GZ-HD7
GZ-HD3
HD HARD DISK CAMCORDERS
Take a high-quality HD lens and 3CCD imager, couple it with high-rate HD recording
technology and high-capacity HDD storage, and the advantages add up to much more than
their sum. What you really get is quality that your precious memories deserve, and will stand
the test of time. HD video is not just for Hollywood anymore, it’s a new way to set the stage
and celebrate your life, with HD Everio.
With the GZ-HD7, the1920x1080i picture you get from the camera and FUJINON optics is maintained for recording,
with no conversion to degrade the full native resolution.
The new GZ-HD3 is the perfect addition to the HD Everio family. Designed to amaze everyone with its performance and
ease of use, the GZ-HD3 provides brilliant high definition recordings by boasting 3CCD imaging, KONICA MINOLTA HD
LENS, 60GB Hard Disk Drive, and more in a compact, consumer-friendly camera.
Now go and record your very own blockbuster movie.
JVC’s Complete World of Full HD
Once you’re done shooting, JVC’s various Full HD ready products are ready to
offer full enjoyment – from viewing on HDTV, to a PC-less archiving solution for
Full HD storage without a computer. So for Full HD that makes sense all the
way around, see how HD Everio’s advantages make the definitive difference.
GZ-HD3
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GZ-HD7
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GZ-HD7
Put the Best to the Test.
Our premier GZ-HD7 records Full HD 1920x1080 images for native HDTV
performance that’s ready for the future.
Capture All the Quality with Full HD 1920x1080 Recording
Full HD 1920x1080i recording means that all of the image information
you are capable of seeing on an HDTV display will be recorded at the
camcorder. Without losing any visual information to start with, this
native 1920x1080i resolution is maintained throughout the recording
to playback process from lens, CCD, MPEG2 Transport Stream and
output via HDMI or USB2.0 with no quality-degrading conversion.
1920
1080
Rec Mode Resolution CODEC Bit Rate Rec Time
FHD 1920x1080i MPEG2-TS / Variable Bit Rate
SP 1440x1080i Variable Bit Rate
1440CBR* 1440x1080i Constant Bit Rate
Video / Audio (approx.)
MPEG1 Layer 2 Max. 30Mbps 5 Hours
Ave. 26.6Mbps
Max. 22Mbps 7 Hours
Ave. 19Mbps
27Mbps
*For HDV compatible stream via i.LINK
5 Hours
FUJINON Professional Optical Zoom Lens
The GZ-HD7 utilises a lens designed for high definition by FUJINON.
FUJINON is the leader in professional camera lens for live HD images.
This lens features 3 aspherical elements and provides nearly the
same brightness (F1.8-1.9) throughout its zoom range. In addition,
the lens surface is coated with a new Electronic Beam Coating (EBC)
that greatly reduces degradation caused by light reflecting off the lens
surfaces, leading to greater light transmission and reduced flaring and
ghosting.
Zoom Ratio
Optical 10x / Digital 200x
F Stop
F1.8 – F1.9
Focal Length
F= 3.3mm – 33mm
The Leader in Professional HD Optics
FUJINON lenses are highly regarded and entrusted by major broadcasting and motion picture companies, holding over 60% worldwide
market share in the professional HD industry. As a consumer product,
the GZ-HD7 is the first camcorder offered with FUJINON lens.
Three 1/5" Progressive Scan CCDs with Pixel Shift Technology
For bright, realistic colours the HD Everio uses three 1/5-inch CCDs –
one each for red, green and blue. Naturally, by having dedicated
CCDs for each primary colour, the camera is able to gather the
maximum visual information which leads to more realistic colour
reproduction and presence. Using Pixel Shift Technology, the Red and
Blue pixel locations are shifted relative to Green, allowing the sampled
colour information to be quadrupled through interpolation.
Pixel Shift Technology
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Manual Focus Ring for Pro-like Creative Control
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS)
Colour Viewfinder
The focus ring gives you real-time
manual control over focus, which
will let you shift focus from foreground to background exactly as
you wish. An indispensable creative
tool to shoot artistic looking videos,
or to focus on a specific subject
within a very busy picture.
Manual Focus Ring
Provides effective camera-shake compensation while utilising the
maximum CCD pixel count to achieve 1920x1080 resolution.
Without OIS With OIS
The GZ-HD7 is also equipped with a
colour viewfinder. It’s useful when
shooting under strong sunlight where
an LCD is not clearly visible or when
you want to save battery power.
