JVC ProHD Camcorders
QUICK COMPARISON BETWEEN THE JVC ProHD CAMCORDERS
BR-HD50U/HD50E ProHD Recorder/Player


The GY-HM700U/HM700E is the world's first professional camcorder to offer native support for Apple's Final Cut Pro™ editing system by recording directly in ready-to-edit QuickTime™ MOV files (or MP4 files*), dramatically streamlining the video production workflow. Footage is shot to standard SDHC Class 6 memory cards, while twin card slots and automatic card switching enable seamless continuous shooting. With the optional KA-MR100G SxS memory card recorder, simultaneous shooting to SDHC and SxS memory is possible. Picture quality is assured by a newly developed 1080p Dynamic Digital Signal Processor that compresses full 1920 x 1080 HD video at up to 35 Mbps. Other key features include a new interchangeable 14x HD lens from Canon, a three 1/3-inch progressive CCD design with Triplex Offset, uncompressed Linear PCM audio recording, a stunning new 16:9 high-resolution LCOS viewfinder, and a large 4.3-inch LCD monitor with easy-to-use GUI navigation.
*Requires the optional KA-MR100G SxS memory card recorder.
Main features
- Compact shoulder mount
- Native file recording
- QuickTime™ MOV / MP4* file format
- Twin SDHC card slots with seamless continuous recording
- SxS double media hybrid recording (optional)
- 1080p Dynamic Digital Signal Processor (DDSP)
- 35 Mbps MPEG2 encoding
- Uncompressed audio recording with full manual control
- 14x Canon HD lens
- Three 1/3-inch progressive CCD design with Triplex Offset
- 1.22 Megapixel LCOS Viewfinder
- Focus assist function
- 4.3-inch LCD monitor
- GUI
- Shooter-friendly controls and layout
- Pre rec mode
- Spot exposure meter
- Variable frame rate recording (over crank, under crank)
- Other features
* Requires the optional KA-MR100G SxS memory card recorder to record MP4 files on either SDHC or SxS media.
Other features
- Remote camera control connector
- SDI and IEEE1394 output of HD and downconverted SD video

No cross convert capability.
Output signal format is determined by System select and Connection setting in the menu.
IEEE1394 HD output is in camera mode only.
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GY-HM100U/HM100E


The GY-HM100U/100E is a fully specified Full HD camcorder in a handheld form factor that offers unprecedented mobility for professional users. It also represents a new generation of memory card camcorders that record directly in the ready-to-edit file formats of MP4 and QuickTime™ MOV files for native Final Cut Pro™ support. The GY-HM100U/HM100E features the flexibility of twin card slots and can automatically switch from one card to the other for continuous shooting. Full HD 1920 x 1080 broadcast-standard video encoded at 35 Mbps ensures stunning picture quality from a super compact handheld camcorder weighing just 3.1 lbs. (1.4 kg). Other key features include a Fujinon 10x zoom HD lens, three 1/4-inch progressive CCD design with diagonal offset, a newly developed rotary optical image stabilizer, and a new focus assist feature for accurate HD focusing.
Main features
- Compact handheld camcorder
- Native file recording
- QuickTime™ MOV / MP4 file format
- Twin SDHC card slots with continuous recording
- 1080p Dynamic Digital Signal Processor (DDSP)
- 35 Mbps MPEG2 encoding
- Uncompressed audio recording with manual controls
- 10x Fujinon HD lens
- Three 1/4-inch progressive CCD design with Diagonal Offset
- Rotary Optical Image Stabilizer
- Still Picture Capture
- Focus assist function
- 2.8-inch LCD monitor
- GUI
- Shooter-friendly controls and layout
- Comprehensive auto functions
- Versatile manual functions
- Other features
Other features
- Data battery
- Wireless remote control
- HDMI™/component/composite output

No cross convert capability.
Output signal format is determined by System select and Connection setting in the menu.
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Quick Comparison Between the JVC ProHD Camcorders
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Everything the GY-HD110U has plus:
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Everything the GY-HD200UB has plus:
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GY-HD250U/HD251E 1/3” 3CCD ProHD Camcorder
With 720p50/60 capture and recording capabilities, the GY-HD250U/HD251E delivers full-resolution HD images, ensuring the high resolution and smooth motion so critical to ENG and sports productions. Equally at home in the studio, the GY-HD250U/HD251E is easily converted for studio use by means of the optional studio adapter KA-HD250, which incorporates a 26-pin multi-core connection. Other valuable features of this versatile camcorder include genlock input, component and HD SDI output, a wide selection of optional HD lenses, enhanced cinema gamma, external time code synchronization and sturdy professional connectors on a rugged die-cast chassis. From live field recording to high-end studio production, the GY-HD250U/HD251E is the cost-effective answer to today's demand for high quality image-creation which is both flexible and affordable.
Main features
- HDV and DV compatible
- Real 24p camcorder
- Interchangeable HD lenses
- 3-CCD camera system with 720p HD CCDs
- Uncompressed progressive 4:2:2 720p/50, 60 live signal output
- Uncompressed 1080i/50, 60 live output via HD SDI and component
- Multiple progressive frame rate recording: 24p, 25p, 30p, 50p, 60p
- Built-in MPEG-2 Super Encoder
- Genlock input
- Compact shoulder mount
- Professional functions and switch layout
- Detachable 230,000-pixel LCD color viewfinder
- 3.5" LCD display panel
- Various audio-related functions
- Various control functions
- Camera settings recorded on SD card
- IEEE 1394 (FireWire) in/out and HD SDI out
- Patented FOCUS ASSIST function
- Connect to optional external HDD
Other features
- Two XLR audio inputs
- Full Auto Shooting
- Adjustable color matrix
- LCD mirror mode
- Color bars

