4K Memory Card Camera Recorder
GY-HC550
The Ultimate Live-Over-IP
4K 4:2:2 10-bit Recording Handheld Camcorder
Product photo shown with optional microphone.
Stay in Touch with Your Audience
Connect breaking news with your audience
immediately and wirelessly. The GY-HC550
CONNECTED CAM offers built-in MIMO
based wireless LAN with Zixi error correction
for high-level connectivity in a compact,
handheld camcorder. There's no compromise
in image quality, thanks to a 1-inch CMOS,
integrated 20x lens, and advanced auto focus
technologies. Media options include SSD
(solid state drive) and SDHC/SDXC card – and
on SSD you can record in 10-bit Apple ProRes
422 at 4K UHD resolution and 60p/50p frame
rates. While shooting, your crew can view
return video and receive IFB from your facility.
Quality, connectivity, versatility, reliability –
everything you need to seize the moment and
deliver it as it happens.
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Product photo shown with optional microphone.
Superb Camera Performance
1" CMOS 4K Image Sensor
The GY-HC550 features a 1-inch CMOS 4K image sensor for
uncompromised image quality. This large sensor delivers a superior
dynamic range, high S/N ratio and high sensitivity (F11 at 2000lx).
Details are crisp and accurate throughout the entire image plane.
20x Optical/40x Dynamic Zoom Lens with Manual Functions
The GY-HC550 is equipped with a newly developed wide-angle 20x
optical zoom lens to offer flexible magnification for shooting. When
shooting in HD mode, Dynamic Zoom combines optical zoom and pixel
mapping from a 4K image sensor to create seamless and lossless 40x
zoom. Take total control of the scene with triple large rings for zoom,
focus, and iris for smooth shooting. Other features include an optical
image stabilizer and chromatic aberration correction.
4K UHD 60p/50p Apple ProRes 422 10-bit Recording
Original
image at
wide end
20x Optical Zoom
The GY-HC550 can record in Apple ProRes 422 for attention-
grabbing 4K 60p/50p image creation. Apple ProRes 422 HQ
offers virtually lossless intra-frame compression, which
speeding up post-production. Footage is recorded in native file
formats that are understood by most major editing applications
without transcoding. This is helpful for efficient workflow of
editing and post process. The 4:2:2 format also provides richer
color information and 10-bit recording delivers rich gradations—
Estimated
recording time
(Approx. min.)
4K UHD 60p/50p
(at highe st bit rate)
Apple P roRes 422 HQ 151/18 0 75/90 38/45
Apple P roRes 422 226/ 271 113/13 5 56/68
Apple P roRes 422 LT 324 /388 162/194 81/97
Note:
Apple ProRes 422 recording req uires SSD media and the optional
KA- MC100G media adapter.
a definite advantage for grading work after recording.
SSD Enables Extended Time 4K UHD 60p/50p Shooting
Large-capacity, readily-available SSDs (2.5", M.2 SATA) are compatible,
so extended-time 4K UHD 60p/ 50p video recording is possible.
Just plug it into the camera’s extended slot (using the optional SSD
adapter KA-MC100G) and you are able to record with only the
camera, ensuring a high degree of mobility. High-speed transfer
Various Codecs and
Recording Formats
Video Codec Mode (Bit rate) Resolution File format
Apple P roRes 422
With a variety of recording formats including
MPEG-2 MXF preferred by broadcasters,
the GY-HC550 provides professionals with
unprecedented flexibility to meet production
MPE G-4 AVC/
H.264
standards through a wide range of workflows.
Note: Apple ProRes 422 is recorded to only SSD.
MPEG -2 Long GOP HD
For Sports System
MPE G-4 AVC/
H.264
of huge amounts of recorded footage is also
possible for stress-free data handling.
Note:
• Approved SSD media should be used. More det ailed information is available on
the JVC we bsite.
• HD format recording to SSD is a planned future upgrade.
