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Compact 4K camcorder

GY-HM170E

The GY-HM170 is a full-featured compact 4K Ultra HD camcorder, with professional audio connectivity, capable of shooting 4:2:2 full HD at 50Mbps. Its small size allows you to shoot in venues that may be unfriendly to larger cameras. The GY-HM170’s integrated 12x optical zoom lens and 4K CMOS sensor deliver razor-sharp 4K Ultra HD recordings directly to SDHC/SDXC memory cards, and you can output live 4K via HDMI.

1/2.3-inch 12.4M CMOS sensor

This camcorder was built to deliver stunning, life-like 4K Ultra HD (3840x2160) video. JVC’s 4K CMOS sensor with 12.4M pixels delivers high sensitivity and excellent performance over a wide range of lighting conditions. Details are crisp and accurate throughout the entire image plane.

Full HD 4:2:2 recording at 50Mbps

The ability to record H.264 4:2:2 24-60p at 50Mbps makes this an ideal camera for broadcasting and production houses alike. The colour accuracy of 4:2:2 enables the camera to deliver exceptional colour resolution even when images are in sharp contrast to the background. This is particularly useful when strong colours are in contrast to bright backgrounds, or in green screen usage.

    • Detachable handle unit with professional XLR audio

    • The detachable heavy-duty handle makes the camcorder easy to carry and also makes it simple to shoot from low angles, thanks to its built-in REC button with lock function, and zoom lever. XLR audio inputs are provided for the attachment of a professional microphone or for LINE input, complete with Phantom power supply capability.

