JVC GY-HM600E review
The GY-HM600E is a next-generation handheld ProHD camera that delivers exceptional imagery and features for news, sports, and independent production. Light, versatile and extremely easy to use, this camera is designed for fast paced ENG—offering superb low light performance, a long (23x) wide angle zoom lens, and expanded file interoperability from acquisition to air.
The GY-HM600E is the ideal hand-held camcorder for fast paced ENG, documentaries and reality TV. It features a long (23x) wide angle Fujinon lens and delivers excellent HD or SD video quality, even in extremely low light environments. Dual card recording on SDHC/SDXC in a variety of popular formats including XDCAM EX™ (MP4), FCP (MOV) and AVCHD ensures the world's fastest shoot to edit workflow.
Features:
1/3-inch 12-bit CMOS sensors (1920 x 1080 x 3)
F11 Sensitivity
23x Fujinon Auto focus zoom lens with manual functions
F1.6-3.0, 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)
Multiple encoding formats:
HD MPEG2 (35/25/19Mbps)
AVCHD 1920x1080 50i
SD H.264
Wide media format compatibility:
.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 microphon
2-channel balanced audio inputs (mic/line switchable) w/phantom power supply
HD/SD-SDI, HDMI Outputs
Wired remote control connector
High performance 2D DNR