JVC Intros New 3-CCD Pro DV Camcorder
December 08, 2004
Los Angeles, CA - JVC PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTS COMPANY has added the GY-DV5100, its new 12-bit ADC Pro DV camcorder, to its growing Professional DV line.
The GY-DV5100U utilizes a newly developed 24-bit digital signal processor (DSP) that produces higher resolution images with dramatically less visible noise than previous models, the company describes. Its integral 12 bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) allows the camera to provide color details throughout its 400% dynamic range. With increased clarity and ability to produce details and colors in both shaded and highlighted areas, the GY‑DV5100U delivers images previously found only in expensive field production cameras.
Technical specifications announced include a sensitivity rating of F13 at 2000 lux; a minimum illumination rating of 0.2 lux with F1.4, LOLUX; and a horizontal resolution of 800 lines
The GY-DV5100U is also tightly integrated with JVC's Direct-to-Edit (DTE) disc recording module, the DR-DV5000U. DTE provides all of the advantages of tapeless acquisition with the added benefit of being able to edit directly from the files created by the camera. No time consuming digitizing or transfer is necessary, since the camera's removable hard disc actually becomes part of the editing system. The optional DR-DV5000U attaches to the rear of the camera via a 52-pin connector and works in conjunction with the camera's CPU.
“With the GY-DV5100U, we've bumped up the performance a notch to meet the requirements of a growing number of broadcasters looking for cost effective alternatives to the over-priced tapeless solutions of other manufacturers. When combined with the DR-DV5000U, the combination of a tapeless workflow enhancement, high end performance and cost, the GY-DV5100U comes out significantly ahead,” said Tim Tokita, product marketing manager for JVC Professional.
The GY-DV5100 also includes comes equipped with a changeable frequency select for low, medium or high settings depending on application and requirements. The camera also features a new Anton Bauer Gold mount battery that displays remaining battery life in the viewfinder. JVC has lengthened the warranty on the GY-DV5100U to two years (parts) and one year (labor).
The GY-DV5100U will ship in December 2004 at a suggested list price of $6,495.
For more information, visit
http://pro.jvc.com
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