Use this M.2 SSD Media Adapter Caddy from JVC to record up to UHD 4K 60/50p, 10-bit ProRes 422 video on your GY-HC500 or GY-HC550 Connected Cam camcorder. This caddy accepts an M.2 SSD which allows the camera to record higher-resolution video compared to a maximum UHD 4K 30/25p using an SDHC/SDXC card. It installs into the built-in SSD expansion slot on the Connected Cam. The M.2 SSD media is not included with the adapter caddy. To offload your media to a computer, connect the caddy via its USB 3.0/3.1 Gen 1 interface.

M.2 SSD Adapter Caddy    For GY-HC500/550 Connected Cam Cameras    Record UHD 4K 60/50p, 10-Bit ProRes 422    Fits Camera SSD Media Expansion Slot    USB 3.0/3.1 Gen 1 Interface

The caddy inserts into the SSD expansion slot on a GY-HC500 or GY-HC550 camera. Connect the caddy to a computer using the USB 3.0/3.1 interface. USB 3.1 Gen 1 features a maximum throughput of 5 Gb/s. USB 3.1 Gen 1 and USB 3.0 are synonymous.

2TB Western Digital WDS200T2B0B M.2 SSD

1TB Western Digital WDS100T2B0B M.2 SSD

500GB Western Digital WDS500G2B0B M.2 SSD

250GB Western Digital WDS250G2B0B M.2 SSD

ProRes 422LT:

500GB: 70 minutes

1TB: 140 minutes

2TB: 280 minutes

ProRes 422:

500GB: 50 minutes

1TB: 100 minutes

2TB: 200 minutes

ProRes 422HQ:

500GB: 32 minutes

1TB: 64 minutes

2TB: 120 minutes

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can this shoot in 1920x1080 60i?

A: Yes. The JVC GY-HC500 can shoot in 1920 x 1080 60i, with a QuickTime (MPEG-4.AVC/H.264) video format and 4:2:2 10-bit and 4:2:0 8-bit sampling.

Q: 2. what frame rate does the SDI port support?

A: The JVC GY-HC500U Handheld Connected Cam 1" 4K Professional Camcorder's SDI output will be able to support a 1080 60P or lower video signal.

Q: 3. Are there optional larger batteries available?

A: JVC will tell us when the camcorder is actually released what batteries are compatible. Watch this space.

Q: 4. Are there any options or adapters that would allow V Mount or Gold Mount batteries to be used? Looking for extended run times

A: Not at this time.

Q: 5. Can this camera record to the SSD and the SD cards at the same time? I'd love to record ProRes to the SSD, but I need redundancy for the (live) projects I work on.

A: The manufacturer's Operating Manual does not state any restrictions for simultaneous recording. Please note that the appropriate caddy https://bhpho.to/31OFytd and SSD drive must be used to be able to record the higher codec.

Q: 6. Does it have a Date/Time stamp?

A: We are still waiting for full details on this camcorder to be released. Please keep an eye on this listing, as more information is released it will be updated here.

Q: 7. Is there a dedicated battery charger available for this?

A: When the camcorder is released, we will know what the power supplies will be.

Q: 8. What is the Effective Sensor Resolution on this camera?

A: This camcorder has a Sensor with a 9.35 MP Resolution.

Q: 9. Does it support SATA only SSD, or NVMe too?

A: It will work with an M.2 SSD only such as BH #WES100T2B0B with the optional caddy, BH #JVKAMC100G.

Q: 10. Can you connect and livestream using WiFi or is it only via an Ethernet cable?

A: You will need to add BH #JVHD65U which is the WiFi adapter for this camera. Once you have the WiFi adapter, it will be able to stream through WiFi along with using the LAN Terminal. https://bhpho.to/2n6iF06