The dock makes this camcorder so easy to use. I just place it on the dock, tell it to connect to my mac, and all the videos are downloaded onto my mac for safe keeping. It has great zoom and mega pixel quality. The features are amazing and its size makes it easy to put anywhere, even in my pocket. I just had my second baby boy and this camcorder took care of all of our memorabilia needs. The only think that could have been a little better is the still images. They are a little on the low side of the quality spectrum. We got this for a camcorder though so no complaints.
I bought this used JVC Everio GZ-MG155 and got surprised with its images quality. Excelent for an non high definition camcorder and an great 30GB memory. The battery isnt new so isnt lasting much. But i pretend to buy a new one. This JVC model dont capture without light. Just for day or ligth ambients. Good for home videos!
I really like this camcorder. It is sooo easy to use, litterally just point and shoot. Anyone can use this camcorder! The thing I don't like about it is after you shoot your movies and try to download them on your computer to burn them onto a DVD, you can't do it. The camera records the movies in MOV format so unless you are a computer Genius or have file converting software then you can't put them on your computer. I have found that I need to buy the Share Station that JVC makes for this camera that burns your movies onto a DVD player for you. SO go ahead and Buy the camera, but make sure you get the Share Station with it, you will be glad you did.
Let me tell about JVC Everio GZ-MG155. First of all, I was finding a simple camera for my older son (he is 14). One of important thing was HDD as primary storage. Next was a matrix size. I think, 1 MPix will be quite enough for my son. And finally, weight, 16x9 format, docking station. I like functionality and record quality of this camera. Light weight. Bright colors. Till this time I don't remark any significant cons of this camera. So, it was good purchase for good price.
I love this camcorder. It is so light weight and easy to tote around on vacation. It allowed me to catch some fantastic memories on film with ease. The picture quality on snap shots is not that great. It certainly won't replace your regular digital camera but if you're looking for a great camcorder than this is definetly the one for you. It is so small that I actually was able to fit both my camera and camcorder in one small camera bag.
Great camera for video. Not good for pictures. If you need it for pictures buy a separate digital camera since this one simply does not cut it. Do not care for their software but you will find your way around. Make sure your computer has a least 1GB of space and good memory. You can convert your files to MPEG4 format and edit with your favorite software. Make it simple use Microsoft Windows Movie Maker (free). Do not buy the GZ-MG135 because you cannot convert your files to other formats. This one does. Get the SONY VRD-MC3 from your favorite auction place to burn your movies directly to a DVD
The GZ-MG155U is very small and handy. With the 30G HDD you don't need an SD card unless you want to use the still camera option. It has 4 different video record modes and a few other adjustable effects. Great for needing to catch a moment on the run!!
This is my first 'small' camcorder.I have had it for about 7 hrs and have been putting it through its paces, ie recording then playing it via TV, PC and its passed with flying colours.I might add that those who may be concerned, like I was, with using this camcorder with OS Windows Vista it was absolutely no problem. Plugged in USB, it auto downloaded the cam drivers and I just clicked a screen menu to play..EASY!Forget the enclosed software. Can only do so much in one day but this little cam is everything I expected and more...Thanks JVC.
I like the compctness of this palmcorder. I like the fact it can hold plenty of video or still pictures on it's hardrive. Then simply hook it up to a dvd burner and transfer the data easily to a dvd. I have only had it two weeks and i am enjoying every minute with it. I decided to buy one after I seen how dependable my brother's camcorder has been. I have been impressed how clear the videos and the pictures have been.
small, compact, easy to use. great purchase, batery life is ok, 1.5 hr. i will get the extended one/ 4.5 hr, that`s all u need, the rest let the camcorder do it. oh before i forget i was amazed at zooming. i could barely see a building from my window, that`s how far it was. i zoomed in, o man, i read the advertisment on the billboard on top of that building. i was amazed. so for the money i wanted to spend i got an super-excellent product.
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