 reviews of JVC Everio GZ-HD5. The average rating for this product is 3.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. Comments about the durability and design are overall positive. The image quality and portability are also mentioned favorably. Views are divided on the price. Some have doubts about the viewfinder and battery.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the JVC Everio GZ-HD5 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 79/100 = Good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for JVC Everio GZ-HD5

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of JVC Everio GZ-HD5 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 5.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.co.uk.

100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for JVC Everio GZ-HD5

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 11 user reviews of JVC Everio GZ-HD5 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 2.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com. Views about the size and usability are overall positive. The image quality and design are also appreciated, whereas there are some mixed comments about the price.

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55% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : PC Advisor (techadvisor.co.uk)

JVC Everio GZ-HD5 review

 

The JVC Everio GZ-HD5 is a digital camcorder that uses three charge-coupled devices (CCDs) to record high-definition video to its built-in 60GB hard drive.

May, 2009
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Expert review by : James Galbraith, (techworld.com)

JVC Everio GZ-HD5 review

 

The JVC Everio GZ-HD5 is a digital camcorder that uses three charge-coupled devices (CCDs) to record high-definition video to its built-in 60GB hard drive.

Despite its compact size and 3-CCD capture capability, JVC's Everio GZ-HD5 offers mediocre video and still quality.

Aug, 2008
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Expert review by : James Galbraith (macworld.co.uk)

JVC Everio GZ-HD5 review

 

JVC's latest camcorder combines 3-CCD technology, hard drive storage and high definition video recording. Discover what we think of this high-tech camcorder.

60GB hard drive; microSD slot for additional storage capacity

Difficult to transfer video to Mac; mediocre video image quality; short battery life

Despite its compact size and 3-CCD capture capability, JVC’s Everio GZ-HD5 offers mediocre video and still quality. Couple that with difficult file transfer and editing problems and it's hard to recommend this camcorder over other, more compatible...

Aug, 2008
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Expert review by : James Galbraith (pcworld.com)

JVC Everio GZ-HD5

 

MicroSD slot for additional storage capacity ; 60GB hard drive

Difficult to transfer video to Mac ; Mediocre video image quality ; Short battery life

Aug, 2008
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Expert review by : Rasesh Tanna (technews.in)

JVC Everio GZ-HD5 and EVerio GZ-HD6 HD

 

JVC always do the right things in terms of experience and add-ons, but they don't always get the price right. This week they have decided to rolls out a few more high definition digital cameras the Everio GZ-HD5 and the GZ-HD6. Both these are available...

Jan, 2008
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Expert review by : James Galbraith (macworld.com)

Review: JVC Everio GZ-HD5 HD camcorder

 

JVC's Everio GZ-HD5 is a digital camcorder that uses three charge-coupled devices (CCDs) to record high-definition video to its built-in 60GB hard drive. The quality of the video captured on the GZ-HD5 was decent (though we've seen better), and the...

Light and compact, the barrel-shaped GZ-HD5 fit comfortably in the palm of my hand, with the record, zoom and, snapshot controls within easy reach for one-handed filming. The camcorder lacks a viewfinder, which would have been helpful for shooting in...

Aug, 2008
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Consumer review (productreview.com.au)

Fantastic clarity, easy to use

 

The camera is compact, lightweight, easy to use and produces a very clear high definition image. I can't believe how easy it is to upload footage to you tube to share with my family. I like the sleek design and the built in memory it save paying a high...

The ease of use and clarity of picture produced.

Still images are a bit lame

Apr, 2011
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Consumer review (epinions.com)

No High Def is better than poor High Def

 

The JVC Everio GZ-HD5 features three low resolution 1/5" sensors (3CCD) each with 570 pixels. Though these sensors may have worked well on JVC's GENESSA HD display, they do not work well for the Everio HD Camcorder. The MPEG 2-TS ...

Lightweight, easy to use, solid software,variety of inputs, multiple resolutions

Optical image stabilization terrible.  ; Colors are not realistic

Mar, 2009
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Consumer review (shopping.com)

No High Def is better than poor High Def

 

The JVC Everio GZ-HD5 features three low resolution 1/5" sensors (3CCD) each with 570 pixels.  Though these sensors may have worked well on JVC's GENESSA HD display, they do not work well for the Everio HD Camcorder.  The MPEG 2-TS compression and...

Lightweight, easy to use, solid software,variety of inputs, multiple resolutions

Optical image stabilization terrible.  Colors are not realistic

Mar, 2009
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Consumer review (cameraworld.com)

i would buy this product again and again

 

i loved it

"Durable","Great Sound","Comfortable to Operate","Simple Controls","Great Picture Quality","Versatile","Great Features"

"Bulky"

Sep, 2008
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