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JVC GY-HC500SPC 1" 4K Professional Camcorder (JVGYHC500SPC)
Item #JVGYHC500SPC
Brand: JVC
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Product Overview
The JVC GY-HC500SPC is a connected camcorder built for modern broadcast and IP-based workflows, featuring a 1-inch CMOS sensor and an integrated 20x optical zoom lens with three manual control rings for precise iris, focus, and zoom adjustments. It captures stunning UHD 4K footage in both NTSC and PAL frame rates, supporting HDR recording in HLG or JLog1 10-bit for exceptional dynamic range and color grading flexibility.
Designed for seamless integration, this camera offers scoreboard and broadcast overlays, built-in GPS, and sports metadata tagging, while its dual SD card slots and optional SSD support provide versatile recording options including various ProRes flavors. The high-resolution LCOS electronic viewfinder and articulating 4-inch LCD monitor ensure clear framing, and with auto FTP and IFB return video over IP, your files transfer automatically for an efficient, connected production experience.
Key Features
Image Sensor
1"-Type CMOS
Effective Sensor Resolution
9.35 Megapixel
Image Stabilization
Optical in Integrated Lens
Max Recording Modes
H.264 4:2:2 10-Bit
Up to UHD 4K at 23.98/25/29.97 fps
ProRes 422/ProRes 422 HQ/ProRes 422LT 4:2:2 10-Bit
UHD 4K up to 50/59.94 fps
H.264
Up to 540p
Max Video Output
No
Media/Memory Card Slot
Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) [U3/V30 or Faster Recommended]
H.264 4:2:2 10-Bit
3840 x 2160p at 23.98/25/29.97 fps (70 to 50 Mb/s)
1920 x 1080p (8 to 50 Mb/s)
1280 x 720 (8 to 50 Mb/s)
ProRes 422/ProRes 422 HQ/ProRes 422LT 4:2:2 10-Bit
3840 x 2160p up to 50/59.94 fps
H.264
960 x 540 (1.2 to 3 Mb/s)
720 x 480 (8 Mb/s)
480 x 270 (1.2 to 3 Mb/s)
Video Output
No
Broadcast Output
NTSC
PAL
Fast-/Slow-Motion Support
No
Interval Recording Modes
No
Built-In Microphone
Stereo
Audio Recording
2-Channel
IP Streaming
MPEG2, RTMP, RTP, RTSP, TCP, UDP
640 x 360 to 1920 x 1080 at 50p, 59.94p (0.3 to 20.00 Mb/s)
It features a 1-inch CMOS sensor, providing excellent low-light performance and shallow depth of field control for a professional camcorder.
Can this camcorder stream live video over a network?
Yes, the GY-HC500SPC supports HD IP streaming over a wired connection using protocols such as RTMP, RTP, and RTSP, making it ideal for connected workflows.
What recording formats are supported?
The camera records in various flavors of Apple ProRes (422, 422 HQ, 422LT) in 10-bit 4:2:2, as well as H.264, capturing up to UHD 4K at 60/50p when using an optional SSD.
What is included in the box with the camcorder?
The package includes the JVC GY-HC500SPC camcorder body, a JVC 9600mAh battery, a lens hood, an AC adapter, a power cable, and a limited 2-year parts/1-year labor warranty.
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