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2020-06-27T14:54:41
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2/3" 2.2MP progressive 3 CMOS
F12 (60Hz), F13 (50Hz) at 2000lx (typical; Extended mode)
1/6 to 1/10000, EEI
1/4, 1/16, 1/64
62dB (Standard mode)
3.26" OLED, WVGA (854x480), 16:9
3.5" LCD, QHD (960x540), 16:9
2/3"
16:9
0.38 x 0.21" / 9.59 x 5.39 mm
20x
60.7 x 36.5 deg. at 8.2 mm
3.4 x 1.9 deg. at 164 mm
1:1.9 at 8.2 to 115.4 mm
1:2.7 at 164 mm (ramping characteristic)
From Front of Lens: 3' (0.91m)
With Macro: 0.4" (10.16mm)
38.7 x 21.7" (98.30 x 55.12cm) at 8.2 mm
2 x 1.1" (5.08 x 2.79cm) at 164 mm
SDHC/SDXC, memory card x2 (HD: Class 6/10 SD/Web: Class 4)
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (HD/SD), MPEG-2 Long GOP VBR (HD), XAVC: H.264
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 (HD/SD), MPEG-2 VBR (HD)
35Mbps
4:2:2 10bit/8bit mode, etc. 50 Mbps-35 Mbps
8Mbps
3-1.2 Mbps
LPCM 2ch/4ch, 48kHz/16-bit (MOV/MP4/MXF), MuLaw 2ch (Proxy)
RTMP, MPEG2-TS/UDP, MPEG2-TS/RTP, RTSP/RTP, Zixi
1920x1080 (59.94p/50p) 20 - 8Mbps, (29.97p/25p) 20 - 3Mbps
1920x1080 (59.94i/50i) 12 - 3Mbps
1280x720 (59.94p/50p/29.97p/25p) 8 - 1.5Mbps
720x480 (59.94i), 720x576 (50i) 8 - 0.3Mbps
640x360 (59.94p/50p) 3/1.5Mbps
640x360 (29.97p/25p) 3 - 0.3Mbps
3G-SDI (BNC x 1)
3G-SDI (BNC x 2), HDMI x 1, Composite (BNC x 1)
26-pin
XLR 3-Pin x2, (MIC, +48v, LINE)/XLR 5-pin
XLR 5-Pin
Genlock input (BNC x 1)
BNC x 1 / BNC x 1
Mini DIN 6-Pin x1
HOST (Type A USB 3.0) x 1 (Network)
RJ-45 x 1
XLR 4-pin x 1
4-pin x 2, D-tap x 1
Wireless audio module and optional future expansion
DC 12V (11V-17V)
35W (including 2W for EVF)
165 x 269 x 366mm (6.50 x 10.59 x 14.41")
Approx. 8.7 lbs (3.95kg) (without battery, EVF and Lens)











The GY-HC900 is a unique and innovative broadcast camcorder that makes no compromises in image quality while offering a level of connectivity not found elsewhere. It features three 2/3" CMOS image sensors that deliver high sensitivity, low noise and wide dynamic range. It's equipped with a new powerful communications engine that truly makes News-over-IP a reality with a streamlined ENG workflow that's both reliable and cost effective. And it offers a powerful fiber solution for advanced EFP and studio installations.
Superb Camera
Three advanced 2/3" CMOS image sensors for high sensitivity: F12 at 60Hz (extended mode)
HDR (High Dynamic Range) (Hybrid Log Gamma)
Industry standard B4 lens mount
Signal-to-noise ratio 62dB (standard)
Dual SDXC media recording
50 Mbps 4:2:2 10-bit recording (H.264)
Standard MPEG-2 recording up to 35 Mbps
1080p slow motion recording (120fps)
Records Sports Exchange Standard formats (1080/720p)
Professional OLED viewfinder
F12 at 60Hz, F13 at 50Hz sensitivity (Extended mode)
IPX2 splash proof safety rating
Enhanced Connectivity
Snap-on SFM-CAM2 bonded LTE transceiver (USB or RJ45 connection)
Built-in Wi-Fi (2.4GHz/5GHz), long range MIMO with dual external antennas
3G-SDI (x2) outputs
3G-SDI input for pool feed
HDMI output
Ethernet LAN (RJ45)
USB host for network function
Time code IN/OUT
Genlock input
XLR audio input (x3) and output
DC Power out connection (x3)
Direct connection (68p) to fiber module
Remote control (via direct connect or network)
Slot for wireless audio module
Slot for future expansion
Complete IP Workflow
Advanced low latency (<500 ms) streaming up to 20Mbps (H.264)
Stream camera or pool feed signal
Zixi error correction with automatic repeat request (ARQ)
SMPTE 2022 forward error correction
Remote control via web browser or RM-LP100
IFB audio
Return video with embedded audio (IP or SDI)
Extraordinary Camera Performance
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Memory Card Recording
Dual memory card slots are provided for standard SDHC/SDXC media. Flexible recording options include redundant, relay and backup modes. The GY-HC900 supports both the popular MPEG-2 35/25Mbps format, widely used by television broadcasters and the more efficient .MOV H.264 format capable of delivering production quality 1080/60p 4:2:2 10-bit recordings. In this mode, recordings can be made at frame rates up to 120fps for ultra-smooth slow motion effects. The camera also records proxy resolution video clips for off-line editing or on-line posting.
The Industry's Most Connected Camera
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