JVC Everio GZ-HD3, Everio GZ-HD7 Release Note

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JVC Announces New 3CCD High Definition

Hard Disk Drive Camcorder

New palm-sized HD Everio GZ-HD3 delivers hi-def performance to a wider market

Model for outside Japan

JVC (Victor Company of Japan, Ltd.) today announced the launch of a new consumer high definition

camcorder that combines a 3-CCD image sensor, high definition 1440 x 1080 recording and embedded

60GB hard disk storage in a compact size that fits in the palm of the hand.

The new HD Everio GZ-HD3 follows the launch earlier this year of the high definition HD Everio GZ-HD7,

which combined the pristine image quality of high definition with the convenience and high capacity of

recording to a built-in hard drive With the new GZ-HD3, JVC brings these same benefits to a wider

audience in a palm-sized camcorder that’s easy to carry and offers point-and-shoot simplicity.

Note: "Full HD 1080” refers to interlace recording in the 1080 vertical pixel High Definition format.

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Main Features of HD Everio GZ-HD3

1. 3-CCD Camera System for 1440x1080 HD Recording

• By using three 16:9 progressive scan CCDs, each dedicated to one of the three primary colors –

red, green, blue – the image sensor can capture truly lifelike images and deliver vivid and accurate

color reproduction. Since the CCDs themselves are 16:9, they record a pixel array with native 16:9

dimensions for viewing on an HDTV and authoring to DVD or Blu-ray disc. The lens block also uses

CCD pixel shift technology to increase horizontal and vertical resolution.

● As is the case with the GZ-HD7, the GZ-HD3’s image processing is driven by JVC’s HD Gigabrid

Engine, which processes images from the progressive CCDs in native progressive to maintain as much

quality as possible while applying five different noise reduction technologies to improve vertical resolution

by approximately 30 percent from previous JVC Standard Definition camcorders. Images are reproduced

with the depth and richness only possible with high-definition television, and feature natural skin tones,

and vivid, glossy colors, especially green.

Luminance Signal

Color-Difference

Signal

Matrix Processing

Luminance Signal

Noise Reduction

Color Signal

Noise Reduction

3-Dimension

Noise

Reduction

P-I

Conversion

Video

Encoder

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Cb

<Spurious Signal Suppression>
<Color Reproductivity Improvement>
<Contour Correction>

<Noise Reduction>

Image

Interpolation

Processing

Color Signal

Processing

G CCD

Sensor

< Progressive >

< Interlace >

R CCD

Sensor

B CCD

Sensor

<14 bit A/D
conversion>

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• The HD Everio GZ-HD3 uses a KONICA MINOLTA HD LENS,

developed to ensure optimum performance with JVC’s 3-

CCD and HD recording technologies. The zoom lens features

an ultra-compact hybrid aspherical lens system using low

dispersion glass that plays a pivotal role in reducing

aberrations and captures HD images with vivid colors and

high resolution. The lens structure also contributes to the

miniaturization of the camera.

2. Built-in 60GB HDD for 7 Hours of HD Recording

In addition to an SP mode that allows up to

about seven hours of HD recording, the GZ-

HD3 is also equipped with an XP mode that

records at a higher bit rate for those extra

special scenes. There’s also a 1440CBR mode,

which is convenient for those who wish to edit

using HDV-compatible software.

3. Compact Body; Simple Controls

To make it easy to take the GZ-

HD3 anywhere, the palm-sized

camcorder features a lightweight,

compact body 27% smaller than

the GZ-HD7, and weighing a mere

670 grams (1.5 lbs.). It also offers

point-and-shoot simplicity so no

crucial scenes are missed, plus

manual controls for more ambitious

users.

4. Full Complement of Interfaces

JVC equipped the GZ-HD3 with a

wide range of interface terminals,

including HDMI and component

outputs so HD footage can be

viewed on the latest HDTV

displays. And standard AV-S

terminals that output a down-

converted SD signal provide connectivity to ordinary Standard Definition TVs. USB and i.LINK connectors

are included for transferring recordings to a personal computer for editing.

Rec Mode Resolution Recording Rate Rec Time

(approx)

XP 1440×1080i VBR: max. 30Mbps 5 hrs.

SP 1440×1080i VBR: max. 22Mbps 7 hrs.

1440CBR* 1440×1080i ＣBR: approx.27Mbps 5 hrs.

*for HDV compatible stream via i.LINK

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5. PC-less Archiving Using Exclusive DVD Burner

By connecting the GZ-HD3 directly to the optional CU-VD40

HD Everio SHARE STATION via USB, no PC required, the

user can burn HD footage to 12cm DVD discs to make

backups and permanent archives of selected scenes in any

desired order with just a few simple

steps. Approximately 55 minutes of SP

mode-recorded HD footage can be

stored on 8.5GB dual layer DVD disc.

The CU-VD40 can also be used with

the GZ-HD7, and plays back in HD via HDMI or component, and in standard

definition as well.

6. Bundled HD Editing CyberLink BD Solution™ Software for Windows, Plug in for Mac

Using the supplied software, it is possible to view and edit HD footage on a Windows® PC, as well as

author that footage to DVD and Blu-ray discs. A plug-in is also provided that allows Mac users to import

the HD footage into editing applications like iMovie HD and Final Cut Pro.

Other HD Everio GZ-HD3 Features

1. Various shooting assist and manual functions:

- Focus Assist outlines the in-focus part of the picture in red, blue or green to make focusing easier;

- Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) provides important stability for hand held shooting;

- The Zebra Function puts a stripe pattern on highlighted parts of the picture to assist in setting the

exposure manually;

- Program AE includes Aperture- and Shutter-Priority;

- Joystick control for easy selection and operation of manual

settings and menu items, including manual focus and quick

control of focus mode.

Focus Assist in focus outline Zebra Pattern on highlights