The JVC Everio GZ-MG77 Hard Disk Drive (HDD) camcorder is a good light easy to use camcorder for people who don’t want to use a lot of features, but would like the flexibility of a HDD camcorder.
Positive Aspects of the JVC Everio GZ-MG77
The Everio can record up to 37 hours of video at its lowest setting and is extremely light. The camcorder is perfect for long trips when you want to record a lot of video, but don’t want to carry around a lot of tapes. The camcorder is equip with a sensor that automatically shuts the camcorder off if you drop it, protecting your hand drive from loss.Negative Aspects of the JVC Everio GZ-MG77
The Everio GZ-MG77 has a lower video quality than most camcorders at the same price point. You have to use a small joystick to navigate through the menu, which will require you to interrupt recording, or having slightly shaky video while you try to fumble with the controlsMedia
The JVC Everio records video directly onto the camcorders hard drive rather than onto a tape. When you record your video onto tape you have to stop recording to change tapes every hour. The Everio will allow you to record up to 7 hours of video at the camcorders highest quality without stopping, as long as your camcorder still has power and up to 37 hours of video at the camcorder lowest setting. This can be a great asset to have when filming longer events such as graduations, school plays, and weddings.Downloading Onto a Computer
The JVC Everio GZ-MG77 connects to your computer using a USB cable. Once connected you can download video onto your computer using the included software, or simply drag and drop video just as you would items off of your computer’s hard drive.
