JVC GRDVM90U MiniDV Digital Camcorder with Built-in Digital Still Mode

Built around JVC's exclusive Progressive 1000 technology, the GR-DVM90 is a versatile digital still and motion video camera that records stunning, high-quality digital video. This dual cam incorporates an array of picture-improvement technologies including a 680,000-pixel progressive scan CCD, progressive color filter, and high-band processor. These technologies assure ultrahigh resolution with up to 520 lines of horizontal and 480 lines of vertical resolution in progressive mode. This technology also offers digital still picture quality with two different image sizes, VGA (640 x 480 pixels) and XGA (1,024 x 768 pixels).

Dual shooting mode lets you shoot motion video and still pictures simultaneously. The supplied removable 8 MB MMC card is used to store not only still images, but also a variety of digital sound effects (MP3). These effects can be inserted into a DV recording at any time to create more exciting and unique videos.

The 112,000-pixel 2.5-inch amorphous color LCD allows the camera to be operated from any angle, for maximum comfort. The 200x zoom makes sure you do not miss any of the action. A built-in auto flash with red-eye reduction provides extra convenience for taking still shots in low light or at night. A digital still picture output is provided, as well as both the serial cable and CD-ROM software for Windows and Macintosh. The DV in/out provides for easy computer connection for more advanced applications.

Playback zoom (10x digital pinpoint zoom) lets you move in for a closer look after you have made the recording. A multibrand remote control allows you to control the cybercam as well as many brands of video recorders. Random assemble editing provides eight-scene memory for favorite scenes as well as the ability to add special effects while editing them to a video recorder.

Additional features include electronic viewfinder with color 0.44-inch CRT, removable flash memory, 8 MB MMC card, auto standby for easy operation, 10x optical/200x digital zoom with spline interpolation, digital image stabilizer, slow-motion playback, 16 by 9 squeeze mode, PCM digital stereo, audio snapshot modes (pin-up mode, four-image, nine-image, and frame and full are available), program automatic exposure with 12 digital effects and 17 scene transitions, self-timer, and iris lock.