4K UHD 59.94p/50p/29.97p/25p/23.98p
Apple P roRes 422 HQ 10 -bit
Apple P roRes 422 10 -bit
Apple P roRes 422 LT 10- bit
4K UHD 29.97p/25p/23.98p
4:2:2 10 -bit / 4:2:0 8 -bit
4:2:2 10 -bit / 4:2:0 8 -bit, others
HD
SD
Web (Proxy)
Exchange (U model)
MP4 (E model )
SSD Capacity
2TB 1TB 500GB
384 0 x 2160 QuickTime
384 0 x 2160
(150M bps / 70Mbp s)
1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720
(70Mb ps / 50Mbps /
35Mbps)
720 x 48 0/576
(8Mbp s)
960 x 540, 480 x 270
(3 to 1.2Mb ps)
1920 x 1080
1440 x 10 80
1280 x 720
(35Mbp s / 25Mbps)
1920 x 1080 (12Mbps)
1280 x 720 (8Mbps)
QuickTime
QuickT ime / MXF
MP4
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Advanced CONNECTED CAM Features
• UDP • RTP + SMPTE2022 FEC
• Zixi advanced QoS • RTMP to CDNs
• RTSP/RTP
BR-DE900 Decoder
The GY-HC550 supports various live
streaming protocols to accommodate
a range of usages.
Live Streaming
FTP
Retur n Video / IFB
Return Video
• Live Streaming • Auto FTP
• Remote Control • Metad ata
IFB
BR-DE900 Decoders
Zixi zR AMP
Return Video Encoder
Remote Control / Metadata
LTE Bonding
Balanced
News/Sports
Station
Transmission
Broadband Router
Encoder
Switcher
Mic
SFE-CAM
Return-over-IP (Video and Audio/IFB)
Live-over-IP Features with Built-in MIMO based Wireless LAN
As a CONNECTED CAM series camcorder, the GY-HC550 delivers a
variety of features and performance required in the field with IP
connectivity. Use the built-in MIMO based wireless LAN, or use the
RJ- 45 LAN terminal for the stability of wired communication. Count on
camera-to-studio and studio -to-camera two-way data communication
to enable you to build an advanced Live-over-IP workflow solution.
Live Streaming
HD Live Streaming up to 24Mbps with Low Latency
The GY-HC550 is capable of streaming LIVE HD/SD and proxy video/
audio files via network up to 24Mbps with low latency. High quality,
stable streaming is possible from the field using just the camera itself
(appropriate network connection required). No need to
carry a heavy backpack or external boxes.
Various QoS Technologies including Zixi and SMPTE 2022-1
For reliable, quality streaming, Zixi advanced streaming is built-in to
provide forward error correction, automatic repeat request (ARQ),
and adaptive bitrate control to ensure error-free video delivery
in packet loss environments such as when streaming over cellular
networks. SMPTE 2022-1 forward error correction is also supported
for reliable transmission.
Return over IP
The GY-HC550 can receive return video/IFB from the station while
streaming live to air via IP thanks to a new platform. This allows
Return/Camera video switchable
WAN
Advanced QoS / Adaptive Bitrate
reporters and camera operators to wirelessly receive directions
from the station .
WAN
3 4
Connection in the Field
LTE 1
USB/RJ-45
USB/RJ-45
LTE 2
SFE-CAM – Bonded LTE Hotspot
SFE-CAM – Bonded LTE Hotspot
BR-DE900
Decoders
Zixi zR AMP
VPN Router
Wireless LAN
Wireless LAN
LTE 1
LTE 2
VPN Router
ProHD Studio
– 4-Channel Live-
over-IP Switcher
SFE-CAM is a power ful bonded cellular hotspot that connects
interactively to multiple GY-HC550 camcorders and features Peplink’s
patented SpeedFusion™ technology. Multiple GY-HC550 units
can be connected to SFE-CAM via built-in wireless LAN with dual
external antennas. SFE-CAM bonds multiple cellular and wireless
LAN connections enabling the user to send digital video at greater
speeds than you could with a single modem, and at a fraction of what
it would cost using a conventional satellite connection. And even
while docked to a single camera, this unit provides the power and
connectivity that lets you stream from multiple cameras to
HD-SDI decoders or servers at a central location. It’s provided with
dual cellular modems with redundant SIM slots and dual band Wireless
LAN letting you use up to four different providers for bandwidth
bonding, data overage protection or eliminating blind spots.
WAN
Secure Encrypted VPN
Complete Video-over-IP Solution for Remote Production
Return Video Encoder
The GY-HC550 with ProHD Studio system provides an affordable multi-
camera live production solution with unique features. The ProHD
Studio accepts four Video-over-IP streams from the GY-HC550 (or JVC
IP-supported cameras). And a built-in H.264 encoder supports 1080/60p
and 1080/50p streaming up to 24Mbps. In addition, it can support
RTMP protocol for direct streaming to the Facebook Live and other
WAN
Auto FTP
It’s possible to upload video clips to an FTP server via IP. Auto FTP
function allows you to start uploading a recorded clip without
opening the menu screen.
live streaming service providers. Output choices include dedicated
HD-SDI and HDMI ports, plus an HDMI display port for multi-view or
program monitoring. IP accommodates streaming from the camera as
well as RCU and return, IFB from the studio, including tally and voice
instructions. Suitable for compact live production and streaming studio
for live events such as concerts, sports, ceremonies and conferences.
