JVC GY-HC900CHU HD CONNECTED CAM Broadcast Camcorder, Body Only

The GY-HC900 “CONNECTED CAM™” broadcast camcorder from JVC features three 2/3-inch CMOS image sensors for full HD imagery, as well as enhanced connectivity for a complete news-over-IP workflow solution in the field.

This model, the GY-HC900CHU is the camcorder body only, lens and other opptional accessories are sold separately.

When paired directly with the optional ProHD Dockable Bridge or via Wi-Fi with any ProHD Bridge unit, the GY-HC900 allows on-air talent to conduct a two-way interview with return video while streaming live to air without any external boxes or backpacks.

This is JVC’s first camera featuring a new communications engine that optimizes both image processing and IP performance.

The engine enables simultaneous recording, low latency streaming, and simultaneous decoding for return video and IFB.

Latency can be as low as 500ms for both outgoing and incoming video.The GY-HC900’s complete IP workflow includes streaming performance up to 20 Mbps and built-in Wi-Fi (2.4Ghz/5GHz) with dual external antennas.

The camera also features Zixi™ error correction with automatic repeat request (ARQ) and SMPTE 2022 forward error correction for reliable transmission.

Beyond ENG, the GY-HC900 is an ideal choice for high-end EFP and studio fiber applications.

It works with the FS-900 camera module, which attaches seamlessly to the camera via a 68-pin interface, and feeds 3G-SDI signals, control, audio, sync, and intercom to a base station via fiber.Equipped with an industry standard B4 lens mount and four-position optical filter, the GY-HC900 delivers excellent sensitivity (F12 at 60Hz, F13 at 50Hz in extended mode) and high 62dB signal-to-noise ratio (in standard mode).

The advanced 2/3-inch CMOS sensors, each with 1920x1080 pixels, combine with an F1.4 prism to produce full HD images.

The camera also offers an HDR mode for creative flexibility, as well as up to 120fps 1080p slow-motion recording.