Compare Prices : JVC Everio GZ-HD40 - Expert Reviews

Verdict: A great leap forward in image quality from JVC, but the lower capacity model is the better buy.

Review summary: The GZ-HD40's spec and image quality are spot on, but price could be an issue.

Review summary: JVC's latest addition to its popular Everio range of HDD camcorders is the GZHD40, the first of two models from the company to offer AVCHD high-definition recording and playback. Along with its sister product, the GZ-HD30, its introduction signals a ...

Verdict: As JVC's first foray into the world of AVCHD, the company couldn't have done a more impressive job. Output from the Everio GZHD40 camcorder is impressive, as is its styling and ease of use - its fabulous quality HD clips import to iMovie 08 on an ...

Review summary: The JVC GZ-HD40's strength lies in its effort to reach out to several types of users. The 120GB hard drive should satisfy even long-term vacationers. The camcorder offers loads of manual controls, but also includes a full auto mode that should ...

Verdict: Experienced users will appreciate the level of control the GZ-HD40 offers. Manual aperture, shutter speed, white balance, and several other controls are all included. You'll also find the best manual focus on the market. Unfortunately, these ...

Review summary: The GZ-HD40 ($1299 MSRP) is JVC's latest top-of-the-line high-definition Everio hard disk drive camcorder. It represents a considerable step forward for the company. For the first time, JVC has switched from CCD sensors to CMOS sensors, which ...

Verdict: Try before you buy is an appropriate maxim here. The GZ-HD40 is the best Everio JVC has produced to date, but the interface may frustrate experienced shooters. The price tag may dissuade beginners, but its sibling model, the GZ-HD30, offers nearly all ...