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JVC GR-D395 MiniDV Camcorder NEW JVC MINI DV CAMCORDER LINE OFFERS UPGRADED PERFORMANCE AND HANDLING

Selected models offer 32X optical zoom and built-in tele-conversion lens.

LAS VEGAS, January 5, 2006 – A new five-model JVC MiniDV camcorder line made its debut today, offering advancements in performance and handling.

The new line is distinguished by several new features, including selected models with a 32X optical zoom, 16:9 modes and a built-in tele-conversion lens. JVC’s new MiniDV camcorders are easier to use than ever thanks to a new Auto button – just press the button to switch between manual and automatic operation. And all models feature a new on-screen menu system that sorts menu layers by category, making operation easier.

Also offered are already-popular JVC features, such as a data battery that displays time remaining with and without LCD use; live slow, which records in slow motion while retaining real-time audio; JVC’s Auto Illumi-Light for illuminating dark scenes; Power-Linked operation that turns on the power and puts the camcorder in standby mode simply by opening the LCD; and the company’s Clear LCD Monitor that delivers a bright, clear image by reducing reflection and glares, even in bright sunlight.

For 2006, JVC offers four models with a 680K-pixel CCD. In addition, there is a 1.33-megapixel model, the GR-D650, that features a built-in 1.3X tele-conversion lens and JVC’s Low Light Plus – combining an F1.2 lens with the company’s 3D noise reduction that reduces visible video noise by approximately 30 percent and delivers superior low light performance.

Following is a summary of features in JVC’s 2006 line of MiniDV camcorders.

GR-D350:

32x optical /800X digital hyper zoom
1/6-inch 680,000 pixel CCD
2.5-inch LCD color monitor
Super High-Band Processor with 520 lines of resolution
NightAlive (for low-light shooting)
90-minute Data Battery
Color viewfinder
Web-camera function (via IEEE 1394)
DV input/output
Wide (16:9) Mode
Power-Linked Operation
Multi-language on-screen (4 Languages)
Auto button
Approximate Retail Price: $300
Available: February 2006
GR-D370 Adds:

Live Slow
High Quality Wide (16:9) Mode
Auto Illumi-Light
Digital still capture
SD/MMC card slot
Multi-language on-screen (7 Languages)
Approximate Retail Price: $330
Available: February 2006
GR-D395 Adds:

Full function remote
Three-hour data battery
Approximate Retail Price: $370
Available: March 2006
GR-D396 Adds:

Two 90-minute data batteries
Approximate Retail Price: $380
Available: March 2006
GR-D650 Adds:

15x optical /700X digital hyper zoom
1/5-inch 1.3 Megapixel CCD
Tele Mode (1.3x)
Digital Still Capture (1280 x 960)
Super High-Band Processor with 540 lines of resolution
Megabrid Engine
Low Light Plus (F1.2 lens & 3D Noise Reduction)
Approximate Retail Price: $450
Available: February 2006
About JVC Company of America
JVC Company of America, headquartered in Wayne, New Jersey, is a division of JVC Americas Corp., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Victor Company of Japan Ltd., and a holding company for JVC companies located in North and South America. JVC distributes a complete line of video and audio equipment, including high definition displays, camcorders, VCRs, D-VHS recorders, DVD players and recorders, satellite systems, home and portable audio equipment, mobile entertainment products and recording media. For further product information, visit JVC’s Web site at http://www.jvc.com or call 800-526-5308.

JVC GR-D395 MiniDV Camcorder Features Include:

  • Built-in tele-conversion lens
  • 680K-pixel CCD
  • 1.33-megapixel
  • F1.2 lens
  • Full function remote
  • Three-hour data battery
  • Available: March 2006
  • Shoot in slow motion with the Live Slow function, and capture low-light shots with the NightAlive function
  • Compact, measuring only 2.38 x 3.75 x 4.5 inches (W x H x D)
  • MiniDV camcorder is equipped with a 32x optical zoom with 800x digital zoom
  • Records in standard (4:3) and wide screen (16:9) sizes
  • Clear 2.5-inch LCD monitor significantly reduces surface reflection and glare