JVC GY-HC550U 9.35MP 4K UHD Handheld Connected Camcorder for Broadcast Overlay with 1" CMOS 4K Image Sensor

A cutting-edge solution for broadcast newsgathering, the GY-HC550U 9.35MP 4K UHD Handheld Connected Camcorder is designed to deliver high-quality, low latency, error-free video wirelessly. This compact, handheld device is equipped with a built-in wireless LAN featuring Zixi error correction and optional HEVC/H.265 encoding, ensuring super-reliable Zixi or SRT streaming.

The GY-HC550U camcorder is powered by JVC's robust communications engine, allowing your crew to view return video and receive IFB from your facility while shooting. The integrated 20x lens ensures no compromises in image quality, and the device offers a range of media options, including SDHC, SDXC, and SDD.

With the ability to shoot and record to SSD (solid state drive) media in a variety of formats, including 10-bit ProRes 422 at 4K resolution and 50/60p frame rates, this camcorder is a versatile tool for any production team. The built-in dual channel (2.4GHz, 5GHz) broadband radios with MIMO further enhance its functionality.

The GY-HC550U features a 1-inch CMOS 4K image sensor, delivering superior dynamic range, high S/N ratio, and high sensitivity. This large sensor contributes to artistic visual expression, including shallow depth of field 'bokeh' capability.

The camcorder is equipped with a newly developed wide-angle 20x optical zoom lens, offering optimal magnification for shooting. When shooting in HD mode, Dynamic Zoom combines optical zoom and pixel mapping from a 4K image sensor to create a seamless and lossless 40x zoom.

The GY-HC550U also supports HDR via HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) mode and JVC's proprietary J-Log 1 Gamma mode, enabling high dynamic range capture of a broad color spectrum with 10-bit recording. The Auto Focus and Focus Assist functions provide highly accurate, stable focusing essential for 4K shooting.

The GY-HC550U records in Apple ProRes 422 for attention-grabbing 4K 60p/50p image creation. The 4:2:2 format provides richer color information, and 10-bit recording delivers rich gradations, a definite advantage for grading work after recording.

The camcorder offers dual SDHC/SDXC card slots for recording 4K 30p/25p/24p or HD video on readily available, affordable media. Its robust body makes it suitable for harsh environments, and its excellent construction in weather resistance enables confident image gathering in the field.

The GY-HC550U is a CONNECTED CAM series camcorder, delivering a variety of features and performance required in the field with IP connectivity. It's capable of streaming LIVE HD/SD and proxy video/audio files via network up to 24Mbps with low latency.

With the GY-HC550U, you can build an advanced Live-over-IP workflow solution, engage in a 2-way interview with return video and audio while streaming live to air via IP network, and remotely control vital camera operations via wireless or wired LAN from anywhere in the world.

In summary, the GY-HC550U 9.35MP 4K UHD Handheld Connected Camcorder is a comprehensive solution for high-quality video production, offering superior image quality, versatile media options, and advanced connectivity features.