Marking a significant advancement in the company’s camera technology, the series features the KY-PZ540 and KY-PZ540N models. These are distinguished as the first from the brand to offer a 40x zoom functionality. Built around JVC’s cutting-edge 4K imager, these cameras are tailored for scenarios requiring long-distance zooming, making them perfect for extensive event locations.

Groundbreaking Features and Design

The new camera models boast JVC’s exclusive Variable Scan Mapping technology. This innovation allows the dynamic scanning of the 4K sensor, ensuring a seamless and undiminished image quality even at maximum zoom in full-resolution HD. JVC’s commitment to fulfilling customer demands is evident in their response to the request for a PTZ camera that supports 40x zoom in 1080/60p mode without compromising affordability.

Advanced Technology and User-Centric Upgrades

The KY-PZ540 series builds on the success of the JVC KY-PZ510 technology, integrating features that have set benchmarks in the industry. These include AI-powered SMART auto-tracking and IP-based remote operation capabilities through NDI support. The series also introduces enhanced auto-tracking with five new modes, including Standard, Area, Stage, Wide Area, and Fine Adjustment, alongside presets for optimizing exposure, color, and image settings. Compatibility with online video conferencing tools like Zoom and Google Meet is facilitated through a USB video device class (UVC) interface.

Superior Connectivity and Streaming Quality

The KY-PZ540N stands out with its integrated NDI HX3 technology for straightforward system integration and support for SRT with dual HEVC and H.264 encoding. This dual encoding capability ensures efficient bandwidth use, facilitating high-quality video streaming over the internet with reduced bitrates. Additionally, the camera supports simultaneous output across NDI, SRT, and RTMPS, enabling a hybrid workflow for local and remote production to meet the demands of global content distribution networks.

Price and Availability

With a commitment to balancing cost and performance, JVC has priced the KY-PZ540 PTZ Camera series starting at $1,999. The series, along with other JVC solutions, will be showcased at NAB 2024, reflecting the company’s legacy of nearly a century in delivering high-quality, innovative video technology solutions supported by exceptional customer service.

News source: https://www.jvc.com/usa/pro/professional-video/news/20240327/