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JVC GY-HM660 ProHD Mobile News Camera with Fujinon 23x Zoom Lens

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JVC GY-HM660 ProHD Mobile News Camera with Fujinon 23x Zoom Lens

  • Three 1/3" 12-Bit CMOS Sensors
  • In-Camera Clip Trimming
  • Dual Codec Recording
  • IFB Audio Channel
  • Supports .MOV, .MP4, and AVCHD 2.0
  • Full HD Up to 60p/ Records SD Video
  • Zixi, SMPTE2022, and RTMP Streaming
  • Simultaneously Record and Stream
  • HDMI, HD-SDI Output, 2x XLR Audio Inputs
  • Integrated Fujinon 23x Optical Zoom Lens

The JVC GY-HM660 ProHD Mobile News Camera with Fujinon 23x Zoom Lens is a user-friendly and lightweight ProHD mobile news camera, that gives fast and efficient mobile newsgathering. There are stunning features and they can be categorized as Unsurpassed Image Quality, Advanced Processing Engine, Flexible File-based Workflow, Wifi, and Broadband Connectivity, High-Performance Features, User-Friendly Functions, and to name a few.

In detail, the Unsurpassed Image Quality features in this GY-HM660 include High-Performance Full-HD 1/3-inch CMOS Sensors, 23x Fujinon Auto Focus Zoom Lens, and Outstanding low light performance. As for the Advanced Processing Engine, this device has the revolutionary FALCONBRID™ Dual Codec Image Processing Engine which is a high-speed processor for the best video applications. Furthermore, the Advanced Processing Engine gives users MPEG-2 and AVCHD Recording, and Ultra and Extreme High-Quality Recording Modes.

As for the Flexible File-based workflow, the GY-HM660 has Multiple File Formats for Native Workflows, Support for MXF Files with Rich Metadata, Web Friendly (Proxy) file formats, Built-in GPS, Web Friendly (Proxy) file formats, Dual SDHC/SDXC Card Slots for Maximum Versatility, and the Estimated Recordable Time of SD Cards. In the meantime, the Wi-Fi and Broadband Connectivity offer Network Connectivity for Next-Level Functionality includes importing metadata, adding Metadata, Editing Metadata; and Remote control & viewing with a mobile device.

This GY-HM660 also has the built-in Secure File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Advanced streaming with Zixi ARQ, and Zixi Forward Error Correction. On the High-Performance features, there are Superb Portability and Compact Design along with the Shooter-friendly controls and layouts. In addition, there are also High-Resolution 3.5" LCD Monitor, 1.22 Megapixel LCOS Viewfinder, Focus Assist Function, and GUI. From a User-friendly function, this device has some special features such as Pre Rec (Retro Cache) Start Mode, HD-SDI / HDMI Connectivity, Variable Frame Rate Recording, Wired Remote Control Connection; Audio Recording and Monitoring Flexibility. This product also has Supporting Software such as JVC ProHD Clip Manager, and the ProHD Log and Transfer Plug-in.

Specs

Sensor

1/3" 2.2M pixels progressive scan 3CMOS

 

Synchronizing System

Internal

 

Stabilizer

Optical image stabilizer

 

Lens

Fujinon F1.6-3.0, 23x, f=4.1 - 94.3 mm (35 mm conversion: 29 to 667 mm)

 

Filter Diameter

72 mm

 

Shutter Speed

1/6 to 1/10000

 

Gain

-6, -3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18 dB, Lolux, AGC

 

ND Filter  

1/4, 1/16, 1/64

 

LCD Display

3.5" (8.9 cm) 920K pixels, 16:9

 

Viewfinder

LCOS: 0.45" (1.1 cm) 1.22M pixels, 16:9

 

Recording Media

2x SDHC/SDXC memory card class 6/10

 

Video Recording

Video codec: MPEG2 Long GOP (HD), AVCHD, H.264 (SD)

File format: MOV (HD/SD: H.264), MP4 (XDCAM EX), MTS (AVCHD)

 

Recording Mode

MPEG-2 Long GOP:

NTSC setting --

 

HQ mode:

1920 x 1080/59.94i, 29.97p, 23.98p,

1440 x 1080/59.94i, 1280 x 720/59.94p, 29.97p, 23.98p

 

SP mode:

1440 x 1080/59.94i

PAL setting --

 

HQ mode:

1920 x 1080/50i, 25p, 1440 x 1080/50i

 

SP mode:

1440 x 1080/50i

 

AVCHD

NTSC setting --

HQ mode:

1920 x 1080/59.94i, SP mode: 1920 x 1080/59.94i

PAL setting --

HQ mode:

1920 x 1080/50i, SP mode: 1920 x1080/50i

 

SD (H.264)

NTSC setting: 720 x 480/59.94i

 

Proxy (H.264)

NTSC setting:

LP/LV mode: 480 x 270/29.97p, 23.98p

PAL setting:

LP/LV mode: 480 x 270/25p

 

Sampling

Records 4:2:0 but has a live output of 4:2:2

 

Audio Recording

LPCM 2ch, 48kHz/16-bit (MPEG-2 Long GOP/H.264), AC3 (AVCHD)

 

Video Output

(1) AV output (f3.5 mm mini jack)

(1) SDI output

(1) HDMI output

 

Audio Input

(2) XLR (MIC, +48V/LINE)

(1) f3.5 mm mini jack

 

Audio Output

(1) AV output (f3.5 mm mini jack)

 

Headphone

(1) f3.5 mm mini jack

 

Time Code Link Input/Output

(1) RCA

 

Remote

(1) f2.5 mm mini jack

 

Operating Temperature

32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)

 

Storage Temperature

14 to 122°F (-20 to 50°C)

 

Operating Humidity

35 to 80%

 

Storage Humidity

Under 85%

 

Power

DC 12V (AC adapter), DC 7.2V (battery)

 

Power Consumption

Approx. 12W (with VF and LCD monitor)

 

Dimensions

7 x 7.8 x 16.3" (17.8 x 19.8 x 41.6 cm)

 

Weight

Approx. 5.3 lbs (2.4 kg)

 

Packaging Info

Package Weight

9.15 lb

 

Box Dimensions (LxWxH)

19.7 x 11.4 x 10.7"

 

In The Box

AC Adapter

AV Cable

Battery Pack

Limited 3-Year Warranty

JVC GY-HM660 ProHD Mobile News Streaming Camera

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