GZ-R440B GZ-R440B GZ-R440D GZ-R440D GZ-R550B GZ-R550B

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JVC Announces New Rugged, All-Weather Floating Camcorders

Everio R line is water-, dust, shock- and freeze-proof to go where no smartphone dare venture

WAYNE, NJ, May 16, 2017 – Capturing life’s adventures on video isn’t always smooth sailing, which is why JVC developed two new rugged, weatherproof camcorders that can endure foul weather, get bounced around and still be ready to shoot. The new Everio R camcorders’ all-weather features, five-hour battery life, powerful optical zoom and other advanced functions offer opportunities to create unique videos that can’t easily be captured with a smartphone.

The two new camcorders, the GZ-R550 and GZ-R440, feature the company’s Quad-Proof structure – water resistance to a depth of 5m/16.4 feet, the ability to withstand a drop from 1.5m/4.9 feet, dust-proof, and freeze-proof down to -10°C/14°F. And they float! Contributing to the camcorders’ water and dust resistance is the internal high-capacity battery, which eliminates the risk of damaging the camera while changing batteries in wet weather. Moreover, the camcorders are compatible with third-party portable batteries – the type used for charging smartphones.

The new Everio R camcorders are designed for outdoor enthusiasts who want to capture high quality video when camping, skiing, hiking, boating or enjoying any outdoor activity where the use of a fragile smartphone is just too risky. They’re also ideal for family situations that can be dangerous for a smartphone, whether it’s a trip to the beach or poolside fun. Adding to their versatility, they can record with the LCD monitor closed, useful, for example, when mounting the camcorder to a bicycle.

The new line offers a combination of performance capabilities and innovative features for those who want to take their videos beyond what a smartphone can deliver. In addition to their weather- and shock-proof attributes, JVC’s new Everio R camcorders feature a large-caliber KONICA MINOLTA HD LENS with a 40x optical zoom and 60x dynamic zoom that maintains the picture’s HD resolution thanks to the camcorders’ powerful 2.5 megapixel back-illuminated CMOS image sensor. JVC’s FALCONBRID image processing engine and 24Mbps high bit rate recording further contribute to image quality, while JVC’s K2 technology delivers high quality sound. A 37mm filter thread allows users to attach various industry-standard filters for effects and added protection, as well as third-party conversion lenses. Everio R recordings are compatible with third-party editing software, including iMovie and Final Cut Pro X.

A range of other features gives Everio R camcorders some unique capabilities. Time counters for recording and playback make post production easy. The Self Check feature automatically repeats recording and playback at set intervals – useful for athletes who want to check their form. Slow motion playback is activated by just tapping the screen. Time-lapse recording enhances creative options, while zoom position memory returns the camcorder to a pre-set zoom position, convenient when shooting sports events.

The Everio R GZ-R550, available in matte black, features AVCHD recording, built-in Auto Illumi. Light and 32GB of internal storage. The GZ-R440 provides 4GB of internal memory and is available in matte black and orange. All new models will be available in mid-May.


Model

Price

Memory

Body Color

GZ-R550B:

$499.95

32GB Internal/Card Slot

Black

GZ-R440D:

$399.95

4GB Internal/Card Slot

Orange

GZ-R440B:

$399.95

4GB Internal/Card Slot

Black


About JVCKENWOOD USA Corporation

JVCKENWOOD USA Corporation is a wholly-owned subsidiary of JVCKENWOOD Corporation and is a leading developer of imaging, home and car entertainment and navigation products for the consumer market, two-way radio communications systems for public safety, private industry and amateur users, and video equipment for the broadcast and professional markets. For detailed information, call JVCKENWOOD USA at 1-800-950-5005 or visit us at http://us.jvckenwood.com, www.kenwoodusa.com and www.jvc.com.

GZ-R550 Primary Features


  • 32GB Internal Memory

  • QUAD-PROOF Body

  • 5H Internal Long-Life Battery*

  • 40x Optical Zoom (60x Dynamic Zoom)

  • 2.5M Back-illuminated CMOS Sensor

  • AVCHD Progressive Recording

  • SD/SDHC/SDXC Card Slot

  • Compatible with Portable Battery** and USB Charging

  • KONICA MINOLTA HD LENS

  • FALCONBRID Image Processing Engine

  • 10 Megapixel Stills

  • 3.0-inch Full Screen Touch Panel

  • Enhanced Advanced Image Stabilizer

  • Intelligent AUTO

  • Face Detection / Touch AE/AF

  • Close-up Sub-Window

  • Recording with LCD Monitor Closed

  • Time Counter Recording / Time Counter Playback

  • Self Check REC/PLAY

  • Time-Lapse REC

  • 24Mbps High bit rate Recording

  • K2 Technology in REC Mode

  • Auto Illumi. Light

  • Zoom Position Memory and Built-in Zoom Mic

  • 1920 x 1080/60P Output

  • 37mm Filter Thread

  • Everio MediaBrowser 4 Software Supplied

  • Works with iMovie and Final Cut Pro X

  • Color availability: [Matte Black]


GZ-R440 Primary Features


  • 4GB Internal Memory

  • QUAD-PROOF Body

  • 5H Internal Long-Life Battery*

  • 40x Optical Zoom (60x Dynamic Zoom)

  • 2.5M Back-illuminated CMOS Sensor

  • SD/SDHC/SDXC Card Slot

  • Compatible with Portable Battery** and USB Charging

  • KONICA MINOLTA HD LENS

  • FALCONBRID Image Processing Engine

  • 10 Megapixel Stills

  • 3.0-inch Full Screen Touch Panel

  • Enhanced Advanced Image Stabilizer

  • Intelligent AUTO

  • Face Detection / Touch AE/AF

  • Recording with LCD Monitor Closed

  • Time Counter Recording / Time Counter Playback

  • Self Check REC/PLAY

  • Time-Lapse REC

  • 24Mbps High bit rate Recording

  • K2 Technology in REC Mode

  • Zoom Position Memory and Built-in Zoom Mic

  • 1920 x 1080/60P Output

  • 37mm Filter Thread

  • Everio MediaBrowser 4 Software Supplied

  • Works with iMovie and Final Cut Pro X

  • Color availability: [Matte Black] [Orange]


* 5 hours is the approximate time of continuous recording if the internal battery has been fully charged, when the LED light (if available) is off, the monitor backlight is set to standard mode, and without the use of zoom function.

** When used with a portable battery of over 1.0A, 5V and over 5200mAh. Compatibility is not guaranteed for all portable batteries.


Quad Proof Specifications

  • Waterproof: Equivalent to IEC Standard publication 529 IPX6 / IPX8

  • Dustproof: Equivalent to IEC Standard publication 529 IP5X

  • Shockproof: Clears company testing compliant with “MIL-STD-810F Method 516.5 Shock: dropping onto plywood 1-3/16” thick from a height of 4.9ft”

  • Freezeproof: Allowable operating temperatures: 14°F to 104°F


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