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JVC GC-QX3HD Camera Review
There is a lot you can expect to receive from your new JVC GC-QX3HD digital camera. You can expect reliable quality and consistent picture taking. You can also expect to receive some JVC GC-QX3HD accessories with your camera. You'll get the JVC GC-QX3HD manual and always important JVC GC-QX3HD lens which makes the JVC GC-QX3HD digital SLR camera worthy of having. One item you will likely want to purchase in addition to your JVC GC-QX3HD accessories, if it does not come packaged in a JVC GC-QX3HD kit or bundle, is the JVC GC-QX3HD leather case. These cases help to preserve your camera and protecting the JVC GC-QX3HD body housing the digital camera parts and memory sticks or cards.
JVC GC-QX3HD Digital Camera Specifications
| General |
Model Number |
GC-QX3HD |
| Camera Format |
Compact |
| Currently Manufactured |
No |
| Retail Price |
$1099.00 |
| Street Price |
$149.00 |
| Price Update Date |
2005-01-25 |
| Date Available |
2001-01-08 |
| Remote Control |
No |
| Tripod Mount |
Yes |
| Tripod Mount Material |
Plastic |
| Operating System |
Win98, MacOS |
| Weight |
290 g
10.1 oz |
| Weight With Batteries? |
No |
| Size |
101 x 67 x 59 mm
4.0 x 2.6 x 2.3 in |
| Image Capture |
Image Resolution |
2032x1536, 1024x768, 640x480 |
| Movie Resolution |
160x120 |
| Aspect Ratio |
4:3 |
| CCD Sensor (Megapixels) |
3.34 |
| CCD Size (inches) |
1/1.8" |
| CCD Filter Type |
RGBG |
| Movie Audio |
Yes |
| Quality Levels |
3 |
| Lens |
Focal Length (35mm equivalent) |
37 - 86 mm |
| Zoom Ratio |
2.32x |
| Digital Zoom |
Yes |
| Digital Zoom Values |
Up to 3.1x |
| Auto Focus |
Yes |
| Auto Focus Assist Light? |
No |
| Manual Focus |
Yes |
| Min Aperture |
f/2.8 |
| Max Aperture |
f/11.0 |
| Aperture Range Description |
f/2.8-3.8, 5.6, 8, 11 |
| Lens Thread Type |
Body Threads w/ adapter |
| Display |
Optical Viewfinder |
Yes |
| Optical VF Type |
Real Image |
| LCD Viewfinder |
Yes |
| LCD Size (inches) |
2.0 |
| LCD Resolution (pixels) |
200000 |
| Exposure |
ISO Settings |
80, 160, 320 |
| ISO Rating Max |
320 |
| Manual White Balance |
Yes |
| Longest Shutter Time |
1/4 |
| Shortest Shutter Time |
1/750 |
| Exp Adj Range |
2.0 EV |
| Exp Adj Step Size |
0.50 EV |
| Metering Modes |
Multi, Spot |
| Spot Metering |
Yes |
| Aperture Priority |
Yes |
| Shutter Priority |
No |
| Full Manual Exposure |
Yes |
| Self Timer |
1 or 8 sec |
| Flash |
Internal Flash |
Yes |
| No of Flash Modes |
3 |
| Flash Modes |
Auto, Red-eye reduction, Off |
| Flash Range Default ISO (meters) |
2.5 |
| Flash Range Description |
Up to 2.5 meters |
| Ext Flash |
No |
| Image Storage |
Usable Memory Types |
SmartMedia |
| Memory Included (MB) |
8.0 |
| Uncompressed Format |
TIFF |
| CCD Raw Format |
No |
| Compressed Format |
JPEG |
| Movie File Format |
Proprietary |
| Connectivity |
Video Out |
Yes |
| Video Mode Switchable |
No |
| External Connections |
USB 1.1 |
| Other Connection |
1080i HDTV output, proprietary high-speed interface for JVC GV-SP2 photo printer |
| Included Software |
USB driver, Video Player application, Presto! Mr. Photo, Presto! PhotoAlbum, Presto! ImageFolio |
| OS Compatibility |
Win98, MacOS |
| Performance Timing |
Startup Time |
3.0 seconds |
| Record -> Play (max res) |
1.0 seconds |
| Movie Sec @ Max Res |
20 |
| Power |
Battery Form Factor |
BN-V37U |
| Usable Battery Types |
Lithium |
| Batteries Included |
BN-V37U |
| Battery Charger Included |
Yes |
| More Information |
Notes & Features |
Bundled with Rechargeable Battery, AC Adapter/Battery Charger, 8MB SmartMedia Card, Hand Strap, USB Cable, CD-ROM, HDTV Output Cable and Video Cable. Has a 1080i HDTV output (1080 scanning line interlaced). NR Pro-Still (Noise Reduction) mode takes multiple exposures and uses the data to reduce random noise (JVC claims a 9db rduction). DCF and DPOF compliant. Black and White*, Sepia*, and Negi-Posi modes (picture is converted in playback). Cold-forged aluminum chassis with carbon-fiber reinforced polymer back. Video clips are 200KB or less, bundled proprietary software (220KB) required for playback. Bundled charger doubles as an AC adapter. LCD display has 30 frames per second refresh. |
When purchasing this digital camera, give it a full JVC GC-QX3HD review. Check the buttons and screen, make certain it fits your hand, or purchase the JVC GC-QX3HD power grip. Check the features and capabilities. Know how to quickly change settings for light and indoor or outdoor settings. There is no film, so speed settings is not required - however you can set the frame rate on the JVC GC-QX3HD digital camera for the video or for quick display settings. Your JVC GC-QX3HD even allows you take a fast sequence of pictures when the setting is set for it - and can take intermittent action shots, catching it all on disk. JVC GC-QX3HD Power GripBefore you purchase, check to see what JVC GC-QX3HD rebate is available, if at all. And if you are not able to supplement the purchase of additional JVC GC-QX3HD accessories from the savings set forth by a rebate - try to find the JVC GC-QX3HD wholesale priced from a distribution outlet. Once you know which camera you want, in this case the JVC GC-QX3HD, it is just a matter of finding it for the best price. Don;t be afraid to ask questions about the JVC GC-QX3HD camera or JVC GC-QX3HD lenses while you are shopping, this is the only way you will find out what the location has to offer, and if there is some other product they are trying to push. All in all the JVC GC-QX3HD camera is an excellent purchase and will provide you with excellent picture taking for years and tears, provided you maintain and care for your JVC GC-QX3HD digital SLR camera. Enjoy your new find and take your memories with you wherever you may roam - with the JVC GC-QX3HD powergrip digital camera.
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