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JVC GZ-MG555 camcorder
JVC GZ-MG555
 
 
 
 
 
Last updated on 05/23/13 19:14:44
 
 
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• Standard Definition • Hard disk drive • CCD Optical Sensor • Electronic Image Stabilizer • Built-in Light • Widescreen
 
 
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EXPERT REVIEWS (10)
 
Published
May 11, 2007
Editor Rating
3.0/5
JVC GZ-MG555 30GB Hard Drive Camcorder (10x Opt 300x Dig 2.7 Camcorder Review | PCWorld
Very high still-image quality Easy to operate...Subpar video quality...A very well designed 30GB hard-drive camcorder, the Everio GZ-MG555 ($900 as of April 24, 2007) feels solid and comfortably accommodates one-handed operation...In addition to the aperture and shutter speed adjustments, the GZ-MG555 has a useful setting for automatic gain control...The mode...
JVC Everio GZMG555 Hard Drive Camcorder Review
The JVC Everio GZMG555 5MP 30GB Hard Disk Drive Camcorder features a 10x Optical Zoom and includes a Docking Station...The JVC Everio GZMG555 offers the best picture quality available for each recording mode...
Published
Sep 19, 2007
Editor Rating
5.0/5
JVC Everio GZ-MG555 Hard-Disk Camcorder Review: Powered by ConsumerGuide and HowStuffWorks
Large storage capacity, highly portable, excellent video and stills quality, wide selection of manual controls...Digital instead of optical image stabilization...The GZ-MG555 is the flagship of JVC's Everio series for 2007, and it delivers some noticeable performance and design improvements over last year's models...For a high-end hard-disk camcorder that now includes a...
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USER REVIEWS (12)
 
Retrevo analyzed
72 user reviews
 
(3.75 out of 5)
Average rating
from 24
reviews
4.1/5
Amazon.com: Customer Reviews: JVC Everio GZMG555 5MP 30GB Hard Disk Drive Camcorder...
"I have just recieved my GZMG555, My first impressions: Pros..."

"Overall, If you are a practical person, that will appreciate portability and ease of use more than perfect image (although it's not bad at all), I really recomend this camera..."

"This is the best camcorder I have ever owned bar none!! The 5 megapixel still photos are perfect and the quality is just as good as my Fuji S5200..."

Average rating
from 4
reviews
3.3/5
Newegg.com - JVC GZ-MG555 1/2.5" CCD 2.7" 112K LCD 10X Optical Zoom HDD/Flash Memory...
"I think it has great color, and I read reviews that the image stabilization was not very good, but I thought that it was very nice..."

"THE SOFTWARE! I was afraid of this, but the software is bad..."

"My first experience in using the video and still funtions were very disapointing and I assumed it was a bad camera..."

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Average rating
from 4
reviews
3.5/5
JVC GZ-MG555 30GB Hard Drive Camcorder (10x Opt 300x Dig 2.7 Camcorder Review | PCWorld
"the black, compact professional look; easy handle design, personalized menu; no hassle hard drive storage; good video and image qualities.However, there are some aspects that still need to be improved..."

"I like its camera funtion, it has good picture effect..."

"As I need a handheld what with a new baby on the way, tripod shooting to get good quality video just didn't make sense to me..."

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Published
Jun 11, 2007
 
 
JVC GZ-MG555 Camcorder Review - HDD - CamcorderInfo.com
The specs of the JVC Everio GZ-MG555 give the impression of a mighty camcorder...the GZ-MG555 is great for some users, but maybe not the best value in its class...It’s thunderous, it’s menacing, and it’s staring you right in the face—the GZ-MG555 ’s beastly lens engulfs the majority of the front end...In order to connect...
Published
Aug 13, 2007
 
 
JVC GZ-MG555 Reviews - Hard Drive - Camcorder Reviews - Cameras - Technology Reviews...
The GZ-MG555 is JVC’s top standard definition Everio hard disk drive (HDD) this year...Perhaps there’s a reason JVC gifted the GZ-MG555 with so many manual controls — the automatic responses are terrible...The auto exposure and auto white balance are not up to par for a top-end camcorder, no matter what its other good qualities...Overall,...
Elura User - Canon Elura tips and tricks - JVC Everio GZ-MG555 review
JVC GZ-MG555, known as GZ-MG575 in Asia and Europe, is the top of the line standard definition JVC tapeless consumer camcorder for 2007...Ultra Fine (720 x 480, 8.5Mbps), Fine (720 x 480, 5.5Mbps), Normal (720 x 480, 4.2Mbps), and Economy (352 x 240, 1.5Mbps...JVC knows thing or two about functionality, because it equipped the GZ-MG555 with a...
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Published
Jan 1, 2010
 