Thanks to the viewfinder diopter,
comfortable shooting is also possible
for those using contacts or glasses.
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GZ-HD3
High Definition, Nice and Simple.
Our compact GZ-HD3 fits the enormous benefits of HD recording into a
user-friendly camcorder that fits your active lifestyle.
"Full HD" 1080 refers to recording in the 1080 vertical pixel High Definition format.
7 Hours of HD Recording and 3 Recording Modes KONICA MINOLTA HD LENS
The GZ-HD3 offers HD recording with 1440x1080i resolution.
These HD pictures are extremely fine and detailed, containing about
4 times the visual information of conventional SD (Standard Definition)
pictures. With a 60GB built-in hard disk drive you can record up to
seven hours of HD video (SP mode), plus you get two additional
recording modes to select according to your requirements.
Rec Mode Resolution CODEC Bit Rate Rec T ime
Video / Audio (approx.)
XP 1440x1080i MPEG2-TS / Variable Bit Rate
MPEG1 Layer 2 Max. 30Mbps 5 Hours
Ave. 26.6Mbps
SP 1440x1080i Variable Bit Rate
Max. 22Mbps 7 Hours
Ave. 19Mbps
1440CBR* 1440x1080i Constant Bit Rate
27Mbps
*For HDV compatible stream via i.LINK
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5 Hours
The HD lens of the GZ-HD3 was developed by camera specialist,
KONICA MINOLTA, to ensure optimal lens performance for use with
our 3-CCD image sensor and MPEG2 recording technology. The
result is an extremely detailed picture with clear contrast and strong
presence throughout the image – the type of stable and consistent
performance that becomes essential when recording images at HD
specifications.
HD Gigabrid Engine for Optimum HD Images
Common to both the GZ-HD7 and GZ-HD3, this new image
processing engine has been designed specifically for HD Everio to
process the CCD image as a progressive scan signal. This provides
the maximum image information to work with, regardless of the
actual recording mode that is used. Also integrated into the chip are
five digital noise reduction technologies that collaborate to improve
the vertical resolution by about 30%. It’s at the heart of JVC's HD
recording system.
60GB Hard Disk Drive Built-in – No Tapes or Discs to Reload
Auto Illumi. Light to Shoot Brilliant Video
Compact Body with Point-and-Shoot Simplicity
Both models are equipped with a highcapacity HDD to record video and still
images. Internal media means no need to
buy additional discs and tapes. Since it’s
HDD, you can directly access the scene
you want and delete the scene you don’t
want on the spot. Also, there’s no risk of
erasing previous recordings by mistake.
The GZ-HD3 is equipped
with a built-in video light that
automatically illuminates the
scene if you are recording
video in a dim environment.
The palm-sized GZ-HD3 is easy to
take anywhere, with a lightweight
and compact body weighing a
mere 670g including battery. It also
offers point-and-shoot simplicity so
no crucial scenes are missed, plus
manual controls for more ambitious
users.
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Easy-to-Use Operation and User-Friendly Convenience
Hybrid Design with SD/SDHC Memory Card
In addition to a built-in 60GB hard
disk drive, HD Everio also has a
slot for SD/SDHC Memory Card
so you can store
videos (SP mode
only) and stills on this
commonly available
memory card.
Available recording time and number of still images
storable on 4GB SDHC card
Video
SP mode
(1440x1080i)
4GB SDHC Card
(Not provided)
Note: Above figures are approximate. To record video, an SDHC card with Class 6 performance is required.
SD/SDHC memory cards (128MB to 4GB) have been tested for the following brands: Panasonic, Toshiba,
SanDisk, ATP. Note that using other media may result in recording failure or data loss. For compatibility of
memory cards, please consult an authorised JVC dealer.
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1920x1080
Fine Standard
Stills
Variety of Shooting Assist Functions
HD Everio offers a wide array of assist functions to shoot HD video more precisely, conveniently, and creatively.
• Focus Assist Function
Focus Assist outlines in-focus image contours in colour so you can easily tell
which parts of the image are in or out of focus.
Focus Assist
• Programme AE
A full array of effects is available so you can choose the right exposure or
shutter speed automatically according to the scene you’re shooting. Easily
accessible via visual menu dial.
• Zebra Function
Displays a striped pattern across highlight
areas on the image, making it easier to
manually set the exposure.
