Up to 7 Hours of HD Recording and 3 Recording Modes

The HD Everio GZ-HD3 offers HD (High Definition) recording with 1440x1080i resolution. These HD pictures are extremely fine and detailed, containing 4.5 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.
"Full HD" 1080 refers to recording in the 1080 vertical pixel High Definition format.

Three 1/5" Progressive Scan CCDs with Pixel Shift Technology
For bright, realistic colors the HD Everio uses three 1/5-inch CCDs — one each for red, green and blue. Naturally, by having dedicated CCDs for each primary color, the camera is able to gather the maximum visual information which leads to more realistic color reproduction and presence. Using Pixel Shift Technology, the Red and Blue pixel locations are shifted relative to Green, allowing the sampled color information to be quadrupled through interpolation.

Pixel Shift Technology

KONICA MINOLTA HD LENS
The HD lens of the GZ-HD3 was developed by camera specialist, KONICA MINOLTA, to ensure that the lens performance was optimized for use with our 3-CCD image sensor and MPEG-2 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. The lens structure also contributes to the miniaturization of the camera.

HD Gigabrid Engine for Optimum HD Images
Developed specifically for HD Everio, this image processing engine processes the CCD images 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 vertical resolution by about 30% from previous JVC Standard Definition camcorders. It's at the heart of JVC's HD recording system.

Hybrid Design with SD/SDHC Memory Card
In addition to a built-in 60GB hard disk drive, the GZ-HD3 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.
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Above figures are approximate. To record video, an SDHC card with Class 6 performance is required.

Variety of Shooting Assist Functions
The GZ-HD3 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 color so you can easily tell which parts of the image are in or out of focus.

Zebra Function
Displays a striped pattern across highlight areas on the image, making it easier to manually set the exposure.

Auto Illumi. Light
Built-in Video Light automatically illuminates the scene if you are recording video in a dim environment.

Program 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.
Portrait(image) Sports(image) Twilight(image)

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.

Multiple Interfaces for Expanded Connection
HD Everio accommodates a wide variety of usage environments with its full array of digital and analog interfaces. In addition to new HDTV displays, HD Everio footage can be viewed on conventional analog TVs as well, thanks to its down-conversion function. And with USB and i.LINK connectors, it's ready to transfer recordings to a personal computer for full-fledged editing.

PC-less Solution with SHARE STATION
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 disc for burning. You can save everything, or the clips you want in the order you like, and other ways. 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 (SP mode) on a single disc (8.5GB).
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. Analog component or down-converted SD video output also available.

Win/Mac Applications Provided for Advanced Editing
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.

CyberLink BD Solution (for Win)
All the tools needed for editing and playback of Full HD content, as well as storage on DVD and Blu-ray disc. (Blu-ray disc drive is required for burning a Blu-ray disc.)

QuickTime Component for Everio (for Mac)
For Macintosh users, the GZ-HD3 also includes plug-in software that works with Apple iMovie and Final Cut Pro.

Inc. Charger, rechargeable battery, standard accessories as supplied by JVC (UK) Ltd.

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