Be the first on the air and the first online with JVC's connected camcorder, the GY-HM980E. This camcorder is equipped with a 3-CMOS sensor, enabling it not only to offer HD images for physical recording, but also to deliver these same images in live streaming, via wifi or GSM (by connecting an adapter). It features 4 audio channels, two memory card slots, recording at up to 50Mbps, and an HD-SDI input pool, with one for studio options (fiber / multicore).
The integrated 14 zoom features an ENG form factor, although designed for 1/3″ sensor camcorders. The optics maintain a maximum aperture of f1.6 in a focal range from 4.4mm to 62mm.
JVC GY-HM890 highlights
- 1/3 12-bit CMOS sensors (1920 x 18080 x 3)
- Sensitivity F12
- Compact ENG design, interchangeable lenses
- Two SDHC/SDXC slots
- Multiple native formats: XDCAM EX™ (.mp4), Final Cut (.mov), AS-10 (.mxf), AVCHD (.mts), H.264 (.mov)
- 4 ND positions (none, 1/4 , 1/16, 1/64)
- 0.45-inch viewfinder
- 4.3-inch LCD monitor
- Extended focus options
- Focus on assistant
- 12 assignable buttons
- Recording at different frame rates available
- Wired remote control
- Genlock input and Timecode input/output
- 4-channel audio system
- External HD/SD-SDI input for recording and streaming
- Fiber complement, multicore accessories
Communication capabilities of the JVC GY-HM890 camcorder
- Transfer via secure FTP from the shooting location
- Control and monitoring from tablet or smartphone
- Editing metadata from the network
- Advanced streaming and cloud options
- HD streaming without accessories
- A single modem to plug into the camera
- Streaming-optimized camcorder processor
- Streaming and signal visible through viewfinder
- Compatible with classic streaming services
Modular design
The GY-HM890's multi-pin interface allows many accessories to be attached without additional wiring. The multi-core studio interface offers a 26-pin interface, compatible with JVC cables and Sont for connecting the camera control unit (CCU). Power, camcorder control, intercom, tally and HD digital signal are available via the CCU. Other modules include the fiber adapter for remote control and the ASI module.
Full HD sensor for the JVC GY-HM870 camera
The camcorder features three 1/3-inch CMOS sensors, each with 2.07 effective megapixels. Each sensor is capable of capturing Full HD resolution images. They also deliver impressive color reproduction with minimal aberration and impeccable precision.
A connected camcorder for greater functionality
The GY-HM890 is equipped with a USB 2.0 port to support wifi, wired or wireless, or a 3G/4G stick. With this connectivity, several functions are developed:
- Remote control via smartphone, computer or tablet
- Metadata import and editing
- Upload via FTP
- Streaming to an IP address
- Advanced streaming to the cloud or a physical server