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Review Summary
1-Chip 1/2.3" CMOS
Yes
18.9 MP
Optical: 10x 4K
Dynamic: 18x (in HD)
Digital: 200x
46 mm
SDHC/SDXC (512 GB Maximum)
SDHC/SDXC 512 GB
3840 x 2160 30/25p (70 Mb/s), 14 hr
1920 x 1080 60/50p (28 Mb/s), 36 hr 10 min
1920 x 1080 60/50i (24 Mb/s), 42 hr 10 min
1920 x 1080 60/50i (18 Mb/s), 56 hr 10 min
3940 x 2160 at 25/30 fps (70 Mb/s MOV)
1920 x 1080p at 30/60 fps (28 Mb/s AVCHD)
1920 x 1080i at 50/60 fps (24, 18 Mb/s AVCHD)
16:9
JPEG: 3840 x 2160
LCD
Yes
3"
460,000 Dots
Opening Angle: 90 Degree
Turning Angle: 270 Degree
Digital
Yes
None
None
1/4" - 20
1x Mini-HDMI (Type C)
1x USB 2.0
1x USB 3.0 Type-C
1x A/V
Yes
Rechargeable Battery Pack
Max Runtime: 5 Hours per Charge
USB
3.1 x 3.0 x 6.4" (79.0 x 76.0 x 162.0mm) Excluding Grip Belt
1.36 lb (620g) Including Grip Belt
046838078293
Quad-Proof camcorder with 4K Video Recording and long-life internal battery. Dual SD card slots ensures extended recording and easy data handling. 4K Time-Lapse Recording and Full HD High-Speed Recording provide unique, creative video.
Detailed, Realistic Pictures Full of Presence
GZ-RY980 is the first shooting style camcorder to put 4K video and Quad Proof reliability in the palm of your hand. Record your adventure with lasting 4K quality.
Technologies for High-Quality 4K Images
Newly-Developed JVC 4K GT LENS
Provides a wide angle of 29.9mm, custom-designed for fine image reproduction while maintaining a compact profile.
New image processing engine - FALCONBRID 4K
Enables high-speed processing of the massive 4K pixel data for high quality video recording, while also contributing to low power consumption.
Quad-Proof Design
Everio R's renowned Quad-Proof body ensures worry-free usage for outdoor activities or in harsh environments. Also ready for accidents such as sudden rain or drops.
4.5H Internal Long-Life Battery
High capacity internal battery enables 4.5 hours (4K mode)/5.5 hours (HD 60i mode) of continuous recording. You'll have plenty of power to shoot entire events without worry.
8 Megapixel Stills captured from 4K Video
Still images can be freely captured from 4K video, with more than 8 megapixel quality. Grab that crucial moment in a way that still cameras just can't. No need to switch recording modes; no need to carry a separate digital still camera. Just record video and choose the best shots afterward.
4K Time-Lapse Recording
You can enjoy time-lapse video in 4K quality. Just set the camera and shoot, and that's all. No editing required afterward. Take unique, creative videos that are sure to turn heads.
Full HD High-Speed Recording for Slow Motion Playback
With high-speed recording, you can enjoy impressive slow motion of sports, outdoor and near-water scenes, in HD quality. Try recording situations that only a Quad Proof camera can capture, and savor every second of it.
Wide Viewing Angle LCD
New 460K-pixel wide viewing LCD with improved visibility outdoors with a built-in polarizing plate.
Dual SD Card Slots
A single 64GB card can record about 1hr. 45min. of 4K video. Unique features using two cards include; Series Recording to record continuously and seamlessly over two cards and Dual Recording to record the same content (HD only) on both cards. Card is not provided.
Note: Recording in 4K is possible with an affordable "Class 10" SD card, and does not require the card with notation such as "For 4K" or "4K-compatible". Be sure to check that the SD card has Class 10 mark when purchasing.
Full-Fledged Sound with External Mic Input
Super realistic 4K video deserves high-quality realistic sound to go along with it. You can connect an external microphone to record documentary style soundtracks. Photos shows a mounting example with an optional third party microphone and a bar mount.
Wi-Fi Functions (with optional adapter)
Remote Operation
Remote monitoring and camera operation using smartphone/tablet/PC.
Live Streaming
Recording and streaming (HD video/audio) are simultaneously possible via Internet.