Secure Encrypted VPN
Field Cameras
Download metadata from the server
WWW.
Return Video
RCUEncoder
FTP
Upload
IP Remote Control with Viewing Built-in GPS
When the camera is IP connected, vital camera operations can
be remotely controlled via wireless or wired LAN from a tablet,
smartphone, or computer anywhere in the world. Remote control
functions include lens and camera settings as well as registering zoom
presets and IP connection settings.
A GPS unit is built-in, enabling location information to be recorded or
streamed as metadata along with the video data.
HDR via HLG/J-Log 1
The GY-HC550 is equipped with an HDR compatible
HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) mode and JVC’s proprietary
J-Log 1 Gamma mode. These enable high dynamic
range capture of a broad color spectrum with 10-bit
recording for better color grading and to avoid banding.
Footage recorded in HLG mode will deliver a full HDR
image when viewed on HLG- compatible monitors. The
J-Log 1 mode delivers wide latitude and a high dynamic
range of 800%. In the field, it’s possible to record while
checking the image on the GY-HC550’s LCD screen or
viewfinder to get a grasp of the final output.
HLG & J-Log 1 Color Gamut
J-Log 1 and Rec709+Knee Gamma
120
100
80
60
40
OUTPUT (I RE)
20
0
0 100 200 300 40 0 500 600 700 800
TONE CURVE
INPUT (%)
HLG
J-Log1
ITU709+KNEE
[ HLG Workflow ]
GY-HC550 support s HLG recording which enables simple HDR workflow without color grading. Avoiding clipped highlights or shadows, images are more
realistic and vibrant. BT.2020 which offers wider color gamut is also supported.
Extremely Practical Auto Focus and Assist Functions
The Auto Focus and Focus Assist functions of the
GY-HC550 provide the highly accurate, stable focusing
that is essential for 4K shooting. Moreover, its broad
customizability enables it to perform in a variety of
• One Button Control: “PUSH AUTO/LOCK” but ton enables you to lock focus, or
engage AF for as long as you keep the button pressed, etc., for one-button focus
control according to the focus mode you have selected.
• Advanced Face Detection
shooting situations.
• Customizable AF: AF speed, AF sensitivity, AF area,
and Near Limiter can be adjusted as needed.
• Customizable AF Assist: Turning the focus ring varies
the function depending on the Focus /Assist mode
status to fully control focusing.
Broadcast Info Overlay on HD Video and Streaming
Designed for enhanced single-camera produc tion, the
GY-HC550 produces real-time broadcast information
overlays for HD recorded video or streamed video
without an external CG or production switcher.
Lower-third graphic overlays are generated and
controlled using a browser-equipped device, such as
a tablet or smartphone.
Notes:
• This feature is not available in 4K or SD mode.
• Overlay designs can be created in various language charac ters using
JVC’s SDP Ge nerator (f ree soft ware).
Watermark
(Imported,
movable)
TEXT 1:
Program
name, etc.
TEXT 2: News title, Re porter name, etc. Time Temperature, etc.
Face Only AF: OFFFace Detection: ON Face Only AF: ON
MF
When the face turns away
and fac e detection fails, focus
comes into the subject in the
background.
When face detection fails,
focusing automatically switches
to MF while maintaining the
focus on the position of the face.
(Pre- installed or
Logo (Imported)
“LIVE” mar k
imported)
Robust Body and Excellent in
Weather Resistance
Large 3-Color LED Indicators
Two large-size LED indicators light in three colors to
give you an at-a-glance indication for camera status and
network conditions including return video.
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Its robust body makes the GY-HC550 ready to work in harsh
environments and situations. Excellent construction in weather
resistance enables image gathering in the field with confidence.
Usability and Connectivity
• Dual SD Card Slots
Card slot selector
AUX In
Dual SDHC/SDXC card slots let you record 4K 30p/25p/24p or HD video on readily available,
affordable media. Unique features using two cards include continuous recording card by card,
simultaneous recording on two cards, and backup recording to record ordinar y Rec Start/Stop controlled footage in slot A while recording all data in slot B even when slot A is paused.
