JVC GZ-MG730
| A | is outstanding and exceptional, rated in the top 10% of camcorders. |
| B | means they are good, with some standout features. |
| C | means they are mediocre, and probably more trouble than they are worth. |
| D & F | mean they are absolutely awful or old. Avoid at all costs. |
- 8th of 24 in JVC (#1 is JVC MG630)
- 51st of 133 in Mainstream Camcorders (#1 is Sony DCR-SX40)
- 18th of 48 in Hard Disk (#1 is JVC MG630)
- 22nd of 73 in Standard Definition (#1 is Sony DCR-SX40)
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Editors' Comments
The GZ-MG730 is the top of the line of JVC's MG-series hard drive camcorders. Though not HD-equipped, it packs a large 1/2.5-inch sensor that can record video and stills at 7.38 megapixels. The MG730 is also the world's first camcorder to feature a 1.3-inch hard drive, which allows it to be incredibly compact, small enough to fit in a large pocket. In addition to the hard drive, it also allows you to record video and stills to MicroSD cards, which can be handy in a pinch. The 35x optical zoom lens is only digitally stabilized (something of a disappointment) but the 2.7-inch widescreen LCD is touch-sensitive, which is a nice feature. In all, this is a great choice if you're not ready to jump up to a full HD camcorder.
Specifications
- Hard drive recording camcorder; 30GB drive
- MicroSD recording capability
- Large 1/2.5-inch, 7.38-megapixel sensor
- Standard definition MPEG-2 video
- Still image recording at 7.38 megapixels
- Widescreen 16:9 video; stills in 16:9 or 4:3
- 10x optical zoom, 300x digital zoom
- 2.7-inch widescreen LCD display
- Electronic image stabilization
- Everio dock included
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Answered Questions for the GZ-MG730
- Q: What is its max video capture resolution?
- A: That would be a resolution of 7.38 megapixels for both, if you check the specs. The irony is, that when... read more
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Product Information
| Manufacturer | JVC |
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| Part Number | GZ-MG730 |
| UPC | 46838033483 |
| Release Date | Feb 15, 2008 |
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