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The Fujinon HTs18x4.2BRM-M48 lens on the JVC GY-HM890U offers an 18x optical zoom capability.
The JVC GY-HM890U supports a variety of recording formats including Final Cut Pro (.MOV), XDCAM Ex (.MP4), AS-10 (.MXF), AVCHD (.MTS), or H.264 (.MOV) files.
Yes, the JVC GY-HM890U offers live HD streaming and file transfer capabilities, allowing users to transmit live footage or transfer files in the background while continuing to record.
The JVC GY-HM890U offers a multi-pin connection that accommodates JVC fiber or multi-core camera modules. It also supports Wi-Fi control options.
Yes, the JVC GY-HM890U camera has a built-in GPS that allows location information to be recorded.
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1/3" 2.2M pixels progressive scan 3CMOS
Internal/external synchronization
Optical image stabilizer
1/4 to 1/10000
72mm
-6dB, -3dB, 0dB, 3dB, 6dB, 9dB, 12dB, 15dB, 18dB, 21dB, 24dB, Lolux (30dB, 36dB), ALC
Clear, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64
4.3" 1.15M pixels
0.45" 1.22M pixels
2x SDHC/SDXC memory card Class 4/6/10 (Class4 for AVCHD and H.264 SD/Web only)
Video codec: MPEG-2 Long GOP (HD), AVCHD progressive, H.264
MOV (HD/SD/WEB), MP4 (XDCAM EX)
MTS (AVCHD progressive), MXF
MPEG-2 Long GOP
NTSC setting: HQ mode: 1920 x 1080/59.94i, 29.97p, 23.98p, 1440 x 1080/59.94i, 1280 x 720/59.94p, 29.97p, 23.98p
SP mode: 1440 x 1080/59.94i, 1280 x 720/59.94p
HQ mode: 1920 x 1080/50i, 25p, 1440 x 1080/50i
SP mode: 1440 x 1080/50i, 1280 x 720/50p
Progressive mode (Max 28Mbps): 1920 x 1080/59.94p
HQ mode (24Mbps): 1920 x 1080/59.94i
SP mode (17Mbps): 1920 x 1080/59.94i
LP mode (9Mbps): 1440 x 1080/59.94i
EP mode (5Mbps): 1440 x 1080/59.94i
Progressive mode (Max 28Mbps): 1920 x 1080/50p
HQ mode (24Mbps): 1920 x 1080/50i
SP mode (17Mbps): 1920 x 1080/50i
LP mode (9Mbps): 1440 x 1080/50i
EP mode (5Mbps): 1440 x 1080/50i
NTSC setting: XHQ mode: 1920 x 1080/59.94p, 59.94i, 29.97p, 23.98p (50Mbps)
UHQ mode: 1920 x 1080/59.94i, 29.97p, 23.98p (35Mbps)
PAL setting: UHQ mode: 1920 x 1080/50p, 50i, 25p (50Mbps), 1920 x 1080/50i, 25p (35Mbps)
NTSC setting: 720 x 480/59.94i (GY-HM850U/HM890U only)
PAL setting: 720 x 576/50i (GY-HM850E/HM890E only)
NTSC setting: HQ mode (3Mbps): 960 x 540/29.97p, 23.98p
LP mode (1.2Mbps): 480 x 270/29.97p, 23.98p
PAL setting: HQ mode (3Mbps): 960 x 540/25p
LP mode (1.2Mbps): 480 x 270/25p
LPCM 2ch/4ch, 48kHz/16-bit (MPEG-2 Long GOP/H.264), AC3 2ch (AVCHD), ½-law 2ch (Web)
SDI input (BNC x1) (GY-HM890 only)
Composite output (BNC x 1), 3G SDI output (BNC x 1), HDMI output x 1
XLR 3-pin x 2, (MIC,+48V, LINE)/f3.5mm stereo mini jack x 1
RCA x 2
3.5mm mini jack x 2
BNC x 1
BNC x each 1
DIN 6-pin x 1/f2.5mm mini jack x 1
HOST x 1 (Network connection)/DEVICE x 1 (Mass storage)
XLR 4-pin x1
DC 12V (10.5V-17V)
Approx. 28W (Camera body with provided lens and LCD/VF ON, single recording mode, default settings)
-20½C to 50½C (14½F to 122½F)
35% to 80%
-20½C to 50½C (14½F to 122½F)
Under 85%
20.5 x 9.1 x 9.5" (521.0 x 231.0 x 242.3mm)
Without battery: Approx. 8.9 lbs (4.0kg)
With battery: Approx. 10.6 lbs (4.8kg)






Why settle for less when you can have the best with the JVC GY-HM890U ProHD Compact Shoulder Mount Camera, equipped with a Fujinon 18x Lens This advanced 3-CMOS camera is designed to deliver pristine HD images directly to solid-state memory while simultaneously streaming via Wi-Fi or a plug-in LTE modem.
The GY-HM890U stands out with its 4 channels of audio and dual memory card recording capability at up to 50 Mbps. It also boasts an external HD-SDI pool feed input and a full suite of fiber and multicore studio options, making it the most feature-rich HD camera JVC has ever offered.
The camera comes with the Fujinon HTs18x4.2BRM-M48 1/3" 18x ProHD Lens, a lens specifically built for JVC's line of prosumer HDV camcorders. Fujinon lenses are globally recognized for their high build quality and precision optics, making them the industry standard for professional video applications. This lens is equipped with QuickZoom technology, allowing for instant telephoto zoom capability and easy focus verification.
The JVC GY-HM890U is designed with a well-balanced shoulder-mount form factor, making it an ideal choice for both HD studio camera and multi-camera field production camera use. It features a multi-pin connection that accommodates JVC fiber or multi-core camera modules and is compatible with a full range of studio components.
The camera's three, 1/3-inch 2.07 effective megapixel CMOS sensors capture full 1920x1080 images, providing 12-bit processing, F12 sensitivity (50Hz), and an excellent signal-to-noise ratio for superior color reproduction. It supports a variety of file formats for compatibility with most major NLE systems and offers dual codecs for simultaneous recording of a full HD file and smaller, web-friendly H.264 files.
The GY-HM890U also includes an HD/SD-SDI pool feed input that can record and stream video and audio from another camera or SDI source during press conferences or other pool feed environments. It supports LANC remote controllers as well as JVC's proprietary wired remote control system.
The camera's live HD streaming and file transfer capabilities, along with its built-in processor with proprietary algorithms, ensure reliable transmission even under challenging conditions. It also features a built-in GPS for location information recording and is compatible with Advanced Streaming Services, powered by Zixi, for reliable live content delivery.
The JVC GY-HM890U ProHD Compact Shoulder Mount Camera with Fujinon 18x Lens is a comprehensive solution for all your professional video recording needs, offering a blend of high-quality imaging, advanced features, and seamless operation.
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