GY-HD200UB/HD200EB/HD201EB 1/3” 3CCD ProHD Camcorder


Designed for news gathering, field production and cinematography, the GY-HD200UB/HD200EB/HD201EB offers full-frame 720p50/60 imaging and real 24p recording capability. Its high resolution and smooth motion make it perfect for ENG and recording sports events, while its HD progressive 24 frames per second record rate lends itself to cinematic productions, giving them a very natural and film-like appearance. So whatever your HD requirements may be, this ProHD camcorder from JVC provides an affordable HD solution which can meet your needs today and tomorrow.
Main features
- HDV and DV compatible
- Real 24p camcorder
- Interchangeable HD lenses
- 3-CCD camera system with 720p HD CCDs
- Uncompressed 720p/50, 60 live output via component
- Uncompressed 1080i/50, 60 output via component
- Multiple progressive frame rate recording: 24p, 25p, 30p, 50p, 60p
- Built-in MPEG-2 Super Encoder
- Compact shoulder mount
- Professional functions and switch layout
- Detachable 230,000-pixel LCD colour viewfinder
- 3.5" LCD display panel
- Various audio-related functions
- Camera settings recorded on SD card
- IEEE 1394 (FireWire) in/out(GY-HD200EB output only)
- Universal ergonomic design
- Patented FOCUS ASSIST function
- Connect to optional external HDD for both 720p and 1080i capturing
- Other features
Other features
- Two XLR audio inputs
- Full Auto Shooting
- Adjustable color matrix
- LCD mirror mode
- Color bars

GY-HD110U/HD110E/HD111E 1/3” 3CCD ProHD Camcorder


As the first HD camcorder to feature a 1/3" bayonet mount for interchangeability, this 3-CCD HDV and DV camcorder is compatible with a wide selection of HD lenses. Its compact design, comprehensive professional features and excellent portability make the GY-HD110U/HD110E/HD111E today's most affordable professional HD video acquisition device.
Main features
- HDV and DV compatible
- Real 24p camcorder
- Interchangeable HD lenses
- 3-CCD camera system with new 720p HD CCDs
- Uncompressed 720p/50, 60 live signal output
- Two XLR audio inputs
- Compact shoulder mount
- Professional functions and switch layout
- Full Auto Shooting
- Color matrix
- Detachable 230,000-pixel LCD colour viewfinder
- 3.5" LCD display panel
- Various audio-related functions
- Camera settings recorded on SD card
- IEEE 1394 (FireWire) in/out(GY-HD110E output only)
- Universal ergonomic design
- Patented FOCUS ASSIST function
- Connect to optional external HDD
Other features
- Full Auto Shooting
- Color bars

BR-HD50U/HD50E ProHD Recorder/Player


The companion model to the ProHD camcorders, this HDV and DV recorder/player is designed to transfer video and audio data to an NLE editing system. Optimised for use with a wide variety of existing systems and formats, this unit features switchable HDV and DV modes and analog outputs. It can connect also to a plasma or an LCD panel equipped with an HDMI connector and be used as a low-cost viewer. With its low cost and high flexibility, the BR-HD50U/HD50E is ideal for any facility looking for a smooth upgrade path from standard definition to high definition production.
Main features
- HDV recording
- Multi-format output and Cross-converter function
- HDV 60Hz and 50Hz compatibility
- Recording system
- Standard DV & Mini DV compatible mechanism
- DVCAM playback capability
- Auto error correction system
- Sweeper heads
- HDMI OUT
- RS-422A interface
- IEEE 1394 interface
- Versatile analog connections
- Large full counter
- Audio indicator
- High-speed time code search & blank search
- Continuous recording
- On-screen menu
- Other features
Other features
- Lock audio (DV 16-bit, 48 kHz only)
- Time code reader / generator
- Headphone output
- Contact closure recording