You can now pre-order JVC’s newest quad proof Full HD memory camcorder in the US via B&H Photo. This travel-friendly camcorder retails for $499.95 and will start shipping from the end of July.

Specs-wise, this waterproof, shockproof, dustproof and freezeproof camcorder sports a 2.5MP 1/5.8″ back-illuminated CMOS sensor, a 40x optical zoom Konica Minolta HD lens, a 3.0-inch 230k-dot touchscreen LCD monitor, a 32GB built-in memory, an SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot, a USB port, an AV Out and an HDMI output port.

Powered by a 5-hour internal long life battery, the Everio GZ-R450 can capture 1080/60p Full HD video (up to 28Mbps) in AVCHD Progressive format. Pre-order yours now! [Product Page]