    • Wired remote control supported
    • 0.24-inch colour viewfinder (1.56M pixel) with smart focus assist function
    • 3.5-inch colour LCD display (920K pixel) with smart focus assist function
    • 9 user button assignable functions
    • 4K Ultra HD recording (150 Mbps, 24/30p) to SDXC (UHS-I Speed class3) card
    • High quality integrated 12x F1.2-3.5 zoom lens (35mm equivalent: 29.5-354mm)
    • External microphone not included
    • Built-in stereo microphone
    • 4:2:2 full HD recording at 50Mbps (24-60p)
    • Dynamic zoom in HD mode combines optical zoom and pixel mapping to create seamless and lossless 24x zoom
    • Single 1/2.3-inch CMOS image sensor with 12.4 million pixels (9.03 active)
    • 120fps HD slow motion recording
    • Dual SDHC/SDXC slots enable dual, backup and continuous recording
    • 2 position ND filter (1/4, 1/16)
    • Live 4K UHD output via HDMI connector
    Technical Specifications
    Manuals
    Technical Specifications
    Camera Front-End Specifications
    Image Sensor (inch)
    1/2,3 Inch CMOS
    Number of Sensors
    1
    Mega Pixels
    12.4
    Gain in dB
    0 to 36
    Shutter speed
    1/4 to 1/10000
    White Balance modes
    FAW, AWA, 3200K, 5600K, Manual
    Wide Dynamic Range Mode (WDR)
    Yes
    User selected function buttons
    Yes, 13 (9 Buttons 4 Cross shaped)
    User Customizes Menu
    Yes
    Optical Specifications
    Lens mount
    Internal
    Optical Zoom X times
    12
    Dynamic Zoom x times
    24
    Lens F Number
    1.2 to 3.5
    Lens ratio from / to
    4.67mm to 56.04mm
    Lens ratio equivalent to 35mm
    29.6mm to 355mm
    Auto Focus
    Yes
    Special Auto Focus Features
    Area Focus, Near/Far mode / Face
    Optical Image stabilization
    Yes
    Filter Diameter in mm
    62mm
    Build in ND Filters
    2 Filters: 1/4, 1/16
    Recording Formats
    Media
    SDHC/SDXC
    Media Class
    4K/70 Mbps,HD and below Class 10
    4K/150Mbps UHS1-U3 (no UHS-2)
    Recording slots
    2
    Encoder
    H.264
    File Format MOV
    Yes
    File Format AVCHD
    Yes
    Video Codec MPEG4 AVC/H264 4K/HD
    Yes
    Video Codec AVCHD
    Yes
    Recording specials
    4:2:2 HD Record (H.264,50Mbps)
    Simultaneous recording on 2 cards
    Yes
    Simultaneous recording in 2 modes
    Yes
    Resolution 3840 x 2160
    Yes, 29,97p/25p/23.98p
    Resolution 1920 x 1080
    Yes, 60p/50p/30p/25p/24p/1080i60/i50
    Resolution 1440 x 1080
    Yes, 60i/50i
    Resolution 1280 x720
    Yes, 60p/50/30p/25p/24p
    Resolution 720 x 576
    Yes, 59i
    Resolution 960 x 540
    Yes, 30p/25p/24p
    Resolution 480 x 270
    Yes, 30p/25p/24p
    High Speed Recording
    Yes
    High Speed Recording Modes
    1920x1080 QuickTime (MPEG-4, AVC/H.264)
    120fps/100fps
    Recording Data rate 1
    150 Mbps (UHD)
    Recording Data rate 2
    70 Mbps (UHD)
    Recording Data rate 3
    8,17,24,28 Mbps (AVCHD)
    Recording Data rate 4
    35 Mbps (UHQ)
    Recording Data rate 5
    50 Mbps (XHQ/YUV422)
    Recording Data rate 6
    8 Mbps (SD)
    Recording Data rate 7
    9,8,5,3,1.2,0.8,0.3,0.2 (WEB)
    SD Recording
    Yes
    Interval Recording
    Yes
    Pre Rec (retro) recording
    Yes, 5 sec. (4K)
    5,10,15 sec. (HD/SD)
    Clip Trimming
    Yes
    Audio Channels
    2
    Audio Recording modes
    LPCM 2ch, 48 kHz/16 bit (4k/HD/SD MOV), AC3 2ch (AVCHD), μlow 2ch (Proxy)
    IN-OUT´s Connections
    OUT HDSDI Format max.
    OUT HDMI
    Yes
    OUT HDMI Format max.
    2160/30p,25p,24p 8 bit 4:2:2 EE
    1080/60p,50p 8 bit 4:2:2 EE
    OUT AV
    Yes, 3.5mm mini jack
    OUT Audio Line
    Yes, 1 times 3.5mm mini jack
    OUT Audio Headphone
    Yes, 1 times 3.5mm mini jack
    IN Audio XLR MIC/LINE
    Yes, 2 times supports LINE and MIC Level with +48V
    IN Audio AUX
    Yes, 1 times 3.5mm mini jack
    Build in Microphones
    Yes, Stereo Mic
    Wired remote IN
    Yes, serial LANC 2.5mm mini jack
    USB Data Exchange (Storage)
    Yes
    EVF and LCD
    Operation Panel Type
    LCD
    Operation Panel Resolution
    920K
    Operation Panel Size diagonal in inch
    3.5
    Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) Type
    LCOS
    Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) Resolution
    1,56M
    Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) Size diagonal in inch
    0.24
    Power and Enviroment Spec´s
    Power AC
    Yes, DV12V(AC Adapter)
    Power DC
    Yes, 12 Volt , Battery 7,2V BN-VF823
    Battery types
    BN-VF823
    Power consumption
    Approximate 7,9W with VF in 4K REC mode, default settings
    Operation Temperature in Celsius degrees
    0 to 40
    Storage Temperature in Celsius degrees
    -20 to 50
    Operation Humidity in %
    30 to 80
    Storage Humidity under %
    85
    Mechanical Informations
    Weight in kg
    1.6 including battery
    Measurements (WxHxD) in mm
    W 149 x H 191 x D 307
    Handle removable
    Yes
    Include Package
    Battery
    Yes, BN-VF823
    AC/DC adapter
    Yes
    Handle unit
    Yes, with Professional Audio XLR support
    Instructions
    Yes
    General Editing Note
    NOTE:
    Simulated pictures.The values for weight and dimensions are approximate.E.&O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
    Manuals
    SeparateVolume English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian, Simplified Chinese 2015 0.25MB View Download
    SeparateVolume English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian, Simplified Chinese 2020 0.42MB View Download
    INSTRUCTIONS(BASIC) Simplified Chinese 2015 2.65MB View Download
    INST SHEET Simplified Chinese 2015 1.18MB View Download
    INSTRUCTIONS Simplified Chinese 2015 12.70MB View Download
    INSTRUCTIONS(BASIC) Simplified Chinese 2020 2.37MB View Download
    SeparateVolume Simplified Chinese 2016 1.06MB View Download