• Portrait
• Snow
• Sports
• Spotlight
• Twilight
Wide Range of Manual Controls
HDMI
Component
S-Video
AV
SD Card Slot
USB2.0
i.LINK (Firewire)
HDTV
GZ-HD7/HD3
PC
DVD Recorder with DV terminal
SD/SDHC Memory Card
PC
SHARE STATION
Standard TV (Analogue)
HD video is down-converted
to Standard Definition video.
HD video is down-converted
to DV-compatible video.
HD video in 1440CBR mode is streamed
out as HDV-compatible data.
Multiple Interfaces for Expanded Connectivity
2.8" Widescreen Clear LCD
In addition to point-and-shoot
simplicity, HD Everio also offers a
wide range of manual controls
including Manual White Balance,
Exposure Control, Sharpness
Control, Shutter Priority, Aperture
Priority and Brightness Control.
The GZ-HD7 is also equipped
with pro-style direct-access
buttons that give you one-push
access to frequently used manual
functions.
Accessory Shoe and Mic Input
Mount an optional microphone
on the accessory shoe for
clear, high-quality audio
recording. A convenient Mic
Input Terminal with plug-in
power supplies power to the
mounted microphone.
GZ-HD7 with
MZ-V8 Stereo
Microphone
HD Everio accommodates a wide variety of environments with its full
array of digital and analogue interfaces. In addition to new HDTV
displays, HD Everio footage can be viewed on conventional analogue
TVs as well, thanks to its down-conversion function. And with USB
and i.LINK (Firewire) connectors, it’s ready to transfer recordings to a
personal computer for full-fledged editing.
The 2.8" widescreen LCD offers a 16:9 aspect ratio for wide
cinematic video shooting. Naturally the playback picture can be
enjoyed in full widescreen dimensions on the LCD or on a
connected widescreen TV. This Clear LCD cuts surface reflections
and glare to maintain a clear, visible, bright view during outdoor
recording in direct sunlight.
2.8"
Stick Control for Easy Operation
Access a multitude of functions with the 4-way one-finger control.
Pressing the four "compass points" on the circular control operates
everything from menu item selection to manual camera settings.
Built-in Sliding Lens Cover
Slide it shut to protect the lens
when the camera’s not in use.
It’s integrated, so there’s no
risk of losing it like a lens cap.
Power-Linked Operation
Automatically turns on the camera
when you open the LCD so you
can shoot right away, and turns
off the camera when you close
the LCD so you won't waste
power.
ON
OFF
Data Battery
Allows you to check the remaining battery
power by % and remaining recording time
in minutes at the touch of a button, even
while the camcorder's power is off.
This product includes patented and other proprietary technology
and will operate only with JVC Data Battery.
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HD Data DVD
HDTV
HD Data DVDGZ-HD7/HD3
PC-less HD Archiving
and Viewing
With JVC’s optional SHARE STATION DVD Burner
(CU-VD40/VD20), a totally PC-less solution for the archiving
and playback of HD content becomes possible. With it, you
can store HD Everio’s footage directly on a DVD without
using a PC. HD footage is stored as data so you can use
normal DVD-R/RW discs for burning. Playback of archived
data is simple, too. Just connect the CU-VD40 to your TV,
no PC or HD Everio required.
HD Archiving
Just connect to the CU-VD40 via USB2.0 and you can archive your
HD video files on DVD discs without using a PC. Thanks to HD
Everio’s USB host function, simply follow the instructions on HD
Everio’s LCD and you’re done. Since DVD-R DL disc is supported,
you can store up to 55min. of HD video (40min. for Full HD video) on a
single disc (8.5GB).
CU-VD40
SHARE STATION
DVD Burner
Optional
(HD Everio not included)
HD Playback
Playback is possible directly from the CU-VD40 to a connected
TV/Display. Simply load a created HD data disc and you can enjoy
powerful HD video on HDTV. No need to connect the camcorder.
Analogue component or down-converted SD video output also
available.
◆ Easy HD data disc creation without using a PC
◆ Direct connection with HD Everio via USB2.0 high-speed interface
◆ Playback function for HD data
◆ Can also be used as a standard DVD burner with your PC
◆ Remote control provided
VD-RDL85EV
We recommend
using a JVC
DVD Disc.
Playlist
With the Playlist function, you can
select the scenes you want in the
order you want internally at the
camera. Programme your favourite
scenes, in the order you like for
playback or for archiving to DVD, and
you’ll have an up-tempo video that
your audience will never get bored with.
