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product_id: 49955347
title: "JVC GY-HM70 Professional Camcorder - Black (12MP, 10x Optical Zoom) 3 inch LCD"
brand: "jvc"
price: "A$1694"
currency: AUD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 10
category: "Jvc"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/49955347-jvc-gy-hm70-professional-camcorder-black-12mp-10x-optical-zoom
store_origin: AU
region: Australia
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# 12MP CMOS Imager Dual Hot-Swappable Batteries 16x Dynamic Zoom JVC GY-HM70 Professional Camcorder - Black (12MP, 10x Optical Zoom) 3 inch LCD

**Brand:** jvc
**Price:** A$1694
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎬 Elevate your storytelling with pro-level zoom and nonstop power!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** JVC GY-HM70 Professional Camcorder - Black (12MP, 10x Optical Zoom) 3 inch LCD by jvc
- **How much does it cost?** A$1694 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/49955347-jvc-gy-hm70-professional-camcorder-black-12mp-10x-optical-zoom)

## Best For

- jvc enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted jvc brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Dual SD Card Slots:** Record simultaneously or back up footage on two SDHC/SDXC cards for uninterrupted shooting.
- • **16x Dynamic Zoom Lens:** Seamlessly zoom from wide-angle to detailed close-ups without losing focus.
- • **Crisp 12MP CMOS Sensor:** Capture ultra-clear Full HD footage with professional-grade image quality.
- • **Versatile 3-inch Swivel LCD:** Monitor your shots from any angle with a bright, flexible display built for dynamic shooting.
- • **Hot-Swappable Battery System:** Keep rolling all day with dual batteries that can be swapped without powering down.

## Overview

The JVC GY-HM70 is a professional shoulder-supported camcorder featuring a 12MP 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor and a 29.5mm wide-angle lens with smooth 16x dynamic zoom. It records Full HD 1080/60p video in AVCHD Progressive format onto dual SD card slots, ensuring extended recording time. Its unique dual hot-swappable battery system allows continuous shooting without interruption, complemented by a versatile 3-inch swivel LCD for flexible monitoring. Designed for pros who demand reliability and image clarity in a compact, affordable package.

## Description

Capture every stunning detail with this advanced Full HD shoulder supported 1080/60p camcorder. The GY-HM70 is equipped with a high quality 29.5mm wide-angle GT lens that offers smooth 16x dynamic zoom performance. The camera records on two SDHC or SDXC memory cards in the AVCHD Progressive format at 28Mbps. And its unique dual battery system keeps you recording for hours and hours since the batteries may be hot swapped during recording. Never before has this much performance been packed into an affordable, professional shoulder supported camcorder.

Review: It is brilliant - The jvc is a brilliant video camera I only think they should give a bigger BATTERY with it. I ordered it because I go to a lot of Air shows
Review: It does just about what it says on the box - Focus is slow to react as is aperture setting on auto. It has a very good monitor and that is useful in all light conditions, it swivels in all directions so can be monitored from any position front, rear, side, overhead etc. One very bad design point - it has the Microphone plug towards the back of the camera - when the mic mounts at the front, so the wire gets in the way when carrying, picking up or operating. I have ended up with insulating tape securing the wire to the right side of the handle to keep it out of the way. The covers for the dc charger etc are very crude and don't fit well. Onto the end results, normal use, ok but when focusing over water it needs to be manually operated (duck on a lake for example), it has no choices for focussing spot or general either. It is relatively light though and easy to use - the menus are good, external switches positive apart from on/off switch that is rather small and fragile. In time lapse it works well, but slow motion is VERY degraded and works at all only on low quality video and that is rather a shame. Generally, just about worth it's price and good for close shots, weddings but the zoom is not so good for nature shots, it is ok on landscapes though. It is always shown as having a mic with dead cat fitted (particularly on desertcart, probably the seller's fault) but this does not come with the camera (Sony equivalent (HXR-MC2000 does and also gives better results overall) so there is further food for thought. Anyone who advertises ANYTHING using a photo - should show the item as it is NOT how it looks with all accessories fitted.

