JVC GY-HD250U HDV Camcorder

With 720/60p capture and recording capabilities, the GY-HD250 delivers full-resolution HD images, ensuring the high resolution and smooth motion critical to news and sports field production. Equally proficient in the studio, the GY-HD250 can easily be converted for studio use with the optional KA-HD250, a specially designed studio adapter incorporating an industry-standard 26-pin multi-core connection. Other valuable features of this versatile camcorder include genlock capability, component and HD-SDI output, a wide selection of HD lenses, enhanced cinema gamma, external time code synchronization and professional connectors on a rugged die cast chassis.

From live field recording to high-end studio production, the GY-HD250 is the cost-effective solution to today's demand for high-quality imaging.

Progressive Scanning

Progressive scanning is the preferred system for high end HDTV cameras, since each frame is captured completely, without interlacing. The GY-HD250 uses a full-frame progressive scanning system, using native progressive 1/3-inch CCDs. Images are recorded in the progressive format enabling individual frames of information to be extracted for special effects including spectacular slow motion, image analysis, and printing to film or paper. Stills and prints captured from HD progressive video avoid the distortion typically resulting from the combining of two different frames of interlaced video. If an interlace signal is required, it is a simple and lossless process to convert the progressive image to interlaced. And since today's flat panel television displays and fixed matrix projectors, such as D-ILA, DLP and LCD, are all native progressive scanning systems, GY-HD250U recordings can be displayed without imperfection, because they do not need to pass through the degenerative process of de-interlacing prior to being displayed.

With the introduction of the GY-HD250U, ProHD now has the capability of recording a full 60 frames of HDTV per second. 60p provides smooth motion, with each frame carrying the full HD resolution. This makes the camera ideal for live events, news, sports and other applications where the 'live-look' is preferred over the film-look images achieved with lower frame rates. Additionally cinematographers may use the 60p mode as a means of delivering an 'overcranked' slow motion effect when the 60p material is played back at 24p or 30p.

In addition to providing superior quality HD recording in the HDV format, the GY-HD250 can capture and output both digital and analog HD signals at 60 frames per second. Ideal for live broadcasting, the uncompressed full-resolution signal (either 720p or converted 1080/60i) can be output via the built-in HD-SDI and component analog terminals, providing an ideal feed to a video server, HD switcher or microwave link.

The GY-HD250U is also able to capture and record at the film frame rate of 24fps. It offers extensive user configurable settings such as exposure, gamma and detail. In addition, native 24p editing is now possible in HD at a low bit rate of 19Mbps, enabling the creation of EDLs (Edit Decision Lists) of 24 frame material with compatible Non-Linear Editing software. For the ultimate expression on the big screen, 24 frame progressive recordings can be transferred easily to 16 mm or 35 mm film. 24p Progressive Full HD images are ideal for cinematographic applications. And, when real 24p HD video is down-converted to SD, the result is truly film-like DVDs. The camcorder itself, with its video lens removed and replaced by a film lens converter system, such as the Mini 35 from P & S Technik, effectively becomes a digital film camera.

In addition to 60p and 24p, the GY-HD250U can record HD images at 25p, 30p, 50p, and SD images at 480i (DV mode) or 480p/60.

The GY-HD250 features a standard professional 1/3" bayonet lens mount, giving you the opportunity to use a variety of other professional HD lenses. In addition to the standard detachable 16x servo Fujinon lens, a wide range of options are available, including a 13x (3.5 mm) wide zoom lens, 18x Fujinon zoom lens, 20x Canon zoom lens, a wide angle converter for the standard 16x lens, and adapters that allow ½-in and 2/3" bayonet mount lenses to be used. And when you add film lens mount adapter to the 1/3" bayonet mount, you can even mount 16mm film camera lenses on the GY-HD250, greatly expanding your production lens options.

The viewfinder's eyepiece can be moved backwards and forwards and can also be adjusted laterally for left or right eye shooting, enabling it to fit the operator comfortably. JVC's own proprietary and patented Focus Assist control ensures fast and easy focusing. To make focusing even easier, a black and white mode is available. Stronger contrast and reduced color noise make visualization and composition easier in this mode and put less strain on your eyes so you can shoot for longer periods. You can also keep using the viewfinder even when using the LCD display. When not required, the viewfinder may be detached.

This 250,000-pixel 3.5" color TFT LCD monitor provides a high-resolution image during shooting and playback. JVC's own developed Focus Assist control ensures fast and easy focusing. A push button selects three display modes:
1. Video only
2. Video images with text information overlay including time, status, mode and other data are shown on the screen.
3. Only information such as time, status, mode, time code, audio levels and other data is shown on the screen. When the LCD display panel is in this mode, the viewfinder can also be used.

A JVC-patented feature, Focus Assist, turns focusing into an easy, fast and accurate process. When Focus Assist is activated, the picture in the viewfinder becomes monochrome and all objects which are in focus take on a color fringe. In addition to the factory default Middle position, Low and High positions are available. In the Low position, you can limit the area in focus for more precise focusing. This is particularly helpful when using the technique of pulling focus. Focus Assist works equally in the 0.44" viewfinder and the 3.5" LCD panel. There are two Focus Assist buttons, one for each of handheld and shoulder operation.







