JVC GY-HM170 4KCAM Compact Professional Camcorder with Integrated 12x Optical Zoom Lens and Top Handle Audio Unit
Key Features
- Capture broadcast-ready 4K footage to elevate documentaries, live events, or security monitoring with professional image quality
- Integrated 12x optical zoom and optical image stabilization let you frame distant subjects crisply without swapping lenses
- Top-handle audio unit with XLR connectors secures clean, professional sound for interviews, ENG and surveillance applications
- Dual SD card slots enable relay/backup recording for uninterrupted shoots and reliable evidence capture in security workflows
- High frame-rate support (up to 120 fps) and an ND filter wheel provide creative slow-motion and consistent exposure in challenging lighting
- Lightweight, ergonomic design with a durable top handle improves handheld stability and comfort for extended field use
Quick Specifications
- Brand Name
- JVC
- Manufacturer
- JVCKenwood Corporation
- Product Line
- 4KCAM
- Product Name
- 4KCAM Compact Handheld Camcorder w/Integrated 12X Lens
Product Information Tabs
Overview
Designed for run-and-gun production, the JVC GY-HM170 4KCAM compact professional camcorder delivers dependable 4K Ultra HD imaging and workflow flexibility for filmmakers, broadcasters and security teams. The integrated 12x optical zoom with optical image stabilization gives you versatile framing for events, surveillance or documentary work without changing lenses, while dual SD card slots provide relay and backup recording for continuous capture and chain-of-custody assurance. The built-in top-handle audio unit with XLR connectors captures studio-quality sound for interviews and live productions, reducing reliance on external adapters. With high frame-rate capability up to 120 fps and an ND filter wheel, you can create smooth slow-motion and maintain exposure control in bright conditions—ideal for both creative projects and monitoring applications. Compact and lightweight at just 2.45 lb, the GY-HM170 balances mobility and professional features for field crews, security monitoring, and live event coverage. Upgrade your production or surveillance kit with the JVC GY-HM170 and experience reliable 4K performance—contact us or add to cart to start shooting.
Features
- Capture broadcast-ready 4K footage to elevate documentaries, live events, or security monitoring with professional image quality
- Integrated 12x optical zoom and optical image stabilization let you frame distant subjects crisply without swapping lenses
- Top-handle audio unit with XLR connectors secures clean, professional sound for interviews, ENG and surveillance applications
- Dual SD card slots enable relay/backup recording for uninterrupted shoots and reliable evidence capture in security workflows
- High frame-rate support (up to 120 fps) and an ND filter wheel provide creative slow-motion and consistent exposure in challenging lighting
- Lightweight, ergonomic design with a durable top handle improves handheld stability and comfort for extended field use
| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | JVC |
| Manufacturer | JVCKenwood Corporation |
| Product Line | 4KCAM |
| Product Name | 4KCAM Compact Handheld Camcorder w/Integrated 12X Lens |
| Product Type | Digital Camcorder |
| Product Model | GY-HM170 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | GY-HM170U |
| Technical Information | |
| Optical Zoom | 12x |
| Video Formats | H.264, MPEG-4 |
| Camera | |
| Image Sensor Type | CMOS |
| Display & Graphics | |
| Screen Size | 4" |
| Image Sensor Size | 1/2.3" |
| Image | |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| HDMI | Yes |
| XLR In | Yes |
| Lens | |
| Image Stabilization | Optical |
| Memory | |
| Memory Card Supported | SDHC, SDXC |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Depth | 11.8" |
| Width | 6" |
| Height | 4.4" |
| Weight | 2.45lb |
| Product Information | |
| Display Screen Type | LCD |
| Storage | |
| Recording Formats | 4K |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 12-Month |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Features | Built-in Microphone |
| Country of Origin | TH |