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Advanced Editing with a Computer
HDTVStandard TV BD DeckDVD Player/Recorder
SD DVD BD Disc
For those who wish to edit and archive using their PCs, HD Everio comes supplied with
full-fledged software. Blu-ray disc compatible applications let you store original HD
content with full impact. And with plug-ins supplied for Mac software, Macintosh users
will be able to create HD files using their own editing applications.
SD DVD
BD Disc
CyberLink BD Solution
For Windows
All the tools needed for editing and playback of HD content, as well as storage on DVD and
Blu-ray disc. (Blu-ray disc drive is required for burning a Blu-ray disc.)
PowerCinema
TM
NE for
Everio for HD file browsing,
PowerDirectorTM5 NE
Express for advanced HD
playback, backup, and copy.
QuickTime Component for Everio
video editing.
For Mac
PowerProducerTM3 NE for
easy BD-AV / DVD-Video
disc authoring.
For Macintosh users, HD Everio also includes plug-in software so that video files transferred
via USB can be imported to Apple iMovie HD and Final Cut Pro. As well, Macintosh and other
editing software can capture the MPEG2 HDV compatible 1440CBR mode during streaming
playback via i.LINK.
Direct Data Backup to PC
Data archiving has never been easier. Just press the
DIRECT BACK UP button, and data that has not yet been
backed up can be transferred to a PC automatically.
One-button easy!
Feature Comparison
Full HD 1920x1080 Recording Yes –
Lens FUJINON Professional HD Lens KONICA MINOLTA HD LENS
Zoom Ratio 10x Optical / 200x Digital 10x (Still: 8x) Optical / 200x Digital
Video Image Stabiliser Optical Digital
Manual Focus Ring Yes –
Colour Viewfinder Yes –
Auto Illumi. Light – Yes
HD Gigabrid Engine Yes
2.8" Wide Clear LCD Yes
Focus Assist Function Yes
Zebra Function Yes
Auto Exposure Bracketing Yes
Shutter Priority Yes (via Button) Yes (via Menu)
Aperture Priority Yes (via Button) Yes (via Menu)
Brightness Control Yes (via Button) Yes (via Menu)
Sharpness Control Yes
Histogram Display (during Playback) Yes
Programme AE Portrait, Sports, Twilight, Snow, Spotlight
Accessory Shoe Yes
Stick Control Yes
Power-Linked Operation Yes
Playlist Function Yes
Direct DVD Burning
with SHARE STATION
Direct Backup to PC Yes
Data Battery Yes
Built-in Sliding Lens Cover Yes
Provided Software [Windows] CyberLink BD Solution [Mac] QuickTime Component for Everio
Dimensions (WxHxL) 91mm x 77mm x 186mm 82mm x 75mm x 154mm
Weight (with lens hood) 665g without battery 585g without battery
GZ-HD7 GZ-HD3
Yes
750g with battery 670g with battery
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Provided Accessories Optional Accessories
HD EverioCU-VD20
HDTV
◆ AC Power Adapter
◆ Rechargeable Battery Pack
(BN-VF815, 1460mAh)
◆ AV Cable
◆ USB Cable
◆ Component Video Cable
◆ SHARE STATION DVD Burner
CU-VD20
• Peripheral DVD drive for your PC.
• Also direct connection with Everio via USB2.0
high-speed interface for easy HD data disc creation.
(Playback not available)
◆ Remote Control
◆ Shoulder Strap
◆ Software CD-ROM (Digital
Photo Navigator, CyberLink
BD Solution, QuickTime
Component for Everio)
CU-VD40
To view HD playback picture from archived files, it is necessary to
connect CU-VD20 to HD Everio, and connect HD Everio to TV via HDMI.
Specifications
GZ-HD7 GZ-HD3
Format
Storage Media 1.8" Hard Disk Drive (Embedded), SD/SDHC Memory Card
Hard Disk Drive Capacity 60GB
Images Sensors 16:9 1/5" Progressive 3-CCD, 570K-pixel each
Effective Pixels for Capture
Lens
ISO Settings 100, 200, 400
Shutter Speeds
Video Recording Modes (VBR) SP (1440x1080i, Max. 22Mbps, Ave. 19Mbps)
Video Recording Time (max.)
