JVC designed the GZ-HD30 to meet the needs of a broad segment of people who shoot video, including family users. More compact than the GZ-HD40, it offers all of the performance and nearly all of the features of that model, except it has a slim 80GB internal hard disk for a maximum 33 hours of Full HD recording, and does not come with a docking station.

Features:

• 1920x1080/60P Output: Using the same technology as GENESSA HD displays, this function outputs a 1080 scanning line image at progressive 60fps so you can enjoy uncompromising picture quality on a TV that accepts 1080P input. With progressive, the jaggy diagonals you'd get with interlace images are smoothed out, for a clearer image.
• CMOS Chips with Interpolation Technology: CMOS chips using newly developed interpolation algorithm. This algorithm generates virtual pixels to provide image information beyond the 1920x1080 Full HD imaging.
• 26Mbps High Bit Rate Recording: In the FHD mode, video is recorded at a high bit rate of 26.6 Mbps average. Compared to other systems using a lower bit rate, the resulting image offers higher quality with clearer visible details.
• HD Gigabrid Duo Engine: The high powered HD Gigabrid image processing chip includes 7 noise reduction technologies in addition to the dual AVCHD and MPEG-2 Codecs, assuring optimum images for recordings made in either format.
• Full HD 1920x1080 Recording: In the FHD mode, video is recorded at a high bit rate of 26.6 Mbps average. Compared to other systems using a lower bit rate, the resulting image offers higher quality with clearer visible details.
• 33 Hours of Full HD Recording and 5 Rec Modes: The combination of the high-capacity 80GB hard disk drive and the compression-efficient AVCHD format allows the GZ-HD40 to store up to 33 hours of Full HD 1920x1080 video recordings.
• Digital Still Images: The Everio can conveniently record digital still images. Just switch to the image mode and then press the snapshot button. to take your snapshot. Record your snapshot to either the HDD or a micro SD card. It's your choice. Record up to a 2432 x 1368 image.
• Ultra-Compact and Lightweight HD Camera: Palm sized for superior mobility. We made the Full HD camera smaller and lighter. It is barely over a pound even with the battery attached.
• AVCHD & MPEG-2 Dual Format Capability: Superior compression and longer recording time with AVCHD. Continuity with today's editing environment with MPEG-2.
• Hybrid Storage with microSD Card: In addition to a built-in hard disk drive, HD Everio also has a slot for microSD/SDHC Card so you can store video and stills on this commonly available memory card. (Card is not supplied.)
• Variety of Shooting Assist Functions: a wide array of assist functions to shoot HD video more precisely, conveniently, and creatively.
• Wide Range of Manual Controls: In addition to point-and-shoot simplicity, HD Everio also offers a wide range of manual controls including Manual White Balance, Exposure Control, Sharpness Control, Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority and Brightness Control, and more.
• Power-Linked Operation: Automatically turns on the camera when you open the LCD so you can shoot right away, and turns off the camera when you close the LCD so you won't waste power.
• HD Best Shot Function: HD images look beautiful when printed on paper, too. That’s why JVC lets you take high-resolution “snapshots” directly from your recorded HD footage, and print them just like you would from a digital still camera.
• 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.
• Data Battery: Allows you to check the remaining battery power by % and remaining recording time in minutes at the touch of a button, even while the camera's power is off.
• Full Complement of Interfaces: Equipped with USB2.0 and HDMI digital interfaces on the camera. USB is primarily for file saving and HDMI is for digital viewing on large screen displays. Also equipped with all models are component and AV terminals to output down-converted signals for analog devices.
• Quick Response - 0.08sec. to Start Recording: Never miss a moment. The time lag of various functions has been reduced to nearly instantaneous levels.
• Headphone Output: Just connect stereo headphones for real-time audio monitoring while you shoot, or to listen to the soundtrack in privacy while viewing footage you’ve just recorded.
• Built-in Auto Light: Turns on automatically so you can shoot brilliant images even in low light situations.
• Built-in Lens Cover: Slide it shut to protect the lens when the camera's not in use. It's integrated, so there's no risk of losing it like a lens cap.

Includes:

• GZHD30 Everio 80GB HDD Camcorder
• AC Adapter
• Battery Pack
• Shoulder Strap
• AV Cable
• USB Cable
• Component Video Cable
• Remote Control
• Software CD-Rom