Dual Antennas
for wireless LAN
XLR Audio In (x2)
HDMI
Remote
DC In
3G-SDI
• Extended Slot
SSD
(2.5" M.2 SATA)
(SSD Slot)
SSD Media
SSD Media Adapter
KA-MC100G (optional)
Dimensions Accessories
H: 229mm
(9 -1/16")
BN-VC296G
Battery
Headphones
USB Host (2.0)
LAN (RJ-45)
Time Co de (TC) input/outpu t terminal:
Connect with an another camera to
synchronize the time code.
Product photo shown with optional microphone.
AA-VC2
Battery Charger
W: 188 mm
(7-7/16")
D: 4 37mm
(17-1/4")
Product photo shown with optional microphone.
GY-HC550 / GY-HC500
Comparison
KA -MC100G
SSD Media Adapter
Codec MPEG-2/MXF Yes No
Hardware
IP Zixi protocol Yes No
Broadcast Overlay Yes No
GPS Yes No
Wireless LAN 2.4G/5G Built-i n With optional USB dongle
GY-HC55 0 GY-HC50 0
RM- LP100
Remote Camera Controller
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Specifications
Power DC12V (AC ada pter), DC7.2V (bat tery)
Power consumption Approx. 24W ( Default set ting)
Dimen sions (W x H x D) 188mm x 2 29mm x 437mm (wi th lens hood )
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
CAMERA
VIDEO/AUDIO RECORDING
LIVE VIDEO STREAMING
INTE RFACES
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES Batte ry (BN-VC296 G) x 1, wireless LAN antenna x 2, AC adapter, power c able, lens hoo d
Weight 3.3kg (with lens hoo d and batter y, without wire less LAN a ntenna unit )
Operation temperature 0°C to 4 0°C
Storage temperature -20°C to 50°C
Operating humidity 30% to 80%
Storage humidity Under 8 5%
Image s ensor 1" (effec tive) CMOS, effective nu mber of pixels : approx 9.35 milli on
Synchronizing Internal synchronization
Stabilizer Optical image stabilizer
Sensitivity F11 at 2000 lx 89.9% reflec tance
Lens F2.8 (wid e) to F4.5 (tele), f=9.43m m to 188.6mm (f=28mm to 560mm ( 35mm equiv alent))
Filter diameter 82mm
Shutter speed 1/6 (48Hz), 1/7.5 (60Hz) to 10000
Gain -6, -3, 0 , 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 21, 24 Lolux (30, 36) dB, AGC
ND filter OF F, 1/4, 1/16, 1/64
Viewfinder 0.4" LCOS appr ox 3.68M pixels Quad VGA (1280 x 96 0), 1280 x 720 at 16:9
LCD monitor 3.97" LCD appr ox. 1.15M pi xels WVGA (8 00 x 480), 8 00 x 450 at 16:9
Recording media
Video codec A pple ProRes 422 , MPEG-4 AVC/H .264, MPEG-2
File format QuickT ime, MP4, MXF
Audio recording
Protocol RTMP, MPEG2-TS/UDP, MPEG2-TS/TCP, MPEG2-TS/R TP, RTSP/RT P, Zixi
Resolution and bit r ate
Audio AAC 2ch 128 Kbps (1.5Mbp s over), 64K bps (0.8Mbps under)
Video/Audio output 3G-SDI out put (BNC x 1) (up to 1920 x 10 80 60p 4:2:2 10 -bit), HDMI o utput x 1 (up to 3 840 x 2160 60p 4:2:2 10-bit)
Audio input XLR x 2 (MIC, +48V/LINE ), ø3.5mm mini jack x 1
Headphone ø3.5mm mini jack x 1
Remote ø2.5 mm mini jack x 1
Time code input/output RCA x 1
USB HOST x 1 (ne twork con nection, USB 2 .0)
Ethernet RJ -45 x 1
Extended slot KA -MC100G and f or future ex pansion pur pose
Wirel ess LAN Built-in (2.4GHz/5GHz) MI MO with dual e xternal a ntennas
SDHC/S DXC memory c ard x 2
SSD (Soli d State Drive) Typ e M.2 SATA With KA-MC100 G (optional)
LPCM 2ch, 48kHz/24-bit/16 -bit , μ-Law 2c h (Web), AAC 2ch ( Exchange/MP4),
Detail informati on is shown in Recording Formats cha rt below.
