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
Xtra
Edge Pro
Flagship action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K/120fps in 4:3, Night View mode, 32× slow motion, 20m waterproof, and 230-min cold-resistant battery.
$299
Launch priceReleased Oct 2025
Edge Pro is 6.1 years newer.
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Wins
GY-HC500U
Wins
Edge Pro
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BEdge Pro has higher Resolution (40 MP vs 9.35 MP)
- BEdge Pro has lower Weight (147 g vs 580 g)
- BEdge Pro has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 25,600)
- BEdge Pro has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- 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
Edge Pro
71 × 44 × 33 mm
147 g (0.32 lb / 5.19 oz)
GY-HC500U is 64mm wider, 47mm taller, and 39mm thicker than Edge Pro.
GY-HC500U is 433 g heavier than Edge Pro.
Depth (front-to-back): 72mm GY-HC500U · 33mm Edge Pro
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
Edge Pro
71 × 44 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
Edge Pro
71 × 33 mm
Sensor size, to scale
GY-HC500U
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
Subject recognition
Adds Animal, Bird, Vehicle
AA filter
Only GY-HC500U supports it
Eye AF
Only GY-HC500U supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only GY-HC500U supports it
Internal RAW video
Only GY-HC500U supports it
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only GY-HC500U supports it
Reasons to choose
Edge Pro
Stabilization modes
Adds MotionMaster, TiltGuard, 360 Lock
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 70.5, 44.2, 32.8
Card types
Adds microSD
Resolution
40 MP vs 9.35 MP — higher is better
Weight
147 g vs 580 g — lower is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds AVC, HEVC
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓IBIS effectiveness — Both 7 stops
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
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
Edge Pro
Pros
- ✓4K/120fps 4:3 + 13.5 stops DR
- ✓4K/60fps Night View AI mode
- ✓20m waterproof (no case)
- ✓230 min battery; –20 °C rated
Cons
- –Fixed lens
- –Night View limited to 8-bit
- –Larger/heavier than Edge
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, GY-HC500U or Edge Pro?
GY-HC500U scores 9.0/10 versus 4.0/10 for Edge Pro — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the GY-HC500U and Edge Pro?
GY-HC500U is 9.35 MP and Edge Pro is 40 MP, so the Edge Pro captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the GY-HC500U and Edge Pro have in-body image stabilization?
GY-HC500U has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while Edge Pro does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the GY-HC500U and Edge Pro?
GY-HC500U weighs 580 g and Edge Pro weighs 147 g, so the Edge Pro is 433 g lighter.
Do the GY-HC500U and Edge Pro record 4K video?
GY-HC500U: 4K up to 60p. Edge Pro: 4K up to 120p.
Are the GY-HC500U and Edge Pro weather sealed?
GY-HC500U: Yes. Edge Pro: Yes.
How much does each cost?
GY-HC500U launched at $3,395 and Edge Pro at $299. The Edge Pro is $3,096 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of JVC and Xtra press materials.