This JVC GY-HC550UN Connected Cam 4K NDI-Enabled Professional Camcorder is an updated, NDI-enabled model with all the same features as the original GY-HC550U UHD 4K camcorder. It captures video in both NTSC and PAL compatible frame rates and is designed to seamlessly work with traditional as well as NDI and IP workflows. Built into the camera are a variety of valuable broadcast-related features such as a broadcast overlay, GPS metadata, and MPEG-2 encoding in HD for easy interfacing with legacy broadcasting systems. The camera also features a built-in wireless LAN and the Zixi wireless protocol.

The GY-HC550UN features a 1" CMOS sensor and an integrated 20x optical zoom lens, while the camera can create a 40x digital zoom. The camera can capture in UHD, HD, and SD, and you can record SD as proxy, recording up to 30p to the built-in media card slots or 60/50p to an optional SSD. The camera supports HDR by recording in HLG or JLog1 (10-bit).

The camera captures UHD in various flavors of ProRes, as well as MP4, and it is capable of recording HD in MPEG-2 and streaming HD over IP via a wired connection. The integrated 20x zoom lens features three manual control rings for iris, focus, and zoom. The EVF features LCOS technology and over 1.2 million dots of resolution, while the built-in flip-out LCD viewfinder is just under 4" diagonally. The camera features IFB and return video over IP, as well as auto FTP, so your video files transfer automatically. It has two SDHC/SDXC card slots and features a slot for an optional M.2 SSD (requires optional media adapter caddy) for capturing UHD at 60/50p.

JVC GY-HC550UN Connected Cam 4K NDI-Enabled Professional Camcorder Features:

This model is NDI (Network Device Interface) enabled. NDI is a leading technology that allows hardware- and software-based video devices to communicate and collaborate over any standard Ethernet-based network. Among its many benefits is the reduction of hardware required to operate, and the ability to send multiple video streams over a single connection. It also allows for multiple video sources to be managed in real time with the easy-to-use NDI Discovery function of the network.
10-bit ProRes 422 at 4K50/60 recording to M.2 SSD (requires optional JVC M.2 SSD Media Adapter Caddy).
UHD 4K30/25/24 4:2:0 8-bit recording to SDHC/SDXC card.
MPEG-2 recording in HD for compatibility with broadcast systems.
HDR recording, HLG or J-Log1 (10-bit).
1" (effective) CMOS sensor with high picture quality and F11 sensitivity.
Newly developed 3-ring 4K lens with 20x zoom (f=28-560mm, 35mm equivalent); 20x optical and 40x lossless dynamic zoom.
4" high-resolution LCD monitor, LCOS Quad VGA viewfinder.
XLR audio connectors.
High-performance 1080p60/50 live streaming (4K Rec + HD streaming + 4K HDMI output)
Low-latency and high-quality streaming up to 20 Mb/s.
The camera includes broadcast overlay capability and built-in GPS.
Network Features
LAN terminal (Streaming/IFB/Remote) in addition to USB host (v3.0)
Return over IP (Return video and IFB)
Auto FTP to upload native video clips automatically

Applications

Designed in direct response to systems integrator requests, the NDI-compatible versions ensure that broadcast studios, schools, churches, and other facilities can seamlessly incorporate the cameras within their existing IP infrastructure as a source for live video with tally and IP remote control capability. Current HC550 Series users can also have their cameras upgraded by JVC to implement the new NDI capabilities.

Why not buy this JVC GY-HC550UN Connected Cam 4K NDI-Enabled Professional Camcorder today?

JVC GY-HC550UN Connected Cam 4K NDI-Enabled Professional Camcorder Specifications:

Imaging

Sensor Resolution: Effective: 9.35 Megapixel
Sensor Type: 1"-Type CMOS Sensor
Image Stabilization: None
Built-In ND Filter: Mechanical Filter Wheel with Clear, 2-Stop (1/4), 4-Stop (1/16), 6-Stop (1/64) ND Filters
Capture Type: Video Only

Exposure Control

Shutter Type: Not Specified by Manufacturer
Shutter Speed: 1/10000 to 1/6 Second
Sensitivity: f/11 at 2000 lux 89% Reflectance

Lens

Focal Length: 9.4 to 188.6mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 28 to 560mm)
Optical Zoom Ratio: 20x
Max Digital Zoom: 40x
Maximum Aperture: f/2.8 to 4.5
Minimum Focus Distance: Not Specified by Manufacturer
Filter Size: 82 mm
Control Rings:
- Focus
- Zoom
- Iris
Focus Control:
- Autofocus
- Manual Focus

Video Capture

Internal Recording Modes:
- ProRes 422/ProRes 422 HQ/ProRes 422LT 4:2:2 10-Bit
  - 3840 x 2160 up to 50/59.94 fps
- H.264 4:2:2 10-Bit
  - 3840 x 2160 at 24.00/25/29.97 fps [70 to 150 Mb/s]
  - 1920 x 1080 at 23.98/24.00/25/29.97/30.00/50/59.94/60.00/100/120 fps [8 to 50 Mb/s]
  - 1280 x 720 at 50/59.94 fps [8 to 50 Mb/s]
- H.264
  - 720 x 480 [8 Mb/s]
  - 960 x 540 [1.2 to 3 Mb/s]
  - 480 x 270 [1.2 to 3 Mb/s]
- MPEG-2
  - 1920 x 1080 [25 to 35 Mb/s]
  - 1440 x 1080 [25 to 35 Mb/s]
  - 1280 x 720 [25 to 35 Mb/s]
Fast-/Slow-Motion Support: Slow-Motion Only
Built-In Microphone Type: Stereo
Audio Recording:
- MOV:
- MP4:
- Proxy:
IP Streaming:
- MPEG2, RTMP, RTP, RTSP, TCP, UDP, ZIXI
  - 640 x 360 to 1920 x 1080 at 50p, 59.94p (0.3 to 20.00 Mb/s)

Interface

Media/Memory Card Slot:
- Dual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) [U3/V30 or Faster Recommended]
- Single Slot: NVMe SSD
Video I/O:
- 1 x BNC (3G-SDI) Output
- 1 x HDMI Output
- 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRRS A/V (Composite) Output
Audio I/O:
- 2 x XLR 3-Pin Mic/Line (+48 V Phantom Power) Input
- 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
- 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
Power I/O: 1 x Barrel (12VDC) Input
Other I/O:
- 1 x 2.5 mm Sub-Mini
- 1 x RCA (Timecode)
- 1 x Unspecified USB (LAN) Data
- 1 x RJ45 (LAN, NDI)
- 1 x 2.5 mm Sub-Mini Control
Wireless: 2.4 / 5 GHz MIMO Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) Video Output, Audio Output
Mobile App Compatible:
- No
- *As of February, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.): None