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The GY-HC500UN 4K UHD Camcorder captures video in 4K resolution, which is four times the resolution of standard 1080p.
The GY-HC500UN 4K UHD Camcorder offers a variety of features such as 24p and 25p recording, time code I/O, XLR mic input, and a 20x zoom lens. It also supports secure digital (SD) recording media.
The NDI|HX output capability in the GY-HC500UN 4K UHD Camcorder allows for seamless live production solutions with NDI|HX-compatible hardware or software.
The GY-HC500UN 4K UHD Camcorder uses a 1-inch CMOS 4K image sensor which delivers superior dynamic range, high S/N ratio, and high sensitivity.
Yes, the GY-HC500UN 4K UHD Camcorder supports high-performance 1080 60p/50p live streaming with Secure Reliable Transport (SRT) QoS.
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DC12V (AC adapter), DC7.2V (battery)
Approx. 24W
Weather resistant
1" (effective) CMOS, effective number of pixels: approx. 9.35 million
Optical image stabilizer
F11 at 2000lx 89.9% reflectance
F2.8 (wide) to F4.5 (tele), f=9.43mm to 188.6mm (f=28mm to 560mm (35mm equivalent))
82mm
1/6 to 1/10000
Off, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64
0.4" LCOS Quad VGA (1280 x 960), 1280 x 720 at 16:9
3.97" (10cm) LCD /WVGA (800 x 480), 800 x 450 at 16:9
SDHC/SDXC memory card x 2: 4K (150Mbps): UHS-1 U3, 4K (70Mbps)/HD (50Mbps): Class 10, HD (35Mbps): Class 6
SD: Class 4, High-Speed: UHS-1 U3
SSD (M.2) with optional media case by JVC
Apple ProRes 422, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (HD/SD), MPEG-2 (HD)
MOV, MP4
3840 x 2160, Apple ProRes 422 HQ/Apple ProRes 422/Apple ProRes 422 LT, 10-bit
3840 x 2160, 4:2:2 10-bit / 4:2:0 8-bit 150Mbps/70Mbps
1920 x 1080/1280 x 720, 4:2:2 10-bit / 4:2:0 8-bit mode, etc., 50Mbps - 8Mbps
720 x 480 (U model)/720 x 576 (E/EU model), 8Mbps
960 x 540/480 x 270, 3 - 1.2Mbps
LPCM 2ch, 48kHz/16-bit (MOV), micro-Law 2ch (Proxy), AAC 2ch (MP4)
RTMP, MPEG2-TS/UDP, MPEG2-TS/TCP, MPEG2-TS/RTP, RTSP/RTP
1920 x 1080 (59.94p/50p) 20 - 8Mbps, (29.97p/25p) 20 - 3Mbps, 1920 x 1080 (59.94i/50i) 20 - 3Mbps, 1280 x 720 (59.94p/50p) 20 - 3Mbps, 1280 x 720 (29.97p/25p) 8 - 1.5Mbps, 640 x 360 (59.94p/50p) 3/1.5Mbps, 640 x 360 (29.97p/25p) 3 - 0.3Mbps
3G-SDI output (BNC x1)
HDMI output x1
AV output (3.5mm mini jack x1)
XLR x2 (MIC, +48V/LINE), 3.5mm mini jack x1
AV output (3.5mm mini jack x1)
3.5mm mini jack x1
2.5mm mini jack x1
RCA
HOST x1 (network connection)
RJ-45 x1
Optional SSD media case and for future expansion
Required, included
Lithium ion
Non-universal
1
7.40 x 8.93 x 17.20" (188 x 227 x 437mm) (With hood and viewfinder)
7.9 lbs (3.58kg) (With hood and battery, without wireless LAN antenna unit)






Let the GY-HC500UN 4K UHD Camcorder elevate your video production to new heights. This advanced, high-quality handheld camcorder delivers unparalleled 4K resolution, capturing images four times the resolution of standard 1080p. Designed for professional use, it's perfect for the film and television industry or any application that demands superior video recording.
This innovative camcorder offers a variety of sophisticated features, including 24p and 25p recording, time code I/O, XLR mic input, and a 20x zoom lens. It also supports secure digital (SD) recording media for convenient footage storage.
The GY-HC500UN 4K UHD Camcorder stands out with its NDI|HX output capability, offering seamless live production solutions for NDI|HX-compatible hardware or software. You can choose to shoot in 4K ultra-HD with HDR, recording onto SSD or SDHC/SDXC media in a wide array of formats, including ProRes.
The camcorder's 1-inch CMOS 4K image sensor ensures uncompromised cinema and video production, delivering superior dynamic range, high S/N ratio, and high sensitivity. The newly developed wide-angle 20x optical zoom lens offers optimal magnification for shooting, with a dynamic zoom that combines optical zoom and pixel mapping from a 4K image sensor to create a seamless and lossless 40x zoom when shooting in HD mode.
The GY-HC500UN 4K UHD Camcorder also boasts high-performance 1080 60p/50p live streaming with advanced Secure Reliable Transport (SRT) QoS, and a full suite of IP remote control and viewing features. With the optional KA-EN200G encoder, streaming is possible with incredibly efficient HEVC/H.265 compression.
This camcorder is not only advanced but also versatile, making it an excellent choice for professionals seeking high-quality video content. With the GY-HC500UN 4K UHD Camcorder, you can take your video production to the next level.
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