JVC Everio GZ-MS120 (black)

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7 Reviews | About the ZDNet Score

The JVC Everio GZ-MS120 is a nice little flash-memory-based standard-definition camcorder.

Reviews

  • 7.0

    CNET Review

    June 8, 2009 | 1:43 AM PDT

    The Good: Good video quality for its class; manual controls; small, comfortable design.

    The Bad: No inputs; questionable YouTube friendliness; no optical image stabilization; thin grip strap.

    The Bottom Line: The JVC Everio GZ-MS120 is a nice little flash-memory-based standard-definition camcorder.

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  • 8.1

    alaTest.com

    May 21, 2012 | 12:00 AM PDT

    Review Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 259 reviews of JVC Everio GZ-MS120 from international magazines and websites.

    The Verdict: Experts rate this product 69/100 and users 81/100. Comparing these reviews to 175625 other Camcorders reviews gives this product an overall alaScore 81/100 = Very Good.

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  • No Rating

    etechreviews.net

    January 11, 2010 | 12:00 AM PST

    Review Summary: JVC Everio GZ-MS120 is a sub t mind the big size, get this unit. It is not capable of recording HD videos but is an excellent option if you are looking for SD recording for putting clips on websites like YouTube. The bundled user-friendly software...

    The Verdict: We would recommend the JVC Everio GZ-MS120 to people who are fond of Flip-style mini camcorders and don't mind the big size. We thought the two card slot was more of a gimmick than innovation and other than that the MS120 is a typical of a standard SD...

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  • No Rating

    etechreviews.net

    July 9, 2009 | 12:00 AM PDT

    Review Summary: It is really difficult to eliminate the image of the cheaper video cams from the minds of the people but honestly speaking, this device has everything that can erase the impressions of those cams from your mind. The prime drawback of such pocket cams...

    The Verdict: There are different aspects of the JVC Everio that are considerable but seeing the overall view, this is the stuff that makes a sense and we recommend buying the camcorder.

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  • 8.0

    trustedreviews.com

    March 28, 2009 | 12:00 AM PDT

    Review Summary: James checks out the dual memory JVC Everio GZ-MS120 - the company's latest 'YouTube ready' camcorder.

    The Verdict: The Everio GZ-MS120 retains the half-decent image quality which made its predecessor a contender, and adds one or two extra features. JVC should also be commended for the fact that the Everio GZ-MS120 doesn't appear to come with a price increase,...

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  • 5.2

    consumer.org.nz

    November 30, -0001 | 12:00 AM PST

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  • No Rating

    toptenreviews.com

    November 30, -0001 | 12:00 AM PST

    Review Summary: Though high definition camcorders may be on everyone's wish list, they remain very expensive. The JVC Everio GZ-MS120 is one of the latest group of excellent, compact, standard definition camcorders that will give perfectly adequate results for a very...

    The Verdict: The JVC GZ-MS120 is a good choice for anyone who desires stunning video and bonus features.

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Price Range: $379.95 - $379.95

  • Manufacturer: JVC
  • Part number: GZMS120BUS

General

  • Product Type
    Camcorder
  • Enclosure Color
    Onyx black
  • Digital Zoom
    800 x
  • Total Pixels
    3.05 megapixels
  • Camcorder Media Type
    Flash card
  • Optical Sensor Size
    1/6"
  • Optical Sensor Type
    CCD
  • Analog video format
    NTSC
  • Digital Video Format
    MPEG-2
  • Image Stabilizer
    Electronic
  • PCM digital sound
    24-bit
  • Shooting modes
    Digital photo mode
  • Shooting Programs
    Snow, Sports mode, Twilight mode, Night mode, Spotlight, Portrait mode
  • Exposure Modes
    Program, Automatic
  • Image Recording Format
    JPEG
  • Camera Flash
    None
  • Widescreen Video Capture
    Yes
  • AV Interfaces
    Composite video/audio

Lens System

  • Type
    Konica Minolta 35 x x Zoom lens - 2.2 mm - 77 mm - F/1.8-4
  • Lens aperture
    F/1.8-4
  • Features
    Built-in lens shield
  • Optical zoom
    35 x
  • Lens system type
    Zoom lens
  • Min focal length
    2.2 mm
  • Max focal length
    77 mm
  • Auto Focus
    TTL contrast detection
  • Filter Size
    30.5 mm
  • Focus Adjustment
    Manual, Automatic
  • Zoom Adjustment
    Motorized drive

Additional Features

  • Built-in Light
    Yes
  • Low Lux / Night Mode
    Yes
  • Additional Features
    YouTube capture mode, Auto power save, Dolby Digital AC-3 (2 channel) recording, Automatic display brightness adjustment
  • Software
    Drivers & Utilities, JVC Digital Photo Navigator
  • Included Accessories
    USB cable, Power adapter, Audio / video cable

Display

  • Type
    2.7 in LCD display

Connections

  • Connector Type
    1 x USB, 1 x Composite video/audio output, 1 x DC power input
  • Memory Card Slot
    SD card

Microphone

  • Microphone Features
    Wind noise reduction

Memory / Storage

  • Media type
    Flash card
  • Supported Memory Cards
    SD Memory Card
  • Image Storage
    JPEG 640 x 480, JPEG 832 x 624, JPEG 640 x 360

System Requirements for PC Connection

  • Peripheral Devices
    USB port, CD-ROM drive

Battery

  • Supported Battery
    JVC BN-VF808U
  • Supported Battery
    1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( Included )

Audio Input

  • Audio input type
    Microphone
  • Microphone type
    Built-in
  • Microphone Operation Mode
    Stereo
  • Microphone technology [Aug 27, 2010 from CDS: Audio Input]
    Electret condenser

Viewfinder / Display

  • Display Features
    Rotating

Environmental Parameters

  • Min Operating Temperature
    32 °F
  • Max Operating Temperature
    104 °F

Physical Characteristics

  • Width
    2.2 in
  • Depth
    4.4 in
  • Height
    2.6 in
  • Weight
    8.5 oz

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5 Stars
Excellent Video - Bad Still Shots
brandyreid 24th Sep 2009
When I bought this camera, I was looking for a device that would take good video and good still shots.

The video is great but most of the daylight still shots are outlined with black dots.

The night still shots usually turn out blurry or the images are outlined with dots.

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