JVC Victor has new HDD Camcorders

JVC Victor are forging ahead with a couple of new HDD-based high definition camcorders – the GZ-HD30 and the GZ-HD40. The former will feature an 80GB hard drive, while the latter has an extra 50% capacity in comparison. Among the shared features include :-

• 1,920 x 1,080 recording capability
• microSDHC memory card slot
• 1.8″ hard drive used
• Records in AVCHD and MPEG-2 formats
• Auto Light, Focus Assist, and Manual settings
• 16:9 widescreen flip-out display

Both models will hit the US this August, with the HD30 retailing for $999.95 while the HD40 is more expensive at $1,299.95.