Progressive Scan Camera
Superior Optics Using AIS
To deliver a high-quality, yet economical camcorder for this exciting, emerging marketplace, JVC conformed its cutting-edge pixel-shift technology from its high-resolution cameras to a "Rapid-Image-Shift" (AIS) lens system. The AIS lens system triples the pixel resolution of the camera in addition to delivering a natural-looking digital video with better sensitivity, less aliasing, and picture quality that competes very favorably with entry-level 3-CCD camcorders costing far more. As a result, JVC's JY-VS200 INDIE camcorder delivers remarkably crisp, color-rich pictures.
JVC's proprietary AIS lens system incorporates two multi-coated glass aspherical lenses to virtually eliminate artifacts such as ghosts and flares. For pristine stills, the JY-VS200 INDIE uses a technique called micron-precise image-shift technology, which increases the image data that can be sampled by the 680,000 pixel CCD to 1.9 Megapixels. Two independent optical low-pass filters, one optimized for motion pictures and the other exclusively for stills, ensure the best possible results.
INDIE is a Great Choice for Web Streaming
The JY-VS200 boasts many advantages for digital cinema production and Internet streaming applications. This versatile performer is able to seamlessly link to DV devices or computers via simple, easy-to-use DV links.
JVC's INDIE camcorder uses a 680,000-pixel, progressive scan CCD to record motion pictures with a high vertical resolution, and is well suited for digital cinematographers who require a very high quality image. Moreover, this technology makes the INDIE ideal for digital filmmakers who distribute their content via the Internet, as progressive scan video requires less bandwidth for transmission. This superb camera is also able to deliver high-quality, 1.92 megapixel UXGA (1600 x 1200) digital stills -- the highest still resolution of any DV camcorder.
As a true professional camcorder geared toward Internet distribution and digital video art, the JY-VS200 INDIE features a native 16:9 aspect ratio (switchable to 4:3), time code, and a color bar generator. JVC's new JY-VS200 is also equipped with a "Hot Shoe" that supplies power and information for optional accessories, like video flash, light, and stereo zoom microphone. Additionally, the JY-VS200 INDIE features IEEE 1394 "Firewire" in/out, and USB output.
JVC Professional Products Company, 1700 Valley Rd., Wayne, NJ 07470. Tel: 973-315-5000; Fax: 973-315-5021.