Pricing
Code	Description	Price US$
Camera Packages
GY-HD250U	GY-HD250U Pro HD Camcorder w/ 16:1 Fuji lens (16x5.5BRM), viewfinder, microphone, SD memory card, tripod base	$Email sales@zgc.com or $Call 973-335-4460 for special pricing
GY-HD250CHU	GY-HD250U Pro HD Camcorder, NO Lens Includes viewfinder, microphone, SD memory card, tripod base	$Email sales@zgc.com or $Call 973-335-4460 for special pricing
GYHD250CL17	GY-HD250 Pro HD Camcorder with 17:1 Fuji lens Includes: GY-HD250CHU Camcorder Head, Viewfinder, Mic Holder, Microphone, SD Memory Card, TH17x5BRM Fuji Lens, KA-HD250 Camera Studio Adapter, VR70P-JVC 7-inch LCD Monitor Package, KA551 Tripod Plate Adapter, RM-P210U Camera Control Unit, HZ-FM500U Focus Control, HZ-ZS13U Rear Zoom Control	$Email sales@zgc.com or $Call 973-335-4460 for special pricing
GYHD250ST16S	SD Studio Package with Lens Includes GY-HD250 ProHD Camcorder with 16:1 Fuji lens (16x5.5BRMU) KA-HD250U Studio Adapter, VF-P400U black/white studio viewfinder, Mic Holder, Microphone, SD Memory Card, SA-K400 bracket and KA-V400U cable, VR70P-JVC 7 inch LCD Monitor Package, RM-P210U Camera Control Unit, HZ-FM500U Focus Control, HZ-ZS13U Rear Zoom Control	$Email sales@zgc.com or $Call 973-335-4460 for special pricing
GYHD250CHSTS	SD Studio Package without Lens Includes: GY-HD250CHU camcorder head, VF-P400U black/white Viewfinder, Mic Holder, Microphone, SD Memory Card, KA-HD250U Camera Studio Adapter, SA-K400 Bracket and KA-V400U cable, VR70P-JVC 7 inch LCD Monitor Package, RM-P210U camera control unit, KA-551U Tripod Adapter	$Email sales@zgc.com or $Call 973-335-4460 for special pricing
Accessories
KA-R25U	KA-R25U Return Video Unit for GY-HD250 Camcorder Provides the HD250U with black and white return video viewing capability through the Electronic Viewfinder when (1) HD250U is configured as studio camera, (2) third party CCU from Camplex or Telecast Fiber and necessary cabling is being used to control the HD250U and KA-R25U and (3) KA-HD250U studio adapter is not used.	$ 550
KA-HD250U	Studio Adapter Kit for the GY-HD250 ProHD Camcorder OR to upgrade your existing JVC DV500 studio system to a GY-HD250U.	$ 2,599
RM-HP250AU	JVC HD/SD Remote Camera Control Unit Multicore camera control unit with cable extension of up to 100 meters for studio . HD and SD SDI output. Local remote control capability with RM-LP25U Remote Control Panel. Available November 2007.	$ 3,495
CB-250	CB-250 Thermodyne Hard shipping case for ProHD camcorders 34 x 16.5 x 16 inches, outside dimensions. Weighs 35 lbs. Fits camera with fitted lens, tripod plate, third party battery, hard disc recorder bracket, two JVC batteries, charger and media.	$ 595
AB-Dionic-PKG	Anton/Bauer Battery Package Includes: One Dionic 90 Battery and one Tandem 70 Charger	$ 849
AB-DIONIC-T2	Anton/Bauer package includes: Two Dionic90 Batteries, T2 Charger and XLR-4 Cable	$ 1,799
HZ-CA13U	NEW! Cine Optical PL Adapter PL Mount to JVC 1/3" camera 16mm Film Lens Adapter PL ("Precision Lock" standard film lens) Mount to 1/3"	$ 3,999
ACM-12	1/2 Inch Lens mount converter	$ 679
ACM-17	2/3 Inch Lens mount counvter	$ 699
HTS18x4.2BRM	Fujinon HTs18 x 4.2BRM HD Zoom Lens See optional Rear Camera Control System #MS-11 (next line item)	$
MS-11	Rear Camera Control System (Zoom and Focus) for the Fujinon HTs18x4.2BRM HD Zoom Lens	$ 2,699
Th13x3.5BRMU	Fujinon HDTV 13 x 3.5 Wide Angle 1/3 inch JVC Zoom Lens Specifications	$ 6,300
TH 17x5BRM	Fujinon 17x Zoom Lens	$ 2,975
KT20x5BKRS	Canon 20x Zoom Lens
WCV-82SC	Wide angle converter for the TH16x5.5BRMU lens	Special! $ 528
DRHD100GB100	ProHD 100 GB Hard Disk Recorder	$ 1,257
DRHD100GB60	ProHD 60 GB Hard Disk Recorder	Special! $ ???
AB-FSKIT2	Firestore Mount kit for use with JVC GY-HD200U/250U (as well as GY-HD110/200U), includes Bracket and FS4 Powertap cable and Backplate.	$ 122
SRDVD-100	ProHD DVD Player	$ 399
JVC-PV	IDX Battery Plate	$ 125
LE-HD250Kit	IDX Battery Kit Includes: Two E7 batteries, VL2 Plus Charger, and battery plate	$ 1,150