## Features

- 29.5mm wide angle autofocus zoom lens with 16x dynamic zoom
- High speed video recording
- 24-inch LCOS Color Viewfinder
- 1/2.3-inch 12 megapixel CMOS imager

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00DRHMIKI |
| Batteries | 1 A batteries required. (included) |
| Brand | JVC |
| Colour | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars (52) |
| Date First Available | 22 Aug. 2013 |
| Delivery information | We cannot deliver certain products outside mainland UK ( Details ). We will only be able to confirm if this product can be delivered to your chosen address when you enter your delivery address at checkout. |
| Effective still resolution | 12 MP |
| Focus type | Auto Focus |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
| Has image stabilisation | Yes |
| Included components | Battery |
| Item Weight | 3 Kilograms |
| Item model number | GY-HM70 |
| Max Focal Length | 37.6 Millimeters |
| Min Focal Length | 3.76 Millimeters |
| Model year | 2014 |
| Package Dimensions L x W x H | 60 x 35.4 x 33 centimetres |
| Package Weight | 5.5 kg |
| Part number | GY-HM70 |
| Photo Filter Thread Size | 46 Millimetres |
| Product Dimensions L x W x H | 2.27 x 2.32 x 4.72 metres |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Zoom Type | Optical |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** JVC
- **Colour:** Black
- **Connectivity technology:** USB
- **Flash memory type:** SDHC
- **Maximum focal length:** 37.6 Millimeters
- **Photo sensor technology:** CMOS
- **Screen size:** 3 Inches
- **Supported audio format:** AAC
- **Video capture format:** AVCHD
- **Video capture resolution:** 1080p

## Images

![JVC GY-HM70 Professional Camcorder - Black (12MP, 10x Optical Zoom) 3 inch LCD - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71U6KzALepL.jpg)
![JVC GY-HM70 Professional Camcorder - Black (12MP, 10x Optical Zoom) 3 inch LCD - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71lOnBpl9kL.jpg)
![JVC GY-HM70 Professional Camcorder - Black (12MP, 10x Optical Zoom) 3 inch LCD - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71+XySfemZL.jpg)
![JVC GY-HM70 Professional Camcorder - Black (12MP, 10x Optical Zoom) 3 inch LCD - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81iEWdRp+DL.jpg)
![JVC GY-HM70 Professional Camcorder - Black (12MP, 10x Optical Zoom) 3 inch LCD - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71z4+QZH+xL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Hi does this camera come with all the parts shown on the pictures(APART FROM THE STAND) Please?. Thank You**
A: The camera has a built in microphone - at the front of the top handle - The Dead Cat mic was NOT provided with mine and I had to buy a JVC Mic with Dead Cat as an extra.  That was about £80!!  Also, my camera has never been good at focus on Telephoto 7x + - I use manual only on anything over 6x - It may be a fault but there is criticism about this on some of the blogs.  I have just turned out a lovely DVD with panoramic views and close ups in super Blu-ray quality HD regardless of the above.  Another point is the focus is a little sluggish compared with a Sony of about the same price.  Sony suffer a very small monitor screen though - but DO have a dead cat (very sensitive) mic provided.  The monitor screen on the JVC is a nice size and turns in any direction.  Do invest in the very BEST quality data cards though, especially if you are doing HD videos.  Generic batteries can be used but need to be charged OFF the camera - some MIGHT charge on the camera but it is unlikely.  It is a nice light camera and has lots of features - Time lapse is good but SLOW motion is only good in low quality as you might expect.  The shutter/blind on the lens hood is good.  Hope this helps - but do have a close look at the Sony with the built in Hard disk drive - I had one of those, it was very good.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It is brilliant
*by E***L on 20 May 2019*

The jvc is a brilliant video camera I only think they should give a bigger BATTERY with it. I ordered it because I go to a lot of Air shows

### ⭐⭐⭐ It does just about what it says on the box
*by R***R on 25 October 2013*

Focus is slow to react as is aperture setting on auto. It has a very good monitor and that is useful in all light conditions, it swivels in all directions so can be monitored from any position front, rear, side, overhead etc. One very bad design point - it has the Microphone plug towards the back of the camera - when the mic mounts at the front, so the wire gets in the way when carrying, picking up or operating. I have ended up with insulating tape securing the wire to the right side of the handle to keep it out of the way. The covers for the dc charger etc are very crude and don't fit well. Onto the end results, normal use, ok but when focusing over water it needs to be manually operated (duck on a lake for example), it has no choices for focussing spot or general either. It is relatively light though and easy to use - the menus are good, external switches positive apart from on/off switch that is rather small and fragile. In time lapse it works well, but slow motion is VERY degraded and works at all only on low quality video and that is rather a shame. Generally, just about worth it's price and good for close shots, weddings but the zoom is not so good for nature shots, it is ok on landscapes though. It is always shown as having a mic with dead cat fitted (particularly on Amazon, probably the seller's fault) but this does not come with the camera (Sony equivalent (HXR-MC2000 does and also gives better results overall) so there is further food for thought. Anyone who advertises ANYTHING using a photo - should show the item as it is NOT how it looks with all accessories fitted.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good camera for the price. light weight
*by A***E on 5 September 2022*

Does everything it says on the tin. I am looking for a remote control for the zoom or LANC control when using it on a tripod, does anyone have one, a recommended model would be appreciated, i only need zoom control record stop/start not nessasary. Thanks in anticipation

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