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Extend coverage on pre-owned products after the retailer warranty ends and protect photo & video gear from accidental damage with Adorama Protect.
If we can’t fix it, we’ll replace it at no additional cost.
Coverage for pre-owned gear begins after the retailer warranty ends, plus accidental damage protection for photo/video gear that starts on day one.
Enjoy your gear without fear. We have you covered!
When regular use of your product over time results in mechanical or electrical failure.
We will never charge you a deductible after the purchase of a plan.
Our claims process is simple & easy and our customer service team is happy to help.
Adorama Protect powered by Extend is available for purchase to customers in the United States. Not available for International and U.S. territories purchases. Plans on pre-owned items do not cover pre-existing damages.
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MPEG-2 Long GOP
Quicktime for Final Cut Pro/MP4 file formats
NTSC
HD HQ Mode: 1920x1080/59.94i, 29.97p, 23.98p, 1440x1080/59.94i (MOV only), 1280x720/59.94p, 29.97p, 23.98p
HD SP mode: 1440x1080/59.94i, 1280x720/59.94p 29.97p, 23.98p
SD mode: 480/59.94i (GY-HM790U/CHU only)
HD HQ 720p mode: 10/12/15/20/24/30/40/48/60fps
PAL
HD HQ mode: 1920x1080/50i, 25p, 1440x1080/50i (MOV only), 1280x720/50p, 25p
HD SP mode: 1440x1080/50i, 1280x720/50p, 25p
SD mode: 576/50i (GY-HM790E/CHE only)
HD HQ 720p mode: 10/12.5/20/25/40/50 fps
1/3" Progressive 3CCD
Optional
1080 Lines
1.25 lux (1920 x 1080 mode, f/1.4, +18dB, w/8-frame accumulation)
ND: OFF, 1/4, 1/16
4.3"
0.45" LCOS (1.23MP)
(2) SD/SDHC (Class 6 or Class 10)
Optional SxS Module
1/6 to 1/10000, EEI
0dB, 3dB, 6dB, 9dB, 12dB, 15dB, 18dB, ALC
6+ hours (2 x 32GB SD Cards, 19Mbps mode)
HD: Linear PCM 2ch, 48 kHz / 16 bit
SD: Linear PCM 2ch, 48 kHz / 16 bit or 4ch, 32 kHz / 12 bit
Component: BNCx3 (x1 Output)
Composite: BNC (x1 Input, x1 Output)
HD/SD-SDI: BNC (x1 Output)
FireWire: 4-Pin
USB 2.0: MiniB
Audio: XLR (x2 Input)
Audio: RCA (x2 Output)
Headphone: 3.5mm Minijack
Genlock: BNC (x1 Input)
Timecode: BNC (x1 Input, x1 Output)
Remote: 6-pin DIN
12VDC (11-17V)
27W
32deg. to 104deg.F (0deg. to 40deg.C)
8.2 lbs (3.7kg) (Includes lens, viewfinder, mic, battery)
The JVC GY-HM790 ProHD ENG / Studio Camera is a modular, 1/3" shoulder-mount video camera that's equally at home in the studio or in the field. Capable of recording 1080i/p, 720p 480i video to native MP4 or Final Cut Pro files for the most efficient workflow, the GY-HM790 also offers a full complement of broadcast features, including HD-SDI output, 4:2:2 sampling, timecode, genlock variable frame rates. Its ability to record to dual, hot-swappable SD/SDHC cards means affordable access to readily available media, which can be coupled with an optional SxS recorder for extended or backup capture. Optional studio components add another layer of professional functionality, placing the GY-HM790 in truly the best of both worlds.