Still Image Sizes [4:3] 1440x1080 / 1024x768 / 640x480 [16:9] 1920x1080
No. of Still Images (max.) 9999
Interfaces
Power Consumption
Moving images 530K-pixel each 430K-pixel each
Still images 530K-pixel each 530K-pixel each
Zoom Ratio Optical 10x / Digital 200x Optical 10x (Still: 8x) / Digital 200x
Focal Length 3.3 – 33mm 3.2 (Still: 4.0) – 32mm
F Stop F1.8 – F1.9 F1.8 (Still: F1.9) – F2.4
Filter Diameter 46.0mm
Moving images 1/2 – 1/4000
Still images 1/2 – 1/500
FHD (1920x1080i, Max. 30Mbps, Ave. 26.6Mbps) XP (1440x1080i, Max. 30Mbps, Ave. 26.6Mbps)
FHD/1440CBR: 5Hrs. XP/1440CBR: 5 Hrs.
Approx. 6.7W (with Viewfinder) Approx. 6.7W
Approx. 7.1W (with LCD)
SD-VIDEO High Definition Video Recorder Profile:
Video: MPEG-2 TS Audio: MPEG-1 Layer2 Still: JPEG
1440CBR (1440x1080i, 27Mbps [CBR])
SP: 7 Hrs.
USB2.0/1.1 Out, HDMI Out, i.LINK Out, Component Video Out,
S-Video Out, AV Out, SD/SDHC Memory Card Slot, DC In
Viewing on HDTV
◆ Data Batteries ◆ Lenses & Microphone
BN-VF808
Battery Pack
Continuous operation times (approx.)
With Viewfinder With LCD
BN-VF808 40min. 35min. 40min.
BN-VF815 1hr. 25min. 1hr. 20min. 1hr. 25min.
BN-VF823 2hr. 10min. 2hr. 2hr. 10min.
BN-VF815
Battery Pack
Same as provided
GZ-HD7 GZ-HD3
BN-VF823
Battery Pack
AA-VF8
Battery Charger
GL-V0746
0.7x Wide
Conversion
Lens
(46.0mm)
◆ Others
VC-VDV204U
DV Cable
(4-pin x 4-pin)
VC-VDV206U
DV Cable
(4-pin x 6-pin)
GL-V1846
1.8x Tele
Conversion
Lens
(46.0mm)
CB-VM50
Multifunction
Carrying Bag
Not all accessories available in every region. Please check with your dealer.
Software System Requirements
Windows
CyberLink BD Solution
OS: Microsoft
CPU: Intel
RAM: W indows
GRAPHIC: Intel/nVidia/ATI graphic card for MPEG-2 HD DxVA
*For information on GZ-HD7’s Windows Vista
http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/download/vista.html
Even if your PC meets the listed system requirements, there may be cases of dropping frames during HD playback,
or editing may take excessive time. For faster and more responsive operation, we recommend use of a PC with higher
performance such as with an Intel
®
®
Windows®XP Home Edition/XP Professional (pre-installed), Windows VistaTMHome Basic/
Home Premium (32-bit edition, pre-installed)*, USB2.0 connector is required.
®
Pentium®4, at least 2.4GHz. Pentium®4, at least 3.0GHz recommended. Intel®Pentium®M,
at least 1.6GHz.
®
XP: At least 512MB, at least 1GB recommended.
TM
Windows Vista
: At least 1GB, at least 2GB recommended*.
TM
compatibility, please refer to our website at
®
Core™ 2 Duo CPU and 2GB RAM.
Macintosh
QuickTime Component for Everio
Hardware: Macintosh with 1.25GHz or faster PowerPC G4/G5, or Intel
(At least Intel
®
Core™ Duo recommended.), USB2.0 connector is required.
OS: Mac OS X (10.4.4 to 10.4.9)
RAM: At least 512MB, at least 1GB recommended.
®
processors.
MZ-V8
Stereo Microphone
Design and specifications subject to change without notice. Operation of hard disk drive protection is not guaranteed against
all cases of shock or accident. Everio cannot be used in low pressure areas (generally places that are more than 3,000 metres
above sea level). The photos of the products featured on this catalogue may not be of actual products that are
available in your country.
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in the sound or video recording, broadcast or cable programme and in any literary, dramatic, musical, or artistic work embodied therein.
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"Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. i.LINK and i.LINK logo are trademarks. CompactFlash™ is a
trademark of SanDisk Corporation. The SD and SDHC logos are trademarks of the SD Card Association. All brand names are trademarks,
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