JVC GZR450B Quad-Proof Full HD Camcorder, Black

JVC GZ-R450B Quad-Proof Camcorder is a rugged, weather-proof camcorders that can endure foul weather, get bounced around and still be ready to shoot. The all-weather features, five-hour battery life, powerful optical zoom and other advanced functions offer opportunities to create unique videos that can't easily be captured with a smartphone.

The JVC GZ-R450 features JVC's Quad-Proof structure that is waterproof to a depth of 16.4 feet, can withstand a drop from 4.9 feet, is freeze-proof down to 14 degrees and dust-proof. What's more, the camcorder float.

All this durability comes in a camcorder form factor with video recording functions such as high-powered 40x optical zoom, advanced image stabilization and large LCD monitor. In addition, the GZ-R450B offers 1080/60p AVCHD Progressive Recording for pristine HD video.

The battery is internal for superior water resistance, which eliminates the risk of damaging the camcorder when exchanging batteries in bad weather. The battery's five-hour life is easily extended thanks to the camcorders' compatibility with third-party portable batteries - the type widely available for smartphone charging.

Not only is the GZ-R450B Camcorder more rugged than smartphones, it also offer the advantage of superior optics. The large-caliber KONICA MINOLTA HD LENS features a high-quality 40x optical zoom and 60x Dynamic Zoom that uses the camcorders' powerful 2.5M Back-illuminated CMOS Image Sensor to maintain the picture's HD resolution. The FALCONBRID image processing engine, the same processor used in JVC 4K professional cameras, delivers clear, sharp images and sound, and the footage is compatible with third party editing software such as iMovie or Final Cut Pro. Audio quality is further enhanced with JVC's K2 Technology, applied during recording for effective sound restoration during playback.

The top-end GZ-R450B features AVCHD progressive recording, a built-in Auto Illumi. Light and 32GB internal memory. Its new Close-up Sub-Window function allows simultaneous recording of a group of people and a close-up, displayed in a sub-window on the touchscreen.

Built-in Auto Illumi. Light
Makes your subject brighter in low light situations by using an energy efficient LED to reduce battery drain. The camera will automatically turn off the light in bright environments to conserve battery power.

Close-up Sub-Window
You can enlarge a specific area of the screen and record both the sub-window and the original screen simultaneously. Keep an eye on the whole team while getting a special close-up look at your hero.

Special Effects Video Recording
Interesting visual effects to spice-up any scene. Works with still images too.

Grainy Monochrome - Turns any scene into a rough black & white image like an old film!

Food Mode - Any dish looks more delicious as colors of foods are accented to "bring out the flavor"!

Baby Mode - Baby skintones are enhanced to bring out every smile!