 
JVC GZ-MG555 - Wikipedia the free encyclopedia
Ultra Fine (720 x 480, 8.5Mbit/s), Fine (720 x 480, 5.5Mbit/s), Normal (720 x 480, 4.2Mbit/s), and Economy (352 x 240, 1.5Mbit/s...When recording to a memory card, the recording time depends only on capacity of the card...
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Published
May 25, 2007
 
 
JVC Everio GZ-MG555 Review - Digital Camcorders - CNET Reviews
It still has a 2.7-inch flip-out LCD screen with a control stick and two navigation buttons conveniently mounted next to it...It retains the same basic design as lower-end Everio models, with a few tweaks...Separate from the shooting modes, a software-based neutral-density (ND) filter can be activated by pressing a button on the dial when in video mode...
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JVC EVERIO GZ-MG555u Preview | PCMag.com - Technology Product ...
Not yet reviewed by editors. Editor's Note: Product not yet tested by editor. The following description is from the manufacturer. The GZ-MG555 is the ...
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New camcorders JVC 2007
The new JVC GZ-MG555 hard drive camcorder will be available in March 2007 for $899.95. JVC GZ-MG255 camcorder Dennis Hissink : 2007-01-08 02:03:00:...
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Average rating
from 3
reviews
3.3/5
JVC GZ-MG555 30GB Hard Drive Camcorder - JVC Camcorders Reviews and Prices at PriceGrabber
"Have to remove from tripod to get at SD card slot..."

"As I need a handheld what with a new baby on the way, tripod shooting to get good quality video just didn't make sense to me..."

"I like its camera funtion, it has good picture effect..."

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Average rating
from 23
reviews
4.1/5
Reviews for JVC Everio GZMG555 5MP 30GB Hard Disk Drive Camcorder with 10x Optical...
"1) It is a little slow to focus at times 2) Still pictures don't look good 3) Records in .MOD format so editing and playback of files stored on a computer can be extremely problematic..."

"I'm overall very satisfied with this camera..."

"9 and retype the .MPEG2, the media player you use will not know that it was 16:9 (so it'll look retarded..."

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Average rating
from 7
reviews
2.8/5
JVC Everio GZ-MG555 Review - Digital Camcorders - CNET Reviews
"It still has a 2.7-inch flip-out LCD screen with a control stick and two navigation buttons conveniently mounted next to it..."

"It retains the same basic design as lower-end Everio models, with a few tweaks..."

"Separate from the shooting modes, a software-based neutral-density (ND) filter can be activated by pressing a button on the dial when in video mode..."

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Average rating
from 5
reviews
3.0/5
Finally forget about tapes or blank mini DVD's - JVC Everio GZMG555 Hard Drive Camcorder...
"There were just too many frustrations to have to tolerate..."

"HDD, 5MP still shots, good picture quality, accessory shoe included software sub par As Christmas came closer, I was looking for a good present for my wife..."

"The video quality is very good, though not HD, and the still photos are excellent, if you have the camera set up properly..."

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Average rating
from 2
reviews
5.0/5
JVC GZ-MG555 5.37 MP Everio Hard Drive Digital Camcorder | Vanns.com
"It has a sufficiently large CCD Array for still pictures, two choices of memory to store the files too, and a easy to access interface..."

"It combines both a digital still and digital video camera with in a compact package, with good performance..."

"Either media, HD or SD card can be used for either Video or Still images..."

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PRICES (15)
 
Amazon.com: JVC GZ-MG555 Battery Charger - Wall & Travel ...
The dCables® Battery Charger for the JVC GZ-MG555 is used to charge a standard JVC GZ-MG555 battery in 2-3 hours. We Make Connection Easy dCables® offers the world ...
Jvc Gz-Mg555 - Compare Prices, Reviews and Buy at Nextag
Jvc Gz-Mg555 - 15 results like Victor JVC BN-VF815 Battery Pack, 3.6X HD Professional Telephoto lens For JVC GZ-HD7 GZ-MG555 & Fuji Fujifilm S700 S5700 S5800 Includes ...
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JVC Everio GZ-MG555 in Camcorders and Equipment | eBay
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MANUFACTURERS (1)
 
Everio Hybrid Camera - GZ-MG555US - Introduction - JVC USA
JVC | Archived Items | Video Cameras | Everio Camcorders. GZ-MG555US Literature Printer Friendly Specs 1.02 MB; Instruction Manual 17.33 MB; Software Guide 2.82 MB;...
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