JVC GZ-HD6

102 reviews

Apr, 2024

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price (25)
design (18)

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viewfinder (3)
battery (3)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 102 reviews of JVC GZ-HD6. The average rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. Views about the design and portability are overall positive. The price and image quality also get good feedback. Comments are divided on the zoom, and some have doubts about the viewfinder and battery.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the JVC GZ-HD6 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 85/100 = Very good quality.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 19 user reviews of JVC GZ-HD6 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.co.uk. People really like the image quality and durability. The portability and design also get good opinions. Some have doubts about the price.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for JVC GZ-HD6

alaTest has collected and analyzed 23 user reviews of JVC GZ-HD6 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the design and portability. The image quality and usability are also mentioned favorably. Many are negative about the durability. There are some mixed views about the size.

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70% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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JVC Everio GZ-HD6EK

Does a 120GB hard drive give JVC's GZ-HD6 camcorder a foothold in a growing flash memory market? James finds out.

Feb, 2011

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Expert review by : Rob Mead (techadvisor.co.uk)

JVC Everio GZ-HD6EK review

The advantage is that the JVC Everio GZ-HD6EK is capable of recording 1,920x1,080 video, with the option to output it progressively, provided you hook it up to a compatible flat-panel TV or projector using HDMI. Another feature of note for Mac users in...

This is a good choice of camera if huge storage capacity is a big factor. The JVC Everio GZ-HD6EK produces good pictures and sound and has a comprehensive set of connection options including FireWire. However, we found it rather bulky and the use of...

Nov, 2008

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Expert review by : Rob Mead (techworld.com)

JVC Everio GZ-HD6EK review

The JVC Everio GZ-HD6EK HD camcorder sticks to TS/Mpeg2 high-definition video - the format AVCHD is ultimately expected to replace.

Nov, 2008

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Expert review by : Rob Mead (macworld.co.uk)

JVC Everio GZ-HD6EK

Since the introduction of iMovie HD in 2005, high-definition movie making has come a long way. We take a look at a group of HD camcorders to see what they have to offer the Mac-using movie maker.

Nov, 2008

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Expert review by : Colin Barrett (macuser.co.uk)

JVC Everio GZ-HD6 HD Camcorder

JVC launched what it claimed to be the world's first full-HD camcorder (the GZ-HD7) in early 2007, and has since seen some success in the market with its wellfeatured and user-friendly models. However, unlike Sony's HDR-SR12 AVCHD camcorder, the Everio...

The Everio range of HDD/SD cameras from JVC has been good for users looking for good quality, user-friendliness and sturdy build quality. In that respect, it's reasonable to expect that the HD6 will keep its owners happy, even if it's pricier than...

Jul, 2008

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Expert review by : Chris Jager (goodgearguide.com.au)

JVC Everio GZ-HD6

Solid video performance in optimum lighting, records in 'full' 1080p HD, 120GB hard drive, large range of manual controls, excellent optical image stabiliser

Results were below average in dim lighting, lacks many of the features found on its chief rival

The Everio GZ-HD6 is a solid HDD camcorder that can match most high-def cameras when it comes to picture quality. Unfortunately, it lacks many of the features found on Sony's 120GB offering, which happens to retail for exactly the same price.

Apr, 2008

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Expert review by : Chris Jager (goodgearguide.com.au)

Everio GZ-HD6

The GZ-HD6 replaces the HD3 as JVC's flagship high-definition camcorder. When we reviewed the HD3 back in 2007, we lamented the loss of many valuable ...

Solid video performance in optimum lighting, records in 'full' 1080p HD, 120GB hard drive, large range of manual controls, excellent optical image stabiliser

Results were below average in dim lighting, lacks many of the features found on its chief rival

Apr, 2008

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Expert review by : Derek Fung (cnet.com.au)

JVC Everio GZ-HD6

In isolation the HD6 is a good camera, however, on almost every turn it is outpointed by its Sony counterpart, the HDR-SR12.

Decent quality HD video ; Pleasant, if blocky, aesthetics ; Full-size HDMI port

No electronic viewfinder ; MPEG2 TS file format not widely supported ; Poor quality stills ; Slow menu system

Conclusion In isolation the HD6, as well as its cheaper sibling, the HD5, are good cameras. However, on almost every turn they are outpointed by its Sony counterparts, the SR12 and SR11, respectively.

Sep, 2008

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Expert review by : David Kender (camcorderinfo.com)

JVC Everio GZ-HD6 Camcorder Review

The JVC Everio GZ-HD6 ($1,399 MSRP) is the company's third high definition Everio, the series of camcorders that record to internal hard disk drives (HDD). The inaugural model, the GZ-HD7, was a mammoth that offered a pro feel but couldn't match it...

The JVC Everio GZ-HD6, with a 120GB HDD, has capacity on its side. For that matter, so does the Sony HDR-SR12, which has the same amount of storage. Beyond that, JVC has a hard road to hoe convincing consumers to choose its camcorder over the...

Mar, 2008

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Expert review by : Rasesh Tanna (technews.in)

JVC Everio GZ-HD5 and EVerio GZ-HD6 HD

JVC always do the right things in terms of experience and add-ons, but they don't always get the price right. This week they have decided to rolls out a few more high definition digital cameras the Everio GZ-HD5 and the GZ-HD6. Both these are available...

Jan, 2008

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