JVC
GY-HC500U
Connected Cam 1-inch camcorder with 20x zoom, 4K60p ProRes 422 10-bit, HLG/J-Log1, 3G-SDI, weather sealing, and SRT streaming.
$3,395
Launch priceReleased Sep 2019
Sigma
FP2
Pocket-sized L-Mount full-frame body with a 24.5MP partially stacked sensor, 20fps stills, 6K OpenGate / ProRes RAW video, 70GB internal storage, and a Still/Cine mode switch.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Nov 2026
FP2 is 7.2 years newer.
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Wins
GY-HC500U
Wins
FP2
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AGY-HC500U has higher Burst (mechanical) (8 fps vs 0 fps)
- AGY-HC500U has higher IBIS effectiveness (7 stops vs 0 stops)
- BFP2 has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 25,600)
- BFP2 has higher Resolution (24.5 MP vs 9.35 MP)
- AGY-HC500U has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareGY-HC500U
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
FP2
112 × 71 × 41 mm
460 g (1.01 lb / 16.23 oz)
GY-HC500U is 22mm wider, 20mm taller, and 31mm thicker than FP2.
GY-HC500U is 120 g heavier than FP2.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm GY-HC500U · 41mm FP2
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
GY-HC500U
134 × 91 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
FP2
112 × 71 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
GY-HC500U
134 × 72 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
FP2
112 × 41 mm
Sensor size, to scale
GY-HC500U
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
FP2
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
GY-HC500U
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Burst (mechanical)
8 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
AA filter
Only GY-HC500U supports it
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only GY-HC500U supports it
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only GY-HC500U supports it
Reasons to choose
FP2
AF low-light limit
-5 EV vs -3 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animals, Birds, People
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 112, 71, 41
Card types
Adds SD, SDHC, SDXC
ISO max (native)
102,400 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Resolution
24.5 MP vs 9.35 MP — higher is better
Codecs
Adds ProRes RAW, ProRes RAW HQ
RAW buffer depth
180 frames vs 120 frames — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 20 fps
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
GY-HC500U
Pros
- ✓1-inch sensor + 20x f/2.8–4.5 zoom
- ✓4K60p Apple ProRes 422 internal
- ✓HLG / J-Log1 HDR
- ✓3G-SDI + weather-resistant body
- ✓SRT / RTMP streaming
Cons
- –Heavy at 3.6 kg configured
- –SSD ProRes needs optional adapter
- –Premium over GY-HM250
- –9.35MP effective sensor
FP2
Pros
- ✓World's smallest full-frame body (376g body only)
- ✓24.5MP partially stacked sensor, 20fps electronic burst
- ✓6K OpenGate + ProRes RAW HQ, L-Log, 32-bit float audio
- ✓70GB internal storage + SD UHS-II + USB SSD
- ✓Tilting 3.15" LCD, dust/splash resistant, modular EVF-21
Cons
- –No in-body image stabilization (EIS in video only)
- –No built-in EVF — optional EVF-21 sold separately
- –Electronic shutter only
- –No headphone jack (USB audio only)
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, GY-HC500U or FP2?
GY-HC500U scores 7.5/10 versus 3.5/10 for FP2 — 4K recording.
What's the resolution difference between the GY-HC500U and FP2?
GY-HC500U is 9.35 MP and FP2 is 24.5 MP, so the FP2 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GY-HC500U and FP2 have in-body image stabilization?
GY-HC500U has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while FP2 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the GY-HC500U or the FP2?
GY-HC500U reaches 20 fps electronic. FP2 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the GY-HC500U and FP2?
GY-HC500U weighs 580 g and FP2 weighs 460 g, so the FP2 is 120 g lighter.
Do the GY-HC500U and FP2 record 4K video?
GY-HC500U: 4K up to 60p. FP2: 4K up to 59.94p.
Are the GY-HC500U and FP2 weather sealed?
GY-HC500U: Yes. FP2: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the GY-HC500U and 370 shots for the FP2, giving the GY-HC500U the edge.
How much does each cost?
GY-HC500U launched at $3,395 and FP2 at $2,199. The FP2 is $1,196 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed October 2026.
Product images courtesy of JVC and Sigma press materials.