HD
SD 720 x 48 0 (59.94i ) (U model), 72 0x576 (50i) (E/EC model ) 8/5/3/1.5/0.8 /0.3Mbps
Low
4K (150Mb ps): UHS-1 U3, 4K (70M bps)/HD (70 Mbps/50 Mbps): Clas s 10,
HD (35M bps):Class 6 , SD: Class 4, Web: Cla ss 4, High-Spe ed: UHS-1 U3,
Excha nge (U model) /MP4 (Emodel ): Class 4
1920 x 108 0 (59.94p/50p) 24/20/16/12/8Mbps
1920 x 108 0 (59.94i /50i/29.97p/25 p) 20/16/12/8/5/3 Mbps
1280 x 720 (59.94p/5 0p) 20/16/12/8/5/ 3Mbps
1280 x 720 (2 9.97p/25 p) 8/5/3/1.5Mbps
640 x 3 60 (59.94p/50p) 3/1.5Mbps
640 x 3 60 (29.97p/25p) 3/1.5/0.8 /0.3Mbps
Recording Formats
System Video f ormat Resolution Frame rate Bit rate Audio Rec time (mi n.)
Appl e ProRes 422 HQ
Appl e ProRes 422 LT 821/684/410/342/328Mbps 162/194/323/387/403
4K UHD
HD
SD
WEB
(Proxy)
High-
Speed
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and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Zixi and the Zixi logo are
trademarks of Zixi LLC. The SD, SDHC and SDXC are trademarks of the SD Card Association.
QuickTime
(MPEG-4. AVC/H.264)
QuickTime
(MPEG-4. AVC/H.264)
QuickTime
(MPEG-2 Long GOP)
Excha nge (U model )
MP4 (E/EC m odel)
QuickTime
(MPEG-4. AVC/H.264)
QuickTime
(MPEG-4. AVC/H.264)
QuickTime
(MPEG-4. AVC/H.264)
384 0 x 2160 59.94p/5 0p/29.97p/25p/23.98p 4:2:2 10-bit
384 0 x 2160 29.97p /25p /23.9 8p
1920 x 108 0
1280 x 720 5 9.94p /50 p
1920 x 108 0
1280 x 720 5 9.94p /50 p
1920 x 108 0 59.94 i/50 i/2 9.97p/ 25p
1280 x 720 5 9.94p /50 p
1440 x 108 0 59.94i/ 50i 25Mbp s (SP) 317
1920 x 108 0
1280 x 720 8Mbp s (LP) 892
720 x 48 0
(U model)
720 x 576
(E/EC model)
960 x 54 0 29.97p /25p /23.9 8p
480 x 270 29.97p/2 5p/2 3.98p 1.2Mbps (LP) 5392
1920 x 108 0
59.94 p/59.94 i/50 p/50 i/29.97p /25p /23.9 8p
59.94 p/59.94 i/50 p/50 i/29.97p /25p /23.9 8p
120 fps 59.9 4p/29.9 7p/23.9 8p
100 fps 50p/25 p
59.94p/ 50p
59.94i /50i /29.97p /25p /23.98 p
59.94p/ 50p 4:2:0 8-b it
59.94i
50i
4:2:2 10- bit 150 Mbps LP CM 2ch 48kHz /24bit 56
4:2:0 8- bit
4:2:2 10-bit
4:2:0 8- bit
4:2:0 8- bit
4:2:0 8- bit 8 Mbps (HQ) LPCM 2c h 48kHz/16bi t 881
4:2:0 8- bit
4:2:0 8- bit 50Mbps (XHQ)/35Mbps (UHQ) — (Dif fers by set ting)
1768/1475/884/737/707Mbps
150 Mbps
70Mbp s 119
70Mbp s (422 XHQ)
50Mb ps (422 XHQ) 162
50Mbps (XHQ)
35Mbps (UHQ) 233
35Mbps (HQ)
12Mbps (LP)
3Mbp s (HQ)
LPCM 2ch 4 8kHz/24 bit
LPCM 2ch 4 8kHz/16bi t
LPCM 2ch 4 8kHz/24 bit
LPCM 2ch 4 8kHz/16bi t
LPCM 2ch 4 8kHz/16bi t
AAC 2ch 4 8kHz/16bi t
μ-law 2c h 16kHz
75/90/150/180/188
56
117
165
2311440 x 108 0 59.94i/ 50i
628
2518
Simulated pictures.
The values for weight and dimensions are approximate.
E.&O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
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1TB SS DAppl e ProRes 422 1178/983/589/492/471Mbps 113/135/225/270/282
64GB
SD Card
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