JVC GY-HM650E review
The GY-HM650E is the perfect camcorder for next generation newsgathering. With dual codec recording, clips can be transferred to the station immediately with built in FTP. Light, versatile and extremely easy to use, this camera offers superb low light performance, a long (23x) wide angle zoom lens, and MXF file interoperability from acquisition to air.
Mobile Newsgathering is now faster and better then ever with the introduction of JVC's GY-HM650E. Small and light enough to be used anywhere, this advanced camera surpasses the performance of many traditional ENG style units and offers capabilities never before available on any model. Dual codecs make it possible to record for 2 screens simultaneously: full HD on one memory card and a smaller web-friendly file on another card. Transfer the footage back to the station with the GY-HM650E's built-in FTP and WiFi connectivity.
The GY-HM650E's long (23x) wide angle lens is perfect for fast paced ENG. The camera offers superb low light performance with F11 sensitivity at @2000 lux.
Features:
1/3-inch 12-bit CMOS sensors (1920 x 1080 x 3)
F11 Sensitivity
23x Fujinon Auto focus zoom lens with manual functionsF1.6-3.0, 23x, f=4.1-94.3mm (35mm conversion:29 to 667mm)
Optical image stabilizer
3 position ND filter (1/4, 1/16, 1/64)
0.45-inch 1.22M pixel colour viewfinder
3.5-inch 920K pixel LCD display with focus assist
SDXC/SDHC memory card recording(2 slots for dual-backup, continuous recording)
Dual Codec: Recording simultaneously HD + SD or HD + ?HD (for Web delivery)
Multiple encoding formats:
HD MPEG2 (35/25/19Mbps)
AVCHD 1920x1080 60i
SD H.264
Wide media format compatibility:
.MXF with rich Metadata (optimized for asset management)
.MOV (Final Cut Pro)
.MP4 (XDCAM EX™)
AVCHD
Professional switch layout and comprehensive video settings
Pre Rec (retro) mode (20 sec.)
Interval (time lapse) recording
Built-in stereo microphone
2-channel balanced audio inputs (mic/line switchable) w/phantom power supply
HD/SD-SDI, HDMI Outputs
Wired remote control connector
Built-in GPS
WiFi connectivity with Apps for iOS/Android for remote control, remote viewing, metadata upload
FTP file upload via WiFi
High performance 2D DNR