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The GY-HC500SPCN 4K UHD Camcorder records in 4K resolution, providing a high level of detail and clarity in the captured video.
The GY-HC500SPCN 4K UHD Camcorder is equipped with a wide-angle 20x optical zoom lens. In HD mode, it uses Dynamic Zoom to create a seamless and lossless 40x zoom.
Yes, the GY-HC500SPCN 4K UHD Camcorder is designed for sports production. It allows for score overlay and game clock input, either manually via a tablet or automatically from your facility's scoreboard using Genius Sports ScoreLink devices.
The GY-HC500SPCN 4K UHD Camcorder features SRT (Secure Reliable Transport) technology for the delivery of high-quality, secure, low-latency video across the public Internet. It also has a Clip Continuous Recording function for easier transfer and editing.
Yes, the smart graphic overlays on the GY-HC500SPCN 4K UHD Camcorder can be controlled using a browser-equipped device such as a tablet or smartphone.
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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)
XLRx 2 (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
For optional KA-MC100G SSD media adapter 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)
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A pinnacle of professional video production technology, the GY-HC500SPCN 4K UHD Camcorder from JVC is a high-quality, advanced, and durable device designed for capturing stunning 4K resolution footage. This innovative camcorder is a versatile tool for sports production, offering a unique blend of features that make it a top choice for filmmakers, television producers, and live event coordinators.
The GY-HC500SPCN is renowned for its ability to produce professional-grade coverage of sporting events, complete with score overlay and game clock. This feature-rich camcorder allows for manual score input via a tablet or automatic score updates directly from your facility's scoreboard using Genius Sports ScoreLink devices. The camcorder generates high-resolution lower third graphics with network quality, which can be overlaid on the video for recording or streaming directly from the camera, including on the NDI|HX output.
The GY-HC500SPCN is part of JVC's CONNECTED CAM family, ensuring unparalleled connectivity while delivering the highest broadcast quality HD and 4K images. The camcorder features a 1-inch CMOS 4K image sensor, providing superior dynamic range, high S/N ratio, and high sensitivity. This large sensor contributes to the artistic visual expression of your footage, including the ability to achieve a shallow depth of field 'bokeh' effect.
Equipped with a newly developed wide-angle 20x optical zoom lens, the GY-HC500SPCN offers optimal magnification for shooting. In HD mode, the Dynamic Zoom feature combines optical zoom and pixel mapping from a 4K image sensor to create a seamless and lossless 40x zoom. This camcorder also offers triple large rings for zoom, focus, and iris for smooth shooting, along with an optical image stabilizer and chromatic aberration correction.
The GY-HC500SPCN also boasts smart graphic overlays for live streaming and recorded video. It comes pre-installed with graphics for a variety of sports, and the overlays can be controlled using a browser-equipped device such as a tablet or smartphone. Additionally, the camcorder is compatible with Genius Sports ScoreLink devices for automatic real-time score and game sequence information updates.
With its advanced camera features like SRT (Secure Reliable Transport) technology and Clip Continuous Recording, the GY-HC500SPCN 4K UHD Camcorder stands as a testament to JVC's commitment to innovation and quality in the realm of professional video production.
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